Title: Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Bayside motel in Santa Cruz with a seasonal outdoor pool ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/eb04f960.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/8bfefbf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/a39eedeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/a5f3defe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/d9930036.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz provides a peaceful getaway with its beautiful garden and welcoming terrace. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool while staying connected with WiFi. The staff consistently receives high marks from previous visitors for their helpfulness. 7.2 Good ## Popular amenities - Pool - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £67 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 7 - Oct 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 8 - Oct 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=7696&PinnedHotelID=7696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/a39eedeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds 8.0 Very good 51 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/54385ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed 8.2 Very good 47 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 280 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7700/7696/1c588c58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hairdryer Microwave Coffee/tea maker - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 3 Queen Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Restaurant](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/b84bf9c8_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### La Bahia Hotel and Spa Westside Santa Cruz - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews £340 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information?chkin=2025-11-2&chkout=2025-11-3&rm1=a2®ionId=6666&destination=Santa Cruz&destType=MARKET&latLong=36.978189,-122.024464&searchId=fc9e5e41-40e4-487b-abad-7c4a1a683438&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Exterior](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/210000/201300/201285/27066e31_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Santa Cruz - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Bay-Front-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h7696.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSanta-Cruz-Hotels-Bay-Front-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h7696.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighbourhood in Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. [Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz.dx6666) [View more Motels in Santa Cruz](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Motels.d6666-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.96540%2C-122.02554&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PgO4M_7N0HqlbAOWVDMzfnGfI70=) 325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 ### What's nearby - Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Cowell's Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Natural Bridges State Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles ### Getting around - San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 43 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk - ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk - ‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk - ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬10 min walk ## About this property ### Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - A seasonal outdoor pool - Express check-out, a vending machine and smoke-free property - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property. 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No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk ### More - 2 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: USD 25 Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 22 September to 20 March: - Swimming pool ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), lockbox ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Off site parking fee: USD 15 per day (0.15 mi away; open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM) - Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The seasonal pool will be open from 19 March to 13 September Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work ### Property is also known as Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Bay Front Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Bay Front Inn Bay Front Hotel Santa Cruz Bay Front Motel Bay Front Inn Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz have a pool? > Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from September 22 until March 20. ### How much does it cost to stay at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz? > As of 7 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz on 19 Oct 2025 start from £66.63, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Bay-Front-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h7696.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz located? > Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Pacific Avenue and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.3 mi (2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz Reviews 7.2 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 7.6 Staff & service ### 7.2 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 318 8 - Good 248 6 - Okay 196 4 - Poor 121 2 - Terrible 118 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic comfortable bed and very close broadwalk, we be back again ##### Stephanie Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I will definitely come back and stay here again once I visit Santa Cruz. Very quiet and safe area ##### Kimberly Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 19 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great service and convenient location. ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ana 21 Sept 2025 Limited parking and front desk close at most of the day. ##### Ana Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Really clean and quiet ##### John Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amardeep 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice and close to the beach ##### Amardeep Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Luie 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Checking in made easy; The staff was friendly ; room cleanliness was 4-out 5 parking can be challenging ##### Luie Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel staff was super kind very friendly was a convenient walk to the boardwalk!! Room smelled super clean! ##### Helen Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sean 9 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The quailty was good ##### Sean Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bailey 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Large clean room, limited parking which was difficult ##### Bailey Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Julie 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Good value, right on beach 2 nlocks. No frills just bed and great location. Hotel is aging needs a bit of some upgrades. ##### Julie Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaimon 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, clean & easy to get to beach ##### Jaimon Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cd 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property was clean and the staff was very helpful. ##### cd Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lance 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service This is a small motel and parking is a premium. It is super close to the beach and boardwalk. There are plenty of places to eat thatnare within a couple of blocks away. It was less than 5 mins to the boardwalk. We would come back for sure ##### Lance Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian 10 Aug 2025 Disliked: Staff & service Was a good stay. Loved that it was by the boardwalk. Parking was challenging at times but thankfully we were able to get a spot in the parking lot ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy 18 Aug 2025 Liked: Amenities Close to everything. Good price. ##### Jeremy Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steph 24 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This is a great place to stay in a convenient location. Staff is super friendly and helpful as well. ##### Steph Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johnette 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very close to the boardwalk...very quiet at night swimming pool for the kids ##### Johnette Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### ISIAH 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities This property was great due to the location and the staff, room was subpar, but due to the price we paid it made sense. Id stay again. ##### ISIAH Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Christian 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good stay bed was pretty clean boardwalk was close by!! ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### David 3 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Very walkable location, but room needs a significant makeover. Keycard system is very flakey and parking is a pain. ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Allison 24 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Hotel was inexpensive and close to the beach which was awesome. Room was clean and reasonably big. They have reduced employee hours so we hardly saw anyone working the entire time we were there. Microwave was broken and the shower had a hard time draining but it got the job done for our couple days there ##### Allison Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### angela 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Very easy to get to and from the boardwalk ##### angela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### katherine 13 Jul 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities The best thing about this property is the staff and that's it. ##### katherine Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeremy 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close access to town and wharf. ##### Jeremy Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Kimpton Everly Hotel Hollywood by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Kimpton-Everly-Hotel-Hollywood.h17524828.Hotel-Information) > > [Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Manchester-Grand-Hyatt-San-Diego.h12073.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Ocean-View-Hotel.h19135.Hotel-Information) > > [The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Godfrey-Hotel-Hollywood.h32945867.Hotel-Information) > > [Biltmore Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Millennium-Biltmore-Los-Angeles.h25715.Hotel-Information) > > [Silver Lake Pool & Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Silver-Lake-Pool-Inn.h34504058.Hotel-Information) > > [Level Los Angeles Downtown - South Olive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Level-Los-Angeles-Downtown-South-Olive.h10649672.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Los Angeles Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-CitizenM-Los-Angeles-Downtown.h65299564.Hotel-Information) > > [Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Coronado-Hotels-Coronado-Island-Marriott-Resort-Spa.h25270.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Figueroa, an Unbound Collection by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Hotel-Figueroa.h8805682.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Roosevelt](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Hollywood-Roosevelt.h34142.Hotel-Information) > > [W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-W-Los-Angeles-West-Beverly-Hills.h25974.Hotel-Information) > > [Mondrian Los Angeles](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Mondrian-Los-Angeles.h4798.Hotel-Information) > > [W Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-W-Hollywood.h3084874.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Bahia-Resort-Hotel.h18241.Hotel-Information) > > [Kimpton La Peer Hotel West Hollywood by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Kimpton-La-Peer-Hotel.h18156733.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wayfarer San Diego](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-The-Wayfarer-San-Diego.h15555.Hotel-Information) > > [The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-London-West-Hollywood-At-Beverly-Hills.h21097.Hotel-Information) > > [Cornell Hotel de France](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Cornell-Hotel-De-France.h1222727.Hotel-Information) > > [Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Clarion-Hotel-Anaheim-Resort.h3893.Hotel-Information) > > [Disneyland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneyland-Hotel.h15276.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Caza.h38249309.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hollywood Franklin Hotel near Universal Studios](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Adler-A-Hollywood-Hills-Hotel.h9761.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun Rose West Hollywood](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-The-Sun-Rose-West-Hollywood.h57961536.Hotel-Information) > > [The Barnes San Francisco, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Villa-Florence-San-Francisco-On-Union-Square.h5425.Hotel-Information) > > [HOLLYWOOD VOLUME, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Los-Angeles-Hotels-HOLLYWOOD-VOLUME.h62585670.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton San Francisco Union Square](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hilton-San-Francisco-Union-Square.h25622.Hotel-Information) > > [Homewood Suites by Hilton San Diego Downtown/Bayside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-San-Diego-DowntownBayside.h13155016.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Fishermans-Wharf-San-Francisco.h22500.Hotel-Information)