Places to stay near California Academy of Sciences

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 544 reviews

Cheerful Private Garden Studio

Open the French doors to the patio and linger over a sunny breakfast in this rare peaceful, quiet setting in the middle of the city. Private room with comfortable queen bed and bathroom with a separate entrance in a 1906 Victorian Single Family Home. Your entire space is independent from the main house with a patio and sitting area in our beautiful garden - an excellent place to enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. * Please note: There is no kitchen. ***NO SMOKING. Anything. Not even on front steps and back garden. No vaping If that is a problem, this may not be a good fit. Only guests who are part of the booking may spend the night. We offer: wifi, coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave, mini-fridge, dishes & glasses (I wash the dishes). Use of washing machine, dryer, iron, and steamer -just ask. Guests are welcome to sit outside on the patio and in the garden. We have lived in San Francisco for many years and are available to offer suggestions and directions. We respect your privacy, but are available for you. We look forward to meeting you! The suite sits in a residential neighborhood on the north side of the Panhandle, close to Golden Gate Park and with easy access to other parts of the city. The area features a mix of Victorian homes, small apartment buildings, and local restaurants. Transportation: 1/2 block to #21 Hayes bus -goes downtown; 1.5 blocks to #5 Fulton goes downtown and out to the beach #33 Stanyan crosstown to Castro & Mission areas, 4 Blocks to #43 Masonic-goes crosstown. Easily accessible to BART - just take the 21 Hayes to Civic Center station. Most of our guests travel around the city on public transportation. *Uber and Lyft come quickly when you call. Recommended for late night and going to and from the airport. You can also call taxis. *Parking: There is street parking available for no charge. During the night and weekends there are no time restrictions. During weekdays, there is a 2 hour time restriction on many blocks in SF. I can advise. Nearby there are a few streets without time restrictions. Guests who have had a car have managed well. Parking can be challenging in any city. We have a dog, but he does not go in the room, and he doesn't interact with guests unless they would like. He is 20 pounds Cavapoo (King Charles Cavalier Spaniel & Poodle) with hair, not fur, so hypo-allergenic. No Smoking of anything or vaping. Not even on the patio or front stairs. Only guests who are part of the booking may spend the night. We offer: wifi, coffee maker, electric kettle, microwave, mini-fridge, dishes & glasses (I wash the dishes). Iron and ironing board The suite sits in a residential neighborhood on the north side of the Panhandle, close to Golden Gate Park and with easy access to other parts of the city. The area features a mix of Victorian homes, small apartment buildings, and local restaurants. One block to GG Park. Public transportation nearby; Uber, Lyft, and taxis. Parking is not restricted at night and all day on weekends. On weekdays, there is a 2 hour limit. To help I have purchased some day passes, and you may reimburse me $8/day.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Home in Daly City

SF Amazing View & SUNroom: Spacious Private 1 bdrm

👋 Welcome to our spacious, clean, private getaway studio on Southern Hill in Daly City. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy a stunning view of day/night in clear days ☀️ - Easy street parking - Great Summit Loop Trail at San Bruno Mountain (6-min🚘) - Cow Palace Arena (8-min🚘) - H Mart grocery mall (10-min🚘) - 9.2 miles to SFO (17-min🚘) - 6.7 miles to Civic Center（>30-min🚘 w/ traffic or 20-min🚘 w/o traffic) - 11 miles to Fisherman's Wharf(>35-min🚘 w/ traffic or 23-min🚘 w/o traffic)

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 303 reviews

Entire Private Suite 1 Block from Golden Gate Park

Stay in a private guest suite in the heart of the Inner Sunset! This clean, cozy, and comfortable space is just one block from Golden Gate Park, surrounded by countless restaurants, banks, and grocery stores—all within walking distance. Convenient public transit options, including buses and light rail, make exploring San Francisco effortless. **5-min walk to GG Park 🚗 5-min drive to UCSF 🚗 7-min drive to Ocean Beach 🚗 10-min drive to the GG Bridge & SF Zoo 🚗 20-min drive to Downtown & SFO

Apartment in San Francisco

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 425 reviews

Private, modern Central Sunset suite

Come stay on the 1st floor of our beautiful 3-story house, complete with a separate entrance and private space including a bedroom, bathroom, living room, and kitchenette. You will also have access to our laundry room and backyard garden, and you can use our kitchen upon request. Please note that, while we try to be respectful about noise, sound travels easily in our place. We also have two children and a cat, so you are likely to hear us at times. People from all backgrounds are welcome!

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Fantastic views in stylish 1 bedroom oasis

Enjoy unbeatable views in the guest suite of remodeled midcentury home in the hills of SF's exclusive Clarendon heights. Watch the sunset behind the Golden Gate Bridge & take in sights like Alcatraz & Haight Ashbury from your private balcony while enjoying a glass of wine. Perfect for... Explorers, enjoy the city & surrounding area with day-trips thanks to safe, easy parking WFH, our daughter took her zoom calls for 2 years here UCSF visitors, take a break from the hospital in a homey apt

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews

Cottage in San Francisco

Beautiful Place next to Park Presidio & GG Park

Beautiful guest suite in our home next to Park Presidio with high ceiling and calm, transitional decor. Fully appointed with fine appliances and furniture. Full bathroom with tons of hot water. Ready with full appliances: microwave, fridge, coffee machine and roaster. 55 inch TV and a beautiful garden area will compete for your attention. Fast Wi-fi connection and heating. Located in one of the best areas of San Francisco, next to amazing local restaurants and many tourist attractions.

Superhost

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 549 reviews

Safe area. Metro 12 mins to d'town. Park/EV charge

Experience tranquil SF charm! Explore West Portal, a timeless transit village with delightful local restaurants & cafes just 5 mins away on foot. Or take a 12-min subway ride to the heart of downtown. Trains run every 3-5 mins most of the day. My family has been hosting since Airbnb was a little-known startup. We work hard to make sure each guest has a cozy & memorable stay. If you have an EV, let us know when booking to reserve our dedicated driveway spot with FREE Level 2 charging.

Superhost

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Tranquil Guest Suite next to Golden Gate Park

Enjoy your private getaway trip to our San Francisco Sunset District! This newly refurbished Airbnb sleeps perfectly for a single , a couple or a couple with a child traveling for business or leisure in San Francisco. 3 blocks to Golden Gate Park. Close to Irving Street which is a commercial street full of restaurants and grocery shops. One and half blocks to N car stop which takes you directly to UCSF and downtown. Laundry: Coin operated washer and dryer in the building.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Quiet, spacious, private suite with patio.

Quiet, calm suite by Golden Gate Park, a wonderful airy space to come home and relax. Great neighborhood to hang out in (ranked in 2024 by Time Out magazine as one of "coolest neighbourhoods in the world", and top ranked in the Bay Area) close to some of SF's great spots -10 mins to De Young Art Museum, Cal Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers; Clement Street restaurants and stores; also close to The Presido, Golden Gate Bridge. Newly renovated with fast wifi.

Apartment in San Francisco

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 239 reviews

Park Place North | Inner Richmond

Situate yourself in our cozy Golden Gate Park apartment and explore San Francisco's natural beauty, local restaurants, and world-class museums. This one-bedroom has a private entrance and well-appointed rooms, with cable TV, a gym-quality elliptical and secure WiFi. There is a living area with comfy chairs and ample desk space, plus a dining table and chairs for sharing simple meals. The unit is suitable for a couple, a couple with a small child or solo traveler.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Home in San Francisco

Private Suite in San Francisco

The space is a comfortable and fully private bedroom, bathroom, and dining room located in a safe and convenient neighborhood. Golden Gate park, Walgreens, good restaurants, banks, and boba shops are all located within a few blocks. Easy access to public transportation 1 block away will take you to Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio, Baker's Beach, Downtown, Union Square, Chinatown, UCSF, Ocean Beach, Stonestown, and SFSU in half an hour or less.