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San Francisco hotels with free cancellation, Nov 28 to Dec 1, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 3 nights, Saturday to Tuesday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 8 of the 38 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every rate below could be cancelled free when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link confirms the current terms before you book. The San Francisco selection spans Financial District & Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf & North Beach, Nob Hill, Downtown & Union Square, SoMa & Moscone Center, Marina & Cow Hollow and Tenderloin & Civic Center. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Downtown and Union Square: stay here for transit and theaters, not neighborhood charm. SoMa and Moscone Center: a purpose-built choice for conventions and museums, not effortless neighborhood wandering. Tenderloin and Civic Center: visit for food and performing arts; choose your sleeping address carefully. Financial District and Embarcadero: an easy waterfront base for airport arrivals, business and quieter evenings.

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San Francisco hotels with free cancellation, Nov 28 to Dec 1, 2026

Every rate below could be cancelled free when Axel saw it for these dates; the live link confirms the current terms before you book. The San Francisco selection spans Financial District & Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf & North Beach, Nob Hill, Downtown & Union Square, SoMa & Moscone Center, Marina & Cow Hollow and Tenderloin & Civic Center. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Compound search: hotels whose rate for these dates could be cancelled free, located in San Francisco (Financial District & Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf & North Beach, Nob Hill, Downtown & Union Square, SoMa & Moscone Center, Marina & Cow Hollow and Tenderloin & Civic Center); check-in 2026-11-28, check-out 2026-12-01, 3 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: Downtown & Union Square; SoMa & Moscone Center; Tenderloin & Civic Center; Financial District & Embarcadero. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-11-28 to 2026-12-01; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (8 of 38 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Downtown & Union Square: Stay here for transit and theaters, not neighborhood charm. Typical $265 a night. Subway: Powell BART/Muni Metro, the T subway and Powell cable cars are nearby.
  • SoMa & Moscone Center: A purpose-built choice for conventions and museums, not effortless neighborhood wandering. Typical $386 a night. Subway: Use T at Yerba Buena/Moscone and BART/Muni at Powell or Montgomery.
  • Tenderloin & Civic Center: Visit for food and performing arts; choose your sleeping address carefully. Typical $216 a night. Subway: Civic Center BART/Muni Metro, Market Street’s F streetcar and Van Ness buses serve different parts of the neighborhood.
  • Financial District & Embarcadero: An easy waterfront base for airport arrivals, business and quieter evenings. Typical $356 a night. Subway: Embarcadero and Montgomery offer BART/Muni Metro.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Chapter San Francisco — 2-star, independent

2. Tilden Hotel — 3-star, independent

3. Touchstone Hotel - City Center — 3-star, independent

4. Grant Plaza Hotel — 2-star, independent

5. Castle Inn — 2-star, independent

6. The Andrews Hotel — 4-star, independent

More hotels in the area (32)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1, 2026
  1. Chapter San Francisco, Tenderloin & Civic Center
    #1 of 6 · Tenderloin & Civic Center

    Chapter San Francisco

    2-star · Independent

    $84a night · Nov 28 to Dec 1

    A cheaper solo base with more bunk privacy, work lounges and shared cooking basics. You accept shared bathrooms, dorm noise, stairs and limited reception hours. 25 minutes' walk to Union Square shopping district.

    Nov 28 to Dec 1, two adults: $251 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 17, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Tilden Hotel, Downtown & Union Square
    #2 of 6 · Downtown & Union Square

    Tilden Hotel

    3-star · Independent

    $88a night · Nov 28 to Dec 1

    A cheaper theater-and-transit base whose clearest strength is welcoming staff. You accept thin walls, uneven upkeep, elevator trouble and divisive street surroundings. Eight minutes' walk to Union Square shopping district.

    $57/night less than Expedia (37%)

    Axel $193 vs $308 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 28 to Dec 1, two adults: $265 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 17, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Touchstone Hotel - City Center, Downtown & Union Square
    #3 of 6 · Downtown & Union Square

    Touchstone Hotel - City Center

    3-star · Independent

    $92a night · Nov 28 to Dec 1

    Friendly, no-frills downtown value for travelers who only need a simple sleeping base. You accept snug older rooms, no AC and possible street noise. Six minutes' walk to Union Square shopping district.

    $13/night less than Expedia (10%)

    Axel $230 vs $256 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight.

    Nov 28 to Dec 1, two adults: $276 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 17, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Grant Plaza Hotel, Financial District & Embarcadero
    #4 of 6 · Financial District & Embarcadero

    Grant Plaza Hotel

    2-star · Independent

    $92a night · Nov 28 to Dec 1

    One of the cheapest Chinatown sleeping bases, with helpful reception and simple ensuite rooms. You accept thin walls, no AC and compact rooms with often-firm beds. Seven minutes' walk to Union Square shopping district, 20 minutes' walk to Ferry Building.

    Nov 28 to Dec 1, two adults: $275 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 17, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Castle Inn, Marina & Cow Hollow
    #5 of 6 · Marina & Cow Hollow

    Castle Inn

    2-star · Independent

    $95a night · Nov 28 to Dec 1

    Cheaper practical comfort with included parking, air conditioning and useful room appliances. You accept dated furnishings, tight parking and limited check-in hours. 25 minutes' walk to Union Square shopping district.

    Nov 28 to Dec 1, two adults: $285 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 17, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. The Andrews Hotel, Downtown & Union Square
    #6 of 6 · Downtown & Union Square

    The Andrews Hotel

    4-star · Independent

    $103a night · Nov 28 to Dec 1

    Cheaper historic character with friendly service, continental breakfast and an on-site restaurant. You accept compact rooms, street noise and no room air conditioning. Seven minutes' walk to Union Square shopping district.

    $71/night less than Booking.com (41%)

    Axel $205 vs $348 on Booking.com for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026.

    Nov 28 to Dec 1, two adults: $309 all in for 3 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 17, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

8 of 38 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Hotel Bijou - Union Square · Downtown · 4-star$123/night less than Expedia (47%)

    Axel $284 vs $531 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  2. 2. The Andrews Hotel · Downtown · 4-star$71/night less than Booking.com (41%)

    Axel $205 vs $348 on Booking.com for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 22, 2026. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  3. 3. Tilden Hotel · Downtown · 3-star$57/night less than Expedia (37%)

    Axel $193 vs $308 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  4. 4. The Mosser · SoMa · 3-star$43/night less than Expedia (27%)

    Axel $232 vs $318 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  5. 5. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square · Fisherman's Wharf · 5-star$253/night less than Expedia (14%)

    Axel $3,074 vs $3,579 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 2 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  6. 6. Touchstone Hotel - City Center · Downtown · 3-star$13/night less than Expedia (10%)

    Axel $230 vs $256 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 28, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  7. 7. Hotel Del Sol · Marina · 3-star$12/night less than Expedia (5%)

    Axel $494 vs $519 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

  8. 8. Galleria Park Hotel · Financial District · 4-star$3/night less than Expedia (2%)

    Axel $330 vs $336 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026. Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

32 more
  1. 1. Hotel EPIK · Tenderloin · 2-star$103Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  2. 2. The Mosser · SoMa · 3-star$43/night less than Expedia (27%)$107Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  3. 3. The Pickwick Hotel · SoMa · 3-star$124Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  4. 4. Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Bay · Marina · 2-star$134Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  5. 5. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG · Tenderloin · 3-star$137Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  6. 6. Hotel Majestic · Tenderloin · 3-star$153Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  7. 7. Hotel Zephyr San Francisco · Fisherman's Wharf · 4-star$164Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  8. 8. Hotel Del Sol · Marina · 3-star$12/night less than Expedia (5%)$165Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  9. 9. Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf · Fisherman's Wharf · 4-star$166Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  10. 10. Hilton San Francisco Union Square · Downtown · 4-star$174Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  11. 11. Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf Hotel · Fisherman's Wharf · 4-star$177Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  12. 12. Hotel Triton Union Square San Francisco · Financial District · 4-star$179Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  13. 13. Hilton San Francisco Financial District · Financial District · 4-star$187Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  14. 14. Argonaut Hotel · Fisherman's Wharf · 4-star$198Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  15. 15. Parc 55 San Francisco-A Hilton Hotel · Downtown · 4-star$203Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  16. 16. The Phoenix Hotel · Tenderloin · 3-star$216Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  17. 17. WorldMark San Francisco · Nob Hill · 2-star$223Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  18. 18. Galleria Park Hotel · Financial District · 4-star$3/night less than Expedia (2%)$225Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  19. 19. The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square · Downtown · 4-star$242Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  20. 20. Taj Campton Place · Downtown · 5-star$250Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  21. 21. San Francisco Proper Hotel · Tenderloin · 4-star$272Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  22. 22. Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion · Tenderloin · 5-star$292Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  23. 23. LUMA Hotel San Francisco · SoMa · 4-star$297Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  24. 24. InterContinental San Francisco by IHG · SoMa · 4-star$307Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  25. 25. Omni San Francisco Hotel · Financial District · 4-star$323Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  26. 26. Hotel Bijou - Union Square · Downtown · 4-star$123/night less than Expedia (47%)$330Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  27. 27. San Francisco Marriott Marquis · SoMa · 4-star$335Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  28. 28. Fairmont San Francisco · Nob Hill · 4-star$373Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  29. 29. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco · SoMa · 5-star$399Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  30. 30. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco · Nob Hill · 5-star$555Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  31. 31. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco · SoMa · 5-star$578Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
  32. 32. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square · Fisherman's Wharf · 5-star$253/night less than Expedia (14%)$1,060Rooms for Nov 28 to Dec 1
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