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.


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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$201 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$201
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay and the location couldn’t be better"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Comfort Inn by the Bay
SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District
SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District
2.5 out of 5
1940 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$198 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (292 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful. It was a convenient place to stay if on the go. Older building. A bit noisy with traffic,"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$215 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (3,723 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant surprise and made the trip easy."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$184 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,650 reviews)
"This was my second stay at the property. The location, rooms and staff have been consistently great. The only downside would have to be room noise. There were very loud guests in adjoining rooms that were yelling and partying well into 2am-3am each night. Also, guests were sitting out on the fire ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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$288 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$288
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 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! (6,276 reviews)
"Excellent staff and hotel"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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$285 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (3,985 reviews)
"My room was clean and the hotel had a relaxing atmosphere. Staff was very friendly and the parking was free! Best part!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 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 Mrs. Doubtfire House and Van Ness Avenue. 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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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
Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring a bay or harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Fisherman's Wharf

Cow Hollow Travel Guide

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