Optical Fiber Convention

Where to Stay for the Optical Fiber Conference (OFC): Hotel Julian, San Francisco

When the leaders of optical networking, photonics, and fiber communication gather each year at OFC, the world listens. This premier conference, hosted at Moscone Center, brings together engineers, researchers, and tech executives to explore breakthroughs in 5G, data center connectivity, and next-gen optical infrastructure.

For attendees seeking a hotel experience that combines location, design, and downtime, Hotel Julian offers a boutique stay just a short ride from the convention floor. With refined guest rooms, curated art, and brunch every Saturday and Sunday at Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar, Julian helps you reset while staying connected.

About the OFC Conference

Organized by The Optical Society (OSA) and IEEE Communications Society, the Optical Fiber Communication Conference is the world’s largest event for optical and photonic networking. With technical sessions, product showcases, and global keynotes, OFC is where optical innovation is made tangible.

???? When It Happens:

OFC is typically held in early to mid-March at Moscone Center. In 2025, the conference is expected to take place March 10–13, with exhibits open March 11–13.

OFC highlights include:

  • In-depth sessions on fiber optics, integrated photonics, 800G/1.6T, and AI-enabled networks

  • Live product demos from over 500 global exhibitors

  • Poster presentations, startup showcases, and tech briefings

  • A global audience of researchers, developers, carriers, and enterprise IT

  • Groundbreaking research and real-world applications of ultra-high-speed networking

Hotel Julian: Boutique Hospitality with Easy Access to OFC

While not adjacent to Moscone, Hotel Julian offers easy rideshare or public transit access to the convention center—making it a great option for OFC attendees who want proximity without sacrificing style. Located in San Francisco’s creative corridor, Julian offers quiet comfort, elegant design, and space to think between sessions.

Why tech professionals choose Julian for OFC:

  • Short rideshare or Muni trip to Moscone Center

  • Sleek, moody guest rooms perfect for recharging

  • Exhibit A, Julian’s rotating outdoor sculpture series for an added dose of creative inspiration

  • Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar—serving brunch every Saturday and Sunday, perfect for networking or unwinding after a tech-filled week

Julian gives OFC attendees a place to process, connect, and come up for air—just off the main fiber line.

Weekend Brunch at Carlotta’s: Lighten Your Load

Whether you’re wrapping up a successful week or arriving early for setup, brunch at Carlotta’s Cocktail and Wine Bar is a weekend must. Served every Saturday and Sunday, it features small plates with big flavor, sparkling cocktails, and a stylish setting just right for your team—or your solo decompression.

Fuel up, tune out, or talk shop—we’ll keep your seat warm.

Planning Your OFC Conference Stay?

As the leading event in the optical networking world, OFC fills up San Francisco’s hotels quickly. If you're searching where to stay for the Optical Fiber Conference, Hotel Julian offers smart access to Moscone Center and a design-driven atmosphere perfect for deep thinkers and global connectors.

Book your stay at Hotel Julian—where bandwidth meets boutique, and brunch is served on the wavelength that matters.