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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a TV, and a shower area.

A staircase with colorful steps, a blue door with the number 101, and a coffee bar area.

Two blue doors with numbers 103 and 102, flanked by windows with blinds.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a covered walkway.

1. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

1.3 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Katharina

£185

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A building facade with a blue ornate entrance, a sign reading "Monte Cristo," and two potted plants on the ground.

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a patterned wallpaper.

A cozy living room with two leather armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a brick fireplace.

A room with floral wallpaper, a sofa with red and white cushions, a red ottoman, a wooden chair, a small table with a vase, and a large window with curtains.

2. The Monte Cristo

1.7 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Anne

£292

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A potted succulent plant on a balcony with a metal railing and a chair in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'Becks Motor Lodge' sign, outdoor parking, and a covered walkway.

A closed elevator with a metallic finish, a fire safety sign, and a control panel with a red emergency button.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

3. Becks Motor Lodge

1.5 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Kaelen

£175

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A set of stone steps leading up to a wooden bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a lattice fence.

A room with a dark door, a potted plant, framed artwork, and a small shelf with a lamp.

The exterior of the Metro Hotel with a red door, a neon sign, and a visible room number 319.

A room with patterned chairs, a round table with a lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

4. The Metro Hotel

1.3 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Alan

£190

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A buffet counter with coffee machines, a TV, and various food items.

The Stanyan Park Hotel facade with a prominent entrance, large windows, and two potted trees.

A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

A golf course with a pond, trees, and a path.

5. Stanyan Park Hotel

0.4 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Arielle

£184

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A building facade with a brick exterior, a white entrance with a number '890' above the door, and two flags above the entrance.

A window with the inscription "The Grove Inn 890" and a brass light fixture above it.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

6. The Grove Inn

1.7 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Joe Mike

£200

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, vanity with a sink, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a plant, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a tree in front.

A rooftop terrace with a white sofa, a concrete planter, and a view of the cityscape including a building with a distinctive facade.

7. The Hotel Castro San Francisco

1.2 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Jeffrey

£201

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'LAUREL' sign, featuring a white facade with blue accents and a unique architectural design.

A kitchen with a marble backsplash, wooden shelves with books and decorative items, and a wooden cabinet with a glass countertop.

A bar area with a granite countertop, multiple liquor bottles, and black bar stools.

A modern living room with a yellow sofa, round ottomans, a small table, and a fireplace.

8. The Laurel Inn, part of JdV by Hyatt

Pacific Heights, 1.8 mi from University of California, San Francisco

virginia

£342

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

The exterior of Casa Loma Hotel with a black awning and a large glass entrance.

A room with two black chairs, a wooden floor, and a large window with a view of parked cars and trees outside.

A staircase with a geometric railing design and a painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

9. Casa Loma Hotel

Western Addition, 1.7 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Calvert

£74

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a red office chair, a small wooden table with towels and toiletries, a radiator, and a patterned carpet.

A green building with a 'revamp salon' sign, a 'Perramont Hotel' sign, and a tree in front.

A carpeted staircase with a patterned design, a handrail, and a white balustrade.

10. Perramont Hotel

1.5 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Sydney

£59

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern room with two dark wooden chairs, a gold-framed side table, and a large window offering a view of buildings and greenery.

A modern bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and a built-in TV.

A red building with a fire escape, a black door, and a window with a sign that reads "Twin Peaks Hotel".

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

11. Twin Peaks Hotel

1.5 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Elizabeth

£58

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

12. Hotel Drisco

Pacific Heights, 2.1 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Geoffrey

£687

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a compact kitchen area, and a mirror.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.

A Star Motel with a prominent sign, a balcony, and a tall chimney.

A motel sign with the name 'Star Motel' in large, bold letters.

13. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 2.9 mi from University of California, San Francisco

James

£157

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

A historic building with a corner entrance, large windows, and a fire escape.

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

2.6 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Frankie

£51

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A reception desk with a glass display case containing potted plants, a coffee station with a coffee maker, and a wall-mounted trash can.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a globe, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

A bathroom with a granite countertop, a white sink, a microwave, and a cabinet with towels.

A white SUV parked in a multi-level parking garage.

15. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 2.9 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Yan

£104

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A grand entrance with a staircase leading to a lobby, flanked by ornate columns and potted plants.

A grand lobby with a staircase, a chandelier, and a seating area with striped sofas.

A formal dining room with long tables, chandeliers, and classic decor.

A wooden board with a variety of cheeses, fruits, and crackers on a glass table.

16. Hotel Majestic

2.4 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Oksana

£130

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop pool area with blue seating and a pool.

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden floor, a bookshelf, and a reception area.

17. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 2.7 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Maria

£135

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A courtyard with a stone pathway, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A modern interior with a large wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and a seating area with a small table and chairs.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a bookshelf, and a large window.

A spacious lobby with wooden floors, modern furniture, and large windows allowing natural light.

18. Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

2.2 mi from University of California, San Francisco

frank

£295

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a wine bottle.

A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, refrigerator, and microwave.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a patterned rug.

19. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 2.7 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Radu

£103

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a bar counter, and multiple bar stools.

A leather sofa with two cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a balcony with plants.

A cozy library with bookshelves, a sofa, and a bar area.

A fire feature in a planter, outdoor seating area, and a building with red accents in the background.

20. The Phoenix Hotel

2.6 mi from University of California, San Francisco

Julio

£126

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, San Francisco

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality	9.8 Exceptional 73 reviews	View
The Monte Cristo	9.6 Exceptional 495 reviews	View
Becks Motor Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
The Metro Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 351 reviews	View
Stanyan Park Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The beds were comfortable, the staff were helpful and flexible when our flight was delayed, and the location was so convenient. I wish the coffee in the lobby was available every morning."

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"great"

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good

"Staff were great and breakfast was very good. Property well maintained."

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good

"The reason for 4 stars in an otherwise great hotel is that the bathroom doors in our room were not staying shut because the spring on the door was broken. Upon confirming that it could not be fixed, we were allotted a different room. The front desk was really helpful in getting this sorted, kudos to them. I am taking away the one star for the inconvenience we faced."

The Hotel Castro San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"It was. a lovely stay. Hotel was clean and beautiful but a bit quiet given no human staff were present. It was still cool aside from the quietness"

The Metro Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, Lovely staff"

Twin Peaks Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very interesting stay. I would call it one step up from a hostel. Only because you had to share a bath and water closet. I would imagine female guests would balk at that , but I didn't have an issue. $90 a night far better that the $497 up the street. Just wish the rooms were a tad larger."

Casa Loma Hotel

8/10 Good

"Overall it was quite good and acceptable for a few days of stay. It also is situated in a good neighborhood and close to stores, restaurants and some touristy places. The beds are comfortable and the staff was helpful too A few other things: the Wi-Fi is quite unstable and not very fast, the streets beside the hotel can get very noisy if one goes to sleep early or wakes up late and there also seems to be low water pressure in the sink and shower"

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

8/10 Good

"If you are driving through San Francisco, this well-located motel is very convenient. Clean & simple. Ample room. Walk to Clement St. for great food options."

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California Academy of Sciences

9.0/10 (761 reviews)

This vast scientific institution is one of the world’s largest museums of natural history.

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Hunter S Thompson Crash Pad

You can find out about the history of San Francisco with a trip to Hunter S Thompson Crash Pad. Take in the acclaimed theatre scene and beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

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National AIDS Memorial Grove

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore National AIDS Memorial Grove, a lovely green space in San Francisco. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this vibrant area.

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O'Reilly's Pub

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Dahlia Garden

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Steinhart Aquarium

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, San Francisco?

University of California, San Francisco is located in a scenic area of San Francisco known for its top museums and popular art scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 68 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California, San Francisco?

Stanyan Park Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a coffee shop. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from University of California, San Francisco. Other good options within 5 miles include Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG and Handlery Union Square Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of California, San Francisco?

Expedia has 68 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of California, San Francisco.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, San Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near University of California, San Francisco.

What can I see and do near University of California, San Francisco?

Study the collections at California Academy of Sciences, De Young Museum or Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. Golden Gate Bridge, Castro Theatre and Castro Street are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at The Fillmore, SFJAZZ Center and Louise Davies Symphony Hall.

How can I get to University of California, San Francisco?

Nearby metro stations include Judah Street & 9th Avenue Station, Judah St & 12th Ave Stop and Judah St & Funston Ave Stop. If you'd like to explore farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.

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Our top choices for University of California, San Francisco hotels

1. Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

2. The Monte Cristo

3. Becks Motor Lodge

4. The Metro Hotel

5. Stanyan Park Hotel

6. The Grove Inn

7. The Hotel Castro San Francisco

8. The Laurel Inn, part of JdV by Hyatt

9. Casa Loma Hotel

10. Perramont Hotel

11. Twin Peaks Hotel

12. Hotel Drisco

13. Star Motel

14. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

15. Castle Inn

16. Hotel Majestic

17. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

18. Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt

19. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

20. The Phoenix Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to University of California, San Francisco

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

The Hotel Castro San Francisco

The Metro Hotel

Twin Peaks Hotel

Casa Loma Hotel

Geary Parkway Motel At Mine Hospitality

Other attractions near University of California, San Francisco

Kezar Stadium

California Academy of Sciences

Hunter S Thompson Crash Pad

National AIDS Memorial Grove

O'Reilly's Pub

Dahlia Garden

Steinhart Aquarium

Morrison Planetarium

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