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A modern living room with a green wall, a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

A modern storefront with a neon sign reading "The Dylan."

A modern reception area with a green wall, a sofa, a lamp, and a bookshelf.

An outdoor patio area with a sofa, coffee table, and potted plants.

1. The Dylan at SFO

11.9 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Stacy

CA $178

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A reception area with a counter, two patterned chairs, a yellow ottoman, and a large blue potted plant.

A hotel dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

An underground parking garage with concrete floors and walls, several cars parked, and visible structural supports.

2. Hotel Aura SFO

11 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Charles

CA $147

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, glass doors, and a clear sky.

A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern cafe with yellow chairs, a bar area, and large windows.

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture and string lights.

3. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

12.8 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

William

CA $163

CA $187 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

A long dining table set for a meal with a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a patterned rug, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the sea and a distant airplane. There is a bed, two chairs, a desk with a lamp, and a television.

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

15.3 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Richard

CA $175

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A bar area with a curved wooden counter, bar stools, and a glass display case filled with bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with blue seating, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV, and a patterned carpet.

5. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

13 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Kenneth

CA $150

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern interior with a central bar area, seating, and a staircase.

A modern lounge area with large windows offering views of the airport.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with marble reception desks, large windows, and a central fire feature.

6. Grand Hyatt at SFO

11.8 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Myrna

CA $400

CA $447 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a coffee machine. There is a small table and a bed in the adjacent room.

A modern lobby with a cityscape mural, a reception desk, seating area, and a door with blinds.

A long, narrow hallway with a patterned carpet, white walls, and doors on both sides.

A modern kitchen with marble flooring, a bar area with stools, and a large window offering a view of the street.

7. Hotel Skye SFO

11 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Virginia

CA $148

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

A hotel lobby with a glass door entrance, a reception desk, a large window, and a wall display of brochures.

The exterior of Gateway Suites hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a well-maintained garden area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a red wall with a clock.

8. Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

11.1 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

david

CA $93

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern cafe with a counter, seating area, and menu boards.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, a small table, and a view of the sea.

9. The Westin San Francisco Airport

12.9 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

sheryl

CA $143

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A spacious, well-lit atrium with a high ceiling and skylight, featuring a central seating area with a sofa and armchairs, surrounded by a patterned rug.

A modern lobby with a sofa, yellow armchair, and a round coffee table.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and multiple windows.

A modern atrium with a glass ceiling, multiple levels, and indoor plants.

10. Hotel Aluxor SFO

11.1 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Cong

CA $134

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a large bed, a dining table, a chandelier, and a view of the city through the windows.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

A building entrance with a sign reading "Villa Montes."

A kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a painting on the wall.

11. Villa Montes Hotel

11.1 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Anna

CA $145

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and a desk. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'The Atrium Hotel'.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central seating area with chairs and a table, and a mezzanine level with a railing.

A reception area with a tiled counter, a fire extinguisher, a window with a view, and a wall-mounted coffee station.

12. The Atrium Hotel

11.9 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

SOHAIL

CA $137

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

A lush outdoor area with a variety of plants, including ferns and flowering bushes, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a building with balconies in the background.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a large orange sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A hotel with a brick pathway, lush greenery, and a balcony with a railing.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

11.2 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Maria

CA $180

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple seating areas, and a glass ceiling.

A large, modern hotel with a prominent glass facade and multiple levels.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of the city and water.

A modern hotel atrium with a central open space, multiple floors, and a glass ceiling.

14. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

13.5 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Lyam

CA $186

CA $250 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a blue armchair, and a coffee table.

A modern hotel lobby with round tables, comfortable seating, a bar area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

15. San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

13.3 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

John

CA $175

CA $233 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A modern living room with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, leather sofas, and a dining area with natural light.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a bed, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view of a forest.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a stone accent wall, and large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a stone fireplace, and a large TV screen.

16. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Area

13.6 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Shivakumar

CA $175

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a chessboard, and hanging floral decorations.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV mounted above a fireplace, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A cozy room with wooden walls, a bench, a table, and string lights.

17. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

11.1 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Susan

CA $201

CA $239 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A dining area with tables set for service, large arched windows, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lounge area with a large window offering a view of the desert landscape, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of greenery.

A multi-level hotel atrium with outdoor seating, a waterfall feature, and a restaurant named "GRILLE ONE."

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

14.9 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

David

CA $202

CA $230 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and parked cars in the background.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and potted plants.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A hotel sign for Bay Landing Hotel with a multi-story building in the background.

19. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

13.6 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Minghuan

CA $203

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A spacious, modern living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A modern interior with a long bench, decorative wall art, and a planter with large green plants.

A coffee shop interior with a branded sign, shelves stocked with snacks, a coffee machine, and a refrigerated display.

A restaurant with a glass ceiling, cushioned seating, and a patterned floor.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

13.3 km from Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Mokihana

CA $180

CA $211 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Dylan at SFO	9.2 Wonderful 1,892 reviews	View
Hotel Aura SFO	9.0 Wonderful 2,663 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport	9.0 Wonderful 2,261 reviews	View
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront	8.8 Excellent 3,120 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,898 reviews	View

Top Gray Whale Cove State Beach Hotel Reviews

Pacifica Beach Hotel

8/10 Good

"It was good"

Oceanview Family Retreat with Saltwater Hot Tub – Steps from the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The property was in a perfect location. We could explore the vineyards north of SF as well as some lovely spots to the south. The house was perfect for our family - providing lovely space. The hot tub was a treat for after a hike. We saw whales from the patio! The dishwasher was not working - but we had folks willing to take care of dishes. It was a wonderful week."

Ocean View Inn

8/10 Good

"There needed to be more inspection on the details of items that weren't working in the two rooms.I had. In any regards we enjoyed our stay."

Oceanview Beach Home – Walk to Beach, Trails, Food, Family Activities

10/10 Excellent

"The house is very nice, clean, and near the beach. The host was very easy to communicate with and always friendly, accommodating, understanding, and timely with responses to any issues I had. The house has nice views of the beach from the second floor. Plus, the host is pet friendly, which was key for us since we were there to compete in the World Dog Surfing Championships that weekend."

Relax And Enjoy The California Coast From This Lovely Private Suite

10/10 Excellent

"I so appreciate these hosts allowing our large, but well-behaved dogs. We loved turning on the little fire on the patio. I even saw a whale out in the ocean while I was sitting on the deck enjoying morning coffee. Husband and I loved walking the in neighborhood and on local trails. The neighborhood has a funky charm and character. Nice and quiet. And we hit up two dog-friendly restaurants in the area: Sam's Chowder House, and Moss Beach Distillery. Had a great time!"

Small Home with Ocean View walk to Restaurants, Brewery, Shops, Beach

8/10 Good

"Vote ew was amazing"

Coastal Charm: Inviting 3 BR Montara Home

10/10 Excellent

"House was great! We lived being a bit outside of San Francisco, near the beach and in the foothills. The house is charming and decorated well. The only thing we noticed was that the furniture was dirty. Maybe think about slipcovers, so they could be washed.Overall it was a superb experience!"

Cabo San Pedro - S.F. Ocean Views - Penthouse

8/10 Good

"Host was available right away when I got stuck on the tram (I bumped the emergency stop button on accident). She was kind and patient and very thorough to make sure we made it to the top. The views are stunning and the wall of sliding glass doors/windows keep it open and fresh . My only complaint is that the carpet could be replaced to make the place feel even brighter and cleaner. It’s definitely a memorable stay!"

Stunning Oceanview Coastal Home – Beach, Trails, Family Activities

8/10 Good

"Definitely my dogs hapoy place - the windows still are not fully operational - the vie s of the hiking trail are amazing and ease to hiking trail and the beautiful beach is what we go for and the quiet down time. However the yard could use some work although it was cut it was not swept up so lots of foxtails everywhere which are dangerous for dogs to inhale.. minimal upkeep so a little overpriced for the space but we keep going back because our boy The Bear loves looking out the windows and is familiar"

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A beach at sunset with silhouettes of people and waves.

Pacifica State Beach

9.2/10 (258 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Pacifica State Beach during your travels in Linda Mar? Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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A rocky beach with waves crashing against a cliff and a large rock formation in the distance.

Rockaway Beach

9.2/10 (378 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Rockaway Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Pacifica.

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A coastal trail leading to a beach with ocean waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.

Mori Point

Explore the great outdoors at Mori Point, a lovely green space in Pacifica.

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A coastal landscape with a beach, golf course, and city in the background.

Sharp Park Beach

9.0/10 (72 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sharp Park Beach during your trip to Pacifica?

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University of Surfing

7.8/10 (27 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to University of Surfing during your stay in Pacifica. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the hiking trails.

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JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

9.8/10 (21 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and also enjoy the hiking trails in Moss Beach. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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San Francisco Bay Discovery Site

You can find out about the history of Park Pacifica with a trip to San Francisco Bay Discovery Site.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gray Whale Cove State Beach?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Gray Whale Cove State Beach, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. You'll find 178 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Gray Whale Cove State Beach?

Ocean View Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Gray Whale Cove State Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Pacifica Beach Hotel and anchor inn pacifica.

How many hotels will I find close to Gray Whale Cove State Beach?

Expedia has 178 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Gray Whale Cove State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gray Whale Cove State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Gray Whale Cove State Beach.

What can I see and do near Gray Whale Cove State Beach?

Enjoy the outdoors at JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, Mori Point, or Pacifica Dog Park. Dip your toes in the water at Montara State Beach, Pacifica State Beach, and Rockaway Beach. Capistrano Road Beach, Mavericks Beach, and Sharp Park Beach are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Gray Whale Cove State Beach hotels

1. The Dylan at SFO

2. Hotel Aura SFO

3. Aloft by Marriott San Francisco Airport

4. Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

5. Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

6. Grand Hyatt at SFO

7. Hotel Skye SFO

8. Gateway Inn & Suites San Francisco SFO Airport

9. The Westin San Francisco Airport

10. Hotel Aluxor SFO

11. Villa Montes Hotel

12. The Atrium Hotel

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Francisco Airport West

14. Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

15. San Francisco Airport Marriott Waterfront

16. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites San Francisco Airport Oyster Point Area

17. The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

18. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

19. Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

20. DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco South Airport Blvd

Compare popular hotels close to Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Top Gray Whale Cove State Beach Hotel Reviews

Pacifica Beach Hotel

Oceanview Family Retreat with Saltwater Hot Tub – Steps from the Beach

Ocean View Inn

Oceanview Beach Home – Walk to Beach, Trails, Food, Family Activities

Relax And Enjoy The California Coast From This Lovely Private Suite

Small Home with Ocean View walk to Restaurants, Brewery, Shops, Beach

Coastal Charm: Inviting 3 BR Montara Home

Cabo San Pedro - S.F. Ocean Views - Penthouse

Stunning Oceanview Coastal Home – Beach, Trails, Family Activities

Other attractions near Gray Whale Cove State Beach

Pacifica State Beach

Rockaway Beach

Mori Point

Sharp Park Beach

University of Surfing

JV Fitzgerald Marine Reserve

San Francisco Bay Discovery Site

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