| built in 1910 and located in theatre district of san francisco, this casual hotel is a 5-minute walk from the shops, restaurants and theaters surrounding union square and a 10-minute walk from the bart rail station on powell street. simple, cozy rooms with antique-style furnishings feature free wi-fi. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm. some rooms offer minifridges, microwaves and/or cable tv. amenities include free daily continental breakfast and a lobby bar. a 2-bedroom suites is also available San Francisco International Airport 20 min
San Francisco Cable Car Museum (13 min) Antique cable cars on exhibit in the historic building that houses the cable-pulling equipment. Ferry Building (10 min) Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. PIER 39 (11 min) Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. 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. Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace (9 min) Shops and restaurants fill this 3-level landmark former chocolate factory near Fisherman's Wharf. San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (7 min) Long, stately span (including a tunnel through Yerba Buena Island), with a pedestrian/bike path. Alcatraz Island (11 min) Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Exploratorium (8 min) Hundreds of interactive, educational exhibits & activities illustrating scientific principles. Union Square (4 min) Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Golden Gate Park (15 min) The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. The Palace Of Fine Arts (12 min) This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. 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. Coit Tower (10 min) Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. |