Hotels in City Lights Booksellers, Downtown San Francisco

  • Overview

    City Lights Booksellers is located in San Francisco, California, United States of America. It is a famous independent bookstore that has been a hub for literary culture since its establishment in 1953. The bookstore is renowned for its vast collection of books, particularly in the areas of poetry, fiction, and progressive social and political literature.

  • When to visit

  • Reasons to Visit

    There are several reasons to visit City Lights Booksellers. Firstly, it holds a significant place in the history of Beat Generation literature, having published many works by acclaimed authors such as Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac. Additionally, the bookstore offers a unique browsing experience and cozy atmosphere that is perfect for book lovers. Visitors can explore the vast selection of books, including rare and hard-to-find editions. Lastly, City Lights Booksellers hosts author readings and poetry events, providing opportunities to engage with contemporary literary voices.

  • Nearby Attractions

  • Beat Museum

    Located nearby, the Beat Museum celebrates the vibrant literary and cultural movement of the Beat Generation. It features engaging exhibits that showcase the works and lives of prominent Beat writers such as Ginsberg, Kerouac, and William S. Burroughs.

  • North Beach

    North Beach is a historic neighborhood known for its lively atmosphere, Italian restaurants, and coffee shops. It is located within walking distance of City Lights Booksellers, allowing visitors to explore the vibrant streets, enjoy delicious cuisine, and immerse themselves in the local culture.

  • Coit Tower

    Standing atop Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower offers breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco. Visitors can ascend the tower and enjoy stunning vistas of the city skyline, the Bay Bridge, and the Golden Gate Bridge. The tower is located a short distance from City Lights Booksellers, providing an opportunity to combine literary exploration with sightseeing.

  • Hotels

  • Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

    - Stay in one of 418 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathro Next available price is 262.20 on Sept. 20, 2025. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

  • Embarcadero Vista Apartment

    - Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a washer/d Next available price is on . Embarcadero Vista Apartment

  • Fairmont San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 606 guestrooms featuring iPod docking stations and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Frette Italian sheets. Complimentary wired i Next available price is on . Fairmont San Francisco

  • Golden Gate Hotel

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 25 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathroo Next available price is on . Golden Gate Hotel

  • Grand Hyatt San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 668 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming pr Next available price is on . Grand Hyatt San Francisco

  • Green Tortoise Hostel

    - Located in the lively North Beach Little Italy district, this San Francisco hostel is just 3 minutes’ walk to the renowned City Lights Bookstore and the entertainment district. Free WiFi is provided. Next available price is on . Green Tortoise Hostel

  • Hilton San Francisco Financial District

    - Stay in one of 544 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Digital programming provides entertainment, and wired and wireless internet Next available price is 233.65 on Sept. 20, 2025. Hilton San Francisco Financial District

  • Hotel Emblem San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 96 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations f Next available price is 216.53 on Sept. 20, 2025. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

  • Inn At Union Square

    - Stay in one of 30 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is avai Next available price is 160.55 on Sept. 21, 2025. Inn At Union Square

  • InterContinental Mark Hopkins, an IHG Hotel

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 382 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and digital programm Next available price is 360.05 on Sept. 20, 2025. InterContinental Mark Hopkins, an IHG Hotel

  • JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square

    - Stay in one of 344 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming are provided for your enter Next available price is 227.05 on Sept. 20, 2025. JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square

  • Ocean View Terrace Apartment

    - Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a micr Next available price is on . Ocean View Terrace Apartment

  • Palihotel San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 82 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connec Next available price is on . Palihotel San Francisco

  • SF Plaza Hotel

    - Stay in one of 70 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms Next available price is on . SF Plaza Hotel

  • SW Hotel

    - Placed between San Francisco’s Chinatown and North Beach neighbourhoods, SW hotel is 2 blocks from the city’s cable car system. A 24-hour reception greets guests of this hotel. Concierge services are Next available price is on . SW Hotel

  • San Francisco Marriott Union Square

    - Stay in one of 401 guestrooms featuring Smart televisions. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms ha Next available price is 217.55 on Sept. 20, 2025. San Francisco Marriott Union Square

  • Serene Condo in SF/North Beach/Telegraph Hillside

    - Set just 2 km from Alcatraz, Serene Condo in SF/North Beach/Telegraph Hillside offers accommodation in San Francisco with access to a fitness centre, a shared lounge, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Next available price is on . Serene Condo in SF/North Beach/Telegraph Hillside

  • Stanford Court San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 400 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you Next available price is 184.92 on Sept. 20, 2025. Stanford Court San Francisco

  • Taj Campton Place

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 110 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your e Next available price is 200.89 on Sept. 21, 2025. Taj Campton Place

  • The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 114 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable pro Next available price is 149.48 on Sept. 20, 2025. The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

  • The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in one of the 336 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and Smart televisions. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and digital programming is avai Next available price is 580.01 on Sept. 20, 2025. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

  • WorldMark San Francisco

    - Make yourself at home in of the guestrooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainme Next available price is on . WorldMark San Francisco
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