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Popular Budget hotels in San Francisco

Discover well-known properties in San Francisco that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 151 hotels in San Francisco and price data was last updated on 28 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in San Francisco is $276/night.
These hotels are among the most popular properties in the San Francisco area. Users can utilise the filters available to narrow down their search.
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155 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
A 10-minute walk from Transbay Terminal, Hotel Griffon has an accessible location, making it an ideal base when visiting San Francisco. This hotel is set in the heart of the city.
8.2
Excellent
390 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
240 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Set in the heart of San Francisco, Pod Room O'Farrell St Union Square is situated near Powell Street Station, and provides easy access to local bars and eateries. It provides free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities, and is a brief stroll from Union Square Plaza.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
0.5 km from city centre
111 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Centrally positioned, Sonder The Bijou offers easy access to San Francisco's best tourist attractions. It is located a brief walk from Union Square Plaza.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.2
Good
290 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
433 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Situated in the city centre, Chancellor Hotel On Union Square offers easy access to San Francisco's main shopping and sightseeing areas. The various amenities this unique hotel has to offer include free Wi-Fi, an express check-in and check-out feature and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
4360 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
1565 Broadway, San Francisco, CA, United States
Conveniently situated for sightseeing, Castle Inn San Francisco is within walking distance of several of the city's tourist attractions, including Filbert Street. The various facilities this charming hotel has to offer include an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
349 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
2265 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Surf Motel is situated in San Francisco and features complimentary wireless internet. It is conveniently positioned for those wishing to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
6.5
Good
1866 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
753 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
This comfortable hotel in San Francisco provides free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour reception and a concierge. It is steps from Union Square Plaza, restaurants and nightlife options.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.0
Excellent
2612 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
4211 Judah Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Just 10 minutes' walk from Judah and 43rd Avenue Station, Beach Motel San Francisco has an accessible setting, making it an ideal base when in San Francisco. Guests can also take advantage of free wireless internet throughout their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
6.1
Good
99 reviews
Location
9.0 km from city centre
54 4th Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
Situated only a brief stroll from Powell Street Station, The Mosser Hotel offers guests a convenient base when in San Francisco. It is located just a short stroll from plenty of popular bars, clubs and restaurants.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.2
Good
1847 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre

Tips for booking Budget hotels in San Francisco

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in San Francisco. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:July
Average price in San Francisco:$276/night
Cheapest price found:$35/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$133 - $400
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$248 - $494
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Budget hotels in San Francisco

Browse through properties in San Francisco that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 151 properties in San Francisco and data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Some of the best San Francisco hotel options as decided by our users. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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520 Church Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$391
Avg. per night
800 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$303
Avg. per night
1075 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$310
Avg. per night
440 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$276
Avg. per night
447 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$119
Avg. per night
72 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$254
Avg. per night
711 Post Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$155
Avg. per night
1530 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$233
Avg. per night

Cheapest Budget hotels in San Francisco

Discover affordable stays in San Francisco that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in San Francisco can be found for as low as $47 per night. There is currently one property in San Francisco that can be booked for this price. European Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in San Francisco. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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761 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night
240 Fort Mason, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$57
Avg. per night
5 Isadora Duncan Lane, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$61
Avg. per night
749 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$61
Avg. per night
1353 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$64
Avg. per night
411 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$66
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in San Francisco

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in San Francisco. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 28 April 2024.
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351 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$227
Avg. per night
610 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$104
Avg. per night
495 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$437
Avg. per night
761 Minna Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night
494 Broadway Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$87
Avg. per night
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$81
Avg. per night

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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 28 April 2024.
  • What is the typical nightly rate for a Budget hotels in San Francisco?

    Generally, it costs $274/night to stay at a Budget hotels in San Francisco. Travelers have found deals as low as $24/night for this accommodation in San Francisco. The cheapest Budget hotels in San Francisco is Mission Inn.

  • Are Budget hotels more or less expensive than other San Francisco hotels?

    HotelsCombined users have found that prices at Budget hotels are generally more costly per night. The average price of a Budget hotels in San Francisco is $274/night. The city of San Francisco itself will usually cost around $269/night for a hotel.

  • Are there good Budget hotels near Union Square?

    Within 2 miles of Union Square, there are 45 options for Budget hotels which have a higher star rating (3 Stars and above). Expect to pay a nightly rate of $298 when staying at Budget hotels within a 2 mile radius of Union Square. Consider looking at Hotel Griffon, Sonder The Bijou, and Chancellor Hotel On Union Square when visiting the area. Those hotels are the cheapest Budget hotels near Union Square.

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