Travelers arriving at Salesforce Transit Center (Transbay Terminal) at 425 Mission Street need a hotel they can reach on foot with luggage, without a cab. These five hotels rank by verified walking distance to the terminal, star rating, and guest review scores, covering options from a 4-star Marriott to a 5-star Four Seasons.
How we ranked hotels near Salesforce Transit Center
Salesforce Transit Center at 425 Mission Street consolidates AC Transit transbay buses, Greyhound intercity coaches, and future Caltrain and California high-speed rail service into one downtown hub. Every hotel on this list sits within a 12-minute walk of that terminal.
We ranked candidates first by shortest verified walking distance, then by star rating within a 0.1-mile band, then by guest review score. We cross-checked each address against San Francisco street geography to confirm the distances are plausible. Shuttle service and Muni or BART access factored in as secondary signals for travelers who prefer not to walk with heavy bags.
Hotels near Salesforce Transit Center at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest Score | Walk to Terminal | Nearest Transit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square | 4 | 8.4 | ~6 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
| Hotel Zelos San Francisco | 4 | 8.5 | ~7 min | Powell St (BART/Muni) |
| Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco | 5 | 9.2 | ~8 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
| Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA | 4 | 8.8 | ~9 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
| The St. Regis San Francisco | 5 | 9.1 | ~10 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
Transit tips for arriving at Salesforce Transit Center
- AC Transit transbay buses and Greyhound coaches both use the ground-level bus deck at 425 Mission Street. The main pedestrian exit drops you onto Mission Street, directly toward 4th and 3rd Streets where most of these hotels sit.
- Montgomery Street BART and Muni Metro station is a 5-minute walk from the terminal along Mission Street and connects to the J, K, L, M, N, and T Muni Metro lines plus BART regional rail.
- Muni bus route 14-Mission runs along Mission Street and stops within a block of the terminal entrance, useful if you have heavy luggage and your hotel is above 3rd Street.
- Rideshare and taxi pickup at Salesforce Transit Center uses the designated zone on Beale Street, one block east of the main entrance.
What to expect walking from Salesforce Transit Center to these hotels
The walk from 425 Mission Street to the Marriott Marquis at 780 Mission takes about 6 minutes on flat pavement with no significant hills. You pass through the SoMa corridor, crossing 3rd and 4th Streets, with wide sidewalks that handle rolling luggage without trouble.
The Four Seasons at 757 Market Street sits at the corner of Market and 4th, roughly 8 minutes from the terminal. Market Street has a dedicated transit lane and Muni Metro tracks running down the center, so foot traffic is predictable and the route is well-lit at night.
The St. Regis at 125 3rd Street is the farthest of the five at about 10 minutes on foot, but 3rd Street runs directly from the terminal neighborhood and the walk involves no turns after you exit onto Mission.
The hotels
San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square
780 Mission Street, San Francisco
8.41,272 reviews
Marriott's Serve 360 program covers energy and water reduction targets across the property, though no independent third-party certification is verified for this specific location.4 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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Hotel Zelos San Francisco
12 Fourth Street, San Francisco
8.51,115 reviews
3 min walk to Powell Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
757 Market Street, San Francisco
9.2286 reviews
Four Seasons corporate sustainability program targets single-use plastic reduction and food waste diversion, though no LEED or Green Key certification is verified for this San Francisco property.5 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
50 Third Street, San Francisco
8.84,500 reviews
Hyatt's World of Care program includes property-level energy and water reduction commitments, though no independent certification is verified for this location.4 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N/T)
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The St. Regis San Francisco
125 Third Street, San Francisco
9.1228 reviews
Marriott's Serve 360 sustainability framework applies to StRegis properties, covering energy reduction and responsible sourcing, though no third-party certification is verified for this address.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Salesforce Transit Center on foot?＋
San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square at 780 Mission Street is the closest option on this list, roughly a 6-minute walk from the terminal entrance at 425 Mission Street along flat pavement.
Can I walk from Salesforce Transit Center to these hotels with luggage?＋
All five hotels are reachable on foot with rolling luggage. The SoMa corridor between the terminal and these hotels uses wide, flat sidewalks with no significant hills. The farthest hotel, The St. Regis at 125 3rd Street, is about 10 minutes on foot.
What transit lines serve Salesforce Transit Center?＋
AC Transit transbay buses and Greyhound intercity coaches currently use the terminal. Future Caltrain and California high-speed rail service will connect at the lower levels. For onward city travel, Montgomery Street BART and Muni Metro station is a 5-minute walk from the terminal and serves BART regional rail plus the J, K, L, M, N, and T Muni Metro lines.
Do any of these hotels offer shuttle service to Salesforce Transit Center?＋
None of the hotels on this list offer a confirmed scheduled shuttle to Salesforce Transit Center. The Four Seasons and St. Regis concierge teams can arrange private car transfers on request. Given the short walking distances, most guests find the walk or a rideshare more practical.
Which hotel has the best guest rating among these options?＋
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco scores 9.2 out of 10 from verified guests, the highest on this list. The St. Regis follows at 9.1, and Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA scores 8.8.
Are there budget options near Salesforce Transit Center on this list?＋
This list focuses on 4-star and 5-star properties within walking distance of the terminal. For mid-range and budget options in the same corridor, the SoMa and Union Square neighborhoods have additional inventory worth checking separately.
