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Top 10 Things To Do In San Francisco<\/h2>\n
San Francisco is a large city with lots of things to see and do. These are my top 10 things to see and do during your stay in San Francisco.<\/p>\n
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- Walk across the Golden Gate Bridge<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n
- Take a day trip to Napa Valley<\/a> for wine-tasting<\/li>\n
- Take a ride on the historic cable cars<\/li>\n
- Walkthrough Little Italy for Pizza<\/li>\n
- Spend the day at Fisherman’s Wharf<\/a><\/li>\n
- Watch the sunset over Twin Peaks<\/a><\/li>\n
- Relax or have a picnic in Golden Gate Park<\/a><\/li>\n
- Go thrift-store shopping for vintage clothes<\/li>\n
- Visit Mission District for dinner<\/li>\n
- Explore the Japanese Tea Gardens<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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<\/p>\nOverview Of San Francisco Neighbourhoods<\/span><\/h2>\n
San Francisco has many different neighbourhoods depending on your plans and desires in the city.<\/p>\n
Each neighbourhood offers something different from city views, ocean views, attractions, countryside feels, historic centre, and modern trendy neighbourhoods, each neighbourhood in our list offers a different experience of the city. <\/p>\n
Depending on your preferred location and budget, you can find something in San Francisco to suit your requirements, from boutique hotels to luxury chain brands. <\/span><\/p>\n
A little bit of research (or this guide!) will help you in finding quality accommodation for your perfect trip!<\/span><\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nThe Central Area Of San Francisco: Union Square<\/h3>\n
Union Square<\/a> is well known around San Francisco for its shopping and fashion. Every large fashion brand and retailer has a shop in this area. Union Square is also San Francisco’s hotel district, this is where big branded hotels have set up and made their hotels.<\/p>\n
Along with shopping, Union Square<\/a> has a large variety of restaurants and dining options. <\/p>\n
It’s a great place to stay in San Francisco for business travellers, families, and couples, with good transportation links and many attractions within walking distance. <\/p>\n
Pros & Cons Of Staying In Union Square<\/h4>\n
PROS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Centrally located <\/li>\n
- Close to public transport systems<\/li>\n
- Great shopping, restaurants, and bars<\/li>\n
- Branded hotels<\/li>\n
- Great location to walk to attractions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
CONS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- One of the more expensive locations<\/li>\n
- Touristy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Luxury Hotels In Union Square<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n
- Taj Campton Place<\/a><\/li>\n
- San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mid-Range Hotels In Union Square<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Donatello Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- Hotel Triton<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Budget Hotels In Union Square<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Handlery Union Square Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- Hotel Fusion, a C-Two Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- Adante Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nIconic Historic Area Of San Francisco: Haight-Ashbury<\/h3>\n
Haight-Ashbury<\/a> is a vast contrast from other areas of San Francisco with many houses and streets lined with Victorian-style brightly coloured houses. <\/p>\n
This area of the city is ideal for those looking for a more relaxing stay within the city, with only a small number of hotel and accommodation options in the form of small hotels and apartments. <\/p>\n
Haight-Ashbury<\/a> is a popular location with locals, with Buena Vista Park, views of the city, and quieter areas outside of the city. <\/p>\n
Pros & Cons Of Staying In Haight-Ashbury<\/h4>\n
PROS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Beautiful architecture<\/li>\n
- Great shopping<\/li>\n
- Home to Golden Gate Park <\/li>\n
- Get for the outdoors <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
CONS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Few accommodation options <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Luxury Hotels In Haight-Ashbury<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Stanyan Park Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mid-Range Hotels In Haight-Ashbury<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Ashbury Heights Elegant Flat<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nA Piece Of The Countryside In San Francisco: Hayes Valley<\/h3>\n
Hayes Valley<\/a> is filled with iconic tree-lines chic corridors, and haute couture.<\/p>\n
This neighbourhood is considered one of the most trendy in the city with fashion boutiques, SoHo-style art galleries, high-end shops, world-class restaurants, and iconic nightlife spots. <\/p>\n
Hayes Valley<\/a> has a large number of attractions including Octavia Boulevard and Hayes Green Park, and boutique non-high street shops. <\/p>\n
Pros & Cons Of Staying In Hayes Valley<\/h4>\n
PROS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Tree-lined roads<\/li>\n
- Cafes and small boutique shops<\/li>\n
- Walkable<\/li>\n
- Good public transport links<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
CONS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- An expensive area to stay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Luxury Hotels In Hayes Valley<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Sonder – Hayes Valley<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Hayes Valley Inn<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Grove Inn<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mid-Range Hotels In Hayes Valley<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- San Francisco Zen Center<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Deemed The Foodie Area Of San Francisco: North Beach<\/h3>\n
North Beach<\/a> is San Francisco’s Italian heritage neighbourhood, with galleries, small inns, jazz clubs, small unique cafes, live music, and much more. <\/p>\n
This neighbourhood of San Francisco is well known for its food, with a huge variety of dining options available, there is something for everyone’s taste. `<\/p>\n
North Beach<\/a> is located close to other neighbourhoods, with close connections and great public transport options for local attractions. North Beach is filled with character from eccentric and electric street dancing and painted murals. <\/p>\n
Pros & Cons Of Staying In North Beach<\/h4>\n
PROS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Home to some of the best restaurants in the city<\/li>\n
- Every kind of food you can imagine <\/li>\n
- Often joined with Chinatown<\/li>\n
- Historic sites<\/li>\n
- Close to some of the cities best sites<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
CONS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Can be loud at night<\/li>\n
- Avoid staying close to Broadway<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Luxury Hotels In North Beach<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Washington Square Inn<\/a><\/li>\n
- Orchard Garden Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mid-Range Hotels In North Beach<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Columbus Inn<\/a><\/li>\n
- Hotel Boheme<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nAn Iconic Area In San Francisco: The Castro<\/h3>\n
The Castro<\/a> is filled with views of the city, grand Victorian houses, and is known for being the “gay capital of the world”.<\/p>\n
Castro is well known for having trendy stores, outdoor restaurants, and some of the best nightclubs in the city. <\/p>\n
This neighbourhood<\/a> can be easily reached and linked with. the rest of the city via the historic F-Line streetcars, which provides easy links to the cities main attractions. <\/p>\n
Pros & Cons Of Staying In Castro<\/h4>\n
PROS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- LGBTQ + Friendly<\/li>\n
- Iconic streets and signs<\/li>\n
- Home to some of the cities best nightlife<\/li>\n
- Pedestrian Friendly <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
CONS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Very hilly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Hotels In Castro<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Beck’s Motor Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n
- Parker Guest House<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nThe Warehouse District In San Francisco: South Of Market (SoMa)<\/h3>\n
SoMa or South of Market<\/a> is a neighbourhood that stretches two square miles, filled with nightclubs, restaurants, art hubs, shops, and more. <\/p>\n
This large neighbourhood is filled with things to see and do, with a large number of museums and galleries, including the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)<\/a> and the Moscane Center. <\/p>\n
This warehouse district <\/a>is home to the Dr Martin Luther King Jr memorial, The University of California- San Francisco, the San Francisco Giants (Oracle Park), and the riverfront. <\/p>\n
Pros & Cons Of Staying In SoMa<\/h4>\n
PROS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Large neighbourhood<\/li>\n
- Lots of things happening<\/li>\n
- Great restaurants and nightlife<\/li>\n
- Plenty of things to see and do<\/li>\n
- Great for public transport links<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
CONS<\/span><\/p>\n
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- Very large neighborhood<\/li>\n
- Not the prettiest neighbourhood with warehouses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Luxury Hotels In SoMa<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Palace Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- St Regis San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n
- Hyatt Place San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Budget Hotels In SoMa<\/span><\/h4>\n
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- Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Central <\/a><\/li>\n
- Global Luxury Suites on Folsom Street<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/p>\nBest Hotels In San Francisco Wrap-Up<\/h2>\n
We hope this guide will help you plan your stay at some of the best hotels in San Francisco next time you visit! It is a beautiful city with lots of character, green spaces, history, and experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n
If an AirBnB is more your style, be sure to read our complete guides to the best group AirBnBs in San Francisco<\/a> and the most unique AirBnBs in San Francisco<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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\n - Global Luxury Suites on Folsom Street<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- St Regis San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n
- Palace Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- Parker Guest House<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Beck’s Motor Lodge<\/a><\/li>\n
- Very hilly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Hotel Boheme<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Orchard Garden Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Washington Square Inn<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Hayes Valley Inn<\/a><\/li>\n
- Sonder – Hayes Valley<\/a><\/li>\n
- An expensive area to stay<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Ashbury Heights Elegant Flat<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Stanyan Park Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Few accommodation options <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Hotel Fusion, a C-Two Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- The Donatello Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n
- Taj Campton Place<\/a><\/li>\n
- Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco<\/a><\/li>\n
- Take a day trip to Napa Valley<\/a> for wine-tasting<\/li>\n