Buena Vista Motor Inn
$184
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Buena Vista Motor Inn
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$184
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Buena Vista Motor Inn average $91 in December, the cheapest month, and $202 in September, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $154 |
| February | $158 |
| March | $148 |
| April | $114 |
| May | $134 |
| June | $183 |
| July | $133 |
| August | $147 |
| September | $202 |
| October | $184 |
| November | $116 |
| December | $91 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include a communal living room, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include a communal living room, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 51 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
With a stay at Buena Vista Motor Inn in San Francisco (Cow Hollow), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Ghirardelli Square and Presidio of San Francisco. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from San Francisco Bay and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Pier 39.
What's nearby
Van Ness Avenue(0.2 miles)
Union Street(0.2 miles)
Fort Mason(0.3 miles)
Ghirardelli Square(0.5 miles)
Lombard Street(0.6 miles)
San Francisco Bay(0.8 miles)
Marina Green(0.8 miles)
California Pacific Medical Center: Pacific Campus(1 miles)
The Regency Ballroom(1.1 miles)
Presidio of San Francisco(1.2 miles)
Club Fugazi(1.2 miles)
Coit Tower(1.2 miles)
CPMC Van Ness Campus(1.3 miles)
Cable Car Museum(1.3 miles)
Pier 39(1.3 miles)
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)(15.7 miles)
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)(21 miles)
San Carlos, CA (SQL)(26.8 miles)
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field)(30.7 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Tour Desk
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
ATM / Cash Machine
Location
1599 Lombard Street, Cow Hollow, San Francisco, California, United States of America
Van Ness Avenue (0.2 miles)
Union Street (0.2 miles)
Fort Mason (0.3 miles)
Ghirardelli Square (0.5 miles)
Lombard Street (0.6 miles)
San Francisco Bay (0.8 miles)
Room options
10
Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
500 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingSeparate Living Room
12
Suite
Room details
2 Queen Beds
, 1 Murphy Bed
, and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
7
Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
7
Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
275 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
12
King Room with Sofa Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 3
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
6
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
279 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
Guest reviews of Buena Vista Motor Inn
8
Very good
Based on 1,287 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
6%
Couple
36%
Family
43%
Group
11%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Buena Vista Motor Inn, travelers consistently praise the convenient, walkable location near Fisherman’s Wharf and the Marina, generally clean rooms, and friendly staff, while noting that the free on‑site parking is tight and first‑come, first‑served.
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What guests think
At Buena Vista Motor Inn, travelers consistently praise the convenient, walkable location near Fisherman’s Wharf and the Marina, generally clean rooms, and friendly staff, while noting that the free on‑site parking is tight and first‑come, first‑served.
Multiple reviews mention the older, dated building, street and hallway noise from thin walls, firm mattresses, small bathrooms or low water pressure, and occasional Wi‑Fi or maintenance issues. Guests also appreciate the rooftop patio and small garden, and many consider it good value for the area. Expect a basic, budget‑friendly stay that prioritizes location over amenities.
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Facilities
Free on-site parking is a major draw but spaces are limited, tight, and first‑come, first‑served. Guests like the rooftop patio and garden; the property is older (including the elevator), and there’s no on-site breakfast.
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Alexander
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent service, and a really neat location. Parking was definitely limited though. They had a two level indoor garage, and it was quite tight. We had a midsize car and it worked alright. If you have a larger SUV or truck, you'd want to show up earlier in the evening to get a larger parking slot in the garage .
Excellent service, and a really neat location. Parking was definitely limited though. They had a two level indoor garage, and it was quite tight. We had a midsize car and it worked alright. If you have a larger SUV or truck, you'd want to show up earlier in the evening to get a larger parking slot in the garage .
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Stephen
Jun 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Not a lot of parking space. Otherwise, adequate to purpose and close to a number of unique restaurants.
Not a lot of parking space. Otherwise, adequate to purpose and close to a number of unique restaurants.
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Robin
Aug 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This is a nice hotel. Nothing fancy, but clean and safe. The roof top patio is nice. The parking situation is tricky but it’s free. I would stay again for sure.
This is a nice hotel. Nothing fancy, but clean and safe. The roof top patio is nice. The parking situation is tricky but it’s free. I would stay again for sure.
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Marco
Dec 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great budget friendly hotel in a great location. Several restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc to walk to. The hotel is as advertised. A great value for a short stay. Property does feel dated, the hallways could use a refresh, and it has an older elevator that curiously is slow with only a short number of levels. The room was quite adequate and comfortable. I had the room with the sofa. I recommend it for additional square footage and extra seating area. Room was clean and comfortable as expected. My only complaint was the water pressure from the shower. It was extremely low pressure. Parking is a huge plus considering it is included in the price. I would stay again, but at this price point, there are other options to consider. But, if parking and location is a priority, then this is a definitely great option.
This is a great budget friendly hotel in a great location. Several restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc to walk to. The hotel is as advertised. A great value for a short stay. Property does feel dated, the hallways could use a refresh, and it has an older elevator that curiously is slow with only a short number of levels. The room was quite adequate and comfortable. I had the room with the sofa. I recommend it for additional square footage and extra seating area. Room was clean and comfortable as expected. My only complaint was the water pressure from the shower. It was extremely low pressure. Parking is a huge plus considering it is included in the price. I would stay again, but at this price point, there are other options to consider. But, if parking and location is a priority, then this is a definitely great option.
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Gina
Jul 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a great location for our trip! We really enjoyed the rooftop patio, and with our room placement, we were able to watch the 4th of July fireworks without having to leave our room! We did have a little trouble with our key cards, but it wasn't a terrible inconvenience.
This was a great location for our trip! We really enjoyed the rooftop patio, and with our room placement, we were able to watch the 4th of July fireworks without having to leave our room! We did have a little trouble with our key cards, but it wasn't a terrible inconvenience.
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Ashley
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location! Very friendly staff! The parking is tight but very doable and they are very accommodating with it. The garden and the rooftop are added bonuses. The rooms aren’t anything special but they are clean and comfortable. The hotel is very Sam Francisco and quaint. I enjoyed it very much.
Excellent location! Very friendly staff! The parking is tight but very doable and they are very accommodating with it. The garden and the rooftop are added bonuses. The rooms aren’t anything special but they are clean and comfortable. The hotel is very Sam Francisco and quaint. I enjoyed it very much.
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Onur
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 11 nights
The hotel is in the Marina District. You can walk throught the ocean, markets and restaurants, laundry also walkin distance. Parking is limited but receptionists help about it. There is no laundry in the hotel, but next to the hotel there is a public laundry. Ice and coke machine in the corridor Big refrigerator and coffee machine in the room. No slippers and breakfast Everyday they tidy your room
The hotel is in the Marina District. You can walk throught the ocean, markets and restaurants, laundry also walkin distance. Parking is limited but receptionists help about it. There is no laundry in the hotel, but next to the hotel there is a public laundry. Ice and coke machine in the corridor Big refrigerator and coffee machine in the room. No slippers and breakfast Everyday they tidy your room
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Stacy
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and we had enough room. They advertised breakfast and they said they stopped doing that last year. That was one factor why we chose that hotel. So that info needs updated. Even showed pics of breakfast being served.
The room was clean and we had enough room. They advertised breakfast and they said they stopped doing that last year. That was one factor why we chose that hotel. So that info needs updated. Even showed pics of breakfast being served.
8
Damindu
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good place to stay. Limited parking though
Good place to stay. Limited parking though
10
Jerad
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was fine; 3rd floor lounge and balcony were too small to accommodate more than 2 people; great value for tourist district given the guaranteed parking. No on-site breakfast but they offer local restaurant breakfast discounts. Would stay again.
Hotel was fine; 3rd floor lounge and balcony were too small to accommodate more than 2 people; great value for tourist district given the guaranteed parking. No on-site breakfast but they offer local restaurant breakfast discounts. Would stay again.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness earns frequent praise for tidy rooms and common areas. A few guests reported issues such as dirty carpets, odors, or isolated bedding and pest concerns.
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Megan
Jul 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I chose a place with parking for 4th of July festivities. They did not have parking available. I found street parking and went into the room. Toenails and hair on the bed. Bed like concrete. No working wifi. Left immediately.
I chose a place with parking for 4th of July festivities. They did not have parking available. I found street parking and went into the room. Toenails and hair on the bed. Bed like concrete. No working wifi. Left immediately.
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Nikki
Nov 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean room, comfy beds and walking distance to everything.
Clean room, comfy beds and walking distance to everything.
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Sarah
Oct 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The photos are NOT accurate. The carpets were filthy. The room was much smaller than what appears in the photos. The room was sprayed with a potent spray to cover the dirty conditions. I did not feel safe. DO NOT STAY HERE!! I also purchased the travel insurance through hotels.com which was a joke. I paid $50 and was only refunded $100 from my cancelation. There are a million better places to stay. I was forced to book this hotel due to DreamForce and paid almost $1000 for two nights and did not stay. I travel to SF 2x a month for work and have stayed in very nice hotels and humble hotels. My top priority is safety and cleanliness, of which this hotel has neither. Please please please do not stay here.
The photos are NOT accurate. The carpets were filthy. The room was much smaller than what appears in the photos. The room was sprayed with a potent spray to cover the dirty conditions. I did not feel safe. DO NOT STAY HERE!! I also purchased the travel insurance through hotels.com which was a joke. I paid $50 and was only refunded $100 from my cancelation. There are a million better places to stay. I was forced to book this hotel due to DreamForce and paid almost $1000 for two nights and did not stay. I travel to SF 2x a month for work and have stayed in very nice hotels and humble hotels. My top priority is safety and cleanliness, of which this hotel has neither. Please please please do not stay here.
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Nikki
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very clean room and the shower was nice and hot. Super easy to park and walk everywhere.
Very clean room and the shower was nice and hot. Super easy to park and walk everywhere.
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Sonia
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean, check in was smooth, quick n easy. Location was good. For the price it was good hotel.
Room was clean, check in was smooth, quick n easy. Location was good. For the price it was good hotel.
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Antonio
Feb 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. Super clean and safe. Will definitely keep this place in mind when returning to SFO!
Excellent location. Super clean and safe. Will definitely keep this place in mind when returning to SFO!
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Gabrielle Y
Nov 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Cool place to be away from the bustle of Downtown SF & The Piers. LOW SCORE FOR BEDDING NOT BEING CHANGED PROPERLY ( RANDOM HAIR/S UNDERNEATH COVERS) :(
Cool place to be away from the bustle of Downtown SF & The Piers. LOW SCORE FOR BEDDING NOT BEING CHANGED PROPERLY ( RANDOM HAIR/S UNDERNEATH COVERS) :(
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Nikki
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We love this hotel!!! Walking distance to everything and so clean.
We love this hotel!!! Walking distance to everything and so clean.
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deana
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel and very clean rooms. The staff was outstanding and willing to assist if you asked. The free parking is what lead me to choose this Hotel. The room pictures was very correct.
Beautiful hotel and very clean rooms. The staff was outstanding and willing to assist if you asked. The free parking is what lead me to choose this Hotel. The room pictures was very correct.
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Barry
Apr 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was great. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Most importantly a very clean hotel. Will stay again.
Our stay was great. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Most importantly a very clean hotel. Will stay again.
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Rooms
Rooms range from spacious suites to smaller, dated units; several note thin walls and street noise on Lombard. Common complaints include firm mattresses, compact bathrooms or low water pressure, while some rooms feature large fridges or kitchenettes and good views.
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Daniel
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Property rated as 8.2. no way! Room we got had sink outside bathroom and you could touch all 4 walls inside bathroom without moving your feet. photos showed a couch, no room for one in our room. Not a single photo showed a room like ours was possible. I had Expedia on the fone to move hotel as not what was represented but it was already late at night and we had driven 12 hours to get there. Toughed it out. I was very worried about losing the parking spot as it was VERY VERY limited for the number of rooms and no nearby parking for any amount of money!.
Property rated as 8.2. no way! Room we got had sink outside bathroom and you could touch all 4 walls inside bathroom without moving your feet. photos showed a couch, no room for one in our room. Not a single photo showed a room like ours was possible. I had Expedia on the fone to move hotel as not what was represented but it was already late at night and we had driven 12 hours to get there. Toughed it out. I was very worried about losing the parking spot as it was VERY VERY limited for the number of rooms and no nearby parking for any amount of money!.
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Kelly
Jan 10, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice little hotel. Terrible water pressure. Nice enough place to stay. I would go back.
Nice little hotel. Terrible water pressure. Nice enough place to stay. I would go back.
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Erika
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Parking is terrible, beds are as hard as a rock, bathroom had a leakage in ceiling, window couldn't close, sheets were very old, checkout kiosk didnt work properly.
Parking is terrible, beds are as hard as a rock, bathroom had a leakage in ceiling, window couldn't close, sheets were very old, checkout kiosk didnt work properly.
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Hugo
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Great stay. I loved the place. Perfect for me. Walls are thin, you can hear noise from the other guests and traffic from Lombard street. I sleep like a rock so that did not affect me. But if you wake up easily this might not be the place for u. This place worked for me due to the proximity of many attractions in the city.
Great stay. I loved the place. Perfect for me. Walls are thin, you can hear noise from the other guests and traffic from Lombard street. I sleep like a rock so that did not affect me. But if you wake up easily this might not be the place for u. This place worked for me due to the proximity of many attractions in the city.
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joel
Sep 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The traffic noise on the side of the building was loud there were several disturbances during the night in the hallways you can pretty much hear through the walls
The traffic noise on the side of the building was loud there were several disturbances during the night in the hallways you can pretty much hear through the walls
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Jose
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The beds are extremely hard, staff was very nice and communicated to me that the mattress are new that's why they're hard. However, I believe the mattress are just hard. I used extra pillows to sleep on, that helped. I recommend the hotel installing some padding to the mattress tops. Everything else was excellent!
The beds are extremely hard, staff was very nice and communicated to me that the mattress are new that's why they're hard. However, I believe the mattress are just hard. I used extra pillows to sleep on, that helped. I recommend the hotel installing some padding to the mattress tops. Everything else was excellent!
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Ana
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in a suite. I chose this place because it came with parking included and price was very reasonable. The AC/Heater worked great, the water pressure was great, the rooms were cozy, clean and spacious, microwave was huge, the roof patio was very cool, and the customer service went above and beyond! I would definitely stay here again!
We stayed in a suite. I chose this place because it came with parking included and price was very reasonable. The AC/Heater worked great, the water pressure was great, the rooms were cozy, clean and spacious, microwave was huge, the roof patio was very cool, and the customer service went above and beyond! I would definitely stay here again!
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Francis
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff very good, our room was dated but big. Room service very good, location good. Parking available if required. Enjoyed our stay.
Staff very good, our room was dated but big. Room service very good, location good. Parking available if required. Enjoyed our stay.
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Gretchen
Jun 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We enjoyed the location and being able to walk to Ghirardelli Square and the Piers. Our suite was large and had nice amenities in the kitchenette.
We enjoyed the location and being able to walk to Ghirardelli Square and the Piers. Our suite was large and had nice amenities in the kitchenette.
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Sonni
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff were polite and accommodating to the best of their ability. The room I had was on the 1st floor and facing the street, I heard every car, truck, emergency vehicle and conversation that went by. If you’re a light sleeper you should ask for a room towards the back when booking. The curtains in my room for not completely close on the ends so you could see up into the room from the street ( yes I went outside and looked) so I had to pin the curtain to the wall. Other than that it was a nice clean room with a comfy bed in a good location. Parking is 1st come 1st serve so get there early.
The staff were polite and accommodating to the best of their ability. The room I had was on the 1st floor and facing the street, I heard every car, truck, emergency vehicle and conversation that went by. If you’re a light sleeper you should ask for a room towards the back when booking. The curtains in my room for not completely close on the ends so you could see up into the room from the street ( yes I went outside and looked) so I had to pin the curtain to the wall. Other than that it was a nice clean room with a comfy bed in a good location. Parking is 1st come 1st serve so get there early.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful, with easy check‑in/out and assistance when issues arise. There are occasional complaints about slow check‑in, communication, or unresolved maintenance requests.
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Mubassir
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Very good location to visit SF tourist areas while avoiding crowd. Local and hop on busses are right outside the hotel. Safeway is 15 min walk. The hotel itself is old and amenities quite dated, however room service is provided every day. Front desk staff are also very helpful.
Very good location to visit SF tourist areas while avoiding crowd. Local and hop on busses are right outside the hotel. Safeway is 15 min walk. The hotel itself is old and amenities quite dated, however room service is provided every day. Front desk staff are also very helpful.
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Harman
Dec 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We asked to fix the heater in room and the staff said they will come in 10 mins but no one came. For the bathroom shower, it won’t work, had to leave for my flight without taking shower.
We asked to fix the heater in room and the staff said they will come in 10 mins but no one came. For the bathroom shower, it won’t work, had to leave for my flight without taking shower.
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Shannah
Apr 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The lady who checked me in was very helpful and very kind. She showed me how to get from the underground parking to the elevator and we chatted about things to do in the area. 10/10 for her customer service.
The lady who checked me in was very helpful and very kind. She showed me how to get from the underground parking to the elevator and we chatted about things to do in the area. 10/10 for her customer service.
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Roland
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff very friendly and helpful! Rooms could have more comfortable seats or places to sit and rest. It's nothing fancy but very nice place to stay Highly recommend for a weekend getaway.
Staff very friendly and helpful! Rooms could have more comfortable seats or places to sit and rest. It's nothing fancy but very nice place to stay Highly recommend for a weekend getaway.
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Sonia
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean, check in was smooth, quick n easy. Location was good. For the price it was good hotel.
Room was clean, check in was smooth, quick n easy. Location was good. For the price it was good hotel.
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Saul
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I called the property to cancel due to illness three days before check in, Tessa said wait a day for expedia to reach out to us, she said she would cancel but it’s thru expedia so we have to wait, I called back the next day first to expedia then the property they put it off on one another. they denied our request to reschedule or cancel. Sheisty.
I called the property to cancel due to illness three days before check in, Tessa said wait a day for expedia to reach out to us, she said she would cancel but it’s thru expedia so we have to wait, I called back the next day first to expedia then the property they put it off on one another. they denied our request to reschedule or cancel. Sheisty.
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Rafael
Feb 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Every staff member in this hotel is amazing, the attention to details and the care is top tier.
Every staff member in this hotel is amazing, the attention to details and the care is top tier.
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vicki
Feb 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Took forever to check in! Big line and very slow
Took forever to check in! Big line and very slow
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Francis
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Staff very good, our room was dated but big. Room service very good, location good. Parking available if required. Enjoyed our stay.
Staff very good, our room was dated but big. Room service very good, location good. Parking available if required. Enjoyed our stay.
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Arlex
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a great experience overall. Recommend the 3rd floor if you can get it, the rooftop balcony is a sublime view. Those at the front desk (shoutout Ray) for being very helpful and enjoyable to chat with, thanks!
Had a great experience overall. Recommend the 3rd floor if you can get it, the rooftop balcony is a sublime view. Those at the front desk (shoutout Ray) for being very helpful and enjoyable to chat with, thanks!
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Location
Location is consistently praised as walkable to Fisherman’s Wharf and the Marina, with bus and tour stops right outside and many restaurants and coffee shops nearby. Several guests also felt the area was safe.
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Yesenia
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! Around lots of fun activities, restaurants, and coffee shops
Great stay! Around lots of fun activities, restaurants, and coffee shops
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May
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
It was easy to walk to Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39 etc
It was easy to walk to Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39 etc
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Danilo
Oct 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is older than appears. The location is perfect.
The hotel is older than appears. The location is perfect.
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ROBERT
Jan 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel, walkable to the Embarcadero.
Nice hotel, walkable to the Embarcadero.
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Naveena
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved the fact that their property is in between all the hot spots in SF.. we were able to travel around freely and felt safer than other parts of SF
Loved the fact that their property is in between all the hot spots in SF.. we were able to travel around freely and felt safer than other parts of SF
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George
Jan 14, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location and right on the bus line. Relatively quiet for the city. We were in the suite, which was very spacious. Friendly and helpful staff.
Excellent location and right on the bus line. Relatively quiet for the city. We were in the suite, which was very spacious. Friendly and helpful staff.
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Antonio
Feb 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent location. Super clean and safe. Will definitely keep this place in mind when returning to SFO!
Excellent location. Super clean and safe. Will definitely keep this place in mind when returning to SFO!
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Alex J
Sep 6, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
For a budget stay, with secure free parking, I’m not sure what more you can ask for. Minutes from Marina District and a few blocks from Union St.
For a budget stay, with secure free parking, I’m not sure what more you can ask for. Minutes from Marina District and a few blocks from Union St.
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Julian
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location close to Big Bus stop and east for getting around, clean friendly and comfortable hotel
Great location close to Big Bus stop and east for getting around, clean friendly and comfortable hotel
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Aaron
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location of this hotel made it worth the stay. it's a few blocks from the Marina District with lots of dining and shopping. It's a little over a mile from Pier 39 and the Uber ride was quick to get there. There are 3-4 coffee shops easily walkable for breakfast. It is an older hotel with low water pressure and nothing fancy, but it is clean and serves its purpose nicely.
The location of this hotel made it worth the stay. it's a few blocks from the Marina District with lots of dining and shopping. It's a little over a mile from Pier 39 and the Uber ride was quick to get there. There are 3-4 coffee shops easily walkable for breakfast. It is an older hotel with low water pressure and nothing fancy, but it is clean and serves its purpose nicely.
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Dining
No on-site breakfast is offered (despite older references), but guests note many nearby restaurants and cafes, and occasional local breakfast discounts.
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Mubassir
Jul 20, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Very good location to visit SF tourist areas while avoiding crowd. Local and hop on busses are right outside the hotel. Safeway is 15 min walk. The hotel itself is old and amenities quite dated, however room service is provided every day. Front desk staff are also very helpful.
Very good location to visit SF tourist areas while avoiding crowd. Local and hop on busses are right outside the hotel. Safeway is 15 min walk. The hotel itself is old and amenities quite dated, however room service is provided every day. Front desk staff are also very helpful.
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Yesenia
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay! Around lots of fun activities, restaurants, and coffee shops
Great stay! Around lots of fun activities, restaurants, and coffee shops
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Joan
Feb 7, 2025
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Stayed 10 nights
Neighbourhood: Fairly clean, mostly just have to worry about dog-owners not picking up. 10-15 min walk to numerous areas with lots of restaurants (Union St, Chestnut St, Polk St, Ghirardelli Square). Transit: Excellent. Bus stop directly in front and across the street. You can get to/from the airport with a bus and train ride (about 60-90 min). Front Desk: I made requests for quiet room with a handheld showerhead, and they were able to accommodate by purchasing a showerhead since the available room didn't have one pre-installed. They also had electric kettles and plastic cutlery upon request. My room was above the garden, and there were people smoking weed there and it was getting into the room. After I brought it up to them (smoking is permissible on grounds, just not in rooms), they took care of it. Room: A/C / heater unit was a bit dusty, and turning it on triggered my allergies. The room shows its wear & tear, but clean and comfortable. The provided toiletries are harsh on the skin & hair, and no body lotion is provided. Conditioner wasn't strong enough. You can still hear people above and beside you, but not what they're saying if they're speaking average volume level. Conclusion: I would stay here again for the value and area.
Neighbourhood: Fairly clean, mostly just have to worry about dog-owners not picking up. 10-15 min walk to numerous areas with lots of restaurants (Union St, Chestnut St, Polk St, Ghirardelli Square). Transit: Excellent. Bus stop directly in front and across the street. You can get to/from the airport with a bus and train ride (about 60-90 min). Front Desk: I made requests for quiet room with a handheld showerhead, and they were able to accommodate by purchasing a showerhead since the available room didn't have one pre-installed. They also had electric kettles and plastic cutlery upon request. My room was above the garden, and there were people smoking weed there and it was getting into the room. After I brought it up to them (smoking is permissible on grounds, just not in rooms), they took care of it. Room: A/C / heater unit was a bit dusty, and turning it on triggered my allergies. The room shows its wear & tear, but clean and comfortable. The provided toiletries are harsh on the skin & hair, and no body lotion is provided. Conditioner wasn't strong enough. You can still hear people above and beside you, but not what they're saying if they're speaking average volume level. Conclusion: I would stay here again for the value and area.
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Patricia
Sep 22, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location, reasonable price. Both Muni and Big Bus stop right outside the front door, making getting around the city very easy. Comfortable walking distance to Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman's Wharf, the world's crookedest street, and the Bay. Good, reasonably priced food is available nearby. John at the front desk was wonderfully helpful, letting us check in early and giving us a quiet room and a discount on Big Bus tickets. Can't quite give it a full 5 stars because the heater needed maintenance (loud and smelly) and a couple of other things didn't work properly. Also, this part of Lombard gets noisy (our room location on the back helped a lot). Would give it 4.5 stars if we could.
Great location, reasonable price. Both Muni and Big Bus stop right outside the front door, making getting around the city very easy. Comfortable walking distance to Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman's Wharf, the world's crookedest street, and the Bay. Good, reasonably priced food is available nearby. John at the front desk was wonderfully helpful, letting us check in early and giving us a quiet room and a discount on Big Bus tickets. Can't quite give it a full 5 stars because the heater needed maintenance (loud and smelly) and a couple of other things didn't work properly. Also, this part of Lombard gets noisy (our room location on the back helped a lot). Would give it 4.5 stars if we could.
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Marco
Dec 21, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This is a great budget friendly hotel in a great location. Several restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc to walk to. The hotel is as advertised. A great value for a short stay. Property does feel dated, the hallways could use a refresh, and it has an older elevator that curiously is slow with only a short number of levels. The room was quite adequate and comfortable. I had the room with the sofa. I recommend it for additional square footage and extra seating area. Room was clean and comfortable as expected. My only complaint was the water pressure from the shower. It was extremely low pressure. Parking is a huge plus considering it is included in the price. I would stay again, but at this price point, there are other options to consider. But, if parking and location is a priority, then this is a definitely great option.
This is a great budget friendly hotel in a great location. Several restaurants, bars, coffee shops, etc to walk to. The hotel is as advertised. A great value for a short stay. Property does feel dated, the hallways could use a refresh, and it has an older elevator that curiously is slow with only a short number of levels. The room was quite adequate and comfortable. I had the room with the sofa. I recommend it for additional square footage and extra seating area. Room was clean and comfortable as expected. My only complaint was the water pressure from the shower. It was extremely low pressure. Parking is a huge plus considering it is included in the price. I would stay again, but at this price point, there are other options to consider. But, if parking and location is a priority, then this is a definitely great option.
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Onur
Aug 5, 2025
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Stayed 11 nights
The hotel is in the Marina District. You can walk throught the ocean, markets and restaurants, laundry also walkin distance. Parking is limited but receptionists help about it. There is no laundry in the hotel, but next to the hotel there is a public laundry. Ice and coke machine in the corridor Big refrigerator and coffee machine in the room. No slippers and breakfast Everyday they tidy your room
The hotel is in the Marina District. You can walk throught the ocean, markets and restaurants, laundry also walkin distance. Parking is limited but receptionists help about it. There is no laundry in the hotel, but next to the hotel there is a public laundry. Ice and coke machine in the corridor Big refrigerator and coffee machine in the room. No slippers and breakfast Everyday they tidy your room
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Mohit
Feb 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This property workout out perfect for what we needed it for ! Me and my partner decided to go bar hoping and it was at a great location to do so !! We were able to walk there and back with no issues. Rooms were clean and comfy ! I have 0 complaints enjoyed my stay at this property !!
This property workout out perfect for what we needed it for ! Me and my partner decided to go bar hoping and it was at a great location to do so !! We were able to walk there and back with no issues. Rooms were clean and comfy ! I have 0 complaints enjoyed my stay at this property !!
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Stacy
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean and we had enough room. They advertised breakfast and they said they stopped doing that last year. That was one factor why we chose that hotel. So that info needs updated. Even showed pics of breakfast being served.
The room was clean and we had enough room. They advertised breakfast and they said they stopped doing that last year. That was one factor why we chose that hotel. So that info needs updated. Even showed pics of breakfast being served.
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Michelle
Jan 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location with free and easy access parking tight fit in garage though. Be careful. Can walk to restaurants and coffee shops but need Uber to the piers
Great location with free and easy access parking tight fit in garage though. Be careful. Can walk to restaurants and coffee shops but need Uber to the piers
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Jerad
Aug 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was fine; 3rd floor lounge and balcony were too small to accommodate more than 2 people; great value for tourist district given the guaranteed parking. No on-site breakfast but they offer local restaurant breakfast discounts. Would stay again.
Hotel was fine; 3rd floor lounge and balcony were too small to accommodate more than 2 people; great value for tourist district given the guaranteed parking. No on-site breakfast but they offer local restaurant breakfast discounts. Would stay again.
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Karla
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Very rundown, but the only thing available that night because of Fleet Week. Check in was through a computer, rooms were shabby, some mold in bathrooms, etc. Free parking was a plus.
Very rundown, but the only thing available that night because of Fleet Week. Check in was through a computer, rooms were shabby, some mold in bathrooms, etc. Free parking was a plus.
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Maria
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was quite hard. We were fortunate to have a quiet room facing the back, however, the parking situation was difficult. The room was expensive for what it was. The room coffee was the worst ever.
Bed was quite hard. We were fortunate to have a quiet room facing the back, however, the parking situation was difficult. The room was expensive for what it was. The room coffee was the worst ever.
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mark
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location. Has nice rooftop patio with beautiful golden gate bridge sunset. Many restaurants and bars in walking distance. Parking free but tight.
Great location. Has nice rooftop patio with beautiful golden gate bridge sunset. Many restaurants and bars in walking distance. Parking free but tight.
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Frederick
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
This is a five star review for a three star hotel. If you’re looking for luxury there are plenty of hotels in Union square/finanisl district. If you’re looking for a budget friendly hotel with great location and excellent service this is your stay. There are great areas around… chestnut st, union st, eaat beach(great views of Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard st and Ghirardelli square(15 min walk). Be warned though.. SF is very hilly and recommend asking for directions before assuming google will get you there. There are bus stops everywhere and shoukd be a problem though. Room was perfect and no issues(well maybe just low pressure in shower). Overall great stay and welcoming service.
This is a five star review for a three star hotel. If you’re looking for luxury there are plenty of hotels in Union square/finanisl district. If you’re looking for a budget friendly hotel with great location and excellent service this is your stay. There are great areas around… chestnut st, union st, eaat beach(great views of Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard st and Ghirardelli square(15 min walk). Be warned though.. SF is very hilly and recommend asking for directions before assuming google will get you there. There are bus stops everywhere and shoukd be a problem though. Room was perfect and no issues(well maybe just low pressure in shower). Overall great stay and welcoming service.
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Jason
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Good stay
Good stay
Property Policies
Check-in
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From 15:00 to 23:59
Before 12:00
FAQs about Buena Vista Motor Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited, and height restrictions apply.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the hotel's location in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Cow Hollow, within a 5-minute drive of Ghirardelli Square and Presidio of San Francisco. It is approximately 1.6 miles from Pier 39 and 2.7 miles from Moscone Convention Center.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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- 2026-10-24: 171.57643120117189USD
- 2026-10-25: 128.4499467376709USD
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- 2026-11-06: 123.72735371704103USD
- 2026-11-07: 130.21241068115236USD
- 2026-11-08: 115.14367519836426USD
- 2026-11-09: 108.01638333129884USD
- 2026-11-10: 107.24509112243653USD
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- 2026-11-13: 131.61215845947265USD
- 2026-11-14: 131.35506105651857USD
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- 2026-11-19: 315.60065767822266USD
- 2026-11-20: 132.07635616760254USD
- 2026-11-21: 128.96977465820314USD
- 2026-11-22: 108.75910821228028USD
- 2026-11-23: 107.65216272277833USD
- 2026-11-24: 116.07207916259766USD
- 2026-11-25: 115.48647458496094USD
- 2026-11-26: 131.60501235351563USD
- 2026-11-27: 139.97494879150392USD
- 2026-11-28: 138.45994013671876USD
- 2026-11-29: 108.56345364379884USD
- 2026-11-30: 108.13779020080567USD
- 2026-12-01: 124.47057438049318USD
- 2026-12-02: 131.31221006469727USD
- 2026-12-03: 135.0689248046875USD
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- 2026-12-05: 139.3464846740723USD
- 2026-12-06: 161.52109080200196USD
- 2026-12-07: 220.27485244140627USD
- 2026-12-08: 222.91723624267578USD
- 2026-12-09: 221.84215759887695USD
- 2026-12-10: 227.07201301879883USD
- 2026-12-11: 138.27424395751953USD
- 2026-12-12: 143.5082365966797USD
- 2026-12-13: 127.39197258911133USD
- 2026-12-14: 123.84211881103516USD
- 2026-12-15: 123.84211881103516USD
- 2026-12-16: 123.72071194152832USD
- 2026-12-17: 127.28497760314941USD
- 2026-12-18: 139.6678542907715USD
- 2026-12-19: 141.4505769317627USD
- 2026-12-20: 131.84634729309082USD
- 2026-12-21: 122.92085240478517USD
- 2026-12-22: 122.931751071167USD
- 2026-12-23: 130.6623247253418USD
- 2026-12-24: 136.25925577697754USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- In-room microwave fee: USD 10 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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