| the unpretentious rooms come with complimentary wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, minifridges and microwaves; bathrooms are shared. within 5 minutes' walk of shops and eateries, this humble hotel along a leafy street in hayes valley is 2 minutes' walk from a light rail station and 7 minutes' walk from the grand city hall, which offers tours. some feature colorful accents. upgraded rooms provide tea and coffeemaking facilities.
San Francisco International Airport 19 min
Golden Gate Park (11 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (11 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Haight-Ashbury (11 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. The Painted Ladies (16 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. California Academy of Sciences (14 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Coit Tower (16 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. The Palace Of Fine Arts (13 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. Ferry Building (14 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Twin Peaks (18 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 (10 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. Golden Gate Bridge (15 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Exploratorium (14 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Union Square (10 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. PIER 39 (17 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Alcatraz Island (16 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. | 
