For a dawn flight out of San Francisco International Airport (SFO), book the Grand Hyatt at SFO: it's on the airport campus, and the AirTrain gets you to the International Terminal in about 4 minutes. The other four are in Millbrae and Burlingame with free shuttles, and the Aloft and the Westin are a short walk from Millbrae BART.
How we ranked these SFO airport hotels
We looked at airport hotels in Millbrae, Burlingame and on the SFO campus, and checked that each is open and easy to reach from the terminals.
The list mixes one hotel on the airport's own train, two by BART and two on shuttles, because a layover, a 6 a.m. flight and a trip into the city each need something different.
SFO airport hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Taxi to SFO | Shuttle | Nearest BART |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Hyatt at SFO | 4 | 4 min | Yes | SFO BART (on-campus AirTrain) |
| Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport | 4 | 6 min | Yes | Millbrae BART (1 min walk) |
| The Westin San Francisco Airport | 4 | 7 min | Yes | Millbrae BART (5 min walk) |
| Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport | 4 | 8 min | Yes | SFO BART via AirTrain |
| DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport | 4 | 9 min | Yes | SFO BART via AirTrain |
Transfer tips for SFO travelers
- The SFO AirTrain runs 24 hours and connects all terminals to the BART SFO station at no extra charge beyond your BART fare.
- BART's Yellow and Red lines both run from SFO straight to downtown San Francisco, about 30 minutes away.
- Hotel shuttles at SFO pick up at the Hotel Courtesy Shuttle Zone on the center island of the Departures/Ticketing level roadway, at every terminal.
- Rideshare pickup for the domestic terminals is on Level 5 of the Domestic Garage. Budget an extra 5 to 8 minutes to reach the pickup zone from baggage claim.
- If you're staying at the Grand Hyatt at SFO, you can reach the hotel via AirTrain without leaving the airport campus, the fastest way to an early flight.
What to expect from SFO-area hotel transfers
Most hotels along Airport Blvd and Bayshore Hwy are 5 to 10 minutes from the terminal by taxi or rideshare, but actual door-to-gate time depends on which terminal you're departing from and whether you factor in the AirTrain connection between terminals.
Hotels in Millbrae, such as the Aloft and the Westin, are a short walk from Millbrae Station, on the same BART line as SFO. On an early or late flight, a hotel shuttle takes surge pricing out of the picture. We have a separate page for hotels near Oakland International Airport if you're flying through OAK instead.
The hotels
Grand Hyatt at SFO
55 South McDonnell Rd, San Francisco, Millbrae
10.02,167 reviews
5 min walk to SFO BART Station (Yellow Line)
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Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport
401 East Millbrae Avenue, Millbrae
8.31,686 reviews
1 min walk to Millbrae BART Station (Yellow Line/Red Line)
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The Westin San Francisco Airport
1 Old Bayshore Highway, Millbrae
8.21,921 reviews
5 min walk to Millbrae BART Station (Yellow Line/Red Line)
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
1333 Bayshore Highway, Burlingame
8.31,222 reviews
20 min walk to SFO BART Station (Yellow Line)
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DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
835 Airport Boulevard, Burlingame
8.0611 reviews
18 min walk to SFO BART Station (Yellow Line)
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to SFO airport?＋
The Grand Hyatt at SFO is on the airport campus at 55 S McDonnell Rd and connects to the International Terminal via the on-campus AirTrain in about 4 minutes. Nothing else on this list gets you to your gate faster.
Do SFO airport hotels offer free shuttles?＋
All five hotels on this list offer complimentary airport shuttles. The Grand Hyatt uses the on-campus AirTrain rather than a shuttle vehicle. The Aloft, Westin, Hyatt Regency, and DoubleTree each run dedicated shuttle buses to and from SFO. Hotel shuttles pick up on the center island of the Departures/Ticketing level roadway.
Can I get to SFO by BART from these hotels?＋
Yes. The Aloft and the Westin are both within walking distance of Millbrae BART Station, a 4-minute BART ride from SFO BART Station. From SFO BART, the AirTrain connects to all terminals at no extra charge. The other three hotels are farther from a BART station and rely on shuttles or taxis for the airport leg.
How long does it take to get from SFO to downtown San Francisco by BART?＋
BART runs from SFO BART Station to downtown San Francisco, including Civic Center/UN Plaza, in about 30 minutes. Trains continue to Powell Street, Montgomery Street and Embarcadero.
Where do rideshare and taxi pickups happen at SFO?＋
Rideshare pickups for SFO's domestic terminals are on Level 5 of the Domestic Garage. Budget an extra 5 to 8 minutes to reach the pickup zone after collecting your bags, especially during peak arrival windows.
Which hotels near SFO are within 10 minutes of the terminals?＋
All five on this list. The Hyatt Regency, DoubleTree by Hilton, Aloft, Westin and Grand Hyatt are within 10 minutes of SFO by taxi and offer complimentary transfers to the terminal.
