| check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. suites provide sitting areas. among eateries in the bustling fisherman's wharf area along san francisco bay, this modern hotel is less than a mile from pier 33 for ferries to alcatraz island, a former prison with audio tours. chic, streamlined rooms have wi-fi and flat-screen tvs. upgraded rooms offer city or bay views. amenities include a relaxed bar, an outdoor pool, a game room and a fitness room. there are also regular movie screenings. snacks, breakfast and parking are available. it's 17 miles from san francisco international airport
San Francisco International Airport 29 min
Alcatraz Island (4 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. The Painted Ladies (16 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. The Palace Of Fine Arts (9 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Ferry Building (10 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Golden Gate Bridge (11 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Golden Gate Park (15 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Coit Tower (7 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (7 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. PIER 39 (6 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Exploratorium (8 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Aquarium of the Bay (7 min)
Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (12 min)
Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (3 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Union Square (11 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (14 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. | 
