West Portal Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit West Portal
Things to do
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
California Sunset Cruise (2-hours)
San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)
San Francisco, Aquarium of the Bay General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in West Portal
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"Fantastic location for our visit to San Francisco! We had an amazing view from the 20th floor. The room was very clean, staff were friendly and helpful, and parking was a breeze. We would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
"Always nice staying here. Central location, clean room, comp cookies, coffee and lemon water in the lobby."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
The Pickwick Hotel
"It’s an older building. I had an issue with the toilet that was repaired in a timely manner, staff was very friendly. The bed was too soft for me but I have this issue with most hotels. One block away from major transit lines which is super convenient. Overall value for price was reasonable and stay ..."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
Where to stay in West Portal
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 San Francisco Bay – 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.
