Tenderloin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A grand building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a clear blue sky.
A statue of a seated man with a book, surrounded by trees and a classical building with columns.
A classical building with ornate gold detailing, a street lamp, and an American flag.
A large neoclassical building with a prominent dome and columns, featuring ornate gold detailing and a statue on top.
Tenderloin
There’s something a little tough about Tenderloin, but you’ll still want to sink your teeth into it.

Ten years ago, if you told someone you were going to visit the Tenderloin district of San Francisco, people might’ve thought you had some screws loose. However, in recent years, the Tenderloin has transformed itself into a trendy nook of Northern California’s best city. If you’re into street art, take a tour of some of the best murals in the city. Some of the artists who’ve contributed work include the likes of Banksy, Shepard Fairey, and Barry McGee. Those are some heavy hitters.


Stay near popular Tenderloin attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Tenderloin Hotel Deals

The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel

3 out of 5
601 Eddy St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$240
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

The Phoenix Hotel
Embassy Hotel

Embassy Hotel

2.5 out of 5
610 Polk St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$107 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$107
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy valet parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Oracle ...
6.6/10 (857 reviews)
"Run down, terrible mattress, temu hotel"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Embassy Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$282 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$282
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,499 reviews)
"The room was very clean, but didn't really have a view. The location was perfect for walking to Pier 39, China Town, etc. This more than made up for the lack of a 24 hour coffee/tea/water bar that we have been accustomed to in all of our travel from Peru to Egypt."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
425 North Point San Francisco CA
The price is AU$306 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$306
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,985 reviews)
"The staff at the hotel went above and beyond to make our stay a wonderful experience. The hotel was in a great location. We had breakfast at the restaurant which had a lovely atmosphere, great staff and delicious food."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$245 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$245
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,919 reviews)
"We have stayed here before and had a great experience. This time our first room had a smoke smell to it so I went back to the front desk and they immediately switched our room, no questions asked. I was very appreciative since we didn’t want our clothes to smell as we went out. The rooms are great! ..."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$202 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$202
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,936 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
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Our guide on where to stay in Tenderloin

Find the best Tenderloin areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Fisherman's Wharf

Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

Union Square

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

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

South of Market

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.



Tenderloin Travel Guide

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