| warm, casual suites offer living rooms with pull-out sofas, plus tvs, minifridges, microwaves and wi-fi (fee). this modern all-suite hotel is a 6-minute walk from south san francisco station, 7 miles from mclaren park and 15 miles from the san francisco zoo. some have balconies. upgraded units add free wi-fi and snacks. there's also a steak and seafood restaurant, an indoor pool and a gym, plus a tropical atrium with a koi pond. hot breakfast and evening drinks are free, as well as an airport and downtown shuttle. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
San Francisco International Airport 10 min
Coit Tower (25 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Ferry Building (19 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Alcatraz Island (24 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Haight-Ashbury (22 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. Golden Gate Park (23 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. The Painted Ladies (18 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (16 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. PIER 39 (24 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Twin Peaks (25 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Japanese Tea Garden (25 min)
Popular gardens with a Japanese teahouse & narrow paths winding past koi ponds, pagodas & a bridge. Union Square (18 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Golden Gate Bridge (29 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. The Palace Of Fine Arts (27 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. California Academy of Sciences (25 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. de Young Museum (25 min)
A diverse collection of fine arts in a building with a dramatic copper facade in Golden Gate Park. | 
