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Our top choices for Exploratorium hotels

1. Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

Marines Memorial Club & Hotel
1.7 km from Exploratorium
United States
frank
HK$1,372
HK$1,612 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

2. Orchard Hotel

Orchard Hotel
Union Square, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
United States
Dhara
HK$1,237
HK$1,473 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Orchard Hotel

3. Galleria Park Hotel

Galleria Park Hotel
Financial District, 1.3 km from Exploratorium
United States
Oleg
HK$1,172
HK$1,702 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Galleria Park Hotel

4. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Nob Hill, 1.6 km from Exploratorium
United States
Steven
HK$6,269
HK$7,794 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Huntington Hotel

5. Omni San Francisco Hotel

Omni San Francisco Hotel
Financial District, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
Australia
Luis Eduardo
HK$1,624
HK$2,235 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Omni San Francisco Hotel

6. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Union Square, 1.9 km from Exploratorium
United States
Isaac
HK$1,527
HK$2,158 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Nikko San Francisco

7. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf, 2.2 km from Exploratorium
United States
Janelle
HK$7,022
HK$8,251 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

8. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
South of Market, 1.6 km from Exploratorium
United States
Sonia
HK$1,263
HK$1,800 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

9. citizenM San Francisco Union Square

citizenM San Francisco Union Square
Union Square, 1.8 km from Exploratorium
United States
Cynthia
HK$1,122
HK$1,321 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
citizenM San Francisco Union Square

10. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Chinatown, 1.2 km from Exploratorium
Canada
Margaret Ying Ting
HK$3,195
HK$4,138 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

11. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
Nob Hill, 2.2 km from Exploratorium
United States
Yan
HK$1,024
HK$1,203 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Castle Inn

12. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotel Emblem San Francisco
1.6 km from Exploratorium
United States
Keegan
HK$1,124
HK$1,636 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Emblem San Francisco

13. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG
Fisherman's Wharf, 1.7 km from Exploratorium
Canada
Marcin
HK$1,436
HK$1,945 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

14. Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Fisherman's Wharf, 1.7 km from Exploratorium
United States
nizar
HK$1,263
HK$1,487 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

15. Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel
South of Market, 1.1 km from Exploratorium
Canada
Yoojin
HK$1,536
HK$2,186 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Harbor Court Hotel

16. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf, 1.5 km from Exploratorium
United States
Matthew
HK$1,140
HK$1,724 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

17. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Nob Hill, 1.4 km from Exploratorium
United States
virginia
HK$2,589
HK$3,463 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Fairmont San Francisco

18. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
1.9 km from Exploratorium
United States
Randall Gray
HK$1,640
HK$2,236 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

19. Inn At Union Square

Inn At Union Square
1.6 km from Exploratorium
United States
Jochen
HK$1,318
HK$1,551 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Inn At Union Square

20. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Financial District, 0.9 km from Exploratorium
United States
Gloria
HK$3,521
HK$4,587 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
1 Hotel San Francisco
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Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A dining table with plates of food, two wine glasses, and cutlery, set against a cityscape view.
Marines Memorial Club & Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
214 reviews
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A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a bar area, and a large mirror on the wall.
Orchard Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,014 reviews
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A marble-floored hallway leading to a living area with a sofa and a fireplace.
Galleria Park Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,037 reviews
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A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
The Huntington Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
37 reviews
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A grand lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a chandelier.
Omni San Francisco Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
1,242 reviews
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Top Exploratorium Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel and staff were both excellent. The Cityscape rooftop bar was beautiful and the staff here were friendly and super helpful. Will definitely be coming back"
Frank 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed for one night and the room was exceptionally clean, quiet, and cozy. This is my 3rd stay here and look forward to returning for future stays on my trips to the Bay area. The location is ideal to BART with a lot of good restaurants close by."
James 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente ubicación y servicios"
Agnie 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

8/10 Good
"My room did not have a closet and only 2 small drawers. There was no chair, just an ottoman. My hand towel was stained. On the plus side, the staff was friendly and helpful."
Gaylen 7-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel and setting was great. Wonderful view of the Bay Bridge from my room. I believe the AC unit did not work properly on my second evening. Will definitely return"
Dunham 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Grant Plaza Hotel

Grant Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great Budget Option for Business & Sightseeing in SF The Grant Plaza Hotel (465 Grant Ave) is a solid, budget-friendly pick right at the gateway to Chinatown. * Cleanliness & Room Quality: The rooms and private en-suite bathrooms are kept neat and clean. While the historic rooms run on the smaller/compact side and lack air conditioning, the beds are cozy with thick down comforters, making it a comfortable spot to rest. * Staff: Front desk staff are friendly, welcoming, and very accommodating. They go out of their way to offer great local dining recommendations and cover front desk essentials like complimentary morning coffee, extra toiletries, and irons on request. * Shops & Dining Nearby: Excellent location for exploring on foot. Steps away from Chinatown’s incredible dim sum and bakeries, 3 blocks from Union Square shopping, and just a short walk to Financial District cafes and restaurants. * Business-Friendly: Free, reliable Wi-Fi throughout the property makes it easy to handle work and remote tasks. It is also within walking distance to the Financial District and a 10–13 minute walk to the Moscone Center and transit hubs like BART/MUNI. Overall, an ideal home base if you want an affordable, clean stay in a prime walk-to-everything neighborhood."
PURAN 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Grant Plaza Hotel
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

8/10 Good
"Would've liked to be able to checkout and get the receipt before I left the property. Otherwise, all good"
Michael 5-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Very convenient location near a cable car stop, Fisherman’s Warf with a trader Joe’s and Starbucks a block away."
Leanne 4-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Exploratorium?
Exploratorium is located in a vibrant area of San Francisco known for its top museums and stunning architecture. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 309 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Exploratorium?
Hilton San Francisco Financial District is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Exploratorium. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf and Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco.
How many hotels are there close to Exploratorium?
Expedia has 309 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Exploratorium.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Exploratorium, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Exploratorium.
What can I see and do near Exploratorium?
Study the collections at Cable Car Museum, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art or Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. Sights like Golden Gate Bridge, Coit Tower and Ferry Building are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at Club Fugazi, SF Masonic Auditorium and Marines Memorial Theater.
How can I get to Exploratorium?
Take advantage of metro transport at Columbus Ave & Lombard St Stop, Columbus Ave & Chestnut St Stop and Taylor St & Columbus Ave Stop. If you'd like to explore around the surrounding area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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