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Traveller Comments....

"I would rate SFO a very people-friendly airport!!!" - Da Norseman

"I have never been so caught up on emails! " (?)

"I have to say this is the dingiest, ugliest, darkest airport I've ever been." (?)

"San Francisco (SFO) has the most grotesque airport carpet found in the free world," (Travel Bum)

"in the mens restroom, if you go to the handicapped toilet, you might get a free hotspot (i swear, i uploaded some pics to my facebook from there)" - jinxie

"I would highly recommend the food court behind the Continental ticket counter - Terminal 1. All the employees here are so friendly and helpful too!" - bobharsell

Recent Review

by Kilroy
As an experienced airport sleeper (2x/month), I find SFO quite comfortable. Best sleeping spot Ive found so far is a lounge in Terminal 2 near Baggage Claim #4, with two padded benches each of which is big enough for you and the one you love.

OVERVIEW: There are four terminals at SFO (1, 2, 3 & Intl.) arranged in a circle and connected on the ticketing level by interior walkways. It takes about 15 minutes to walk the full loop. Along the way, you'll see various nooks suitable for sleeping. Aforementioned lounge seems to be the best, but you can cruise around for others. Most seating is padded but with fixed metal armrests. (Sleeping on them is an acquired skill but can be done. Try wrapping yourself around the armrests in a fetal position.) Floors are both bare and carpeted, varying by terminal. Terminal 2 has futuristic furniture that may offer better sleeping options. As always, bring a travel blanket, earplugs and sleep mask (all of which you can buy at airport shops).

INSIDE SECURITY: Secure areas may close at night and may not be connected between terminals. (Not confirmed.) FOOD: There appears to be plenty of it, both inside and outside security, at usual airport prices. SHOWERS: Available for USD 15 at the Freshen Up store outside security in the Intl. terminal (7am-11pm). TRANSPORTATION: Take SkyTrain to the BART station for a USD 8 ride to the city. Or take the SamTrans bus for USD 4 from the ground floor of the Intl. terminal. AMENITIES: Free luggage carts. Free Wifi in 45-minute gulps if you watch an ad. A fair number of AC power plugs available. AMUSEMENT: Lots of interesting museum displays throughout the terminals. SECURITY: Seems safe. Lots of police and no resident homeless population. (Still, you should always arrange your luggage so it cant walk away at night without alerting you.) HASSLES: None encountered.

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Airport Lounges

Day passes can be purchased to enter any of these airline lounges at the San Francisco airport.

• American Admiral's Club Lounge - Terminal 3
• Continental President's Club Lounge - Terminal 1
• Delta Sky Club Lounge - Terminal 1
• Delta Sky Club Lounge - International Terminal
• United Red Carpet Club Lounge - Terminal 3
• United Red Carpet Club Lounge - International Terminal

USO
Lounge for United States Armed Forces members and their families.  Access via the elevators located behind the Delta Airlines ticket counter. Located: Terminal 1 - landside, Mezzanine Level. Hours: 24 hours per day

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the San Francisco Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport that offer
free airport shuttle....

• Marriott Hotel
• Hampton Inn
• Embassy Suites
• Hilton Garden Inn
• Courtyard - access to BART

Airport WiFi / Internet

Free wireless internet access is available at the San Francisco Airport. Connect to the "sfo free wifi" network.

Airport Services & Facilities

• Showers
  Located: Freshen' Up International Terminal - landside, level G, Main Hall. Hours: 7:00am - 11:00pm. Fee: $15 for the Deluxe Shower (30 minute shower + 15 minute massage chair with towel, soap, shampoo, lotion, shower shoes, and a hairdryer if required) / $ 8 for the Standard Shower (20 minute shower with soap and towel provided).
• Luggage Storage / Lockers
  Available at the Airport Travel Agency. Rates vary according to size. Located:
  International Terminal - landside, Main Hall. Hours: 7:00am - 11:00pm
  
• Aquarium
  Terminal 1 - Located landside on the Departures/Ticketing level near the entrance to Gates 40-48
  Presented in conjunction with the Steinhart Aquarium, California Academy of Sciences.
• Charging Stations
  Rapidly charges your iPods, cell and smart phones. Fee: yes
  Terminal 1, Boarding Area B near Gate 23
  Terminal 3, Boarding Area E near Gate 61
  Terminal 3, Boarding Area F near Gate 87
• Movie and Portable Entertainment rentals
  InMotion Entertainment offers electronics, accessories, movie and game rentals for your trip or extended stay at the airport. There are 3 locations:
  International Terminal - landside, Main Hall. Hours: 8:00am - 12:00am
  Terminal 3 - airside, Boarding area F near Gate 71. Hours: 6:00am - 8:00pm
  Terminal 3 - airside, Boarding area F at entrance to Gates 80-90 Located airside Concourse C. Hours: 6am-11pm
• Kids Play Area
  Keep your little rugrats busy here. Located: Terminal 3 - airside, Boarding area F near Gate 87A
• Spa
  XpresSpa offers spa services including massages, manicures, pedicures, facials and waxing. Two locations:
  International Terminal - airside, Boarding Area G near Gate 100. Hours: 7:00am - 11:00pm
  Terminal 3 - airside, Boarding Area F near Gate 68. Hours: 8:00am - 11:00pm
• Car Rentals
  Alamos, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, Hertz, National and Thrifty. Location: Rental Car Center, take the AirTrain (blue line)

Airport Hours

open 24 hours

Airport Transportation: Getting There

• BART - rapid rail line connects to San Francisco, San Mateo County and the East Bay.
  Fare: depends on mileage
  Hours: 4:09am - 11:45pm (Mon - Fri), 5:54am - 11:45pm (Sat) and 8:00am - 11:45pm (Sun)
• Taxis, shuttle buses and the usual means of transportation are also available.

Airport Transportation: Getting Around

• AirTrain - AirTrain stations are located in all terminals, terminal garages and the BART Station (Parking Garage G), as well as the Rental Car Center.
  Frequency: 4 minutes
  Hours: 24 hours

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Last Updated: 30 Oct 2010 | Source: San Francisco International Airport

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