Portola Travel Guide
San Francisco
Stay near popular Portola attractions
Things to do
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
1 day Hop-on Hop-off in San Francisco 20 stops 8 hours
Top hotels in Portola
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Todo bien"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
"We had a wonderful stay at the Hyatt Regency. The atrium has such a welcoming atmosphere considering that it is the largest Atrium lobby in the world! It still managed to feel cozy. The staff was friendly, attentive, and well staffed. The location is excellent as well; the BART is steps away from ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Pleasantly surprised. Check in was fast and easy. Went to our room, had an issue with the blinds, staff was very quick to help. The rooms are spacious, bathroom is a bit small but fine. Just a note: the lighting is dim over the bathroom sink. Breakfast was phenomenal with ample seating. We went early ..."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"This was a great place to stay and we felt comfortable there. Plus we were in the area where there’s many places to go, but not too far and we definitely will come there again."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Portola
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
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.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
