SFMOMA is one of the largest modern and contemporary art museums in the United States, occupying an entire city block at 151 Third Street in SoMa. These hotels place visitors within a short walk of the museum, while also providing easy access to Yerba Buena Gardens, Moscone Center, Market Street, and the Embarcadero waterfront.
How this list was built
Hotels were selected from bookable properties within walking distance of SFMOMA and then compared based on proximity to the museum, hotel category, and guest ratings. The final list focuses on properties in the immediate SoMa area, where visitors can reach the museum and nearby attractions on foot.
Distances were reviewed against hotel addresses and local street layouts to ensure they reflect realistic walking routes rather than straight-line measurements.
Hotels near SFMOMA at a glance
| Hotel | Distance | Walk time | Stars | Guest score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA | 0.00 mi | 0 min | 4 | 8.8 |
| Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco | 0.08 mi | 2 min | 5 | 9.2 |
| The St. Regis San Francisco | 0.09 mi | 2 min | 5 | 9.1 |
| Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco | 0.14 mi | 3 min | 5 | 8.9 |
| W San Francisco | 0.18 mi | 4 min | 4 | 8.6 |
Getting around SoMa from these hotels
- Powell Street BART and Muni Metro station is roughly 0.4 miles from SFMOMA, connecting you to the airport (SFO) and the East Bay.
- The F-Market historic streetcar runs along Market Street and stops near all five hotels, reaching the Ferry Building in about 10 minutes.
- Yerba Buena Gardens is directly across Howard Street from SFMOMA, making it a natural extension of any museum visit.
- The Moscone Center's main entrance on Howard Street is a 5-minute walk from the Hyatt Regency, useful if you're combining a conference with museum time.
What to expect from the SoMa hotel corridor
The stretch of 3rd Street between Market and Howard concentrates some of San Francisco's highest-rated hotels in a compact area. Guests at any of these five properties can reach SFMOMA without crossing a major arterial or navigating hills, which matters in a city where a short distance can still mean a steep climb. SoMa's grid is flat, and the blocks between Market Street and Howard Street are short.
For travelers combining a museum visit with the Moscone Center or a Giants game at Oracle Park (about 1.5 miles south on 3rd Street), this cluster of hotels is the most practical base in the city. The Ferry Building, roughly 1.2 miles northeast along the Embarcadero, is reachable by the F-Market line from stops on Market Street near all five hotels.
The hotels
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA
50 Third Street, San Francisco
8.84,500 reviews
Hyatt's global EarthCheck partnership covers this property, with reported reductions in water and energy use tracked at the brand level.8 min walk to Powell Street (BART Antioch/BART SFO/Millbrae/BART Richmond/Muni Metro F/Muni Metro J/Muni Metro K/Muni Metro L/Muni Metro M/Muni Metro N/Muni Metro T)
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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
757 Market Street, San Francisco
9.2286 reviews
The hotel participates in Four Seasons' global sustainability program, which includes food waste reduction targets and a shift to recyclable amenity packaging across its properties.5 min walk to Powell Street (BART Antioch/BART SFO/Millbrae/BART Richmond/Muni Metro F/Muni Metro J/Muni Metro K/Muni Metro L/Muni Metro M/Muni Metro N/Muni Metro T)
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The St. Regis San Francisco
125 Third Street, San Francisco
9.1228 reviews
Marriott's Serve 360 program applies to this property, covering energy and water reduction commitments and responsible sourcing standards for food and beverage operations.8 min walk to Powell Street (BART Antioch/BART SFO/Millbrae/BART Richmond/Muni Metro F/Muni Metro J/Muni Metro K/Muni Metro L/Muni Metro M/Muni Metro N/Muni Metro T)
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Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
8.91,000 reviews
Marriott's Serve 360 program covers this property, and the Palace has pursued energy efficiency upgrades within its historic building envelope, including LED retrofits across public spaces.3 min walk to Montgomery Street (BART Antioch/BART SFO/Millbrae/BART Richmond/Muni Metro F/Muni Metro J/Muni Metro K/Muni Metro L/Muni Metro M/Muni Metro N/Muni Metro T)
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W San Francisco
181 Third Street, San Francisco
8.6588 reviews
Marriott's Serve 360 program applies here, with the W San Francisco reporting participation in the brand's water conservation and single-use plastic reduction initiatives.9 min walk to Powell Street (BART Antioch/BART SFO/Millbrae/BART Richmond/Muni Metro F/Muni Metro J/Muni Metro K/Muni Metro L/Muni Metro M/Muni Metro N/Muni Metro T)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to SFMOMA?＋
The Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA at 50 3rd St is the closest hotel on this list, sitting at the same block as the museum with a 0-minute walk to the 3rd Street side of the building.
How far is SFMOMA from Powell Street BART station?＋
Powell Street BART and Muni Metro station is roughly 0.4 miles from SFMOMA's Howard Street entrance, which works out to about an 8-minute walk on flat ground heading south on 4th Street.
Are there mid-range hotels within walking distance of SFMOMA?＋
The W San Francisco at 181 3rd St is the most accessible mid-to-upper option on this list at 0.18 miles from the museum. For a broader set of mid-range picks, we have a separate page covering budget and mid-range hotels in SoMa.
What is the neighborhood around SFMOMA like for hotel guests?＋
SoMa (South of Market) is flat, walkable, and dense with restaurants, galleries, and event venues. Yerba Buena Gardens sits directly across Howard Street from the museum, and the Moscone Center is two blocks west on Howard. The Ferry Building is reachable in about 10 minutes on the F-Market streetcar from Market Street.
Do any of these hotels have pools?＋
Three hotels on this list have pools: the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco, The St. Regis San Francisco, and the Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco. All three are five-star properties within 0.14 miles of SFMOMA.
Is parking available near SFMOMA for hotel guests?＋
All five hotels on this list offer parking, either on-site or through a valet arrangement. Given the density of SoMa, valet is the most practical option; street parking in this corridor is limited and metered.
