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Fisherman's Wharf

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.

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

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.

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

Downtown San Francisco

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 San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a central park with pathways, and a few people walking.

South of Market

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

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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nob Hill

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

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Top Castro District Hotel Reviews

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Valet was quick and easy...fast check in...clean room....friendly staff...beautiful city view. Will stay here again."

Stanford Court San Francisco

10/10 Excellent

"Pros: The hotel staff was very accommodating. We were able to check in early (around 12 pm) at no additional cost. Breakfast buffet was delicious (scrambled eggs, veggie frittata, sausages, potatoes, fruit, pancakes, parfaits, overnight chia, oatmeal and cereal). Complimentary bottled water was available at the front desk. We received complimentary drink tickets. I also appreciated the staff provided us whole milk in the evening for our baby. The location is great, on the corner a cable car stop and because it’s on top of knob hill, it was a popular photo area. Cons: The facility could use some upgrading. The hallway carpets were dirty and while the room was clean it felt dated. The shower could use an update."

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

10/10 Excellent

"My only complaint was breakfast options and some of the staff in the coffee shop inside hotel. My overnight oats were inedible and I didn’t feel comfortable returning as the guy serving was really abrupt and seemingly very stressed. As for the hotel location, staff and the room size and view, I can’t fault it! Highly recommend you book a room!"

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were so lucky to choose the Handlery Hotel on our first visit to San Francisco. The location was perfect! Down the road from every kind of transit & most importantly, steps from the Nintendo Store! We had a two queen suite & to our surprise a sliding glass door that revealed a beautiful view of the city. Not quite a balcony, but very close & we loved it so much. There was even a vanity which came in handy with teenage girls. The hotel itself had two sections and we were in the Premier section. There was two flights of stairs to take with all our luggage & a vintage elevator that no one could figure out how to use, so up the stairs we went. At least at the top we got to walk by the heated, outdoor pool. We didn’t have time to enjoy it, but we saw other guests having a great time. The staff were friendly and polite and brought up extra amenities quickly when asked. We would 100% stay at this hotel again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

FOUND Hotel Carlton, Nob Hill

8/10 Good

"Nice boutique-hotel, good location, close to bus stops or can easily get a Uber. Yes it's close to the Tenderloin neighborhood but I never felt unsafe. Staff was helpful. We appreciated the coffee machine in the lobby. Room was also good overall, spacious and clean would have appreciated and extra chair. A fridge is provided which is a major plus. Shower curtain had littler holes in it. Nothing major but can easily be changes. The bed itself was comfortable and perfectly fine. One small thing I didn’t particularly like was the bedding setup: the comforter was placed between two flat sheets rather than being enclosed in a duvet cover. Overall, I'd say that I recommend this hotel. It's all about managing expectations"

Frequently asked questions

What is Castro District like?

Castro District is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its bars. Are you looking for Castro District travel tips? Make sure that you visit Castro Street and Castro Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Castro District?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options in Castro District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater San Francisco area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Castro District, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Castro District.

What is there to do in this San Francisco neighbourhood?

For cultural attractions in Castro District, head to GLBT History Museum, Castro Theatre and Randall Museum. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Castro Street and Cafe Du Nord are some other places worth a visit. Oracle Park, Midnight Sun and Castro St Parklet are just a few of the places to visit in and around Castro District. Harvey Milk Plaza and Pink Triangle Memorial are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Francisco.

How can I get around Castro District and the greater San Francisco area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at 17th St & Castro St Stop, Castro Station or Market St & Noe St Stop.

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Our top choices for Castro District hotels

1. Becks Motor Lodge

2. Parker Guest House San Francisco

3. The Hotel Castro San Francisco

4. Twin Peaks Hotel

5. Perramont Hotel

6. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

7. Stanyan Park Hotel

8. Hotel Nikko San Francisco

9. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

10. Handlery Union Square Hotel

11. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

12. Symphony Inn

13. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

14. The Marker Union Square San Francisco

15. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

16. Hotel Majestic

17. Stanford Court San Francisco

18. Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

19. Hotel G San Francisco

20. YOTEL San Francisco, Select by Hilton

Where to stay in Castro District

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Castro District Hotel Reviews

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

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