Golden Gate Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Golden Gate Bridge spanning a bay with a clear sky.
A botanical garden with a large white dome structure, palm trees, and a variety of colorful flower beds.
A botanical garden with a central dome structure, surrounded by well-manicured flower beds and palm trees.
A large public park with a central building, surrounded by lush greenery and a hilly backdrop.
A traditional Japanese pagoda surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Golden Gate attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Golden Gate Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$253 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$253
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,491 reviews)
"The location is excellent, right at the edge of Nob Hill, with a cable car line and a Big Bus tour stop just nearby, making it very convenient to explore downtown. Japantown is also within walking distance. The hotel itself was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. Overall, a great place to stay ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$354 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$354
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7,749 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and staff. Awesome breakfast buffet. Very small bathroom. A lot of security"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$339 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
NZ$339
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,907 reviews)
"microwave in room would have been nice, apart from that everything else was excellend."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Hilton San Francisco Union Square
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

2 out of 5
1075 Sutter St San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$153 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$153
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and Netflix. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,050 reviews)
"Excelente hospedaje. Ubicación estratégica en mi viaje a San Francisco!! Fácil acceso a transporte público. Zona segura y silenciosa . Habitaciones espaciosas , limpias , con todo lo necesario y cómodas sin duda , Olvera dmd y"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay

3.5 out of 5
68 Monarch Bay Dr San Leandro CA
The price is NZ$197 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$197
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in San Leandro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
55 Cyril Magnin St San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$312 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$312
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,740 reviews)
"The rooms are clean. The housekeeping staff does an excellent job, and the front desk staff are enthusiastic and friendly. I am very glad I chose this hotel; the location is truly fantastic—convenient for all forms of transportation and situated right near the BART station, which provides easy access ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Golden Gate

Find the best Golden Gate areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Golden Gate
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Union Square

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

Fisherman's Wharf

Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.

South of Market

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.



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