San Francisco hotel deals: cheap hotels and where to stay
See hotel prices across San Francisco on one map, then compare Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com and Agoda.
Choose your own datesEach site opens with San Francisco and sample dates filled in. Change the dates there, or use the search above.
- Booking.comBiggest choice, many rooms with free cancellationSee prices on Booking.com
- ExpediaMember prices and hotel + flight dealsSee prices on Expedia
- Hotels.comCollect nights and get rewardsSee prices on Hotels.com
- AgodaOften cheapest in Asia and for city hotelsSee prices on Agoda
Where to stay in San Francisco
- Union Square: central, close to cable cars and shopping.
- Fisherman's Wharf: families and first visits, near the piers.
- Near SFO: much cheaper rooms with BART trains into the city.
Prices swing with conferences more than seasons. Weekends are often cheaper than weekdays, and December and January tend to be the lowest.
How to get a cheap hotel in San Francisco
- Compare the same room on more than one site. Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com and Agoda often show different prices for the same hotel in San Francisco.
- Stay Sunday to Thursday if you can. In most cities weekend nights cost more, while business hotels drop their prices on weekends.
- Pick a free cancellation rate, then check again a week or two before your trip. If the price drops, book again and cancel the first one.
- Look one neighborhood out. Hotels a short train or bus ride from the center of San Francisco are usually cheaper than those next to the main sights.
- Check the total with taxes and fees. Resort fees, city taxes and parking can add a lot, so compare final prices, not nightly rates.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is the best area to stay in San Francisco?
- Union Square: central, close to cable cars and shopping. Fisherman's Wharf: families and first visits, near the piers. Near SFO: much cheaper rooms with BART trains into the city.
- When are hotels in San Francisco cheapest?
- Prices swing with conferences more than seasons. Weekends are often cheaper than weekdays, and December and January tend to be the lowest.
- How do I find a cheap hotel in San Francisco?
- Use the map above to compare live prices across San Francisco, then open Booking.com, Expedia, Hotels.com or Agoda with your dates already filled in. Prices on the same room often differ between sites.
- Can I book a hotel in San Francisco with free cancellation?
- Many rooms on Booking.com and Expedia offer free cancellation. Look for the free cancellation filter on the seller's page before you book.
- Are vacation rentals in San Francisco cheaper than hotels?
- For families and groups, an entire home is often cheaper per person. Switch to the Homes & apartments tab in the search to compare Vrbo and Booking.com homes in San Francisco.
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