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Our top choices for Downtown San Francisco cheap hotels

Front of property – evening/night

1. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3,108 reviews)
"Awesome hotel, Awesome location"
United States
Cesar
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Exterior

2. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
4.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,287 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jordi
The price is AU$338
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

3. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
4.0 star property
Union Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,543 reviews)
"Great location to all we wanted to do in SF."
United States
Lisa
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Lobby

4. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco
4.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,026 reviews)
"Good location to stay if planning to explore the city"
United States
Maria Amor
The price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Grand Hyatt San Francisco
Exterior

5. Hotel Fiona

Hotel Fiona
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,326 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay and very reasonable for san Francisco."
United States
Richard
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Hotel Fiona
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

6. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,145 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Sampada
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Lobby sitting area

7. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,387 reviews)
"Veryyy goood hotel and staff"
United States
Padre
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Terrace/patio

8. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,290 reviews)
"We had a great stay and loved the breakfast!"
United States
Xiaolei
The price is AU$353
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown
Bar (on property)

9. Hotel Julian

Hotel Julian
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,027 reviews)
"Great stay! Nice and spacious room."
United States
Caren
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Julian
Staircase

10. YOTEL San Francisco

YOTEL San Francisco
3.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,022 reviews)
"Good stay great hotel"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
YOTEL San Francisco
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Top Downtown San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel"
Jia Min 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown San Francisco like for travellers on a budget?
Downtown San Francisco has cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a budget-friendly holiday choice. In addition to its well-known attractions such as Oracle Park and Chase Center, this destination is home to Yerba Buena Gardens and Transamerica Redwood Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Downtown San Francisco?
Based on reviews, Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG is a popular hotel for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices to stay on the cheap include Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco and Handlery Union Square Hotel.
How many cheap hotels should I expect to find in Downtown San Francisco?
Choose a hotel that suits your wallet from Expedia's 35 budget hotels in Downtown San Francisco.
What is there to see and do in Downtown San Francisco?
Downtown San Francisco attracts visitors with its top museums and acclaimed art galleries, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, such as Oracle Park and Pier 39, and then make time for other wallet-friendly activities. Enjoy the outdoors at San Francisco Bay and Yerba Buena Gardens, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Westfield San Francisco Centre.
How can I get to Downtown San Francisco and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Downtown San Francisco can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away. If that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away: Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.). You can take advantage of metro transport at Market St & 5th St Stop, Market St & Taylor St Stop and Powell St & Market St Stop.

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