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Property	Property class	Guest rating
LUMA Hotel San Francisco	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 2,541 reviews	View
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 2,226 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,271 reviews	View
Hotel VIA	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,559 reviews	View
InterContinental San Francisco by IHG	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,080 reviews	View

Where to stay in South of Market

Find the best South of Market areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A street with shops, including a crystal shop and a crepes cafe.

Fisherman's Wharf

This waterfront location is steeped in history dating back to the days of the gold rush. Today, visitors come here for its vibrant atmosphere and great food.

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

Packed with a treasure trove of upmarket boutiques, designer labels and department store, shoppers will love this huge shopping plaza.

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nob Hill

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Ancient columns and an ornate archway in a historical site.

Marina District

Visit the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre and marvel at views of the Golden Gate Bridge at this popular waterfront neighborhood.

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Top South of Market Hotel Reviews

The Mosser

8/10 Good

"Staff is wonderful"

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good

"The hotel is in an excellent location. Well staffed, service is top notch. Parking is very safe. The room has a beautiful view of the city. The furniture very worn, needs to be updated. Bathroom was clean. We did find some flossing sticks from previous guest just under the bed. All things considered we would stay again. We will look a bit closer, have housekeeping finish cleaning from previous guest. The furniture is something they will hopefully update in the near future, not a deal breaker."

Soma House

10/10 Excellent

"It all came down to an extremely helpful staff. We had an extended stay to visit family and relied on the staff from reception, cleaning, and the restaurant to take care of our needs which everyone did regardless of which crew night and day. Always with a smile. Pretty impressive. I used the pool and gym which were both functional and clean. Again......service. The only negative is it's a little noisy on the weekends. Understandable being San Francisco."

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"although the room was clean, one of the water glasses in the bathroom was chipped and i cut my lip on it. the signage about taking stuff and having it billed to us later was unexpected and strange. i thought breakfast was included but we were charged for it. the staff was polite and professional and union square designer shops were just a block away. it was overall, a good stay. thank you."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South of Market?

South of Market is a metropolitan neighbourhood known for its top museums and major shopping area. Experience the best of South of Market with a visit to Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay and Chase Center.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in South of Market?

Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA is one of the top choices for your stay in South of Market. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Moscone Convention Center, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown and YOTEL San Francisco.

How many hotels are there in the South of Market area?

Expedia has 181 hotels and other accommodation options in South of Market 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 South of Market, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in South of Market.

What can I see and do in this San Francisco neighbourhood?

Attractions such as SOMA Pilipinas, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Market Street Railway Museum highlight San Francisco's cultural scene. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are some other places worth a visit. Chase Center and Pier 39 are some popular places to visit in the area around South of Market. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, make sure that you visit other sights such as 1015 Folsom or The Stud.

How can I get around South of Market and the greater San Francisco area?

If you want to see more of the city, Yerba Buena-Moscone Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Fourth-Brannan Station and Market St & 8th St Stop. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at San Francisco Station.

Hotels in South of Market, San Francisco

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1. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

3. Hotel VIA

4. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG

5. San Francisco Marriott Marquis

6. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

7. Hampton Inn San Francisco Downtown/Convention Center

8. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

9. The Clancy, Autograph Collection by Marriott

10. Canopy by Hilton San Francisco SoMa

11. W San Francisco

12. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

13. Hotel Fiona

14. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

15. 1 Hotel San Francisco

16. BEI San Francisco, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

17. Soma House

18. The St. Regis San Francisco

19. YOTEL San Francisco

20. Harbor Court Hotel

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Where to stay in South of Market

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

Nob Hill

Marina District

Top South of Market Hotel Reviews

The Mosser

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