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San Francisco (California) Hotels with 18+ Check-In

When looking to book a hotel in San Francisco as an 18-year-old, your options are limited. Luckily you do have a few options across various price ranges.

In this guide, we’ll take a look through some of the more popular hotels. We’ve also included a section looking at alternatives to hotels for 18-year-olds before finishing off with some FAQs.

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Important: Hotels may change their policy before we have a chance to update our website. Be sure to double-check the minimum age to check in before booking.

10 Hotels in San Francisco with 18+ Check-In

We’ve rounded up some popular hotels in San Francisco that allow 18-year-olds to check in. You have a few options including plenty located centrally near all of the popular attractions. For each hotel, we’ll list key points on the location, amenities, and areas where the hotel is highly rated.

Important: You will likely be required to provide I.D. and a credit card when checking in.

1. LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Price: High | Stars: 4

Located in Mission Bay, 450 yards from Oracle Park. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Fitness center
  • Facilities for disabled guests
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2. Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf

Price: Mid | Stars: 4

Located close to Pier 39. The hotel is 15 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
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3. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located on the Powell Cable Car Line, a 2-minute walk from cafes and shopping at Tiffany’s, Macy’s, and Niketown. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
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4. The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel

Price: Mid | Stars: 4

Located 1 block from Union Square. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
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5. Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Price: High | Stars: 4

Located near the Curran and ACT theaters and 2 blocks from Union Square and Westfield shopping center. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
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6. Stanford Court San Francisco

Price: High | Stars: 4

Located adjacent to the Powell and California cable car stop. A 10-minute walk from San Francisco’s Union Square, Chinatown, and North Beach. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
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7. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Price: Mid | Stars: 4

Located less than 1 mile from the Ferry Building, Union Square, and Coit Tower. The hotel is 14 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
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8. San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square

Price: High | Stars: 4

Located close to Bay area attractions such as Moscone Center, Chase Center, Oracle Park, Union Square shopping, and the museums of SoMa and Yerba Buena. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
See Available Rooms

9. InterContinental San Francisco, an IHG Hotel

Price: High | Stars: 4

Located in the heart of San Francisco near Moscone Center and Union Square. The hotel is 12 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
See Available Rooms

10. Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Union Square

Price: Mid | Stars: 3

Located a 9-minutes walk from Union Square. The hotel is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.

  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
See Available Rooms

More Hotels in San Francisco with 18+ Check-In

Alternatives to Hotels for 18 Year Olds

If you don’t want to stay at any of these hotels, you do have a couple of other options.

Airbnb

You can usually stay at an Airbnb as an 18 year old. Hosts can change their age requirement policy so make sure to check before booking but this is uncommon and most allow 18 year olds.

Youth Hostels

Youth hostels are another great alternative for 18 year olds as their target audience is young people. They are also very cheap but you will have to sacrifice some comfort and privacy.

FAQs

Is it legal for an 18 year old to check in to a hotel?

Yes, it is perfectly legal for an 18 year old to check into a hotel, as long as the hotel allows it.

So why do some hotels have an age requirement of 21?

Some hotels believe people under 21 are not mature enough to behave responsibly in a hotel on their own. Other reasons include lower insurance rates and legal risks relating to underage drinking.

Will I need a credit card to check in as an 18 year old?

Yes, it is likely you will be asked for a credit card when you check in.

Will I need I.D. to check in as an 18 year old?

Yes, there is a good chance you will be required to provide I.D. when checking in.

If you are unsure or have questions for a specific hotel, the best thing to do is give them a call to make sure you’re getting the most accurate and relevant information.