South San Francisco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 Sign Hill Park.

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
The price is NZ$217 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$217
12 July - 13 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 ...
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$286 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$286
4 July - 5 July
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! (2,346 reviews)
"It was clean and the cookies were great"

Reviewed on 27 June 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$155 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$155
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 (3,783 reviews)
"Quiet"

Reviewed on 27 June 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 Millbrae Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"Absolutely Enjoyed our stay. Felt like home away from home. The home was comfortable, clean and very quiet. Great location to all tourist destinations.Local restaurants and local shops, made the trip fun and enjoyable.Thank you for hospitality. I was trying to stay one more night but the response ..."

Reviewed on 12 June 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! (1,298 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Little noisy but you’re in the city so it’s expected."

Reviewed on 27 June 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 (2,990 reviews)
"Very outdated, furniture looked outdated sofa looked wore out,and some of the lamps didn’t work. Biggest issue was the Gypsies that lived there they were loud and annoying until 3 in the morning, almost every night.I felt very uneasy there. They need some security"

Reviewed on 27 June 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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