The Best Hotels in South of Market, San Francisco - 2026 Updated Prices

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,294 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,093 reviews	View
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
1 Hotel San Francisco	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 584 reviews	View

Where to stay in South of Market

Find the best South of Market areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A street with shops, including a crystal shop and a crepes cafe.

Fisherman's Wharf

This waterfront neighborhood dates back to the gold rush era and is a hub for tourist activities, sea lions and seafood restaurants.

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

Fashion puts on its finest face in one of the country’s largest shopping plazas.

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nob Hill

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Ancient columns and an ornate archway in a historical site.

Marina District

Visit the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre and marvel at views of the Golden Gate Bridge at this popular waterfront neighborhood.

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Top South of Market Hotel Reviews

Hotel VIA

10/10 Excellent

"Went down specifically to go to the game. Location to ballpark is awesome just across the street. Also not bad walking distance down to Union Square. And I also met Will Clark."

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

8/10 Good

"We really enjoyed our stay here. The location was great and made it easy to explore San Francisco. The staff were fantastic and went above and beyond with recommendations and advice for our trip, which we really appreciated. The hotel was clean, affordable and had everything we needed. Our room was on the smaller side, but it was perfectly fine for our stay and had everything we needed. We also loved the little extras, like the refillable water station and the complimentary amenities cupboard with things like toothbrushes, mouthwash, wipes and even sewing kits. It was a really thoughtful touch that you don’t often see. Overall, a great value hotel in a brilliant location. We’d definitely stay here again."

Hotel Garrett

10/10 Excellent

"At first I was afraid because of the bad reviews, but my experience was very good. I posted that I wanted privacy in my room and nobody came in. Sleeping was peaceful. There are homeless people nearby, but None of that affected your stay. The only bad thing was the parking; they didn't have any and I had to find one outside. Otherwise, everything was fine. The continental breakfast that everyone complains about, I think was wonderful The eggs and croissants were delicious. They clearly state that you get your deposit back within 24 to 72 hours, but please be mindful not to damage the property or smoke, as they clean to remove the smoke It's expensive, and if you deliberately indulge your vice, be prepared to forfeit your deposit. Everything seems fine and proper, but if you're not being proper, enjoy the consequences."

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good

"Room: B The hotel room was a decent size with 2 queen beds and a little sitting area with a couch. The bed was a little firm to my liking and my wife noticed the left side had a little dip. The air conditioning was a little loud, but luckily we are heavy sleepers. The TV only had a few channels but we didn’t really spend a lot of time in the room. It was comfortable enough for a few nights stay. Amenities: A The toiletries were standard, the gym was small (weights maxed at 50lbs, cardio machines, and a broken cable machine), and the pool was nice for when the sun came out briefly. Parking is a bit tight if you have a tall car so make sure it’s under 6ft. Very average I would say for most of the amenities. BUT the best part of the hotel was the breakfast buffet. A FULL breakfast - bacon, sausage, eggs, hash browns, pancakes, bagels, pastries, deli meats, fruits, granola, oatmeal, cereals, coffee, juices, several milk choices, and even toasters for the bagels/bread - made it worth it. Not having to worry about feeding my family in the morning made it so much easier to start our day off right. That alone made my overall stay a good one."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South of Market?

South of Market is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its top museums and major shopping area. Experience the best of South of Market with a visit to Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay and Chase Center.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South of Market?

Based on our traveller data, Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco is one of the top choices for your stay in South of Market. This hotel is steps from Palace Hotel, and offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA and The Pickwick Hotel.

How many hotels are there in the South of Market area?

Expedia has 214 hotels and other accommodation options in South of Market to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Francisco area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South of Market, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in South of Market.

What can I see and do in this San Francisco neighbourhood?

Attractions such as SOMA Pilipinas, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Market Street Railway Museum highlight San Francisco's cultural scene. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are some other places worth a visit. Chase Center and Pier 39 are some popular places to visit in the area around South of Market. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, make sure that you visit other sights such as 1015 Folsom or The Stud.

How can I get around South of Market and the greater San Francisco area?

If you want to see more of the city, Yerba Buena-Moscone Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Fourth-Brannan Station and Market St & 8th St Stop. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at San Francisco Station.

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Our top choices for South of Market hotels

1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

3. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

4. San Francisco Marriott Marquis

5. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

6. Hotel VIA

7. The Clancy, Autograph Collection by Marriott

8. Canopy by Hilton San Francisco SoMa

9. W San Francisco

10. Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

11. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

12. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

13. 1 Hotel San Francisco

14. The Pickwick Hotel

15. YOTEL San Francisco

16. The St. Regis San Francisco

17. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

18. Harbor Court Hotel

19. Hotel Griffon

20. Signature San Francisco

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Where to stay in South of Market

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Nob Hill

Marina District

Top South of Market Hotel Reviews

Hotel VIA

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