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A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a bar area, and a large mirror on the wall.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork.
A marble table with a champagne bottle, glasses, and chocolate-covered strawberries.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring arched windows and a prominent entrance.

1. Orchard Hotel

Orchard Hotel
Union Square, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Ann
NZ$287
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Orchard Hotel
A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.
A hotel with a brick facade, a red awning, and a sign for 'Galleria Park Hotel'.
A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, patterned chairs, a small table with a candle, and a decorative railing.
A bar cart with gin bottles and glasses on a carpeted floor.

2. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
Financial District, 2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Oleg
NZ$385
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Galleria Park Hotel
A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
2.2 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Paul
NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.
A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign for "California Center" and "Porte Seasons."

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Financial District, 1.9 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Keeshaun
NZ$978
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.
A restaurant with a bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and large windows providing views of the street.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chandelier.
A hotel with a classic facade, large arched windows, and a prominent entrance with a canopy.

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Omni San Francisco Hotel
Financial District, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Christina
NZ$508
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Omni San Francisco Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden dresser, and a door leading to another room.
A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, hairdryer, and coffee maker.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a leather sofa, a small cart, and a potted plant.
A Columbus Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and balconies.

6. Columbus Motor Inn

Columbus Motor Inn
Russian Hill, 0.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
julia
NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Columbus Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a compact kitchen area, and a mirror.
A motel sign with the name 'Star Motel' in large, bold letters.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator.
A corner room with a grey sofa, two pillows, a small round wooden table, a radiator, and a wooden cabinet with a hanger.

7. Star Motel

Star Motel
Cow Hollow, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
James
NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Star Motel
The exterior of an Orchard Hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.
A restaurant with multiple tables, each set with white tablecloths, plates, and cutlery.
A round metal table with four chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass on the table.
A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a chandelier.

8. Orchard Garden Hotel

Orchard Garden Hotel
Chinatown, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Ashley
NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Orchard Garden Hotel
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A modern living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a small side table with a vase.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.
A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.

9. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Nob Hill, 1.9 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Steven
NZ$1,689
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Huntington Hotel
A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.
A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, and a television screen displaying a fire.
A cozy reading nook with a stack of books, a teal sofa, and a floor lamp.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a glass coffee table, a bookshelf, and a large abstract painting.

10. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco
2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
cynthia lee
NZ$340
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hotel Emblem San Francisco
An outdoor cafe with brick walls, outdoor seating, and a tree in the foreground.
A spacious bar area with high wooden beams, a brick wall, and a variety of seating options including bar stools and tables.
A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a sailboat and a building with multiple stories.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a tray of food, a lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

11. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf, 1 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Behrooz
NZ$572
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Argonaut Hotel
An open patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a white brick wall.
A building with a striped awning labeled "WHITE SWAN Z" and a sign indicating the entrance.
A traditional room with a fireplace, patterned furniture, and a bookshelf.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a built-in china cabinet, and a floral wallpaper design.

12. White Swan Inn

White Swan Inn
2.1 km from Aquarium of the Bay
Canada
Mohamed
NZ$360
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
White Swan Inn
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.
A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.

13. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Chinatown, 1.8 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Simona
NZ$861
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
An outdoor patio area with modern furniture, a fire feature, and a decorative metal sculpture.
A modern lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the city through the window.
A dining area with a long table set for multiple guests, surrounded by wicker chairs, with a wooden ceiling and framed artwork on the walls.

14. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf, 0.5 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Lissa
NZ$426
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a large abstract sculpture, and a high ceiling with linear lighting.
A modern bar area with a long counter, seating, and a unique ceiling design.
A high-rise building with a view of a waterfront promenade, a clock tower, and a bridge in the distance.
A modern interior with a central escalator, multiple levels, and a distinctive sculpture.

15. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Financial District, 2 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Juan
NZ$516
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
A white car parked in a modern indoor space with a circular ceiling, large windows, and potted plants.
The exterior of a Holiday Inn Express hotel with a clear entrance, a sign indicating 'Entrance Only' and 'Clearance 9-6', and the hotel's name displayed prominently.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a view of buildings through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, bar stools, and a seating area with blue sofas.

16. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf, 0.6 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Marlon
NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a mural.
A mural with abstract human figures and a green pattern, outdoor seating with cushions, and a building facade with windows.
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a central fire feature, surrounded by buildings with large windows and string lights.
A modern lounge area with a long table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a bookshelf with various items.

17. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf, 0.7 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Teresa
NZ$358
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
A rooftop lounge with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of a cinema in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa set, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern lobby with a mix of seating areas, a bar, and a large plant.
A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a wooden ceiling design.

18. The Jay, Autograph Collection

The Jay, Autograph Collection
Financial District, 1.7 km from Aquarium of the Bay
Canada
David
NZ$698
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Jay, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel exterior with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, two yellow armchairs, a coffee table, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A marina with various boats docked.
A bar area with three arched mirrors, a variety of bottles, and black chairs.

19. Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf, 0.7 km from Aquarium of the Bay
United States
Stacey
NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a bridge, a flat-screen TV, a clock, and a brown leather sofa.
A cozy hotel lobby with a fireplace, two tables with teapots, and comfortable seating.
A group of people dining at a restaurant with a table set for a meal, including a bottle of wine and various dishes.

20. Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel
South of Market, 2.3 km from Aquarium of the Bay
Canada
Yoojin
NZ$369
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Harbor Court Hotel
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a bar area, and a large mirror on the wall.
Orchard Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,008 reviews
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A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.
Galleria Park Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,013 reviews
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A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
9.4
Exceptional
3,437 reviews
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A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
9.6
Exceptional
1,006 reviews
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A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.
Omni San Francisco Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,245 reviews
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Top Aquarium of the Bay Hotel Reviews

Stanford Court San Francisco

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect. Very well located."
Felipe 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Stanford Court San Francisco
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"I like the riu because it was close to the pier 39 and the fisherman’s warf, included breakfast and the rooms were comfortable, you have a close 7 eleven to get anything that you need."
Jose 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff. Clean I would stay here again"
Rosemary 5-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were super friendly and the location was perfect. The room was a little noisy (vehicles) but ear plugs were provided, no one in our room had to use them. I would highly recommend this property and will definitely stay here again."
Sheila 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"I absolutely love this place! Staff was superb!"
Dana 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great experience!"
Carmen 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
Wharf Inn

Wharf Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The price and location of this simple no frills hotel can’t be beat. No need for a car, easy to walk to any of fisherman’s wharf attractions. Also close to public transportation which made it easy to go about the rest of the city."
Tracy 3-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Wharf Inn
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Well located in Fisherman's Warff, close to Pier 39"
RICHARD 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Very close to all the attractions. If you’re flying in for a cruise this is the perfect place to stay."
Amy 3-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aquarium of the Bay?
Aquarium of the Bay is located in a vibrant area of San Francisco known for its top museums and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 177 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Aquarium of the Bay?
Adjacent to Aquarium of the Bay, Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Zephyr San Francisco and Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Aquarium of the Bay?
Expedia has 177 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Aquarium of the Bay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aquarium of the Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Aquarium of the Bay.
What can I see and do near Aquarium of the Bay?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Exploratorium, Cable Car Museum or Market Street Railway Museum. Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower and Fort Mason are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can check out the local talent at SF Masonic Auditorium, Marines Memorial Theater and SHN Curran Theatre.
How can I get to Aquarium of the Bay?
You can take advantage of metro transport at Jones St and Beach St Stop, Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop and Hyde St & Beach St Stop. If you'd like to venture around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.