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White Swan Inn

White Swan Inn

845 Bush St, San Francisco
3.5 out of 5.0
4.5 out of 5 (303 reviews)
Charming getaway with excellent hospitality We loved our stay at the White Swan! Check-in and valet parking was quick and easy. Overall the hotel is charming vintage thoughtfully enhanced with all modern amenities, plus hospitality to boot. We felt very welcome. Breakfast with real food was included as well as Coffee/tea/water and cookies ...
  May 29, 2017

$199

$199
Landis Shores Oceanfront Inn

Landis Shores Oceanfront Inn

211 Mirada Road, Half Moon Bay
3.5 out of 5.0
4.9 out of 5 (13 reviews)
AMAZING!!!!Most beautiful relaxing place to stay. So comfortable and perfect in every aspect. Just a few feet away from the water so it's perfect to go during whale season and spot a few from the balcony. Will definitely be back. EVERYTHING inside the room was also very nice. So many accommodations that go ...
  May 1, 2017

$298

$298
Inn At Union Square

Inn At Union Square

440 Post St, San Francisco
3.5 out of 5.0
4.6 out of 5 (422 reviews)
So much to like- exceeded expectationsThis is a small, private, boutique hotel. we stayed for 3 nights on a short holiday to SF. Never been to SF before, so we were pleasantly surprised at the excellent location of the hotel- right next to Union Sq, which is the centre of downtown SF. We arrived earlier than check-in time but staff stored ...
  Jun 14, 2017

$259

$259
Harbor Court Hotel

Harbor Court Hotel

165 Steuart St, San Francisco
3.5 out of 5.0
4.2 out of 5 (529 reviews)
great locationThis hotel is right opposite the bay bridge and Pier 14 right on the Embarcadero so is perfect for those who like to walk or bike around, close to the downtown and a great selection of bars, restaurants ,attractions etc along the waterfront. the rooms here are quite small but comfortable and oddly ...
  Jun 7, 2017

$135

$135
Marriott Courtyard San Francisco Downtown

Marriott Courtyard San Francisco Downtown

299 2nd St, San Francisco
3.0 out of 5.0
4.3 out of 5 (535 reviews)
Great stay overall. Some noise from construction/air con/fridge but not unreasonable.
  Jun 13, 2017

$188

$188
The Donatello Hotel

The Donatello Hotel

501 Post St, San Francisco
3.5 out of 5.0
4.4 out of 5 (623 reviews)
Nice hotel close to activitiesWe enjoyed a fun 4 days in the city at this hotel.
  Jun 11, 2017

$199

$199
Hotel Abri - Union Square

Hotel Abri - Union Square

127 Ellis Street, San Francisco
3.5 out of 5.0
4.2 out of 5 (816 reviews)
Great location. Nice room, and loved the welcome bag. Terrible food in the attached restaurant, and sad breakfast bag. Only available until 8 am. While on vacation, not heading to the lobby before 8 am.
  Jun 10, 2017

$183

$183
Seal Cove Inn

Seal Cove Inn

221 Cypress Ave, Moss Beach
3.5 out of 5.0
4.8 out of 5 (44 reviews)
Stay was OK but not as before. Now more midern. Non carpeted floors. Trouble with our electronic room door lock. Single staff person overloaded with multiple guests
  Apr 24, 2017

$325

$325
The Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay

The Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay

4100 Cabrillo Hwy N, Half Moon Bay
3.5 out of 5.0
4.6 out of 5 (168 reviews)
Awesome place!We loved the place. We would love to come back and stay longer maybe a week. The staff was very nice and the room was spotless. Loved it!
  May 31, 2017

$285

$285
Inn At Oyster Point

Inn At Oyster Point

425 Marina Blvd, South San Francisco
3.5 out of 5.0
4.5 out of 5 (226 reviews)
Great hotel, on the beach!My husband and I stayed here for one night and loved it. Upon check-in, we were greeted with a warm welcome, cheese and crackers, and wine. Check-in was easy and we were escorted via golf cart to our room. We'd requested an ocean-front room and it was lovely. Right on the beach, overlooking the surf ...
  May 22, 2017

$179

$179
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