South of Market, more commonly known as SoMa, is an area in downtown San Francisco, south of Market Street. SoMa has been the home to a rich art and music scene and club culture since the 1980s. Now, it additionally houses tech startups, as well as a growing residential class. Places of interest in SoMa include the Moscone Center, a large entertainment complex that hosts the famous Apple events. The Yerba Buena Gardens is a beautiful public park, showcasing the rich San Francisco culture. There’s also Oracle Park, a number of museums, restaurants, bars, and large shopping centers. This neighborhood is indeed a cultural gem, with everything it has to offer. Check out our top recommendations for the best Airbnbs near SoMa, San Francisco, California, and get ready to explore the city.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Chic designer condo near hip spots and major attractions (from USD 148)
Take your vacation to San Fran to a whole new level by staying in this chic condo. What makes this accommodation a fabulous choice is its custom Edwardian interiors that provide that posh appeal. It can sleep up to two guests in total comfort thanks to its simple yet stylish queen bed. Nice amenities like the indoor fireplace, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, and a lot more add comfort and convenience to the place. The fully equipped modern kitchen lets you cook and dine with ease.
This trendy flat is located in the equally trendy SoMa district, which means you won’t have any problems looking for a great place to dine or shop. The city hall, downtown area, museums, Union Square, and other points of interest are located close by.
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his place is very cozy nice couch and the bed was hugeCleanliness:
the house is beautiful and cleanthe house was extremely clean including the bed sheets and towels that were providedjefferson's place was very beautiful and cleanvery clean very thorough instructions around the homeit was clean well secured and use of the garage was terrificHost:
jefferson was a good hostcheck in was very easy hosts were very welcoming and friendlythankfully jefferson and his co-host were flexible and understood the situationjefferson was an excellent and fastidious host the unit was very uniquely styled and a great place to staybeautiful place that was worth every penny host was great and the place accommodated all of our needsRead more reviewsLocation:
great spot close to everythingthe location was great too it was within walking distance of a few stores and restaurantsamazing spot and great locationlocated right next to the fwy and pretty close to every thing you'd want to visit in sfcute place and pretty exactly how it was listed
2. Designer studio at the heart of San Francisco (from 135 USD) (from USD 112)
This boutique home could be your next dream vacation rental if you are into chic decor and beautiful city views. The studio, which is located in a condominium within the Civic Center area, houses a rooftop terrace, where guests can gaze out across the city while unwinding or having a barbecue. It has a queen bed with a memory foam mattress, one full bathroom, and it can accommodate three guests. Amenities, such as Wi-Fi access, a TV, washer, dryer, hairdryer, and an iron are available for use.
The listing also includes a full kitchen, as well as bed and bath necessities. Get in touch with your artistic side by hanging out in the nearby Mission District - a vibrant neighborhood in San Francisco, offering a rich food and art/music scene, built with strong Latino roots.
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bed was super comfortable and having netflix on the tv screen was a blessingthe studio apartment was clean and well equipped with all the amenities and was perfect for my stayto wrap it up i can wholeheartedly recommend any of their apartments (even though i lived in only one)Cleanliness:
incredible place clean and really beautifulthe apartment was just like the pictures: very clean and modern and had everything we neededHost:
carlos was also very helpful in showing us around the apartmentcarlos was an excellent host communicating quickly and allowing me to extend my stay multiple timeswhen you have great hosts everything else falls in placegreat place and even greater hosts totally recomended for short and long stayif i had to choose between great hosts and great apartment i would choose the firstRead more reviewsLocation:
it's a great location close to everything but still quiet and comfortable indoorsso convenient definitely recommend this placenice host and nice place very good location in the city
3. Modern, private studio with interior courtyard (from 126 USD) (from USD 135)
This one-bed studio apartment, centrally located in a quiet alley of Western SoMa, is perfect for those looking to experience comfortable urban living without having to sacrifice privacy. The unit, suited for two people, is painted in chic colors that make for a contemporary vibe. Basic amenities, such as access to Wi-Fi, cable TV, a hairdryer, and essentials like towels, soap, shampoo, and bed linens, are all provided in this listing.
The space comes with a full kitchen, stocked with breakfast items like cereal, juice, tea, and coffee. Catch performances at the concert halls and opera houses that are located around the area - the Opera House, SF Ballet, Davies Symphony Hall, and the SF Jazz Center are all just a short walk away from this unit. Various transportation options are available to get around the area - you can either take buses on nearby Mission Street and Market Street, take the subway through the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), or ride the Muni Metro.
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fully stocked kitchen complete with some basic breakfast amenities and fresh fruitthere were extra breakfast items provided which was very welcomei appreciated that the hosts left some cereals yogurts and nuts in the kitchen for em to enjoyshe had filled the fridge with delicious breakfast items for us which was very much appreciatedwonderful space modern but cozyCleanliness:
very clean and private spaceclean and quiet great valuethe place was very clean and everything workedsimple clean and efficientthe flat is clean and accessing it is secure and discreteHost:
raveevarn was a fantastic hostgreat place and very nice hostraveevarn is a very kind host reliable and with quick responseand the host is very kind and comprehensiveour host was very kind educated available and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
good location not that far from downtowngood central location close to many bus routesgreat location close to public transportation but also walking distance to pretty much everythingamazing place in a central locationnice modern oasis close to all things downtown
4. Vibrant, open-plan loft (from 200 USD) (from USD 170)
This modern and stylish loft presents a vibrant atmosphere due to its open-plan design. With 16-foot (4.9-meter) ceilings and large windows, light naturally comes in and covers the space. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom loft provides guests with unique amenities, like Wi-Fi access, a smart TV with Netflix and HBO GO, a full kitchen, game console, washer and dryer, dishwasher, bed and bath essentials, a hairdryer, an iron, and heated floors. It is located near the Financial District and is within walking distance from Moscone Center. Come together with friends as this listing accommodates up to four guests.
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my favorite parts were the giant marble table the view from the patio and the heated floorsloved it the apt is all brand new and has everything you may need during your staythe apartment was very clean spacious and came with all the amenities a traveller would needCleanliness:
loft was clean and fresh towels were avaialblevery stylish and cleanthe loft itself is spacious very clean and tastefully decoratedalex's loft is clean comfy and in a great locationthe loft was perfect walked in to a spotless beautiful loft in a great area of san franciscoHost:
alex was a great hostalex was an amazing hostalex was an excellent hostalex was a great hostalex is a great host and makes everything easyRead more reviewsLocation:
it's super close to anything downtowngreat apartment in a great locationthe location is perfect and within a short walk to wherever we wanted to bereally very recommended the location is very cute and affordableit's super close to anything downtown and extremely convenient
5. Harry Potter-themed apartment at a discounted price (from 128 USD) (from USD 215)
Spend a magical night at this Harry Potter-inspired, two-bedroom apartment, suited for five guests! The unit has everything you need - Wi-Fi access, a TV with Netflix and HBO GO, bed and bath essentials, a full kitchen, an iron, a dishwasher, dryer, access to a patio with a barbecue grill, a laundry room, and gym access. Located just a block away from the Civic Center, this unit is close to San Francisco City Hall, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, and Market Street.
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the beds are comfortable and the view is outstandingif you aren’t a fan you will be when you leave the view from the place is breathtakingif you are a harry potter fan this is a must staythe view from the apartment was quite unexpected and i enjoyed my staythe bed is comfy the wifi is fast and everything was super cleanCleanliness:
very clean very fun place to staythe place was really clean and comfortableexcellent communication and really clean and unique place in a cool part of san franciscothe condo complex is clean modern and conveniently located to many sf activitiesbest of all colin's apartment is very cleanHost:
attentive and friendly hostcollin was a great hostcollin was a fantastic hostsuper informative and responsive hostcollin was very responsive and helpful with all our requests and questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
location is super close to some great venues restaurants and walking distance to anything you could needthe location is great and only about a 20 minthe location was perfect for our needsgreat place in the heart of the citythis is a quirky interesting apartment in a good location for seeing all of san francisco’s attractions
6. Bright loft apartment with courtyard (from 289 USD) (from USD 317)
If you are looking for a stylish and spacious place to unwind, this loft apartment is the perfect fit. With giant windows spread across the rooms, one can enjoy the comfort of natural air and lighting. This one-bedroom apartment suited for three people even has an outdoor common area that provides guests with views of the city of San Francisco. The home comes with everything you need - Wi-Fi, a TV, bathroom and bedroom essentials, coffee maker, hairdryer, and an iron.
Guests also have access to a full kitchen, a washer and dryer, dishwasher, bathtub, and even an indoor fireplace. During your stay, catch an event at Moscone Center - the largest convention and exhibition center in San Francisco, which is within walking distance from the home. Sports enthusiasts can also visit Oracle Park, the baseball park that serves as the home to the San Francisco Giants.
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there were fans placed around the loft to move air and the bed was exceptionally comfortablewhen we entered the apartment it was just as beautiful and tidy as the photos showedwe enjoyed the city of course but we enjoyed this apartment even morethe loft itself was incredibly comfortable and quite a large spacethe bed is very comfortable with high quality bed linenCleanliness:
beautiful clean and moderneverything was clean and well taken care ofit’s spacious super clean and comfortabletowels and linens were so clean and smelled like they just got pulled from the dryerthe apartment is beautiful super clean and stocked with goodiesHost:
the hosts are amazingthe hosts take so much extra care that you feel extra pamperedvera was a great hostvera and cleber are outstanding hoststhe hosts are great and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great for walking anywhere and accessing public transportationthe location is good close to caltrain and marketlocation was excellent and within walking distance or a short drive from most places we wentlocation is excellent and walking distance to market and mission street is easythe location is great especially for those attending conferences and/or wanting to explore that part of the city
7. Newly remodeled two-bedroom home (from 300 USD) (from USD 286)
The next listing provides guests with private access to the top two floors of a house. It is located on a cul de sac in SoMa and is surrounded by a small garden oasis, giving out that quiet and safe atmosphere, despite being located in a busy city. The unit is suitable for five people. Guests have access to Wi-Fi, a TV, an iron, bed and bath essentials, a full kitchen, two queen beds, and a twin air mattress. It is also located within walking distance from Moscone Center, Union Square, Yerba Buena Gardens, and many other museums and galleries.
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we appreciated the coffee linens towels and fully functioning kitchenthe well appointed kitchen allowed for comfortable food prepthis small apartment easily fits 5-6 people without any problemsthe home is well appointed comfortable with speedy internet and exceeded my expectationsthe place had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and the neighbors were super nice tooCleanliness:
clean and well appointedlots of clean towelseverything was clean and neateverything is clean and looks really nicesuper clean comfy and all around wonderfulHost:
daniel is a great hostdaniel is a great hostdaniel was accommodating and responsivehost is a great communicatordaniel was a great host very kind and very reactiv when we had questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to walk to many thingsmany good restaurants around walking distancethe location is very central enabling for quick and easy transportation throughout the citythe location is a bit out of the central city but easy to walk or uber aroundstylish space and good location
8. Industrial chic apartment, perfect for groups (from 308 USD)
This apartment in SoMa is the perfect fit for a large family or a group of friends staying in the city. What makes the space unique is that it is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite that can be converted to three bedrooms and two baths through the rolling metal and glass divider installed in the front lounge area. Guests have access to a roof deck, where they can simply relax under the sun, or cook on the barbecue grill that is also provided.
Notable amenities include Wi-Fi, a TV, an iron, bed and bath essentials, a hairdryer, a full kitchen, and a dishwasher. Moscone Center is located just five blocks away. You can also do your grocery shopping at a Trader Joe’s, about three blocks away, or Safeway and Whole Foods, which are both around five blocks away. Get around the area through the multiple choices of transport, like the BART, Muni, and Caltrain.
San Francisco, California, United States
621 meters (0.4 ft) from Barbary CoastSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
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great views from the rooftop terrace comfortable bedsthe beds were super comfortablesmart tvs in each roomthe beds were so comfortable the space really unique and the heated floors fantasticthe beds were so comfortable and the heated floor was a very nice featureCleanliness:
very clean and comfortablesuper clean very modern and very stylishmichah's place is modern and cleanbeautiful home very well kept - nice and cleangreat apartment - very clean close to nightlife and the rooftop is perfect when the weather is niceHost:
micah was a wonderful host very responsive and accommodating with all of our questions and special requestsgreat hosts available for whatever you needmicah was an amazing host and made it easy to communicatemicah is helpful and genuinehosts were very attentive and easy to reachRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectexcellent location and beautiful spacelocation is right above a fun little wine bar/storethe location was great- we were able to walk to chinatown in about 30 minutesgreat spot in a great location would book again
9. Rustic modern studio apartment, featuring an outdoor bar (from 234 USD)
Despite being located in a central and busy area, this listing is highly recommended for its cozy, quiet, and relaxing ambiance. This studio apartment for two is creatively decorated, with a blend of rustic and modern touches. A feature unique to this listing is its backyard that serves as an outdoor seating space or bar for guests.
The listing comes with basic amenities, like Wi-Fi access, a TV, bathroom essentials, bed linens, hangers, a hairdryer, and an iron. A washer, dryer, full kitchen, and a queen-size bed are also available to guests. Try out the local food scene through the nearby bars and restaurants, like Bar Agricole or Don Ramon’s.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.05 km (0.7 mi) from Barbary Coast
10. Luxurious, two-story loft with smart-home technology (from 250 USD)
This two-story top loft is every techie’s dream. The space, suitable for two guests, features a living room with a smart TV, Netflix, and HBO GO, a study with a high-resolution computer monitor and a printer, a bathroom with a Japanese bidet, and chargers of almost every type. The usual amenities are also available, like Wi-Fi access, bed and bath essentials, a hairdryer, an iron, a washer, dryer, dishwasher, and a full kitchen.
An indoor fireplace and heated floors are also installed to provide extra comfort. Visit nearby South Beach and Mission Bay during your stay in the unit, or Moscone Center, also within walking distance.
San Francisco, California, United States
529 meters (0.4 ft) from Barbary CoastAccommodates: 2
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the tv and internet systems are great including a sound system for the entire apartmentthe kitchen is fully equipped and wren invites guests to use her supplies such as fresh ground coffeea terrific apartment with more high-tech gadgetry than you can imagineCleanliness:
the loft was neat and cleanwren's place is a gem sparkling clean and uniquely styledthe place was clean organized comfortable and had everything we needed for our staythe space was clean well lit quiet and had gorgeous viewsHost:
host was absolutely helpfulgreat host and a great placeshe was always quick to reply answered all of my questions and was so kind and helpfulgreat stay with a great hostoverall wren was a wonderful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
check in was easy and the location is great1) it's walking distance from bart/muni and popular conference centers like mosconegreat little loft within walking distance of the moscone centerbeautiful and luxurious space in a very central locationwren's place is beautiful and in a safe location
11. Designer apartment with rooftop and gym access (from 332 USD)
Bright, modern, stylish, and spacious - these are only a few out of the many outstanding characteristics of this apartment. This space, that is suitable for three, provides guests with access to a rooftop overlooking the beautiful San Francisco skyline. If you are looking to squeeze in a workout, the listing also comes with access to a gym. Guests can also enjoy amenities like Wi-Fi, a TV, bathroom essentials, a hairdryer, an iron, a washer, a dryer, and a kitchen.
You’re sure to have a good night’s rest in the unit’s comfortable king-size bed. The apartment is located right in the heart of the Design District and is surrounded by the finest designer showrooms in San Francisco. If you need to do some grocery shopping, a Trader Joe’s is located within a few blocks.
San Francisco, California, United States
1.12 km (0.7 mi) from Barbary CoastTop guest reviews
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great amenities in a stylish apartmentit’s a beautiful apartment with quality furnishingsi thought i wouldn't like a brand new apt in charming old san franciscogreat design super comfortable bed and couchthe apartment has ac which in sf is pretty rareCleanliness:
super clean and modernclean apartment in a nice buildingduring my stay it was sparkling clean and well decoratedthe apartment is modern with a clean designthe place was clean and just what we neededHost:
she is a super hostthe host responded super quick to my questionserin is an amazing hosterin is also a great hosther directions were straightforward and as a host erin was responsive and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
really close to good restaurantsbrilliant flat great locationwalking distance from trader joe's nearby parking—the location was greatexcellent location and beautiful apartamentreally amazing beautiful and secure location
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SoMa, San Francisco, has a wide range of offerings - art museums, event centers, financial districts, cultural parks, a tech scene, lively club culture, and unique restaurants and bars. So, get booking and plan your trip to San Fran!
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