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Discover well-known properties in San Francisco that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 123 hotels in San Francisco and price data was last updated on 30 April 2026. The average price for a hotel in San Francisco is £149/night.
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1353 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Music City Hotel - Home of the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame is situated in San Francisco and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.9
Good
1741 reviews
Location
1.1 mi from city centre
351 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Boasting free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a sauna, Handlery Union Square Hotel offers stylish, hip and chic rooms. It also provides private parking on site and Mission Dolores San Francisco and Pier 39 are a 10-minute drive away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
5428 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
433 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Located in San Francisco, Chancellor Hotel On Union Square is a short drive from Mission Dolores San Francisco and Golden Gate Park. It provides guests with an ideal base with Powell Street Station only a 10-minute stroll away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
6055 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
1500 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Situated in San Francisco, Hotel Majestic provides hip 3-star accommodation, as well as free Wi-Fi. It is ideally positioned for guests wishing to discover the area's attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2355 reviews
Location
1.4 mi from city centre
2162 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Situated under a 10-minute stroll from Castro Street Station, Perramont Hotel provides guests with an ideal base when in San Francisco. It is also a brief car ride from University of San Francisco and Civic Center Plaza.
Free Wi-Fi
7.2
Good
361 reviews
Location
1.8 mi from city centre
753 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Located in San Francisco, Grant Hotel is within easy reach of Mission Dolores San Francisco and Golden Gate Park. It provides guests with a convenient base with Powell Street Station only a 10-minute walk away.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.2
Excellent
4388 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
54 4th Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Situated in San Francisco, The Mosser is an easy drive from Pier 39 and Golden Gate Park. It also offers free Wi-Fi and a gym.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.5
Good
3289 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
1075 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States
Situated within walking distance of The Embarcadero & Stockton St, Columbus Motor Inn offers guests an ideal base while in San Francisco. It also provides free wireless internet to all guests during their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
2729 reviews
Location
1.8 mi from city centre
424 Clay Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
This San Francisco hotel is situated within a 10-minute walk of Salesforce Transit Center. It is conveniently located for guests wishing to sightsee in the area.
Free Wi-Fi
8.1
Excellent
5339 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
2500 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Providing a restaurant, bar and outdoor swimming pool, Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf is just a five-minute stroll from The Embarcadero & Stockton St. The numerous amenities this beachfront hotel offers include a coffee bar, free Wi-Fi and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
11303 reviews
Location
2.0 mi from city centre

HotelsCombined’s insights for budget hotels in San Francisco

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next budget hotel in San Francisco.

Which month has the lowest rates for budget hotels in San Francisco?

November is the cheapest month to book a budget hotel in San Francisco, with average nightly rates around £76. Prices are highest in May, when rates rise to about £260 per night.

What day of the week has the lowest rates for San Francisco budget hotels?

Budget hotels in San Francisco are most affordable on Tuesdays, with average nightly rates around £70. Mondays are usually the most expensive, averaging £200 per night.

How much is a budget hotel in San Francisco tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in San Francisco tonight starting as low as £99, rising to an average cost of £396, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from £222 for a 4-star budget hotel in San Francisco for tonight.

How much is a San Francisco budget hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for budget hotels in San Francisco this weekend for as little as £84/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as £49/night. For a 4-star budget hotel in San Francisco, the cheapest rate recently found was £111/night for this weekend.

What’s the recommended booking timeframe for San Francisco budget hotels?

For the best rates, it's recommended to book your San Francisco budget hotel at least 90 days before your stay.

Top-rated Budget hotels in San Francisco

Browse through properties in San Francisco that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 123 properties in San Francisco and data was last updated on 30 April 2026.
Our users rated these hotels as some of the best places to stay in San Francisco. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
440 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£99
Avg. per night
1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£114
Avg. per night
250 4th Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£140
Avg. per night
466 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£126
Avg. per night
2190 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£96
Avg. per night
940 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£68
Avg. per night
72 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£121
Avg. per night
1901 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£135
Avg. per night
222 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£382
Avg. per night
191 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
£125
Avg. per night
2237 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£72
Avg. per night
580 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£145
Avg. per night
2620 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£161
Avg. per night
480 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
£151
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Francisco

Discover the ideal theme hotel, holiday rental or hostel for your stay in San Francisco. There are 1,134 properties in San Francisco and price data was last updated on 30 April 2026.
351 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£94
Avg. per night
975 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£77
Avg. per night
433 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£88
Avg. per night
1630 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
£88
Avg. per night
890 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£161
Avg. per night
761 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£21
Avg. per night
494 Broadway Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£56
Avg. per night
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£34
Avg. per night

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San Francisco Budget hotels - FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in San Francisco to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2026.
  • Can you book a 5-star budget hotels in San Francisco?

    If you're looking to make your San Francisco stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated budget hotels are The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco (£351/night) and Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero (£382/night).

  • How many budget hotels are there in total in San Francisco?

    There are 123 San Francisco budget hotels available out of a total 1,134 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

  • Which are the most popular San Francisco budget hotels?

    HotelsCombined users’ favourite budget hotels in San Francisco are The Mosser, Nob Hill Motor Inn, and Warwick San Francisco. With a rating of 8.8/10, Warwick San Francisco is the highest-rated hotel.

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