What's it like in Polk Gulch?

Polk Gulch is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and bars.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Polk Gulch, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Polk Gulch.

What is there to do around this San Francisco neighbourhood?

Pier 39 and Oracle Park are some popular places to visit in the area around Polk Gulch. While you're out sightseeing in San Francisco, make sure that you visit other sights such as Haas-Lilienthal House or Van Ness Avenue.

How can I get around Polk Gulch and the greater San Francisco area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? California St & Polk St Stop is the closest metro station.

Top 10 Polk Gulch Hotels of 2026

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1. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.8 km from Polk Gulch

Thomas D

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

2. Comfort Inn by the Bay

Cow Hollow, 1 km from Polk Gulch

Michael

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Nob Hill, 0.3 km from Polk Gulch

shalaka

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

4. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.7 km from Polk Gulch

Scott Eugene

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

5. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.6 km from Polk Gulch

Lina

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

6. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.7 km from Polk Gulch

Spencer

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

7. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.8 km from Polk Gulch

Henry

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

8. Star Motel

Cow Hollow, 1.2 km from Polk Gulch

Alicia

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

9. Castle Inn

Nob Hill, 0.4 km from Polk Gulch

Sheri

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31 Aug - 1 Sept

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

1.2 km from Polk Gulch

Paul

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31 Aug - 1 Sept

11. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

2.9 km from Polk Gulch

angelica

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

12. La Casa Inn

Marina District, 1.1 km from Polk Gulch

Shadi

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

13. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Financial District, 2.2 km from Polk Gulch

Ardavan

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

14. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

Marina District, 1.7 km from Polk Gulch

Radu

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

15. Stanford Court San Francisco

Nob Hill, 1 km from Polk Gulch

Amy

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

16. Buena Vista Motor Inn

Cow Hollow, 1.1 km from Polk Gulch

Tania

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Union Square, 1.3 km from Polk Gulch

Esteban

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. Argonaut Hotel

Fisherman's Wharf, 1.7 km from Polk Gulch

Michelle

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30 Aug - 31 Aug

19. Hotel Majestic

0.7 km from Polk Gulch

Kendra

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

20. Coventry Motor Inn

Cow Hollow, 1.4 km from Polk Gulch

Kelly

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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Where to stay in Polk Gulch

Find the best Polk Gulch areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A street with shops, including a crystal shop and a crepes cafe.

Fisherman's Wharf

Dating back to the middle of the 19th Century, this historic wharf has been through many incarnations. Today it’s bursting with fun, sea lions and restaurants.

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A cityscape with tall buildings, a central plaza with palm trees, and a flag on one of the buildings.

Union Square

Fashion puts its best foot forward in this vast shopping plaza.

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A trolley on a street with buildings and a clock tower.

Downtown San Francisco

Known for its fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Francisco. Top attractions like Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are major draws. Catch the metro at Market St & 5th St Stop or Market St & Taylor St Stop to see more of the city.

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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a central park with pathways, and a few people walking.

South of Market

From baseball games to top-notch art exhibits, find endless entertainment in one of San Francisco’s fastest-growing neighborhoods.

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A street lined with historic buildings, parked cars, and a clear blue sky.

Nob Hill

Examine architecturally significant buildings, visit the Cable Car Museum and enjoy magnificent views of greater San Francisco in this affluent district.

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Top Polk Gulch Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience"

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great hotel - super clean, but felt like the room was a little outdated. Housekeeping was wonderful and thorough. This is only personal preference, but the pillows were extremely uncomfortable as well. And just one last minor request - include paper and pens in your rooms please. :)"

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent

"Love the location and the rooms are very nice. Can be noisy from guests above ,if you are on a lower floor. The food at breakfast is wonderful and plentiful but having to wait in line to get in was not fun. Always crowded and noisy. Wish they would give you complimentary coffee while you wait!"

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Our top choices for Polk Gulch hotels

1. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

2. Comfort Inn by the Bay

3. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

4. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Fisherman's Wharf by IHG

5. Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

6. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

7. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

8. Star Motel

9. Castle Inn

10. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

11. Hyatt Place San Francisco Downtown

12. La Casa Inn

13. Hyatt Regency San Francisco

14. Cow Hollow Inn & Suites

15. Stanford Court San Francisco

16. Buena Vista Motor Inn

17. Grand Hyatt San Francisco

18. Argonaut Hotel

19. Hotel Majestic

20. Coventry Motor Inn

Where to stay in Polk Gulch

Fisherman's Wharf

Union Square

Downtown San Francisco

South of Market

Nob Hill

Top Polk Gulch Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

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