Western Addition

San Francisco

Western Addition
Western Addition
Western Addition which includes heritage architecture, a city and skyline
Western Addition
Western Addition featuring art

In the span of a few blocks, find an array of attractions, from the Painted Ladies to the Fillmore Auditorium, in this diverse San Francisco neighborhood.

From the famous Painted Ladies to the cultural attractions of Japantown, discover many of San Francisco’s top attractions in Western Addition. The area is typically broken into smaller neighborhoods including the Fillmore, Japantown, Alamo Square, Hayes Valley and Lower Pacific Heights.

The Fillmore was the heart of San Francisco’s first African-American community and jazz scene. This reputation dissipated over time. Today the Fillmore is known mainly for its great shops and restaurants. Watch a show at the Fillmore, a famous auditorium that hosted the Allman Brothers, Grateful Dead and other well-known 20th-century rock bands. Violent Femmes, Joe Rogan and other top performers now appear throughout the year.

Discover one of San Francisco’s rich Asian influences in Japantown. Buy authentic souvenirs in the sprawling Japan Center mall. Enjoy some of the best Japanese food that you can get outside of Japan. Visit in April to participate in the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival, a celebration of spring and Japanese culture.

See one of San Francisco’s most iconic sights along Alamo Square. Take a photo of the Painted Ladies, a row of six immaculately preserved Victorian houses. Stroll through the park or enjoy a picnic.

While Hayes Valley used to be synonymous with seediness, today it is one of the city’s favorite shopping and dining centers. Discover a wonderful array of shops and restaurants in this neighborhood, which manages to feel like a small town within the city.

Walk through Lower Pacific Heights and admire the stunning homes. Enjoy beautiful vistas of the Bay, Golden Gate BridgeOpens in a new window, AlcatrazOpens in a new window and beyond in the more opulent neighboring Pacific HeightsOpens in a new window.

Much of Western Addition has undergone a transformation in recent years. While it was once a hub of crime, it is now a tourist-friendly neighborhood. However, be aware of your surroundings as you explore, as some areas are safer than others.

From Western Addition’s central location, easily reach many other parts of San Francisco. Walk to fascinating nearby areas such as Van Ness Avenue, the Richmond District and the Haight-AshburyOpens in a new window and Pacific Heights neighborhoods.


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Western Addition Hotel Deals

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt
Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt
4 out of 5
1625 Post St, San Francisco, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $338 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
CA $338
CA $450 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The inside property was nice, heard several gun shots btwn 11pm and 2 am. Many homeless people near the entranceways."

Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2025

Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt
Hotel Majestic
Hotel Majestic
3.5 out of 5
1500 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $154 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
CA $154
CA $180 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Great hotel, clean, good reception people, historic well kept building, great house cleaning...."

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Hotel Majestic
Inn On Grove
Inn On Grove
2.5 out of 5
465 Grove St, San Francisco, CA
The price is CA $152 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
CA $152
CA $178 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lombard Street and Oracle Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (573 reviews)
We love this hidden gem!
"Clean comfortable room at reasonable price, free parking, a good burger place on sites and many bars and restaurants nearby. Our go to place in the Bay Area!"

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Inn On Grove
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 CA $173 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
CA $173
CA $204 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,210 reviews)
"The staff was very nice and accommodating."

Reviewed on Jul. 4, 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
4 out of 5
2500 Mason St, San Francisco, CA
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8.8/10 Excellent! (6,514 reviews)
"Noisy room on the ground floor. You could hear every word if someone walked by and the generator from the parking lot across the street kept we awake half of the night. Definitely not what I expect from a RIU Hotel. Very disappointed. Maybe you should invest in new windows. However, location and ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
3.5 out of 5
1177 Airport Blvd, Burlingame, CA
The price is CA $137 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $137
CA $156 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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7.6/10 Good! (1,848 reviews)
"After a very frustrating experience at the airport, we felt extremely welcomed here! The check-in staff was so friendly and sweet, and we had only reserved our room less than a half hour before showing up. Not a problem at all! We had a pleasant dinner at the resaurant and enjoyed a soak on the hottub. ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 2, 2025

Crowne Plaza San Francisco Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Western Addition

Pacific Heights featuring a park

Pacific Heights

4/5(17 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
Cow Hollow featuring street scenes and signage

Cow Hollow

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

The beautiful waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Cow Hollow. Make a stop by Union Street or Van Ness Avenue while you're exploring the area.

Cow Hollow
Downtown San Francisco featuring railway items

Downtown San Francisco

2.5/5(84 area reviews)

Serving as San Francisco's central business district, this area boasts Northern California's two tallest buildings, the Salesforce Tower and Transamerica Pyramid. Explore shopping malls like the Embarcadero Center and enjoy parks such as Sue Biermann Park, all easily accessible via Muni bus and rail lines.

Downtown San Francisco
Nob Hill showing a city and street scenes

Nob Hill

4.5/5(124 area reviews)

Luxury hotels, historic mansions, and Michelin-starred restaurants abound in this upscale area. Explore Union Square shopping district, Grace Cathedral, and the SF Masonic Auditorium for a taste of culture and history.

Nob Hill
Castro Theatre showing a small town or village and street scenes

Castro District

Castro District is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at 17th St & Castro St Stop or Castro Station to explore sights like Castro Street.

Castro District
Union Square which includes a high rise building and a city

Union Square

4/5(525 area reviews)

Major tourist destination in downtown San Francisco, Union Square boasts shopping, hotels, and theaters. Explore department stores, boutiques, and galleries, or catch a performance at various theaters. Enjoy the Dewey Monument and stunning views from nearby hotels. Easily accessible via cable car lines, buses, and subway systems.

Union Square


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