Bayfront Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit Bayfront
Stay near popular Bayfront attractions
Things to do
Pacific Coast Highway App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
San Francisco to Monterey Pacific Coast Highway Audio Tour
2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay
Napa, Sonoma and Exclusive Battery Spencer Small Group Wine Tasting Tour
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
Top hotels in Bayfront
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
"Given that it's the Crowne Plaza I expected it to be a little nicer. The faucet in the shower was messed up. I couldn't get truly hot water no matter what and it was hard to get the water to turn off. Everything else was in okay shape but the place looks like it needs a remodel. I got a good rate. ..."
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
"The breakfast is great and convenient. Lots of options. I always look forward staying at the embassy."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront
"The hotel is nice and I loved the view of the airport runway. The distance from downtown and other attractions is about 30mins. Overall great stay."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Where to stay in Bayfront
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.
