| accessed via exterior corridors, the relaxed, homey rooms decorated in rich colors feature flat-screen tvs, sitting areas, and complimentary wi-fi or wired internet access. covered parking is free. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. this casual hotel is a half-mile from famed lombard street's steep hills and hairpin turns, and a 9-minute walk from ghirardelli square's shops and restaurants in the fisherman's wharf area San Francisco International Airport 26 min
Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (7 min) Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Union Square (10 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (13 min) Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Ferry Building (11 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Twin Peaks (24 min) Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Coit Tower (9 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Golden Gate Park (13 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 Cable Car Museum (7 min) Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. PIER 39 (9 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Aquarium of the Bay (8 min) Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. Alcatraz Island (8 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. The Palace Of Fine Arts (7 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Golden Gate Bridge (9 min) Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Exploratorium (8 min) Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. |