| this low-key budget hotel is a 12-minute walk from the nearest light rail stop, 6 miles from golden gate park and 10 miles from san francisco international airport the basic, no-frills rooms sleep up to 7 and have en suite bathrooms with showers, plus free wi-fi and tvs with cable channels. minifridges are available upon request, and some rooms offer fully equipped kitchens with dining tables. children under 7 stay free in a parent's room, and minimum-stay rules may apply for some rooms. coin-operated laundry is also available. freebies include continental breakfast and parking for cars and large vehicles. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
San Francisco International Airport 18 min
de Young Museum (19 min)
A diverse collection of fine arts in a building with a dramatic copper facade in Golden Gate Park. Japanese Tea Garden (18 min)
Popular gardens with a Japanese teahouse & narrow paths winding past koi ponds, pagodas & a bridge. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (14 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. 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 (25 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. The Painted Ladies (16 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. PIER 39 (23 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Golden Gate Bridge (22 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Union Square (16 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Coit Tower (24 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Golden Gate Park (17 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Haight-Ashbury (21 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. Alcatraz Island (22 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. California Academy of Sciences (19 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Ferry Building (17 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. | 
