Salesforce Transit Center at 425 Mission Street is San Francisco's main hub for regional and intercity bus services. All five hotels here are within a 13-minute walk of the terminal's Mission Street entrance, on flat sidewalks that are easy with a rolling bag. The St. Regis on 3rd Street is the closest, and the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco has the best guest score (9.2).
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 is within a 13-minute walk of the terminal's Mission Street entrance.
We ranked these hotels first by shortest walking distance, measured along the streets, then by star rating within a 0.1-mile band, then by guest review score. That's why Hotel Zelos, with the higher guest score, comes ahead of the Marriott Marquis, which is a few hundred feet closer. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The St. Regis San Francisco | 5 | 9.1 | ~8 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
| Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA | 4 | 8.8 | ~9 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
| Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco | 5 | 9.2 | ~12 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
| Hotel Zelos San Francisco | 4 | 8.5 | ~13 min | Powell St (BART/Muni) |
| San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square | 4 | 8.4 | ~12 min | Montgomery St (BART/Muni) |
Transit tips for arriving at Salesforce Transit Center
- AC Transit transbay buses and Greyhound coaches both use the Level 3 bus deck at 425 Mission Street. The main pedestrian exit drops you onto Mission Street, toward 3rd and 4th Streets, where most of these hotels are.
- 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 and N 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 St. Regis at 125 3rd Street is the closest of the five, about 8 minutes on foot along Mission Street, and the Hyatt Regency at 50 3rd Street is about 9. You pass through the SoMa corridor with wide sidewalks that handle rolling luggage without trouble.
The Four Seasons at 757 Market Street is between 3rd and 4th Streets, roughly 12 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 Marriott Marquis at 780 Mission Street takes about 12 minutes and Hotel Zelos at 12 Fourth Street about 13, both on flat pavement with no significant hills.
The hotels
The St. Regis San Francisco
125 Third Street, San Francisco
9.1228 reviews
Covered by Marriott's Serve 360 framework: energy reduction and responsible sourcing.No third-party certification verified for this address.
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
50 Third Street, San Francisco
8.84,500 reviews
Hyatt's World of Care sets energy and water targets for this hotel; no independent certification verified.4 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N)
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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
757 Market Street, San Francisco
9.2286 reviews
Four Seasons' brand program targets single-use plastic and food waste; no LEED or Green Key verified for this hotel.5 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N)
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Hotel Zelos San Francisco
12 Fourth Street, San Francisco
8.51,118 reviews
3 min walk to Powell Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N)
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San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square
780 Mission Street, San Francisco
8.41,272 reviews
Covered by Marriott's Serve 360 energy and water targets; no third-party certification verified for this hotel.4 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART/J/K/L/M/N)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to Salesforce Transit Center on foot?＋
The St. Regis San Francisco at 125 3rd Street is the closest option on this list, roughly an 8-minute walk from the terminal's Mission Street entrance 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, the Marriott Marquis at 780 Mission Street and Hotel Zelos at 12 Fourth Street, are about 12 and 13 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 and N 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. With walks this short, you're better off on foot or in a rideshare.
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 something cheaper nearby, look at hotels in SoMa and Union Square.
