Where to Stay in the Bay Area
With its varying vistas, world-renowned bridge and charming cable cars, the Bay Area has been a major tourist draw for centuries. Whether you’re venturing solo or planning a group getaway, we have vetted lodgings for every type of traveler. With over 34,000 hotel rooms in San Francisco alone, we’ve narrowed your search with our annual best of round ups throughout the Greater Bay Area.
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Where to Stay in San Francisco
No city in the world is quite like San Francisco. Once a Spanish mission, San Francisco was defined by “The Gold Rush” — which created a population boom from 1,000 to 25,000 by December 1849 — and by the 1906 Earthquake and Fire, which left 200,000 homeless. It’s now home to nearly 875,000 people, and attracts over 25 million visitors annually. We have gathered an assortment of posts to help make your time here as good as it can be.
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The Palace Hotel and Ayesha Curry Team up for a Special Sweet July Pop-up
Mark Hopkins: Celebrating the History While Embracing the Future
Celebrate San Francisco Pride All Month Long with These Special Events
Hip and Historical San Francisco Hotel is a Favorite Destination for Group Getaways
Deep Design Dive into These Architecturally Iconic California Hotels
The Glittering Monument Returns to San Francisco
Best Spa and Wellness Hotels in San Francisco
Best Romantic Hotels in San Francisco
Best Value Hotels in San Francisco
Best Luxury Hotels in San Francisco
Best Hotels in San Francisco for Group Getaways
Best Hip Hotels in San Francisco
More San Francisco Hotels
Where to Stay in the North Bay
Local Getaways is taking a liberal approach to our definition of North Bay — going from north tower of the Golden Gate Bridge (think Marin County and Petaluma) and sticking to the coast all the way up to Mendocino. If it’s rugged coastlines, sprawling open spaces and culinary delights like oysters, artisan cheese and bread you’re after — the North Bay is the best.
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6 Charming and Historic B&Bs in San Francisco Bay Area
Deep Design Dive into These Architecturally Iconic California Hotels
Best Spa and Wellness Hotels in the North Bay
Best Value Hotels in the North Bay
Best North Bay Luxury Hotels
Best Hotels in the North Bay for Group Getaways
More North Bay Hotels
Where to Stay in the East Bay
Across the Bay Bridge from San Francisco, the East Bay consists primarily of Contra Costa County and Alameda County. Oakland, the area’s largest city, is famous for its beautiful waterfront Jack London Square, as well as its large port and eucalyptus-spotted hills. Berkeley, just north of Oakland, is home to the University of California and tens of thousands of students, as well as left-leaning politics and great food.
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Six Affordable East Bay Excursions
A Visit To East Bay’s Tri-Valley
Best Luxury Hotels in the East Bay
Best East Bay Hotels for Group Getaways
Best Value Hotels in the East Bay
More East Bay Hotels
Where to Stay in the South Bay
The area south of San Francisco, encompassing Silicon Valley and its surrounding communities, is the center of technological innovation. Home to Apple, Google and countless startups, the region is also full of top restaurants, great shopping, open spaces for exploring and various cultural hubs.
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6 Charming and Historic B&Bs in San Francisco Bay Area
Four Santa Cruz Hotels to Put on Your Radar
Half Moon Bay: The Perfect Coastal Getaway
Best Hotels in the South Bay for Group Getaways
Best Value Hotels in the South Bay
Best Luxury Hotels in the South Bay
More South Bay Hotels
Where to Stay in the Bay Area
For any traveler, here are the best hotels in the greater Bar Area — comprising San Francisco, the North Bay, the East Bay and the South Bay.
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Best Hip Hotels in the Bay Area
Best Romantic Hotels in the Bay Area
Best Spa and Wellness Hotels in the Bay Area
Hip and Historical San Francisco Hotel is a Favorite Destination for Group Getaways
Best Spa and Wellness Hotels in the North Bay
Best Value Hotels in the North Bay
Best North Bay Luxury Hotels
Best Hotels in the North Bay for Group Getaways
Best Hotels in the South Bay for Group Getaways
Best Value Hotels in the South Bay
Best Luxury Hotels in the South Bay
Best Spa and Wellness Hotels in San Francisco
Best Romantic Hotels in San Francisco
Best Value Hotels in San Francisco
Best Luxury Hotels in San Francisco
Best Luxury Hotels in the East Bay
Best East Bay Hotels for Group Getaways
Best Hotels in San Francisco for Group Getaways
Best Value Hotels in the East Bay
Best Hip Hotels in San Francisco
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