Where to Stay in San Francisco

You don't have to stay in a seedy motel with paper-thin walls to keep your San Francisco lodging budget under control. Armed with price-busting tips that have landed us in four-star hotels for the price of a budget chain, you can find a great place to stay in a convenient location.

With hotel occupancy consistently over 80%, it's best to reserve ahead of time. Choose the planning option that suits you best:

If you've already decided what you want to see and do in San Francisco: Deciding what area to stay in will be easy. Use the step-by-step guide to refine your choice.

How to find a San Francisco hotel - fast: We know you're busy, so we put together a step-by-step guide that you can use to get the job done fast, while finding the place that "just right" for your visit..

If you just want to dive in: Go straight to the San Francisco hotel guide, sorted by location and price.

Other Ways to Stay in San Francisco

Bed and Breakfasts: Quaint and sometimes cozy, these bed and breakfasts and small hotels offer an alternative to the mainstream hotel.

Hostels: If you're on a very tight budget, San Francisco has several hostels and not all are dormitory-style. Some have private rooms and even small, private family rooms.

Camping: There aren't many options for campers that are close to the city of San Francisco, but you'll find lots of variety within an hour's drive.