cozy, uniquely decorated rooms with free wifi feature colorful quilts, plus sinks and vanities. other amenities include bike storage, and access to a guest computer and printer. located in the fashionable hayes valley neighborhood amid boutiques, restaurants and hip bookstores, this homey b&b is an 8-minute walk from the van ness avenue muni bus and light-rail station and a market street cable-car stop. check-in time: 3:00 pm. bathrooms are shared, with separate showers. an expanded complimentary breakfast, and afternoon tea and cookies are served daily in a communal, country-style kitchen. some also have bunk beds, desks, sitting areas and/or bay windows San Francisco International Airport 17 min
Twin Peaks (15 min) Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. California Academy of Sciences (10 min) Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Haight-Ashbury (8 min) This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. Exploratorium (12 min) Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. The Palace Of Fine Arts (11 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Golden Gate Bridge (13 min) Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Coit Tower (14 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Ferry Building (12 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (9 min) Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Golden Gate Park (8 min) The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. The Painted Ladies (12 min) Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (10 min) Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Union Square (8 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. PIER 39 (15 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Alcatraz Island (15 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. |