Tenderloin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tenderloin
Tenderloin
Tenderloin
Tenderloin
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.


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Activities


Our pick of the best Tenderloin Hotel Deals

Embassy Hotel

Embassy Hotel

2.5 out of 5
610 Polk St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$119 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$119
19 May - 20 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy valet parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Oracle Park and Pier 39 ...
6.6/10 (758 reviews)
Place was a dump. Guy at front desk was high and no help. I check out the next morning and the guy at front desk that morning couldn't even give me a receipt.

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Embassy Hotel
The Phoenix Hotel

The Phoenix Hotel

3 out of 5
601 Eddy St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$203 per night from 17 May to 18 May
AU$203
17 May - 18 May
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! (1,019 reviews)
Didn’t see any breakfast in the morning. Staff was nice. You can hear tv and people talking through the walls

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

The Phoenix 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$299 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$299
25 May - 26 May
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! (7,507 reviews)
good location, great price, good value overall.

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4 out of 5
750 Kearny St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$189 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$189
25 May - 26 May
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! (2,746 reviews)
Excellent location, lobby impersonal. Parking very expensive. Nice staff and rooms.

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco

4 out of 5
424 Clay St San Francisco CA
The price is AU$206 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$206
28 May - 29 May
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 helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,145 reviews)
Perfect Nuce staff great location near san francisco chinatown

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is AU$214 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$214
25 May - 26 May
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! (5,742 reviews)
I parked in their secure parking garage from $55 dollars. I parked up 3 levels from the ground floor. Within hours my car rental window was smashed out and my work equipment was stolen. All the receptionist could do is waive the parking charge. Which still showed up on my bill.

Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Tenderloin

Downtown San Francisco

Downtown San Francisco

3/5(34 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Francisco
Union Square

Union Square

4/5(249 area reviews)

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.

Union Square
Nob Hill

Nob Hill

4/5(61 area reviews)

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

Nob Hill
South of Market

South of Market

3.5/5(101 area reviews)

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

South of Market
Chinatown

Chinatown

4/5(20 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Chinatown
Financial District

Financial District

4/5(16 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Embarcadero Center to Market Street Railway Museum – discover Financial District, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Financial District


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