Where to Stay Near Dreamstate San Francisco: Hotel Julian

If your idea of heaven is a synth-soaked soundscape and a room full of like-minded dreamers, then Dreamstate San Francisco is calling. Created by Insomniac, Dreamstate brings the world’s top trance DJs to the Bay for a weekend of euphoric highs, hands-in-the-air moments, and otherworldly visuals.

When you’re chasing the sound, you also need somewhere to land. Hotel Julian, just a short rideshare from most major Dreamstate venues, offers a boutique stay where design, mood, and movement come together. It’s a space to reset, recharge, and reflect—without losing the vibe.

About Dreamstate San Francisco

Known globally as "Your Trance Destination," Dreamstate has become a staple of the international dance music calendar. While traditionally anchored in Southern California, its San Francisco edition taps into the city’s underground roots and forward-thinking energy.

Festival highlights include:

• Top global trance artists: uplifting, progressive, tech-trance, and psytrance

• Hypnotic light shows and fully immersive visuals

• High-BPM stages with wall-to-wall energy

• A crowd that’s equal parts devoted, stylish, and transportive

• Hosted at major venues such as Bill Graham Civic Auditorium or Pier 80 (venue varies by year)

Whether you’re there for the melodies or the lasers, Dreamstate promises a full-body, out-of-this-world experience.

Hotel Julian: A Boutique Hotel for Dreamstate Fans

If you're searching for a hotel near Dreamstate San Francisco, Hotel Julian offers more than location—it offers alignment. With its moody interiors, art-driven ambiance, and sense of modern escape, Julian resonates with the same pulse that defines Dreamstate.

Why Hotel Julian fits your festival frequency:

• Easy access to Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, Pier 80, and downtown afterparties

• Rooms designed for sound sleep and sensory calm after a night of sonic overload

• Exhibit A, our rotating outdoor sculpture series—visual immersion even after the lasers fade

• Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar—a perfect pre-party stop or chill-down lounge post-show

Julian is where trance meets tranquility, where your night doesn’t end—it just evolves.

From Drop to Downbeat

You’ve danced under the lights, floated through melodies, and found your moment in the music. Now, return to Hotel Julian, where soft textures, ambient lighting, and curated calm give your night a graceful landing.

Planning Your Dreamstate Weekend?

Book early—Dreamstate San Francisco attracts fans from across the globe, and nearby boutique hotels fill quickly. If you're wondering where to stay for Dreamstate, Hotel Julian is your destination for comfort, culture, and just the right dose of moody magic.

Book your stay at Hotel Julian—where the trance fades into something beautiful.