Hotel & Local Information
The information on this page will help you make the most of your visit to San Francisco.
Conference Hotel
Transportation
Top Tips for Visiting San Francisco
Top 10 Sites to Visit in San Francisco
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide
Local Excursions
Conference Hotel
The conference will take place at the beautiful, historic Fairmont San Francisco, at 950 Mason Street.
Update 5/16/17: The Fairmont is not able to provide any additional rooms at the discount rate. You may still book a room at the Fairmont at a higher rate, if desired. We have secured a block of rooms at the Stanford Court, which is a 3-minute walk from the Fairmont. Click here to make your reservation. If you experience problems with the web site, please call 415-989-3500 and ask to book under the group "MBACSEA."
Update 5/5/17: Our room block at the Fairmont is currently sold out. We are working with the hotel about the possibility of allocating more rooms, as well as looking at additional hotels in the area where we can secure a discount rate. Please check back soon for more details, or feel free to contact us and we will let you know when we have more information.
MBA CSEA was able to receive a group discount rate of $289 per night. Click here to reserve a room within the block and receive the discount rate. The deadline to reserve a room within the MBA CSEA block is May 25, 2017 (or until our block sells out). We recommend you book your room right away.
World-renowned, Fairmont San Francisco presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. The grandeur of the luxury hotel atop Nob Hill coupled with its reputation for impeccable service promises a truly memorable experience during your conference stay.
Conference participants will be able to enjoy the rooftop terrace during the Opening
Reception.
Centrally located, this luxury San Francisco hotel is a short cable car trip from the bustling Downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. In fact, Fairmont San Francisco hotel is the only spot in San Francisco where each of the City's cable car lines meet.
Transportation
There are several options for transportation to and from the airport and around the city, including taxi, BART and Super Shuttle. Click here for a full list of options, including average cost.
The regional transportation portal, 511 SF Bay, includes a trip planner and map.
Top Tips for Visiting San Francisco
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide
Your personal guide to the city of San Francisco - created by our Local Arrangements Committee!
Click here to access cards sorted by the many neighborhoods of San Francisco, including maps, highlights, restaurants and top recommended sights.
Local Excursions
Our local committee has put together some suggested excursions to enjoy before or after the conference!
The information on this page will help you make the most of your visit to San Francisco.
Conference Hotel
Transportation
Top Tips for Visiting San Francisco
Top 10 Sites to Visit in San Francisco
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide
Local Excursions
Conference HotelThe conference will take place at the beautiful, historic Fairmont San Francisco, at 950 Mason Street.
Update 5/16/17: The Fairmont is not able to provide any additional rooms at the discount rate. You may still book a room at the Fairmont at a higher rate, if desired. We have secured a block of rooms at the Stanford Court, which is a 3-minute walk from the Fairmont. Click here to make your reservation. If you experience problems with the web site, please call 415-989-3500 and ask to book under the group "MBACSEA."
Update 5/5/17: Our room block at the Fairmont is currently sold out. We are working with the hotel about the possibility of allocating more rooms, as well as looking at additional hotels in the area where we can secure a discount rate. Please check back soon for more details, or feel free to contact us and we will let you know when we have more information.
MBA CSEA was able to receive a group discount rate of $289 per night. Click here to reserve a room within the block and receive the discount rate. The deadline to reserve a room within the MBA CSEA block is May 25, 2017 (or until our block sells out). We recommend you book your room right away.
World-renowned, Fairmont San Francisco presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. The grandeur of the luxury hotel atop Nob Hill coupled with its reputation for impeccable service promises a truly memorable experience during your conference stay. Conference participants will be able to enjoy the rooftop terrace during the Opening
Reception.
Centrally located, this luxury San Francisco hotel is a short cable car trip from the bustling Downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. In fact, Fairmont San Francisco hotel is the only spot in San Francisco where each of the City's cable car lines meet.
Transportation
There are several options for transportation to and from the airport and around the city, including taxi, BART and Super Shuttle. Click here for a full list of options, including average cost.
The regional transportation portal, 511 SF Bay, includes a trip planner and map.
Top Tips for Visiting San Francisco
- Bring warm clothes. Avg temp: 62°, even in the summer. Dress in layers.
- Wear comfortable shoes. Lots of walking in S.F. hills.
- Make dinner reservations. Fridays through Sundays get very busy.
- Be patient with public transportation, and don’t confuse BART with MUNI.
- Don’t ignore the public parks and museums.
- Parking is near impossible...budget 15 to 30 minutes for parking.
- Golden Gate Bridge
Sightseeing - California Academy of Sciences
Museum (buy tickets online) - Golden Gate Park
Parks and Gardens - Alcatraz
Sightseeing (buy tickets online) - Twin Peaks
Sightseeing / Hiking - Bakers Beach
Sightseeing / Beaches - Ferry Building Marketplace
Shopping - Union Square
Neighborhood / Shopping - Chinatown
Neighborhood / Shopping - SFMOMA
Museum (buy tickets online)
San Francisco Neighborhood Guide
Your personal guide to the city of San Francisco - created by our Local Arrangements Committee!
Click here to access cards sorted by the many neighborhoods of San Francisco, including maps, highlights, restaurants and top recommended sights.
Local Excursions
Our local committee has put together some suggested excursions to enjoy before or after the conference!
