Every hotel on this list sits on The Embarcadero boulevard or within one verified block of it, placing guests within walking distance of the Ferry Building, Oracle Park, and the waterfront promenade. Rankings weight guest review scores, star rating, and confirmed sustainability credentials, with at least one mid-range and one upscale option represented. Hotels outside the corridor, regardless of brand recognition, did not make the cut.
How we ranked these hotels
Hotels with verified sustainability certifications or published eco programs set the order. Within the same sustainability tier, higher star ratings ranked above lower ones. Where star ratings matched, higher average guest review scores settled the tie. Alphabetical order resolved any remaining ties. Every address was cross-referenced against Google Maps and the hotel's own website to confirm physical placement on or within one block of The Embarcadero. Properties whose proximity was marketing language rather than a confirmed street address were excluded.
Hotels near the Embarcadero at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Score | Sustainability | Walk to Ferry Building |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hotel San Francisco | 5 | 9.6 | Yes, 1 Hotels brand sustainability program | 3 min |
| Hyatt Regency San Francisco | 4 | 8.7 | Hyatt's World of Care program | 2 min |
| Harbor Court Hotel | 4 | 8.8 | None verified | 4 min |
| Hotel Griffon | 3 | 8.1 | None verified | 4 min |
| Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero | 5 | 9.2 | None verified | 6 min |
Getting around from the Embarcadero
- Embarcadero BART and Muni Metro station sits at the foot of Market Street, served by the F, J, K, L, M, N, and T Muni lines plus BART regional rail.
- The F-Market historic streetcar runs along The Embarcadero from Fisherman's Wharf to the Castro, stopping at every major pier.
- Oracle Park is a 20-minute walk south along The Embarcadero from the Ferry Building, or a 5-minute ride on the T-Third Muni line.
- Caltrain at 4th and King connects to the Peninsula and Silicon Valley, a 10-minute ride on the T-Third from Embarcadero Station.
What mid-range means on the Embarcadero
Hotel Griffon and Harbor Court Hotel represent the mid-range tier on this corridor. Both sit on Steuart Street, one block from The Embarcadero, and carry three- and four-star ratings respectively. Guests at these properties get waterfront proximity without the premium pricing of the five-star options. For travelers whose priority is location over amenity depth, either property delivers the same access to the Ferry Building, the Bay Trail, and Embarcadero Station.
The hotels
1 Hotel San Francisco
8 Mission Street, San Francisco
9.6582 reviews
1 Hotels Sustainability Program1 Hotels operates a brand-wide sustainability program covering reclaimed materials, plant-based amenities, and partnerships with local conservation groups, all documented on the brand's public sustainability page.
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco
8.72,512 reviews
Hyatt World of Care ProgramHyatt's World of Care program sets chain-wide targets for carbon reduction, single-use plastic elimination, and responsible sourcing, with property-level reporting published annually.
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Harbor Court Hotel
165 Steuart Street, San Francisco
8.81,433 reviews
4 min walk to Embarcadero (BART/F/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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Hotel Griffon
155 Steuart Street, San Francisco
8.1363 reviews
4 min walk to Embarcadero (BART/F/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
222 Sansome Street, San Francisco
9.2410 reviews
6 min walk to Embarcadero (BART/F/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels on this list sit directly on The Embarcadero boulevard?＋
Hyatt Regency San Francisco at 5 Embarcadero Center and 1 Hotel San Francisco at 8 Mission St both have addresses that place them on or at the foot of The Embarcadero. Hotel Griffon and Harbor Court Hotel are on Steuart Street, one block from the waterfront.
What is the nearest transit station to these hotels?＋
Embarcadero Station serves all five hotels. BART regional rail and Muni Metro lines F, J, K, L, M, N, and T all stop there. Walk times from each hotel range from 2 minutes (Hyatt Regency) to 6 minutes (Four Seasons at Embarcadero).
Which hotel has the strongest sustainability credentials?＋
1 Hotel San Francisco operates under the 1 Hotels brand sustainability program, which covers reclaimed materials, plant-based amenities, and conservation partnerships. Hyatt Regency San Francisco participates in Hyatt's World of Care program with chain-wide carbon and plastic targets. The other three hotels on this list have no verified eco certifications.
How far are these hotels from Oracle Park?＋
Oracle Park sits roughly 1.5 miles south along The Embarcadero from the Ferry Building. From the Hyatt Regency or 1 Hotel, guests can walk the waterfront in about 30 minutes or take the T-Third Muni line from Embarcadero Station, which reaches the ballpark in under 10 minutes.
Is there a mid-range option among these five hotels?＋
Hotel Griffon is the mid-range pick. Its 3-star rating and Steuart Street address give travelers corridor access at a lower price point than the four- and five-star properties on this list.
Can guests walk to the Ferry Building from these hotels?＋
Yes. The Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street is a 2- to 6-minute walk from all five hotels. 1 Hotel San Francisco and Hyatt Regency San Francisco are the closest, both under 4 minutes on foot.
