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Nantucket Whale Inn

Nantucket Whale Inn

Nantucket Whale Inn
3.5 star property
South Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (342)
"Clean room, great location, walking distance to everything."
United States
Tobey
$155 nightly
The price is $181
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Nantucket Whale Inn
Exterior
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
10.6 mi from South Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2026)
"Comfortable room, welcome glass of wine, easy shuttle to and from airport, friendly staff."
United States
Carole
$128 nightly
The price is $148
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
The Westin San Francisco Airport
Breakfast and dinner served
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
4.0 star property
15.1 mi from South Downtown
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1329)
"Great location, clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Rubia
$86 nightly
The price is $102
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport North Bayfront
Lobby
Hotel 1550

Hotel 1550

Hotel 1550
3.5 star property
10.8 mi from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1047)
"Great front desk experience, nice room and very convenient to the airport. "
United States
Elmaz
$106 nightly
The price is $122
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel 1550
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Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport

Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.0 star property
10.5 mi from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2241)
"All good, friendly staff, spotless room. "
United States
Michael
$100 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Building design
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO
2.5 star property
11.5 mi from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2588)
"Great room loved the type of hotel."
United States
Eugenia
$95 nightly
The price is $110
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Aluxor SFO
Courtyard
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
4.0 star property
10.3 mi from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2751)
"Nice airport hotel…staff was great, breakfast was amazing "
United States
Lynne
$93 nightly
The price is $106
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel

LiA Hotel
2.5 star property
10.1 mi from South Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Clean room, personable staff and good value for the room rate"
United States
Craig
$75 nightly
The price is $86
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Total with taxes and fees
LiA Hotel
Garden
Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South

Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South

Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South
3.0 star property
10.5 mi from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Very clean, nicely appointed and spacious room. Although things were a bit noisy due to the proximity of the runways and airport movement areas, enjoyed the stay. Free breakfast was average."
United States
Aloke
$98 nightly
The price is $111
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites San Francisco-Burlingame-Airport South
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SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3.0 star property
10.6 mi from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2964)
"Rooms were very clean and the check in and check out was very quick. "
United States
Jacobo
$96 nightly
The price is $111
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
Lobby
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
2.5 star property
10.3 mi from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1251)
"Good place to stay, clean and good breakfast."
United States
Xiaohong
$97 nightly
The price is $111
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
Two Queens Deluxe Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City

Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
2.5 star property
11 mi from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1524)
"Just a nice stay"
United States
Francisco
$85 nightly
The price is $96
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Good Nite Inn - Redwood City
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
4.0 star property
10.2 mi from South Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1370)
"Great location and staff"
United States
Ernest Dean
$106 nightly
The price is $120
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Outdoor banquet area
The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn

The Palo Alto Inn
3.0 star property
17.3 mi from South Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (978)
"Great stay! Thanks!"
United States
Michael
$69 nightly
The price is $80
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Palo Alto Inn
Bar (on property)
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
12.9 mi from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1704)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Florence
$95 nightly
The price is $112
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel
Deluxe Double Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport

Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
2.5 star property
11.1 mi from South Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (694)
"Great stay! "
United States
Mahesh Chander
$79 nightly
The price is $91
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Ritz Inn San Francisco SFO Airport
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City

Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
2.0 star property
10.1 mi from South Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2319)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Olivet
$77 nightly
The price is $88
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Belmont, CA - San Francisco - Redwood City
Sports facility
Hyatt Centric Mountain View

Hyatt Centric Mountain View

Hyatt Centric Mountain View
4.0 star property
17.9 mi from South Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (712)
"We always stay at this location when visiting family. It is clean, comfortable, and the staff is always so welcoming. The rooms are good size too!"
United States
Shirell
$139 nightly
The price is $153
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Centric Mountain View
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Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge
3.0 star property
Ocean Colony, 1.7 mi from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1085)
"Always great staff here, nice rooms, nice jacuzzi "
United States
Pamela
$123 nightly
The price is $145
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Half Moon Bay Lodge
Lobby
Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
3.0 star property
11.1 mi from South Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2559)
"Clean, quiet, close to the airport."
United States
RICHARD
$110 nightly
The price is $125
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Aura SFO
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Where to stay in South Downtown

Find the best South Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

El Granada

Located 25 miles south of San Francisco, this coastal village boasts a unique concentric-circular street layout designed by architect Daniel Burnham. Accessible via State Route 1, it's nestled between Montara, Moss Beach, and Half Moon Bay.

Princeton

Princeton might not have many top sights, but Capistrano Road Beach and Pillar Point Harbor are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Alsace Lorraine

While Alsace Lorraine might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Half Moon Bay State Beach and Francis Beach.

Arleta Park

When in Arleta Park, you can plan a visit to Half Moon Bay State Beach and Poplar Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ocean Colony

While visiting Ocean Colony, you might make a stop by sights like Half Moon Bay Golf Links and Pelican Point Beach.

Top South Downtown Hotel Reviews

Hotel Aluxor SFO

Hotel Aluxor SFO

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and nice staff"
FREDERICK 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Hotel Aluxor SFO

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South Downtown?
Travelers to Half Moon Bay's South Downtown neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in South Downtown?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Nantucket Whale Inn is the highest ranked property in South Downtown. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking.
How many hotels should I expect to find in South Downtown?
When you want to find places to stay in Half Moon Bay, start by booking one of Expedia's 5 hotels and other accommodations in South Downtown.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in South Downtown.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Downtown?
For more details about updating your trip to South Downtown or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Half Moon Bay neighborhood?
Poplar Beach, Half Moon Bay State Beach, and Francis Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Downtown. Redondo Beach and Elmar Beach are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Half Moon Bay.