South San Francisco Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An aerial view of San Francisco with the Golden Gate Bridge, hills, and the ocean.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent bridge, clear blue waters, and a marina.
A coastal landscape with a prominent bridge, lush green hills, and a city skyline in the distance.
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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 San Bruno Point 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.

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.

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$137 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$137
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 (3,921 reviews)
"There were bugs in my room. I saw a cockroach and a few ants late at night as I was about to go to bed. It was small and I was sooo tired and it was nearly midnight so I just went to bed on the uncomfortable mattress (which they made with flat sheets tucked underneath instead of fitted). I rushed ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
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$253 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$253
9 Aug - 10 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! (2,389 reviews)
"Everything about the hotel was right"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

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$309 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$309
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,662 reviews)
"The hotel was clean and comfortable. The breakfast buffet was full of good choices. The room was big and I felt we all had room. I'd stay here again when I come to San Francisco."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

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 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
"Location was great and check-in process was very easy! we were very comfortable!"

Reviewed on 9 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! (1,363 reviews)
"Wonderful stay and lovely people"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 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 (3,015 reviews)
"Booked 5 nights stayed one night. One night moved us 3 times. Went out come back , hotel gave our room to someone else,hotel people move our personal stuff themselves and put it in the lobby. The last room we had some light bulbs were missing. No lock on patio door. Rug us sticky(dirty). Walk way ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 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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