Four of these five hotels are on The Embarcadero or within one block of it. The fifth, the Four Seasons at Embarcadero, is a few blocks inland on Sansome Street. The Ferry Building is a 2- to 9-minute walk from all of them, and Embarcadero Station is close by. 1 Hotel San Francisco has the top guest score (9.6) and the strongest sustainability program; Hotel Griffon on Steuart Street is the mid-range pick.
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.
We checked every address against the hotel's own website. Four of the five are on or within one block of The Embarcadero. The Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is the exception: despite the name, it's at 222 Sansome Street in the Financial District, about a 9-minute walk from the Ferry Building.
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 |
| Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero | 5 | 9.2 | Four Seasons for Good | 9 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 |
Getting around from the Embarcadero
- Embarcadero BART and Muni Metro station is at the foot of Market Street, served by the J, K, L, M and N Muni Metro 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 walk south along The Embarcadero from the Ferry Building, or a ride on the N-Judah Muni Metro line to King & 2nd Street, next to the ballpark.
- Caltrain at 4th and King connects to the Peninsula and Silicon Valley, a ride on the N-Judah from Embarcadero Station.
What mid-range means on the Embarcadero
Hotel Griffon and Harbor Court Hotel are the mid-range choices here. Both are on Steuart Street, one block from The Embarcadero, and carry three- and four-star ratings respectively. You get the same waterfront for less than the five-star hotels charge.
If location matters more to you than a spa or a big lobby, either one puts the Ferry Building, the Bay Trail and Embarcadero Station a few minutes away.
The hotels
1 Hotel San Francisco
8 Mission Street, San Francisco
9.6582 reviews
1 Hotels Sustainability ProgramThe brand's public sustainability page covers reclaimed materials, plant-based amenities and local conservation partners.
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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
222 Sansome Street, San Francisco
9.2412 reviews
Four Seasons for GoodFour Seasons says every property works toward annual targets for cutting energy use, carbon emissions and water use.
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco
5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco
8.72,521 reviews
Hyatt World of Care ProgramWorld of Care sets chain-wide targets on carbon, single-use plastic and sourcing, with yearly property-level reporting.
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Harbor Court Hotel
165 Steuart Street, San Francisco
8.81,433 reviews
4 min walk to Embarcadero (BART/J/K/L/M/N)
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Hotel Griffon
155 Steuart Street, San Francisco
8.1363 reviews
4 min walk to Embarcadero (BART/J/K/L/M/N)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotels on this list are 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 J, K, L, M and N 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. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero falls under Four Seasons for Good, where each property works toward annual energy, carbon and water targets. Harbor Court Hotel and Hotel Griffon have no verified eco certifications.
How far are these hotels from Oracle Park?＋
Oracle Park is south along The Embarcadero from the Ferry Building. From the Hyatt Regency or 1 Hotel, guests can walk the waterfront or take the N-Judah Muni Metro line from Embarcadero Station to the King & 2nd Street stop next to the ballpark.
Is there a mid-range option among these five hotels?＋
Hotel Griffon is the mid-range pick. It's a 3-star on Steuart Street, a block from the water, and it costs less than the four- and five-star hotels here.
Can I walk to the Ferry Building from these hotels?＋
Yes. The Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street is a 2- to 9-minute walk from all five hotels, with the Four Seasons on Sansome Street the farthest. 1 Hotel San Francisco and Hyatt Regency San Francisco are the closest, both under 4 minutes on foot.
