| parking is available for a surcharge. many rooms feature fireplaces and/or whirlpool tubs. several have patios or balconies, and some offer views of san francisco bay and the city skyline. . freebies include continental breakfast and evening wine-and-cheese receptions. elegant rooms include flat-screen tvs, free wi-fi, coffeemakers and designer toiletries. a 5-minute walk from the sausalito ferry terminal, this refined historic hotel was built in 1869 and is 2 miles from the golden gate bridge and 8 miles from alcatraz island
San Francisco International Airport 38 min
Golden Gate Park (14 min)
The city's 1,000-ac. oasis draws hikers, bikers, art lovers & music fans. Muir Woods National Monument (23 min)
Scenic, forested park featuring giant redwood trees, long hiking trails, a visitor center & more. The Palace Of Fine Arts (13 min)
This Greco-Roman palace & architectural attraction hosts an ever-changing roster of performing arts. PIER 39 (25 min)
Bustling bayside pier featuring scenic views, sea-lion sightings, eateries, shops & entertainment. Ferry Building (28 min)
Vendors sell produce, cheese, coffee, candy & prepared food in this soaring, restored 1898 space. The Painted Ladies (24 min)
Historical row of Victorian houses well-known for appearances on movies, TV shows & postcards. Angel Island (1 hr 28)
Historic bay island with ferry access, open-air trams & panoramic San Francisco city views. Golden Gate Bridge (7 min)
Famed 4,200-ft. art deco suspension bridge open to car, bike & foot traffic. Crissy Field (14 min)
Grass field & sandy beach offering trails, a restored marsh & picturesque views of the Golden Gate. Baker Beach (17 min)
1-mi. beach area offering scenic cliffs, fishing spots, picnic tables & Golden Gate Bridge views. Coit Tower (26 min)
Storied 1930s-era building known for its WPA murals, 360-degree views & resident flock of parrots. Union Square (26 min)
Well-known vibrant neighborhood featuring a range of upscale shops, restaurants, hotels & nightlife. Alcatraz Island (25 min)
Notorious prison & once home to Al Capone, now a museum with audio tour, accessible by ferry. Fort Point National Historic Site (11 min)
Fort from the Civil War era located under the Golden Gate Bridge offering cannon drills & tours. Marin Headlands (12 min)
A 5-mi. stretch of coastal basalt headland & habitat for bobcats, coyote, deer & abundant birdlife. | 
