South San Francisco Travel Guide

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South San Francisco
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Where to stay in South San Francisco

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The East Side

4/5(18 area reviews)

While visiting The East Side, you might make a stop by sights like San Francisco Bay and San Bruno Point Park.

The East Side
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Oyster Point

3/5(1 area review)

While Oyster Point isn't home to many top sights, San Bruno Point Park and SFO Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oyster Point
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Downtown South San Francisco

4/5(3 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Downtown South San Francisco, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Shops at Tanforan and SFO Museum.

Downtown South San Francisco
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Paradise Valley

While Paradise Valley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like San Bruno Point Park and See's Candies.

Paradise Valley
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Serra Highlands

Though Serra Highlands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Serramonte Center and See's Candies.

Serra Highlands
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Avalon

Though Avalon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like See's Candies and The Shops at Tanforan.

Avalon
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
3 out of 5
1300 Veterans Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$226 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$226
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,565 reviews)
"Easy to get to from the airport."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Select San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Waterfront
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
4 out of 5
275 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$239 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$239
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,720 reviews)
"Very good would go again"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
3.5 out of 5
250 Gateway Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$325 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$325
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,094 reviews)
"Great customer service. The room was super clean & spacious. Good & variety food for complimentary breakfast."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
South San Francisco
Stay at this vacation home in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Cow Palace and Serramonte Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)
Another great stay!
"I stay here every year when I visit SF. Great value!"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
Sparkling Clean Luxury 3 BR House Near SF/SFO/CalTrain/BART+EV+Free Parking+WiFi
Sparkling Clean Luxury 3 BR House Near SF/SFO/CalTrain/BART+EV+Free Parking+WiFi
South San Francisco
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in South San Francisco. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and Netflix. Popular attractions Cow Palace and Serramonte ...
10/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
House C'est Magnifique
"The house was exactly as advertised! The rooms and the general living area where what I expected. The contact with the host was quick and decisive. The only drawback was the street noise at certain times of the day and night. House is in close, 11 minutes, proximity to SFO. The house is also located ..."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Sparkling Clean Luxury 3 BR House Near SF/SFO/CalTrain/BART+EV+Free Parking+WiFi
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Coral Reef Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
400 Park St, Alameda, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,757 reviews)
"This hotel is a little dated but it is in an excellent location - only one block to the Alameda beach and shoreline. Plenty of dining options within walking distance. Located in a safe quiet area with awesome views of SF just steps away! Great value for the money."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Coral Reef Inn & Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of South San Francisco

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
1
5 - Excellent 6%
4 - Good
14
4 - Good 78%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Didn't really stop in S San Francisco other than to join with friends for dinner en route between Auckland and Missoula. There are some good places to eat near the hotel.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Whilst the hotel was great, there is very limited dining options close by, none within walking distance. Hotel bistro was good.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Good range of eateries on Grand Avenue

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Plenty to see and do, but stay downtown if you can afford it.

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