Where to stay · Budget

Best budget neighbourhoods in San Francisco

Where to stay in San Francisco without overspending — the most affordable neighbourhoods that are still well-located and walkable.

All Budget Local feel Nightlife Families Walkability Most central

Top pick for budget

Mission District

The Latino heartbeat of SF — best burritos in America, world-class murals, and the sunniest microclimate in the city.

Mission District

Top pick

The Latino heartbeat of SF — best burritos in America, world-class murals, and the sunniest microclimate in the city.

9/10

Walk

6/10

Price

8/10

Local

7/10

Central

The Castro

Good

The birthplace of modern LGBTQ+ political culture — Harvey Milk's camera shop, the Castro Theatre, and a neighbourhood that changed the world.

9/10

Walk

6/10

Price

8/10

Local

7/10

Central

Hayes Valley

Trade-off

SF's most polished neighbourhood — boutique hotels, Sightglass Coffee, and the best post-symphony dining in the city.

9/10

Walk

5/10

Price

7/10

Local

8/10

Central

North Beach

Trade-off

City Lights bookstore, Vesuvio bar, Coit Tower, and the best espresso in SF — the Beat Generation still haunts these streets.

9/10

Walk

5/10

Price

7/10

Local

9/10

Central

Pacific Heights

Trade-off

SF's most beautiful Victorian streetscapes, jaw-dropping bay views, and the quiet confidence of old money.

8/10

Walk

4/10

Price

8/10

Local

6/10

Central

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