| housed in a 1920s beaux arts building, this military hotel, open to members and guests, is 2 blocks from union square, a mile from the financial district and a 3-minute walk from the nearest cable car stop. dining options include a top-floor steakhouse, and a bar serving lighter fare. there's also a storied theater with live performances, along with a business center, meeting space and an armed forces museum. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. refined rooms provide free wi-fi and flat-screen tvs, along with minifridges and desks. free access to a nearby fitness center is offered
San Francisco International Airport 22 min
Coit Tower (10 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Twin Peaks (22 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. The Palace Of Fine Arts (12 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (7 min)
Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (9 min)
Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. Ferry Building (10 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. The Painted Ladies (10 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Golden Gate Bridge (14 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. PIER 39 (11 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (12 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Alcatraz Island (10 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Union Square (3 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. Exploratorium (8 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Golden Gate Park (14 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. | 
