| the straightforward rooms have traditional furnishings, and feature wi-fi, tvs and private bathrooms. there's also a barber shop and a nail salon. the hotel serves free continental breakfast. set in a 1920's building in the colorful marina district, this budget hotel is 1 mile from vibrant fisherman's wharf, and 4 miles from both the golden gate bridge and the historic prison on alcatraz island. children age 5 and under stay at no extra charge. some have bay windows and day beds. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Francisco International Airport 26 min
Coit Tower (10 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. The Palace Of Fine Arts (4 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Union Square (11 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (8 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Golden Gate Bridge (6 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (14 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (9 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Aquarium of the Bay (9 min)
Aquarium with creatures from local waters, including otters, sharks & jellyfish, plus a touch tank. Twin Peaks (22 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. Exploratorium (9 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. The Painted Ladies (11 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Ferry Building (12 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Alcatraz Island (9 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Golden Gate Park (10 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. PIER 39 (9 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. | 
