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 The Shops at Tanforan.

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.

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
380 S Airport Boulevard South San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$207 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$207
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,864 reviews)
"Two night Stop over on the way to Japan. Close to airport. Clean room and good breakfast."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
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$282 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$282
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (2,354 reviews)
"The shower needed a handle and the toilet needed to be replaced."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
The price is NZ$154 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$154
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms ...
6/10 (3,826 reviews)
"We stayed here for 10 nights. By 5th night after the ants flooded our room and we took the trash out ourselves, we begged the staff to clean it. They came next day and made thr bed and left some extra towels. No new soaps or refill the empty body wash.. They did not service the room until we left. ..."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
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 Cow Palace and Stonestown Galleria ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (92 reviews)
"The appartment was bigger than it looked on the pictures. It was equipped with everything you need in a house. The kitchen needs a little update but it is big and very practical. It has three bedrooms and we were anparty of 5 and a dog. It has a little charming patio beautifully arranged Havingbourbown ..."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Vintage San Francisco Bay Area Home
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! (1,308 reviews)
"Great location to base yourself for a few nights. We were there with 2 kids aged 9 and 13 and felt the location was great for walking to all areas and city center when we felt energetic! Felt safe walking around in day or early hours of darkness."

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Coral Reef Inn & Suites

Coral Reef Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
400 Park St Alameda CA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Alameda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (2,995 reviews)
"When we arrived at 5:30 pm the maid had not cleaned the room yet. Pool was not operational, broken closet door hanging half off. It seemed the property is neglected."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

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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