The 10 Best Cheap Motels in San Francisco (with Prices)

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Coventry Motor Inn

US$285

US$226

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Travelocity

US$285

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US$285

TripAdvisor

US$226

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1,756 reviews

#1 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“A bit far away from the main touristy areas in SF but still within walking distance or a cheap uber ride.”
“The staff are lovely and while the hotels a bit dated it is clean, comfortable and comparatively cheap to other hotels in San Francisco.”

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Castle Inn

US$216

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US$220

Agoda.com

US$216

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US$220

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928 reviews

#2 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“It still isn’t cheap, just compared to other hotel rooms in good areas of expensive SF it is Check in was efficient, with Marshall giving us a map on which he marked things to see/do, and areas of downtown to avoi...”
“The Castle Inn is the perfect place to launch a budget family vacation in San Francisco.”

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Chelsea Inn

US$285

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Travelocity

US$285

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US$285

Hotels.com

US$285

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807 reviews

#3 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Convenient and cheap public transportation (prepare the exact fare - $1.25, in case you are seniors) to explore the city center.”
“We walked to Ghirardelli Square and then on to Fisherman's Wharf and it was an easy, cheap bus ride back to the hotel.”

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Inn at Golden Gate

US$206

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Travelocity

US$208

TripAdvisor

US$206

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256 reviews

#4 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Great budget hotel with convenient public transport nearby.”
“This is a typical older motel like others on Lombard. Prices are reasonable, rooms are somewhat updated, and it suits the purpose to stay in the city. The main complaint is that they offer "free parking" in a…”

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Cow Hollow Inn and Suites

US$215

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US$215

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US$215

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1,364 reviews

#5 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Surrounded by a range of restaurants and eateries - can’t help with fine dining but we had very good and cheap meals at Los Hermanos, Super Duper and Glaze Teriyaki.”
“Is also on the main bus routes to the city centre, Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf (bus transport is cheap and regular...ticket validity was a bit random, but should last at least 2 hours so can hop on and off).”

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Buena Vista Motor Inn

US$200

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US$197

TripAdvisor

US$197

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855 reviews

#6 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“The hotel fits within our budget and offers all we needed for a short vacation trip.”
“Overall it was great considering the relatively cheap price.”

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Royal Pacific Motor Inn

US$217

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Travelocity

US$221

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US$221

Agoda.com

US$217

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509 reviews

#7 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Great Budget Motel with Free Parking”
“I'd describe this as a budget hotel and is ideal as a base.”

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Hotel Zephyr

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Travelocity

US$167

Orbitz.com

US$167

Otel.com

US$259

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3,084 reviews

#8 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“It is ideally situated with good places to eat breakfast very close, car hire places of budget, sixt and Avis two/three blocks away, blazing saddles and Alcatraz bike hire a few blocks away and of course fisherman...”
“It's location is great and with transport as cheap as chips everywhere is within reach when it comes to exploring San Francisco, but a great start can be had with Pier 39 right on your doorstep.”

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Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-SOMA

US$221

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Travelocity

US$226

ZenHotels.com

US$215

Cancelon

US$234

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184 reviews

#9 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Its a value hotel. It's a bit worn. Mostly scratch and dent kind of issues. The bedding was clean and comfortable. The shower was wonderful. I wish the window has a screen. The room has a small fridge which...”
“We had a very good stay-- Friendly Staff Knowledgable in recommending nice city attractions. Very convenient to all City Attractions! NOT LIKE A OTHER HOTEL FELT AT HOME I WILL BE COMING BACK NEXT TIME”

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Columbus Motor Inn

US$269

US$258

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US$258

Travelocity

US$263

ZenHotels.com

US$269

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1,382 reviews

#10 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“This time around, we were spending 2 nights in SF at the end of a 3 week roadtrip decided to do one hotel more budget (this one) and then the final night being a bit more of a splurge at another hotel on the Embar...”
“So when I found that Columbus Motor Inn had something for our budget, I was already glad.”

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Super 8 by Wyndham San Francisco/Near the Marina

US$290

US$261

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Travelocity

US$263

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US$263

Cancelon

US$290

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642 reviews

#11 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Hands down, if you're looking for a budget-friendly stay in SF, this is as good as it gets in my opinion.”
“When we travel, we are looking for clean, safe and cheap.”

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Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco

US$281

US$252

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Travelocity

US$254

TripAdvisor

US$252

Cancelon

US$281

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1,271 reviews

#12 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“A budget hotel some way from Downtown, but a free (off peak) PresidGo bus regularly travels to Embarcadero BART.”
“Excellent hotel for those on a budget!”

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Motel Capri

US$356

US$131

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Travelocity

US$140

TripAdvisor

US$131

Cancelon

US$356

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586 reviews

#13 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“This motel is a budget motel in a great location, within walking distance to many sights.”
“Best in San Fran with a budget”

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La Luna Inn

US$227

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Travelocity

US$240

bedfinder

US$202

TripAdvisor

US$227

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753 reviews

#14 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“If you're on a tight budget or would rather spend your money on attractions, you can definitely choose this hotel with an easy mind.”
“It was an easy and cheap uber to Fisherman’s Wharf, or a 20 min walk.”

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Nob Hill Motor Inn

US$153

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Travelocity

US$156

Lol.travel

US$129

Otel.com

US$162

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845 reviews

#15 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“We stayed here for three nights for the San Francisco leg of our road trip. When we checked in she mentioned we had a nice room (112) as we were staying for three nights. It was huge - though this is standard in…”
“The Nob Hill Motor Inn had convenient parking. Our family suite was large had ample sleeping arrangements as well as a nice kitchenette. The location was within walking distance to Lombard Street, Ghirardelli...”

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Presidio Inn & Suites

US$191

US$165

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US$165

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US$191

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233 reviews

#16 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“No doubt this is a no-fuss hotel and the rooms are being upgraded, the service really needs an upgrade too. The lift is old and noisy. We were stuck in it for a good 10 mins. Sent me into a state of panic...”
“Do not stay here. Unsafe for single young women. Dirty. Checkin staff came to room to ask guest (my daughter) out to drink alcohol and smoke marijuana after she repeatedly told him no at checkin. She felt unsafe.”

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Civic Center Inn

US$132

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Travelocity

US$127

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US$127

Expedia.com

US$127

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290 reviews

#17 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“This place is very cheap - incredibly cheap when you take into account two nights free parking in SFcame with the room price.”
“This place needs to be shut down. Not ONE room has a smoke alarm. Several rooms does not have hot water. CDs perform oral sex acts OUTSIDE on the stair NIGHTLY Watch out for the Light skin skinny black...”

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Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Central

US$127

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TripAdvisor

US$121

Agoda.com

US$121

Otel.com

US$141

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1,221 reviews

#18 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Website said it was the closest property to the golden gate, however it was still a long way from there. The breakfast was very very limited. You either got waffles or waffles. A couple of cereal choices and bread...”
“Totally opened space with access to any other parts of motel. Nobody has not been guarding the surrounding. So you could see time to time someone drunks crossing over the parking. The room was really poor, small…”

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City Center Inn & Suites - San Francisco

US$144

US$112

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US$114

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US$112

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US$144

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260 reviews

#19 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Avoid making a reservation here. In case of cancellation it's impossible to do it. I reserved via the hotel website. There is no tlink to make the cancellation, and when calling they say it's not theirs.”
“Charged twice on separate CCs. Staff rude and unwilling to help, so just having to deal with CC company. Made us change rooms midway through our stay. Spiders in the room. Dead one in the trash, not sure why…”

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Francisco Bay Inn

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US$145

ZenHotels.com

US$139

Cancelon

US$156

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605 reviews

#20 Best Value of 20 Cheap Motels in San Francisco

“Only stayed two days following a cruise. One of the least costly facilities in the HORRIBLY EXPENSIVE city of San Francisco. Breakfast was much less than "Continental". Sweet rolls, pastries and coffee. Can't...”
“We highly recommend to anyone considering this facility to Google Earth Lombard Street to the west of the hotel. Both sides of the street are LINED with similar quality hotels. Comparison shop before choosing...”

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