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)
Top hotels in West Portal
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The only thing I can think of is, I thought. The parking was twenty nine dollars, and it wasn't. It was fifty five"
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"The breakfast was awesome and the rooms are clean. This is a great location. The staff were very friendly. The room was noisy due to the HVAC system. I’m not a light sleeper so it didn’t bother me but it was very loud. It’s recommended but wanted to mention the HVAC issue."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Handlery Union Square Hotel
"Great hotel great stuff, close to everything, I really enjoyed staying here"
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
"The friendly and accommodating staff and the central location made the stay a truly memorable one. The hotel is only steps away from Chinatown, and it's the perfect place from which to begin exploring the city. The rooms were immaculate, and the staff were gracious to a fault. I would definitely ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
"Incredible hotel in an amazing location right on union square. Hotel was clean the bed was the comfiest I’ve slept in. Staff were wonderful and the little birthday gift on arrival was a lovely touch. Would defo rebook this hotel without a question."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
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 Chase Center 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.
