| it's also a 10-minute walk from the waterfront shops and eateries in ghirardelli square. freebies include on-site parking, continental breakfast and coffee, tea, juice and hot chocolate (available daily in the lobby). all rooms also include minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers; suites add game tables. this unpretentious hotel is a 14-minute walk from iconic lombard street and 4 blocks from a powell-hyde street cable-car stop. the low-key rooms with en suite bathrooms are reached by a glass elevator, and have free wi-fi, and tvs with cable channels. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Francisco International Airport 27 min
PIER 39 (9 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Golden Gate Park (11 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Twin Peaks (24 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Ferry Building (12 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Union Square (11 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. The Palace Of Fine Arts (5 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (7 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Alcatraz Island (8 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Exploratorium (9 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (14 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. The Painted Ladies (13 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (7 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Coit Tower (10 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Aquarium of the Bay (8 min)
Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. Golden Gate Bridge (7 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. | 
