San Francisco Holidays

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Our guide on where to stay in San Francisco

Find the best San Francisco areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about San Francisco
Union Square which includes a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(249 area reviews)

Fashion puts its best foot forward in one of America’s largest shopping plazas.

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San Francisco Holiday

San Francisco Beach Holiday

There's nothing more relaxing than a San Francisco holiday. Whether you're treating yourself to delicious cocktails at a local bar or flipping through a magazine by the ocean's edge, your trip to San Francisco is the perfect time to live out your beachy daydreams. Many choose to stay close to Ocean Beach, located just 10 kilometres from downtown. However, you'll also find a terrific range of San Francisco packages around Seal Rocks Beach and Lakeshore Park Beach, two other popular nearby options.

Things You Should Know About San Francisco

  • Spend your getaway by the water and let the hassles of daily life drift away with the ocean breeze. Book one of our San Francisco beach hotels and enjoy a little beachside bliss.
  • Our apartments, including Hotel Fiona and Hotel Julian, are a hit with travellers of all sorts. Check out the facilities and get set for your stay in San Francisco!
  • Our San Francisco things to do page is a terrific place to check out activities around here. Of course, it's hard to beat a little local knowledge. With a population of 2 196 592 cm San Francisco, we're sure you'll find a few people who'll give you some tips.
  • If you're looking for things to do during your stay, add San Francisco Bay, San Francisco Bay and San Francisco Bay to your travel schedule. Also, be sure to explore our San Francisco holiday deals to get great deals on your experiences, hotels and more.

Our pick of the best San Francisco Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$291 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
NZ$291
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (7,188 reviews)
I love the breakfast and the rooms are clean and roomy. I am not a Fisherman's wharf fan but love to walk and you can get down to the water quickly and walk to the Marina or the Bridge. Or you can easily walk to North Beach, Chinatown or down around the piers.

Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5 out of 5
950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$530 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$530
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,422 reviews)
The Christmas tree - the main highlight of the season - was sadly relegated to the side of the main door and in its usual place was a ridiculous champagne bar! Not a good look for a venerable hotel - and frankly, pretty low-brow. And zero seating in the lobby so everyone was hanging around with their ...

Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025

Fairmont San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$229 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$229
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (5,003 reviews)
Basic breakfast, to-go only

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
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Discover the most popular places to visit in San Francisco

Golden Gate Bridge which includes general coastal views, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and night scenes

Golden Gate Bridge

One of the most iconic bridges in the world, walk the 2.7-kilometre marvel of engineering for the best views over the bay and the ocean beyond, fog permitting.

Golden Gate Bridge
Pier 39 showing a city, street scenes and signage

Pier 39

This waterfront location has a mix of thrilling rides and lively street entertainment, but watching the sea lions hanging out in the bay wins the day!

Pier 39
Moscone Convention Center

Moscone Convention Center

During your trip, find out what's happening in Moscone Convention Center, a top convention centre in San Francisco. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Moscone Convention Center

What to do in San Francisco

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 25+ Attractions

Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions

NZ$179
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Go City: San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass with 30+ Attractions
Alcatraz Ticket with Roundtrip Ferry & Hop-On Hop-Off

Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$166
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Alcatraz Island Ticket and Hop-on Hop-Off Bus Tour
California Academy of Sciences General Admission

California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission

NZ$84
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
California Academy of Sciences Daytime Admission
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