| located in the tenderloin neighborhood and a 10-minute walk from a bart rail station, this hip mid-century hotel has hosted many rock musicians and celebrities since the 1950s, and is a 4-minute walk from the historic great american music hall nightclub. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. some also have minifridges, microwaves, coffeemakers and ceiling fans. set around a lush courtyard, the funky rooms and suites offer free wi-fi and 42-inch flat-screen tvs. there's also a heated outdoor pool, a stylish restaurant and a poolside lounge serve seasonal fare and creative cocktails. free perks include parking and weekday passes to a nearby japanese-style bathing facility
San Francisco International Airport 19 min
The Palace Of Fine Arts (11 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. PIER 39 (14 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (10 min)
Contemporary & modern paintings, installations, photographs, media & more in a sleek space. California Academy of Sciences (15 min)
Natural history museum with an aquarium, planetarium & scientists conducting a variety of research. Union Square (12 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. The Painted Ladies (7 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Alcatraz Island (14 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. San Francisco Cable Car Museum (8 min)
Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Coit Tower (13 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Golden Gate Park (12 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Haight-Ashbury (12 min)
This famed birthplace of 1960s hippie culture features large crowds, funky shops & Victorian homes. Ferry Building (14 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. Golden Gate Bridge (13 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Exploratorium (11 min)
Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Twin Peaks (20 min)
Renowned, 180-degree views of the Bay Area are offered at this 64-acre park with hiking trails. | 
