the relaxed, air-conditioned rooms feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and work desks, plus microwaves and minifridges. half a block from the entrance to the presidio, a national park and historic landmark, this low-rise hotel is a 5-minute drive from the golden gate bridge and 1. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. some rooms offer air-purification systems, and showers with softened water and massaging showerheads. complimentary amenities include continental breakfast served in the lobby, and on-site parking provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. 7 miles from the iconic winding section of lombard street San Francisco International Airport 29 min
Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (9 min) Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Golden Gate Park (9 min) The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. California Academy of Sciences (15 min) Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. PIER 39 (14 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Alcatraz Island (14 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Crissy Field (5 min) Grass field & sandy beach offering trails, a restored marsh & picturesque views of the Golden Gate. Golden Gate Bridge (4 min) Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Ferry Building (16 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Union Square (15 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Twin Peaks (20 min) Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (18 min) Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. The Palace Of Fine Arts (9 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Coit Tower (14 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. The Painted Ladies (12 min) Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Haight-Ashbury (12 min) This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. |