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Local Accommodations in San Francisco, CA

A good place to stay nearest the Fort Mason center where classes are held is the youth hostel right next door. They have four private rooms running around $70-80/night.

http://www.norcalhostels.org/fishermanswharf.html

There is also a wonderful place to stay called The Red Victorian Bed&Breakfast in the Haight Ashbury district - this is not as close as the hostel, but has easy public transportation access to everywhere in SF.

http://www.redvic.com/. The owner is Sami Sunchild, and the reservations manager is named Rosie - very sweet, tell her Denise Hontiveros referred you and they should give you a good rate if you are staying 5 days or a week.

Motels & Bed & Breakfast Inns

Heading south and west of Fort Mason Center will take you to “motel row” on Lombard Street where you’ll find Bed & Breakfast Inns and several motels for the more budget-minded traveler. Three blocks away is Union Street, one of the most charming shopping and eating areas in San Francisco.

Edward II Bed & Breakfast           

A real charmer in a super location, Edward II offers a Continental Breakfast. A three-story inn with

Englishcountry motif, luxury carriage house suites and whirlpool baths are what you’ll find offered here.

3155 Scott Street at Lombard, San Francisco, CA 94123;  (415) 922-3000, (800) 473-2846

Marina Inn

A charming English-style country inn, this is your best bet for the money.  Reasonably priced, the Inn has forty rooms, each filled with warmth and romance. An elegant marble lobby welcomes you to this four-story Victorian hotel built in 1924.  Each of the sleeping rooms offers pine furnishings, a poster bed, soft comforter, fresh flowers, and delicately colored wallpaper. A queen-size bed, private bath/shower; telephone and color television accentuates your privacy and comfort.  A delicious continental breakfast is included.

3110 Octavia at Lombard, San Francisco, CA, 94123; (415) 928-1000

Chelsea Motor Inn

New in 1982, the Chelsea offers the ultimate in comfortable accommodations.  Spacious rooms feature king-size or extra-long double beds with Serta Perfect-Sleeper mattresses.  Every room is tastefully furnished, offering color television, coffee, individually controlled heat and air conditioning, attractive bath-vanity area and a comfortable seating and work area. Ground-level inside parking affords extra convenience.

2095 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94123; (415) 563-5600

Coventry Motor Inn

New in 1984, Coventry has been designed to offer discriminating travelers enjoyable accommodations in a location convenient to all parts of the Bay Area. Spacious rooms have king-size or extra-long double beds and include a convenient seating/work area and large bath/vanity area.  Individually controlled heat and air conditioning, direct dial phone, color television and in-room coffee.  Indoor parking affords extra convenience. 

1901 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94123; (415) 567-1200

Cow Hollow Motor Inn

Located on the site of the former dairy farm of  E. K. Knight, this property retains the name of the district in San Francisco known as “Cow Hollow” which was made up of thirty dairies in the late 1800’s. Rooms have king-size or extra-long double beds and color television, individually controlled heat and air-conditioning, coffee maker, comfortable seating work area.

2190 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94123; (415) 921-5800

Buena Vista Motor Inn

The comfortable, well-appointed rooms with superior amenities are exceptional values and the "family

friendly" staff will make your visit enjoyable and carefree.  Spacious rooms with free in-room coffee and tea, cable TV, king and queen-size beds and individually controlled heat and air conditioning.

1599 Lombard Street at Gough, San Francisco, CA, 94123; (415) 923-9600,  (800) 835-4980

H O T E L S

The Fisherman’s Wharf Cow Hollow area offers a number of fine hotels at the end of a delightful fifteen-minute walk from Fort Mason Center. These properties offer easy access to one of the most unique shopping areas in the city.

Laurel Inn

The Laurel Inn is a stylish boutique hotel located in San Francisco’s Pacific Heights neighborhood.  Built in 1963, this newly renovated hotel includes classic 1960s architecture and a sophisticated and comfortable interior. There are 49 guestrooms including 18 rooms with kitchenettes, half the rooms have stunning downtown views, complimentary continental breakfast served in the lobby, free indoor parking, walking distance to many areas of interest, especially the Presidio. 

444 Presidio Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94111 415. 567.8467. For other hotels nearby call 1.800.SF.TRIPS.

Holiday Inn at Fisherman’s Wharf

Ideally situated in the center of the Wharf area, the Holiday Inn, with 580  attractively furnished rooms, is perfect for the meeting planner and business traveler.  Each room has free in-room movies. It also features two restaurants, one specializing in a seafood extravaganza, and a lounge with nightly entertainment. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine bar, outdoor heated pool, and parking available for registered guests.  One block from the cable car line. Handicapped facilities available.

1300 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133 415. 771.9000

Hotel Del Sol

Once a  50s-style  motor lodge, this playful hotel has been   newly   transformed  to offer the unique and

personalized service of a boutique hotel. Designed to  celebrate California’s lively culture  Hotel Del Sol

is a cheerful explosion with 57 guest rooms including 10 one-bedroom suites, free parking, heated  swim-

ming pool and sauna, concierge services, complimentary coffee and tea service each morning. The Hotel

Del Sol is the perfect choice in a convenient location.

 3100 Webster Street, San Francisco, CA 94123. 415.921.5520  For other hotels near by call 1.800.SF.TRIPS. 

Hyde Park Suites

Pamper yourself in luxury at the Hyde Park Suites.  Twenty-four elegantly appointed suites with full kitchens,  separate  living  rooms, two color television sets and  views  of  the  bay.  Complimentary amenities include nightly wine reception turndown service, morning coffee Danish  and  newspaper, specially-scented soaps and thick terry cloth robes, complimentary limousine transportation.  Concierge service is available around the clock.

2655 Hyde Street, San Francisco, CA  94109 415. 771.0200

Marriott

The San Francisco Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf is a warmly elegant and intimate hotel. It is located in the heart of San Francisco’s most popular neighborhood: the world-renowned Fisherman’s Wharf.  The hotel features 225 beautifully appointed guestrooms and  meeting/banquet  space to   accommodate up  to  300 guests.  A perfect setting for both business and pleasure!  Spada restaurant serves a delicious breakfast buffet and California cuisine for dinner.

1250 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133 415.775.7555

SHERATON

The  Sheraton  at Fisherman’s Wharf, a full service hotel, features 524 guestrooms, room service,  heated outdoor  poll, restaurant and lounge, tour desk and concierge service. Located in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf, the hotel is a short walk away from Pier 39, Ghiradelli Square and the famous cable cars.

2500 Mason Street,, San Francisco, CA 94133 415. 362.5500

Please feel free to checkout the following URL if you are interested in local hostels:
http://www.hostels.com/us.ca.sf.html

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