Tenderloin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Tenderloin
Tenderloin
Tenderloin
Tenderloin
Tenderloin
There’s something a little tough about Tenderloin, but you’ll still want to sink your teeth into it.

Ten years ago, if you told someone you were going to visit the Tenderloin district of San Francisco, people might’ve thought you had some screws loose. However, in recent years, the Tenderloin has transformed itself into a trendy nook of Northern California’s best city. If you’re into street art, take a tour of some of the best murals in the city. Some of the artists who’ve contributed work include the likes of Banksy, Shepard Fairey, and Barry McGee. Those are some heavy hitters.


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Tenderloin Hotel Deals

Hotel EPIK
Hotel EPIK
2.5 out of 5
706 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA
The price is AU$151 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Lombard Street ...
7/10 Good! (266 reviews)
"The price is reasonable. Location is convenient"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Hotel EPIK
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$306 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$306
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 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! (6,267 reviews)
"Exelente hotel, hermoso, limpio su hubicacion perfecta para ir caminando a todos los lugares . El area muy tranquila . El personal muy amables todos, pasamos momentos inolvidables y de seguro regresaremos ."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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$214 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$214
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! (3,709 reviews)
Pay for your parking ahead of time.
"We stayed here mostly because of its proximity to CPMC. My wife had an early morning surgery scheduled. The hotel was fine, easy to access from the parking garage. Bed was comfortable. Pillows too large. View interesting out to Van Ness. But in the morning, when we had to leave at 4:45am the parking ..."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
4 out of 5
424 Clay St, 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
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,241 reviews)
"Simple, easy, good value, friendly reception staff."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco
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$230 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$230
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! (3,982 reviews)
"Next to Shorebird sanctuary"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
3.5 out of 5
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$204 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$204
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (2,644 reviews)
"Property is excellent inside, area around the property is of some concern"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
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 Tenderloin

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Downtown San Francisco

3/5(34 area reviews)

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.

Downtown San Francisco
Union Square featuring a skyscraper and a city

Union Square

4/5(249 area reviews)

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.

Union Square
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
South of Market which includes skyline, a park and cbd

South of Market

3.5/5(101 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Oracle Park to Chase Center – discover South of Market, a destination also famous for its shopping.

South of Market
Chinatown showing street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(20 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Chinatown. Dragon's Gate is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Chinatown-Rose Pak Stop or Powell St & Clay St Stop to see more of San Francisco.

Chinatown
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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

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