The East Side Travel Guide
San Francisco
Visit The East Side
Stay near popular The East Side attractions
Things to do
San Francisco: One day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour
San Francisco 1 Day Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
San Francisco’s only Full city 2 Day Hop on Hop off Bus tour
San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour
The Escape Game San Francisco: Epic 60-Minute Adventures Downtown
Top hotels in The East Side
Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco Arpt North
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
"Room was bigger than expected. Atrium can be loud in morning for breakfast and even with loud children, did not hear them from the bedroom side of my room. Breakfast buffet was decent, get omelette or other fresh egg styles from the made to order station. Good amenities, well maintained. Front desk ..."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
"The hotel was in an excellent location, with plenty of restaurants and food options within walking distance, which made everything very convenient. The hotel was clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making our stay even more enjoyable. Overall, it was a great ..."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
"Awesome location within easy walking distance to Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39 and Pier 33 (Alcatraz ferry). Comfy spacious rooms. Secure underground parking. Buffett breakfast was fantastic…lots of choices, good quality food, and they moved a lot of people through in a short period of time! Nice pool ..."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
"Stay was good."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026
FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill
"Best hotel I’ve stayed for my trip."
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026
Where to stay in The East Side
Union Square
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Union Square. Check out top attractions like Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators and Union Square, and jump on the metro at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop or Powell St & Post St Stop to see more of the city.
Downtown San Francisco
Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and Chase Center are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.
Fisherman's Wharf
Travellers love Fisherman's Wharf for its popular shops, and you can see more of San Francisco by jumping on the metro at Jones St and Beach St Stop or Jefferson St & Taylor St Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Pier 39 and San Francisco Bay.
South of Market
Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Nob Hill
Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from SF Masonic Auditorium to Cable Car Museum – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.
