South San Francisco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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The Golden Gate Bridge with waves crashing onto the shore.

Our guide on where to stay in South San Francisco

Find the best South San Francisco areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown South San Francisco

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

Oyster Point

While Oyster Point isn't home to many top sights, San Bruno Point Park and South San Francisco Hillside Sign are some notable places to visit nearby.

The East Side

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

Paradise Valley

If you're spending some time in Paradise Valley, South San Francisco Hillside Sign and Sign Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Park Pointe Hotel

Park Pointe Hotel

2 out of 5
245 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$114 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
NZ$114
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their ...
5.8/10 (1,111 reviews)
"I was extremely disappointed with the rundown condition of this hotel property, especially my room, where the carpet was lifting, nearly every wall was stained and desperately needed a simple paint job, and much of the furniture was scratched, worn, or stained. There was no hot water, only lukewarm ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Park Pointe Hotel
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
The price is NZ$300 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$300
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
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
The price is NZ$246 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
NZ$246
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,434 reviews)
"Airport shuttle was great, staff was very nice and attentive, condition of room was poor we had to ask for a tub stopper for a bath and upon arrival all electronic were unplugged. Not the worst , just a bit unwelcoming upon entry."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
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 CA
Stay at this holiday home in South San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions SFO Museum and Cow Palace are ...
Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
Spacious 4BR Family Retreat with Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi & Movie Room – Near SFO

Spacious 4BR Family Retreat with Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi & Movie Room – Near SFO

South San Francisco CA
Stay at this holiday home in South San Francisco. Enjoy private pools, a fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions SFO Museum and Serramonte ...
Spacious 4BR Family Retreat with Indoor Pool, Jacuzzi & Movie Room – Near SFO
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

3 out of 5
2620 Jones St San Francisco CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,454 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
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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