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This motel is located in San Francisco's Marina District, minutes from Fisherman's Wharf and other attractions. The motel offers free on-site parking.

Lombard Plaza Motel is near the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. The shops and restaurants of Chestnut Street are also close by.

Staff are very helpful. 2 thumbs up for Shreya! She helped us retrieve our shopping bag which we left at the outlet stores Location is great! Very near Fisherman's Wharf and walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops. Plus, bus stop is just 100m away! You can go to practically everywhere. Just check your destination and you will know what bus number you will be boarding.

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8
Very good
1,313 reviews
Price from
US$144.09
per night

Located in the San Francisco's Marina District, this motel is 15 minutes' walk to the Palace of Fine Arts and a minutes' walk to popular shops, restaurants and bars on Union Street. FREE Guest Limited Parking on FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Basis and FREE WiFi are included in all rooms.

Beautiful renovated room with new fittings. Clean and large shower. Comfortable bed. Good quality tv

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8.1
Very good
2,342 reviews
Price from
US$159.64
per night

Less 1 minutes’ walk from the Presidio National Recreation Area in a peaceful area of San Francisco, Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco features views of Central San Francisco. It offers rooms with free WiFi and serves a daily free breakfast.

Each guest room at this motel features a refrigerator and an in-room coffee machine. Guest rooms include a cable TV with HBO film channels.

Very good location, clean rooms. Staff was very kind and helpful.

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8.1
Very good
1,051 reviews
Price from
US$162.59
per night

Located off the famous Lombard Street, this motel offers rooms with free WiFi. It is less than 2 miles from Fishermans Wharf. Free on-site car parking is available.

Rooms at Motel Marina are fitted with wooden furniture and framed artwork, and equipped with flat-screen TVs. Rooms with self-catering kitchen facilities are available.

Breakfast was not included but there was a microwave,fridge and coffee maker so we were able to do breakfast. There was a grocery store two mins away. V helpful staff and lovely courtyard with a garage for each guest.

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8.3
Very good
862 reviews
Price from
US$193.74
per night

This hotel is located on Lombard Street in San Francisco and is one mile from Fisherman’s Wharf. The hotel features free parking and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

La Casa Inn rooms include a refrigerator and cable TV. The rooms also feature private bathrooms.

We absolutely loved La Casa Inn! It was our first time staying in a motel, so we didn't know what to expect, but the property really exceeded our expectations! The rooms were beautifully decorated and very modern. They were spacious and the bed was super comfortable. Our room had a huge TV with lots of channels to choose from - we stayed in December so we were able to watch Christmas movies on the TV. La Casa Inn is also in a great location, about 10-15 minute walk to Fisherman's Wharf and it's very close to lots of bus routes which will bring you all around the city!

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8.5
Very good
753 reviews
Price from
US$148.43
per night

Located 2 miles from Fisherman’s Wharf and Chinatown, this San Francisco motel offers city tour tickets at the front desk. Guest rooms include a microwave, a refrigerator and free WiFi.

The Golden Gate Bridge is 3 miles from Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District. San Francisco International Airport is 16 miles from the motel.

nice place to stay in the hearth of san francisco. very comfy and clean place, nice staff, good internet connection.

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8.2
Very good
153 reviews
Price from
US$135.94
per night

Beck's Motor Lodge is ideally located only moments from the city's historic cable car lines, offering direct access to Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square. Dolores Park and San Francisco’s Mission District are just 15 minutes’ walk away from this motel. A number of antique shops, cafes and unique stores are located in the neighbourhood.

It is a safe neighborhood, considering that it is San Francisco. The stairs that lead to the rooms can be accessed only with key cards, so it feels safe. We asked for a microwave, and they gave us one. There is a safe, coffee machine and a mini fridge in the room. Parking is free and there was always enough space to park. They have a nice deck to sit on and fabulous coffee house (Peet's) across the street. The same coffee capsules are also provided in the room. The beds are comfortable and the toiletries nice.

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8.4
Very good
870 reviews
Price from
US$240.52
per night

Centrally located between Van Ness Avenue and San Francisco’s stylish Russian Hill, Castle Inn is just 1.6 km from Chinatown, North Beach and Fisherman’s Wharf. All rooms offer free WiFi. Free guest parking is provided.

The iconic Palace of Fine Arts is 3 km from Castle Inn. Golden Gate Park is 8 km away. The Powell/Hyde cable car line is 3 minutes’ walk from the motel.

Perfect position in a nice and quite neighborhood. Emily, the owner/employee was very nice and gave us good hints. Very close to all the main attractions and very good restaurants and stores are in walking distance.

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8.2
Very good
329 reviews
Price from
US$180.32
per night

Situated on the famous “crooked” Lombard Street and just 6.4 km from the Golden Gate Bridge, Francisco Bay Inn provides free guest parking.

Offering free WiFi, guest rooms feature a cable TV with HBO film channels, a microwave, a fridge and tea and coffee-making facilities.

We liked the location on Lombard, near Van Ness. We had a very pleasant stay. On the 4th floor you can see the GGB, the room was big enough for a couple and a kid and the room and the bathroom were very clean. One of our best stays in California! I recommend the place and I would come back without any hesitation if I had to visit San Francisco again! The head is very available and compliant : we could have a 1h-earlier check-in to avoid leaving our luggage in the car when parked and this is very nice. Thank you and go on this way!

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8.2
Very good
244 reviews
Price from
US$138.34
per night

This San Francisco motel is 10 minutes' drive from Fisherman's Wharf. The motel offers free on-site parking and guest rooms with free WiFi.

The Golden Gate Bridge is 5 minutes' drive from the San Francisco Surf Motel. The Financial District is 3 miles away.

Great value for the money, the rooms were clean, the fridge and microwave were appreciated and the staff were all friendly. The location is amazing, just a 10 min walk to the ocean with a view of alcatraz and the golden gate bridge, lots of restaurants and bars in the area and the hotel is always easy to find and the free parking is a huge plus in San Francisco! We would happily stay here again!

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6.5
Review score
1,815 reviews
Price from
US$103.72
per night

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  • La Casa Inn
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 753 reviews

    This hotel is located on Lombard Street in San Francisco and is one mile from Fisherman’s Wharf. The hotel features free parking and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Everything - the stuff, service, room, location. Great place.

  • Beck's Motor Lodge
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 870 reviews

    The colorful Castro District in San Francisco is home to this charming motel, nestled on a tree-lined street near local attractions. Free WiFi and free parking are included.

    We loved this place so much, clean comfy and stylish!

  • Marina Motel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 862 reviews

    Located off the famous Lombard Street, this motel offers rooms with free WiFi. It is less than 2 miles from Fishermans Wharf. Free on-site car parking is available.

    Private, clean and comfy beds.Bus stop at the door, many restaurants close by

  • Castle Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 329 reviews

    Centrally located between Van Ness Avenue and San Francisco’s stylish Russian Hill, Castle Inn is just 1.6 km from Chinatown, North Beach and Fisherman’s Wharf. All rooms offer free WiFi.

    Clean and comfortable, greatly located, parking included.

  • Francisco Bay Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 243 reviews

    Situated on the famous “crooked” Lombard Street and just 6.4 km from the Golden Gate Bridge, Francisco Bay Inn provides free guest parking.

    cosy and safe neigborhood. the room was clean and big.

  • Signature Inn San Francisco Marina District
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 153 reviews

    Located 2 miles from Fisherman’s Wharf and Chinatown, this San Francisco motel offers city tour tickets at the front desk. Guest rooms include a microwave, a refrigerator and free WiFi.

    Decent location, nice staff. Sufficient for our stay

  • Greenwich Inn
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,342 reviews

    Located in the San Francisco's Marina District, this motel is 15 minutes' walk to the Palace of Fine Arts and a minutes' walk to popular shops, restaurants and bars on Union Street.

    Super friendly and helpful staff, good value for your money!

  • Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,051 reviews

    Less 1 minutes’ walk from the Presidio National Recreation Area in a peaceful area of San Francisco, Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco features views of Central San Francisco.

    Very close to the Golden Bridge and other tourist attractions

  • Lombard Plaza Motel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,313 reviews

    This motel is located in San Francisco's Marina District, minutes from Fisherman's Wharf and other attractions. The motel offers free on-site parking.

    That's so adorable Motel😊 and staff so kind 😍☺️

  • Inn on Broadway
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,829 reviews

    Conveniently located on Van Ness and Broadway in San Francisco, Inn on Broadway features guest rooms with free WiFi. Free guest parking is provided. The Golden Gate Bridge is 10 minutes’ drive away.

    The rooms were spacious and very clean. Comfy beds.

  • Pacific Heights Inn
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 460 reviews

    This San Francisco hotel on Union Street is 1.6 km from Fisherman’s Wharf. Pacific Heights Inn offers guests a free parking and free WiFi in every room.

    we always choose the Pacific Heights when in San Francisco

  • Nob Hill Motor Inn -Newly Updated Rooms!
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 64 reviews

    Located in the popular Nob Hill neighbourhood, this hotel places guests within walking distance to Fisherman's Wharf, Lombard Street and a number of restaurants and shops.

    Great location, big room with very comfortable bed!

  • Geary Parkway Motel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 702 reviews

    Discover San Francisco away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy this unique haven that's walking distance from Golden Gate Park and our Japanese Tea Garden.

    Nice room with good beds Bathroom good Bus stops nearby

  • Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,291 reviews

    Less than 1.6 km away from Fisherman's Wharf and offering easy access to popular San Francisco city centre attractions, this conveniently located motel features a 24-hour multi-lingual front desk.

    good location, good for the price, ice and water machine

  • The SeaScape Inn
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 550 reviews

    Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, The SeaScape Inn offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Offering public transportation to downtown San Francisco, The Judah BART Station is located outside the hotel.

    close to the beach and to the tram line, spacious room.

  • Motel Capri
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,349 reviews

    Discover San Francisco away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy this unique haven that's walking distance from Golden Gate Park and our Japanese Tea Garden.

    breakfast was simple but adequate. Bed was great!!

  • Presidio Parkway Inn
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 483 reviews

    Nestled in San Francisco's Marina District, at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge, this motel offers rooms with free WiFi.

    Clean good Location good Price good Parking good 😊

  • SOMA Park Inn
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 445 reviews

    Situated in San Francisco's South of Market district, SOMA Park Inn is a completely non-smoking motel offering rooms with free WiFi.

    Great price, clean, next to BART station and the city centre.

  • Inn at Golden Gate
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 685 reviews

    Nestled adjacent to San Francisco’s Presidio, this motel offers comfortable affordable rooms with free WiFi. The Palace of Fine Arts is just 10 minutes’ walk away.

    Cómodo, fácil de llegar, estacionamiento, silencioso.

  • The Wharf Inn
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,520 reviews

    Located 5 minutes’ walk away from the shops and restaurants of Fisherman's Wharf, The Wharf Inn offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

    The location and the fact that it has free parking.

  • Mirage Inn & Suites
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 447 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Mirage Inn & Suites offers accommodation in San Francisco. Free private parking is available on site.

    Location was great, recently remodeled. Good beds!

  • Union Hotel
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 638 reviews

    Union Hotel is located in San Francisco, less than 1 km away from Dolores Park and 1.7 km away from San Francisco City Hall.

    clean and safe. Personal was helpful. Bart at the door

  • Civic Center Motor Inn
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 736 reviews

    This centrally located motel is 1.6 km away from San Francisco’s vibrant Union Square. Guest rooms include free WiFi. An outdoor swimming pool is offered to guests of this motel.

    It was very clean and within walking distance of BART.

  • Bay Bridge Inn San Francisco
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 429 reviews

    Centrally located in San Francisco’s South of Market District (SoMa), this convenient motel offers guest rooms with free WiFi.

    Location, easy access, clean. The staff is wonderful!

  • Travelodge by Wyndham by Fisherman's Wharf
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 622 reviews

    This San Francisco motel is located in the tourist district and is 3 blocks from Fisherman’s Wharf. It offers tour information and each room provides free WiFi.

    the property was just what we needed, it was great.

  • Surf Motel
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,815 reviews

    This San Francisco motel is 10 minutes' drive from Fisherman's Wharf. The motel offers free on-site parking and guest rooms with free WiFi.

    perfect location friendly staff good sized rooms

  • Economy Inn
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 286 reviews

    Located just 300 metres away from Presidio National Park, this hotel offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Free guest parking is available. San Francisco's iconic Golden Gate Bridge is just 3 km away.

    Very good location in SF, friendly staff and good wifi

  • Town House Motel
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,401 reviews

    Highly rates as Centrally Located Motel by customers. Town House Motel is situated in San Francisco's lively Marina District, offers a convenient location for exploring the city.

    location good. no breakfast why the question ? room ok

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Motels that guests love in San Francisco

  • Avg. price/night: US$208.09
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,829 reviews
    The location is wonderful. The motel is located on the road but traffic was not heard at all. There is an elevator and big comfortable parking. Actually there are 2 parkings. The room has coffee maker, 2 chairs, TV set, modern renovation, comfortable beds.
    Viktoriia
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$102.75
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,401 reviews
    Free toiletries, easy free parking , reception guy was friendly. On the big bus route with stop virtually outside the motel. Decent area , felt safe at night, clean exterior , cleaner tidied room everyday
    Stuart
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$294.04
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 753 reviews
    There are two essential things when staying in SanFran - free parking spot and good location. La Casa Inn has both and it's also really good value for money! You can tell that the hotel is renovated and new. We felt safe here and it was also walking distance from famous SF spots - and if you do not want to walk, you can make it yourself easier with scooters (of course, drive responsibly on the road) which were always nearby.
    Jan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$208.09
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,829 reviews
    Honestly the motel is great, it is well located, there are all the equipments you need plus free parking. The rooms have been renovated to a great standard, personnel is very nice. I would definitely recommend this motel and would defo go back, it is very much price for money.
    Amélie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$103.72
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,815 reviews
    Basic and clean motel with everything I needed, room had fridge, free parking, very good location on Lombard Street, area felt safe and clean unlike other places in SF. Mel's Drive-In is very close, plenty of bars and local shops around, Bay is 10 minutes walking. Would definitely stay there again.
    Miran
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$197.19
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,452 reviews
    This small motel is very good for what it is, that is if you're searching for reasonably priced accommodation with free parking in an expensive city, this is a very good option. While there's no pool, restaurant, etc, everything there is worked great for us.
    Lars Thorup
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$260.66
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,968 reviews
    A very comfortable motel in a great location on Columbus Avenue at the Fishermans Wharf end, with free parking included in the price.
    Donald
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$294.04
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 753 reviews
    Beautiful and newly renovated, with fridge and microwave. Very clean and nice room. Central location just off Lombard Street and with free parking. Would definitely come back👍 Really a good place to stay 🙂One of the best places we stayed 🙂 The outside of the motel is not renovated yet, but the inside is just fine, so don't let that mislead you in a booking 🙂
    O
    Oliver
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$311.69
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,115 reviews
    There are so many hotels or motel nearby that offer free parking
    CheeBoon
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$204.64
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,313 reviews
    The motel is a standard motor lodge type of motel. It's not fancy, but it is right in the Marina and includes free parking, which was a top priority for us as we were traveling by car. Our king room was comfortable and had a microwave and refrigerator. It wasn't luxurious, but it was clean and seems to have been refurbished within the past few years. We loved being walking distance to Chestnut Street and Union Street with all the shops and restaurants.
    Polly
    Young couple

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