Rockaway Beach Travel Guide

Pacifica

A rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks under a clear sky.
A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, waves crashing against the rocks, and a distant view of hills and buildings.
A beach with waves, rocks, and buildings in the background.
A rocky beach with waves crashing against a cliff and a large rock formation in the distance.
A sunset over a rocky coastline with a car parked near the shore.

Things to do

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

฿3,275
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
From San Francisco: Highway 1 Self-Drive Audio Tour

Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour

฿667
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour

฿4,941
per traveller
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

฿4,641
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Lower Antelope Canyon 1

San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour

฿32,652
per adult
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Grand Canyon 1

San Francisco to Las Vegas Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour

฿25,975
per adult
San Francisco to Las Vegas Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
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Top hotels in Rockaway Beach

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is ฿5,119 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,119
฿6,025 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿4,124 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿4,124
฿6,242 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿4,695 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,695
฿5,526 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,315 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is ฿4,944 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
฿4,944
฿5,818 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

4 out of 5
5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is ฿7,376 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
฿7,376
฿10,229 total
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,532 reviews)
"The property was nothing like what was advertised. The food was not good in the restaurant, specifically the clam chowder, pizza, Apple Tart, and Chocolate Cake. There were only 3 elevators working, which took about 10 minutes to get to our floor or the lobby. Customer Service was lousy. Overall, ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

3.5 out of 5
85 5th St San Francisco CA
The price is ฿3,650 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿3,650
฿4,288 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
The Pickwick Hotel
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Where to stay in Rockaway Beach

Find the best Rockaway Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with waves crashing onto the shore.
Photo by Corrie Elizabeth
Open Photo by Corrie Elizabeth

Sharp Park

If you're spending some time in Sharp Park, Santa Cruz Mountains and Sharp Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, waves crashing against the rocks, and a distant view of hills and buildings.
Photo by Katie Potts
Open Photo by Katie Potts

Linda Mar

While visiting Linda Mar, you might make a stop by sights like Pacifica State Beach and Rockaway Beach.

A coastal landscape with cliffs, ocean waves, a distant city, and a bridge.

Edgemar - Pacific Manor

While visiting Edgemar - Pacific Manor, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Mountains and Esplanade.

A coastal town with a beach, rolling hills, and a clear sky.

Fairway Park

While visiting Fairway Park, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Cruz Mountains and Mori Point.

A coastal town with houses, a hill, and the ocean.

Park Pacifica

If you're spending some time in Park Pacifica, Santa Cruz Mountains and San Francisco Bay Discovery Site are top sights worth seeing.

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