Neighborhood he Cow Hollow Motor Inn is located on Lombard street in the Marina District, an area noted for its Victorian architecture and neighborhood charm, with many points of interest nearby. Just a short walk from the Cow Hollow is Union Street, a charming shopping district with converted Victorian houses fine restaurants, galleries, cafes and saloons. Take in extraordinary views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge and surrounding bay while strolling through nearby Marina Green and Yacht harbor. Within walking distance of the Cow Hollow Motor Inn is the Palace of Fine Arts, created for the 1915 Panama Pacific Exposition housing the world famous Exploratorium, a hands-on art and science museum. Make getting there half the fun. Hop on an antique cable car at nearby Fisherman's wharf and let it carry you over impressive hills to such popular destinations as Chinatown or Union Square.