How to get to Hyatt Regency San Francisco from the airports (SFO & OAK)
From San Francisco International Airport (SFO) take BART direct to Embarcadero station (no hotel shuttle) and walk a few minutes to Hyatt Regency San Francisco at 5 Embarcadero Center. From Oakland International Airport (OAK) use the Oakland Airport Connector to Coliseum BART, transfer to a San Francisco-bound train and exit at Embarcadero; rideshare or taxi are convenient alternatives from either airport.
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Arriving from SFO by BART (recommended public transit)
SFO has a BART station in the International and Domestic Terminals. Board a San Francisco-bound train (toward Daly City or Millbrae via SFO depending on the schedule) and ride to Embarcadero station.
Embarcadero station is steps from the hotel; from the station you can walk east along Market/Embarcadero or follow signs to the Ferry Building and walk north one block to 5 Embarcadero Center.
- No hotel airport shuttle is available — BART is the main direct public-transit option from SFO.
- BART fares and schedules vary by time of day; check BART for current timetables before you travel.
- If you have lots of luggage, a taxi or rideshare from SFO may be easier than stairs/escalators at BART stations.
| Leg | What to do |
|---|---|
| At SFO | Follow airport signs to the AirTrain/BART station in the terminal |
| On BART | Board a San Francisco-bound train and exit at Embarcadero |
| From Embarcadero | Walk to 5 Embarcadero Center (hotel is a short walk to the Ferry Building) |
Arriving from OAK (Oakland) by BART and airport connector
Oakland International Airport is served by the Oakland Airport Connector (OAC) light rail that links terminals to Coliseum/Coliseum BART station. From Coliseum transfer onto a San Francisco-bound BART train to Embarcadero.
The OAC + BART route is the public-transit option from OAK; as with SFO, there is no Hyatt shuttle from OAK.
- At OAK: follow signs to the Oakland Airport Connector (people mover) to Coliseum BART.
- On BART: transfer at Coliseum to a San Francisco/Daly City or Richmond-bound train that stops at Embarcadero.
- Consider rideshare or taxi from OAK if you prefer fewer transfers or have heavy luggage.
| Step | Notes |
|---|---|
| OAK terminal | Take Oakland Airport Connector to Coliseum BART |
| Transfer | Board SF-bound BART to Embarcadero |
| Walk | Exit Embarcadero station and walk to 5 Embarcadero Center |
Taxi or rideshare from SFO or OAK
Taxis and rideshare services (Uber, Lyft, etc.) operate at both SFO and OAK. No hotel-arranged airport shuttle is offered, so private vehicle options are a straightforward door-to-door choice.
Expect typical San Francisco traffic variability; if punctual arrival to a meeting or event is critical, allow extra time.
- From SFO: follow airport signs to the designated taxi or rideshare pick-up areas.
- From OAK: use the terminal pick-up zones for rideshare or taxi; verify the app’s designated curb/zone.
- Ask the driver to drop you at 5 Embarcadero Center — the hotel's main entrance is on the Embarcadero waterfront near the Ferry Building.
| Airport | Recommended pick-up area |
|---|---|
| SFO | Terminal curbside rideshare/taxi zones (follow airport signage) |
| OAK | Terminal rideshare/taxi pick-up areas |
Driving and parking at or near the hotel
Hyatt Regency San Francisco offers valet and self-parking; covered self-parking is available at 3 Embarcadero Center. Height restrictions apply in the parking facility.
Third-party sources list overnight self-parking and valet rates; confirm current pricing and in-and-out privileges with the hotel at check-in or via BookResorts.
- Parking options: hotel valet and nearby covered self-parking at 3 Embarcadero Center.
- There are height restrictions in the parking garage—check vehicle clearance before entering.
- If you plan to rent a car, reserve parking ahead when possible and bring your parking questions to the 24-hour front desk.
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Valet parking | Available — check current price at arrival |
| Self-parking | Covered self-parking at 3 Embarcadero Center |
| Restrictions | Garage height limits apply |
Walking from Embarcadero station and local transit connections
Embarcadero BART/Muni station is a short, level walk to the hotel and the Ferry Building plaza. The hotel sits directly across from the Ferry Building on the Embarcadero waterfront.
From the hotel you can also access multiple Muni lines and the Powell-Hyde cable car stop at the front entrance for trips toward Fisherman's Wharf.
- Exit Embarcadero station and follow signs toward the Ferry Building/Embarcadero.
- Powell-Hyde cable car boards near the hotel's front entrance for a scenic route to Fisherman's Wharf.
- Ferry Building and ferry services (to Sausalito, Angel Island, Larkspur) are within easy walking distance.
| Transit | How it connects |
|---|---|
| Embarcadero BART/Muni | Direct walk to the hotel and Ferry Building |
| Cable car (Powell-Hyde) | Boards at hotel's front entrance |
| Ferries | Depart near the Ferry Building for bay destinations |
If you arrive late or with lots of luggage
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage available before check-in and after check-out until the end of your departure day. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is 12:00 PM (noon).
If you prefer to minimize walking and transfers, book a taxi or rideshare to the hotel door. The front desk phone for BookResorts agents is +1 (888) 605-1350 if you need assistance arranging arrival details.
- 24-hour front desk can accept luggage and assist with directions on arrival.
- If arriving before 4:00 PM and your room isn’t ready, the hotel can store luggage.
- For mobility needs, ask the front desk about accessible routes from Embarcadero station.
| Service | Availability |
|---|---|
| Front desk | 24 hours |
| Luggage storage | Available before check-in and after check-out |
| Check-in / check-out | Check-in 4:00 PM; check-out 12:00 PM |
