Cheap Motels in San Francisco

Cheap Motels in San Francisco

Enjoying one's visit in San Francisco is easy on a budget. By using a few smart tips, any traveler can create the ultimate California experience and enjoy time in this diverse, vibrant and fun city.

First, one will want to choose motels in San Francisco that are located near the bus station. One can also find San Francisco motels that are located near train stations if one plans on traveling to other parts of California during one's stay. Choosing cheap motels in San Francisco that are located near public transportation will help you cut down on the total costs of your trip. …

To cut down additionally on the cost of your trip, you can find a San Francisco motel that offers a free shuttle service from the airport. There are plenty of motels in San Francisco, CA with a free shuttle service that will also drop you off on Lombard Street or in other parts of downtown San Francisco. The public transportation system is also manageable in the city, and visitors can purchase tickets ahead of time and look at the schedules.

Taking a free walking tour is one way to enjoy the sights of the city on a budget. Also, San Francisco walking tours are pet friendly. Visitors must be sure to check out Fisherman s wharf and ride on one of the cable cars. Riding on a cable car is a cheap way to get breathtaking views of South San Francisco.

Visitors can also gain free entrance to many museums in San Francisco. The Museum of the City of San Francisco and San Francisco Fire Museum are a couple of freebies in town. The Cable Car Museum is another fascinating place to visit on a budget. Lastly, another cost-effective way to enjoy one's time in the city is to simply grab a beer and watch the sunset at the Beach Chalet.

For affordable food options in the city, Mission Street is the place to go. From the roaming taco truck to the adorable cafes lining the street, visitors will be able to enjoy a delicious meal at a low cost.
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Best Western Plus El Rancho Inn & Suites

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1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
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1 Mile from SFO, Daily Free Breakfast Snack 4:30am - 9:30am, 24 Hr Free Shuttle. Downtown San Francisco, 14 miles north, is easily accessed by BART transit. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Travelodge Golden Gate

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2230 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in San Francisco, this motel is close to Presidio Theater, Palace of Fine Arts, and Lombard Street. Also nearby are University of San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
La Luna Inn, a C-Two Hotel

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2599 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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Located in San Francisco's Marina district, this revamped 1960's-style motor inn is the closest hotel to the Golden Gate Bridge. Nearby attractions include Fisherman's Wharf, the Palace of the Fine Arts, and Exploratorium museums. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Travelodge by Fishermans Wharf

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1201 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA
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Located in the heart of San Francisco, this motel is within walking distance of San Francisco Art Institute, Lombard Street, and Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum. Also nearby are Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Best Western Plus Lighthouse Hotel

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105 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica, CA
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Overlooking the ocean from Rockaway Beach, the hotel is 1 mile from Pacifica State Beach and 2 miles from Pacifica Pier. The airport is 10 miles east and San Francisco is 12 miles north of the hotel. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Vagabond Inn San Francisco

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385 9th St, San Francisco, CA
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This motel is located in San Francisco (Cultural District), close to Concourse Exhibit Center, Union Square, and Louise Davies Symphony Hall. Also nearby are Asian Art Museum of San Francisco and Westfield San Francisco Center Shopping Mall. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Knights Inn - Downtown

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240 7th Street, San Francisco, CA
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6 blocks south of Market Street, this downtown San Francisco motel is just over a half mile from the Powell Street cable-car station, 1 mile from Union Square, and 1.4 miles from AT&T Park. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Travelodge San Francisco Airport-North

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326 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA
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This 199-room hotel is 2 miles north of San Francisco International Airport and 10 miles from downtown San Francisco. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Civic Center Motor Inn

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364 9th St, San Francisco, CA
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This budget-friendly San Francisco motel is 0.3 miles from the Civic Center and 1 mile from Union Square, AT&T Park, and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Fisherman's Wharf is 2.4 miles away. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Travelodge at the Presidio

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2755 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in San Francisco, this motel is close to Presidio Theater, Palace of Fine Arts, and Exploratorium. Also nearby are University of San Francisco and Lombard Street. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
El Camino Inn

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7525 Mission St, Daly City, CA
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Situated near the airport, in the city center, this motel is close to Serramonte Center, San Francisco State University, and Fort Funston. Local attractions also include City College of San Francisco and Harding Park Golf Course. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
The Dylan

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110 S El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
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This suburban hotel offers a convenient location just 1 mile south of San Francisco Airport (SFO). A BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) station 1 block from The Dylan provides easy access to downtown San Francisco. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Town House Motel

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1650 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in San Francisco, this motel is close to Feusier Octagon House, Lombard Street, and Ghirardelli Square. Also nearby are Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Travelodge By The Bay

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1450 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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This San Francisco hotel is 2.5 blocks from The Crookedest Street in the World and within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf and Ghirardelli Square. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Travelodge Central San Francisco

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1707 Market St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated on Market Street between downtown San Francisco and the Castro district, this motel is 4 blocks from Civic Center and City Hall and walking distance from Union Square and the Moscone Center. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Holiday Inn Express Suites Belmont

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1650 El Camino Real, Belmont, CA
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Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is close to Peninsula Museum of Art, Museum of San Carlos History, and Hiller Aviation Museum. Local attractions also include Hillsdale Shopping Center and San Mateo County Event Center. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

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555 Skyway, San Carlos, CA
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Situated in San Carlos, this motel is close to Hiller Aviation Museum, Museum of San Carlos History, and Peninsula Museum of Art. Local attractions also include Malibu Grand Prix and Hillsdale Shopping Center. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Regency Inn SFO Airport

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411 E San Bruno Avenue, San Bruno, CA
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Situated near the airport, in San Bruno, this motel is close to Artichoke Joe's Casino, South San Francisco Convention Center, and Tanforan Park Shopping Center. Local attractions also include Millbrae Square Shopping Center. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Vagabond Inn San Francisco Airport North

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111 Mitchell Ave, South San Francisco, CA
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Situated near the airport, in South San Francisco, this motel is close to South San Francisco Convention Center and Tanforan Park Shopping Center. Area attractions also include Candlestick Park and Cow Palace. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Super 8 Motel - San Mateo/Sf Intl. Arpt Se

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140 N Bayshore Blvd, San Mateo, CA
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Situated in San Mateo, this hotel is close to Poplar Creek Golf Course, Coyote Point Museum, and Mariners Point Golf Center. Local attractions also include San Mateo County Event Center and Hillsdale Shopping Center. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Super 8 San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

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2440 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in San Francisco, this motel is close to Presidio Theater, Palace of Fine Arts, and Exploratorium. Also nearby are Lombard Street and University of San Francisco. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Nob Hill Motor Inn

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1630 Pacific Ave, San Francisco, CA
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This smoke-free San Francisco hotel is 2 blocks from a cable car stop and around the corner from Polk Street shops and eateries. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Beach Motel

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4211 Judah Street, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in San Francisco, this hotel is close to Camera Obscura, Golden Gate Park, and California Palace of the Legion of Honor. Also nearby are San Francisco Zoo and Land's End. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Buena Vista Motor Inn

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1599 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA
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This hotel is located on Lombard Street in San Francisco's Marina District, 1 mile from both Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Budget Motel

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850 El Camino Real, San Bruno, CA
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Situated in San Bruno, this motel is close to Artichoke Joe's Casino, Tanforan Park Shopping Center, and South San Francisco Convention Center. Local attractions also include Millbrae Square Shopping Center. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Lombard Motor Inn

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1475 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA
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Situated on famous Lombard Street in San Francisco's Marina District, this budget hotel is less than 1 mile from Fisherman's Wharf, and 1.5 miles from the Palace of Fine Arts. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Coventry Motor Inn

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1901 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA
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The Marina District hotel is a few blocks from the Marina Green and within a mile of the Palace of Fine Arts and Exploratorium. Within 2 miles are Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach, and Chinatown. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Chelsea Motor Inn

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2095 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA
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Situated near the beach in San Francisco, this hotel is close to Mexican Museum, Allyne Park and Marina Green. Also nearby are Palace of Fine Arts and Lombard Street. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Pacifica Motor Inn

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200 Rockaway Beach Avenue, Pacifica, CA
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Situated in Pacifica, this hotel is close to Rockaway Beach, Pacifica State Beach, and Pacifica Pier. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Bay Bridge Inn

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966 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in the South of Market neighborhood of downtown San Francisco, this inn within a mile of San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Union Square, and AT&T Park, home of the San Francisco Giants. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
San Carlos Inn

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1140 Morse Blvd, San Carlos, CA
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Situated in San Carlos, this motel is close to Museum of San Carlos History, Hiller Aviation Museum, and Peninsula Museum of Art. Local attractions also include Malibu Grand Prix. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Geary Parkway Motel

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4750 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in the city center, this hotel is close to De Young Museum, University of San Francisco, and University of California San Francisco. Also nearby are Japanese Tea Garden and California Academy of Sciences. read more
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Jan 1st, 1970
Motel Capri

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2015 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA
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Situated in San Francisco, this hotel is close to Mexican Museum, Lombard Street, and Palace of Fine Arts. Also nearby are Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39. read more
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