What's it like in Cow Hollow?

Cow Hollow is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and sightseeing. Make sure that you visit Union Street and Van Ness Avenue as part of your Cow Hollow travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Cow Hollow?

Based on our traveller data, Comfort Inn by the Bay is one of the top choices for your stay in Cow Hollow. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Lombard Street, and it offers free breakfast and free WiFi.

How many hotels are there in the Cow Hollow area?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodation options in Cow Hollow to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Francisco area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cow Hollow, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Cow Hollow.

What is there to do around this San Francisco neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Cow Hollow, consider Union Street or Van Ness Avenue, and pick out the perfect souvenir. You could also plan a visit to Vedanta Society or McElroy Octagon House while you're in the neighbourhood. Pier 39 and Oracle Park are some popular places to visit in the area around Cow Hollow. While you're out sightseeing, Westwood and Mrs. Doubtfire House are a couple of additional sights to visit in San Francisco.

Top 10 Cow Hollow Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Cow Hollow hotels

1. Hotel Del Sol

Cow Hollow

Kelly

RM936 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

2. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Cow Hollow

Michael

RM723 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

3. Motel Capri

Cow Hollow

Kaylynn

RM519 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Cow Hollow

Jenine Louise

RM487 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Inn at Golden Gate

Cow Hollow

Vladimir

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

11. Surf Motel

Cow Hollow

Miguel

RM499 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

12. Pacific Heights Inn

Cow Hollow

artan

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

13. Francisco Bay Inn

Cow Hollow

janna

RM603 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

14. Presidio Parkway Inn

Cow Hollow

John

RM429 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

15. Alpha Inn & Suites

Cow Hollow

Derrick

RM638 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

16. Buena Vista Motor Inn

Cow Hollow

John

RM733 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

17. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Cow Hollow

Selina

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 0.3 km from Cow Hollow

Radu

RM711 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

19. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 2.3 km from Cow Hollow

Nicole

RM963 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf, 2 km from Cow Hollow

Cindy Patricia

RM984 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Cow Hollow

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Star Motel	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 597 reviews	View
Hotel Del Sol	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 399 reviews	View
Francisco Bay Inn	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 709 reviews	View
Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View

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Fisherman's Wharf

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Downtown San Francisco

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South of Market

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Nob Hill

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Top Cow Hollow Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location! Parking available on premise. Amazing breakfast. Room nice, spacious and clean. Staff super helpful. Wonderful experience overall."