Cow Hollow Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cow Hollow showing signage and street scenes
Cow Hollow showing signage, a city and central business district
Cow Hollow featuring markets, food and street scenes
Cow Hollow featuring signage, street scenes and a city
Cow Hollow showing signage and street scenes
Located between Russian Hill and the Presidio, Cow Hollow is a relaxed neighbourhood known for its shopping and dining around Union Street.

The neighbourhood is called Cow Hollow because when it was settled, a majority of it was used for cattle grazing. Happily, you don’t need to watch out for moving bovines during your visit. Now it’s all about grazing your way through all the trendy restaurants and cafes serving everything from raw snacks to Belgian waffles.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Cow Hollow Hotel Deals

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Comfort Inn by the Bay
2.5 out of 5
2775 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$210 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Comfort Inn by the Bay
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
2 out of 5
1450 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$153 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this motel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Enthusiastic staff & cozy rooms, lots of nice restaurants within walking distance :)"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$284 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,209 reviews)
Very nice!
"Great hotel in great area. Very clean. Nice breakfast buffet! I highly recommend"

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$235 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,591 reviews)
Comfy stay
"Great location, friendly staff, and a clean room, but the room itself was a little well worn and in need of updating."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4 out of 5
750 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$200 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$200
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (990 reviews)
SF Chinatown Stay
"Centrally located to China town and plenty restaurants. My room was clean, pleasant, and comfortable."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
3 out of 5
1550 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame, CA
The price is AU$213 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,840 reviews)
"Evening staff was very, she was very accommodating and nice"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Cow Hollow

Pacific Heights featuring a garden

Pacific Heights

4/5(8 area reviews)

Take time in Pacific Heights to visit attractions like Van Ness Avenue and Presidio of San Francisco. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at California St & Van Ness Ave Stop to see more of the city.

Pacific Heights
Marina District which includes heritage architecture as well as a small group of people

Marina District

4/5(76 area reviews)

The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Marina District. Make a stop by San Francisco Bay or Chestnut Street while you're exploring the area.

Marina District
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Japantown

Travellers come to Japantown for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Peace Pagoda and Cottage Row while you're in town.

Japantown
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Russian Hill

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose Russian Hill for its pristine beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Hyde St & Filbert St Stop or Hyde St & Union St Stop and check out top sights like Van Ness Avenue.

Russian Hill
Nob Hill showing street scenes and a city

Nob Hill

4/5(59 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants Chinatown and top sights from Grace Cathedral to SF Masonic Auditorium – discover Nob Hill, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Nob Hill
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Western Addition

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

Alamo Square and Painted Ladies are top sights in Western Addition, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Duboce Avenue & Noe Street Station or Duboce Ave & Church St Stop to see more sights in the area.

Western Addition

Cow Hollow Travel Guide

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