15 BEST HOTELS IN SAN FRANCISCO WITH A VIEW: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE
LOOKING FOR THE BEST HOTELS IN SAN FRANCISCO WITH A VIEW?
EDITOR’S TOP PICKS
Don’t have time to read the full article? Check out our top picks:
⭐ Cavallo Point (Best Golden Gate Bridge view)
⭐ Argonaut Hotel (Best Fisherman’s Wharf view)
⭐ Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square (Luxury Bay views)
THE 15 BEST HOTELS IN SAN FRANCISCO WITH A VIEW
Dreaming of the perfect stay in a San Francisco hotel with a jaw-dropping view, but don’t know where to start looking?
Well, fear not though my friends! We have left no stone unturned when searching for all the best options, whether you are after a San Francisco Bay, Bridge or Skyline view. See our epic list below:
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE VIEW:
1. CAVALLO POINT
⭐ Rating:
9.2 / 10
📍 Location:
Sausalito, San Francisco
🏡 Free cancellation available: View on Booking.com
💡 Select “Contemporary Suite with View” or “Contemporary King Room with Bridge View” rooms.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Serene resort surroundings with amazing Bridge views wherever you look.
Welcoming guests since 2009, the Cavallo Point resort is located in the very heart of the Golden Gate National Park – just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco city.
This results in the resort having the best and closest Golden Gate Bridge and distant San Francisco skyline views!
For the best Golden Gate Bridge view here, we recommend booking either the:
- “Contemporary Suite with View” room.
- “Contemporary King Room with Bridge View” room.
Psst! Cavallo Point is walking distance to the Battery Spencer lookout point, one of our top recommendations on our 5 days in San Francisco travel itinerary!
Cavallo offers a breathtaking view of the Bay you cannot find elsewhere. With its historic facilities, friendly staff, and idyllic location, Cavallo Point was something of a dream come true
HAYDEN, UNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
The best hotel I’ve been in US. Very beautiful and old-fashioned style of room design, toy gift for children, great view on the bay! Everything was excellent
Štěpánka CZECH REPUBLIC, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE WATERFRONT
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE WATERFRONT
2. ARGONAUT HOTEL, FISHERMANS WHARF
Approx. $450-$600 per night for Bay view room (to split between 2 to 4 people)
💡 Select “King Room with Bay View” for 2 people.
💡 Select “Queen Room with Two Queen Beds – Bay View” for between 2-4 people.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Views vary from the Bay, Alcatraz to Golden Gate Bridge!
The Argonaut Hotel is a traditional old-style hotel oozing in nautical charm. As well as being in a prime location in Fisherman’s Wharf, the main draw is the incredible Bay views from their two room with a view options:
- “King Room with Bay View”
- “Queen Room with Two Queen Beds – Bay View”.
The best hotel I’ve been in US. Very beautiful and old-fashioned style of room design, toy gift for children, great view on the bay! Everything was excellent
ASSEL, KAZAKHSTAN, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
Loved everything. We were upgraded upon check in and had a view of Golden Gate Bridge. The window opened in the room and let in a lovely breeze. The room was spacious and comfortable. The bed and pillows were great. Housekeeping was wonderful. Front desk was amazing. They stored our luggage on last day since we were on a red eye flight. The area is perfect and safe. Tons to do. Safety top notch. Book this hotel, you won’t regret it.
CATHERINE, UNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE WATERFRONT
3. THE FAIRMONT HERITAGE PLACE GHIRARDELLI SQUARE
Approx. $1000-$2000 per night for Bay view room (to split between 4 to 6 people)
💡 Select “One bedroom apartment with Bay view” for up to 4 people.
💡 Select “Two bedroom apartment with Bay view” for up to 6 people.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Views focus on the Bay and Alcatraz!
✅ Wonderful highly recommend 5* hotel.
✅ All apartment accommodations only.
Built above the bustling Ghirardelli Square, The Fairmont Heritage Place offers luxury apartment options (with options for bay views) in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf. The two types of Bay view rooms are:
- One bedroom apartment with Bay view (up to 4 people)
- Two bedroom apartment with Bay view (between 4-6 people)
There are also large public outdoor sweeping terraces with fire pits to sit out on and enjoy the beautiful panoramic Bay views.
Amazing hotel , just above Ghirardelli square Suite is huge with all needed facilities Everything is in high standard We upgraded for bay view Great views and huge balcony. We enjoyed every minute. Highly recommended.
SH2000, ISRAEL, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE WATERFRONT
4. FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SAN FRANCISCO AT EMBARCADERO
Approx. $800-$3000 per night for Bay view room
💡 Select “Corner King Suite with Bay View” for the BEST view on offer at this hotel.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Large panoramic views offered in most rooms, varying from Skyline, Bay and Bridge views.
The Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco At Embarcadero is an impeccable 5* luxury hotel with outstanding reviews. Located in the Business District of Embarcadero, the majority of this hotel’s rooms offer views of San Francisco ranging from city skyline, Bay and even Golden Gate Bridge views!
In our opinion, the room with the best view here is the “Corner King Suite with Bay View”.
Room service was solid. The views were amazing. Decor was impeccable and cleanliness helped me relax immediately.
DEBORAH, UNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
Driving through San Francisco isn’t easy. Getting to the Four Seasons Embarcadero is easy to do. Make sure you don’t accidentally go to the other Four Seasons also in San Francisco because it’s not easy to get to as it was to the Embarcadero location in the Business District. Everything was top notch at the hotel. Paying extra for the views is worth it. Seriously, never turned on the television while there.
WILLIAM, UNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE WATERFRONT
5. 1 HOTEL SAN FRANCISCO
Approx. $850-$2000 per night for Waterfront view room
💡 Select “Panoramic Waterfront Suite“, “Waterfront Two Queen” or “Bay Bridge King” for rooms with views.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Beautifully decorated hotel with sustainably sourced timber features.
✅ Good location overlooking Embarcadero waterfront and walking distance from Oracle Park.
The modern 1 Hotel San Francisco perfectly located overlooking the Embarcadero waterfront. The hotel boasts spacious, state of the art rooms plus on-site spa and wellness, fitness centres, restaurants and a bar.
There are three types of waterfront view rooms on offer are:
- Bay Bridge King (up to 3 people)
- Panoramic Waterfront Suite (up to 3 people) ** best views
- Waterfront Two Queen (up to 4 people)
The location was the best part! Not only did we have a gorgeous view of the Bay bridge, but being so close to the ferry was a huge bonus!
PHARR, UNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
6. FAIRMONT SAN FRANCISCO
Approx. $300-$1200 per night for room with a view (to split between 2 to 4 people)
💡 Select “Signature King Room with Bay View“, “Signature Suite with Bay View and Sofa Bed” or “Suite with Balcony” for the rooms with the best views.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Large panoramic views offered in most rooms, varying from Skyline, Bay and Bridge views.
There are three types of waterfront view rooms on offer are:
- Signature King Room with Bay View
- Signature Suite with Bay View and Sofa Bed
- Suite with Balcony
Magical, in every aspect. Fairmont Staff, Thank you kindly for all that you have done for us, we have created memories to last forever because of your kindness.
rami, UNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
7. HARBOR COURT HOTEL
Approx. $300-$600 per night
💡 Select “King Room with Bay View” or “Queen Room with Bay View” for the room with the best views.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
Very welcoming friendly staff, recently revamped shared areas and room. Lovely touch to have complimentary continental breakfast and also happy hour! Really good, safe location – with good restaurants nearby. Very comfortable rooms, and a fabulous view of the bay!
CAROLINE, uNITED KINGDOM, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
8. KIMPTON HOTEL ENSO, FISHERMAN’S WHARF
Approx. $300-$400 per night (to split between 2 people)
💡 Select “Essential King Room with City View“.
💡 Select “Essential Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and City View“.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Great central location in Fisherman’s Wharf.
The hotel is really as close to perfect as I can imagine. The staff were welcoming, competent, and helpful. The building is spotlessly clean, the rooms are absolutely gorgeous (most with a view) the elevators are fast, and IHG allows pets. Could not have asked for a more pleasant stay in a more wonderful neighborhood.
TOM, uNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
9. THE LINE HOTEL
Approx. $600-$1000 per night (to split between 2 people)
💡 Select “Junior Suite” or “King Suite” for the best views in the hotel.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Brand new modern hotel, built in 2022.
✅ Private parking available.
✅ Fitness centre & restaurant on-site.
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
10. LUMA Hotel San Francisco – #1 Hottest New Hotel in the US
Approx. $500-$600 per night (to split between 2 to 4 people)
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
✅ Known as the #1 Hottest New Hotel in the US!
✅ Impeccable, futuristic service. Dubbed by previous visitors as the hotel of the future.
✅ Premium Rooms and above have high city views. Request high level room on booking notes.
✅ Wonderful rooftop bar for all to enjoy amazing panoramic views.
I am so impressed with this hotel! Firstly, the staff is so on top of it, and so friendly! The room is super modern, incredibly comfortable and state of the art! windows are controlled by remote, air con systems work really well, TV is great! The toiletries are FANTASTIC! Everything is Etro, so couldn’t be more premium! If you need any thing from housekeeping, they literally deliver it BY ROBOT! I was blown away when the Luma Robot delivered extra shampoo for me! The rooftop bar is a MUST! amazing drinks, stellar views
TANIA, uNITED KINGDOM, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
11. THE ST REGIS SAN FRANCISCO
Approx. $800-$1900 per night
💡 Select “Executive Premier Room“, “Astor Room” or “Metropolitan Suite” for the rooms with the best views.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
staff was so sweet and polite t/o our entire stay, food was great, room had a beautiful view of the city.
LINSEY, uNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
12. SAN FRANCISCO MARRIOTT MARQUIS UNION SQUARE
Approx. $250-$600 per night
💡 For city views, select “King Room with City View“, “Executive Suite with City View“, “Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and City View” or “One-Bedroom King Suite with City View“.
💡 The on-site restaurant and View Bar on 30th Floor have amazing panoramic city views!
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
The rooms are modern and clean and I loved the on-site dining and bars. The View Bar has one the best city views I have ever seen, which made my experience ambient and special. Staff is very attentive, too.
Jaclyn, uNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
13. THE CLIFT ROYAL SONESTA SAN FRANCISCO
Approx. $400-$650 per night
💡 Select “King Room with City View” for the room with the best views at The Clift.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
Beautiful, large room with a fantastic city view! I loved the decor of the hotel and the room – chic and minimal but super comfortable. As was the bed! Loved it. The hotel itself was in a great location near to Union Square and mere steps away from loads of great places to eat. We felt safe and secure here, even with rougher areas of the city a few blocks away. Staff were friendly and welcoming. A very enjoyable stay with no complaints!
JORDAN, uNITED KINGDOM, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
14. GRAND HYATT SAN FRANCISCO UNION SQUARE
Approx. $300-$600 per night
💡 For city views, select “King Room with City View“, “Executive Suite with City View” or “Double Room with Two Double Beds with City View“. Request higher level rooms.
💡 For Bay views (including Coit Tower), select “King Room with Bay View” or “Double Room with Two Double Beds and Bay View“. Request higher level rooms.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
The view was wicked. We were on the 32nd floor and could see loads of SF.
ESME, uNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
SAN FRANCISCO HOTELS WITH A VIEW OF THE CITY
15. THE CLANCY, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
Approx. $250 per night
💡 Select “Guest room with king bed, city view – High Floor” for a room with a view at The Clancy.
✅ Reserve on Booking.com with free cancellation!
Comfortable rooms with great views. Lots of beautifully decorated common spaces. Nice small gym. Helpful staff. Convenient location within walking distance to Market St, Embarcadero and more.
MATTHEW, uNITED STATES, BOOKING.COM REVIEW
CONCLUSION: THE BEST HOTELS IN SAN FRANCISCO WITH A VIEW
To conclude, the hotspots to find the best hotels in San Francisco with a view are:
- Fisherman’s Wharf (Bay views)
- Embarcardo, East San Francisco (Bay / City views)
- Union Square (City views)
Our top recommendations are to step just out of San Francisco city to Cavallo Point for magical Golden Gate Bridge views, embrace the salty sea air and nautical charm of Argonaut Hotel at Fisherman’s Wharf or opt for luxury at The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square.
We hope you have an amazing time soaks in all the views of San Francisco!
This blog post was written by Jordie Flain!
Founder of TheFlainsTravel.com
A travel-obsessed Sagittarius creating honest, easy-to-follow guides. Powered by tea, chocolate and a slightly concerning amount of tomato ketchup.
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