This old-fashioned, five-floor hotel on a busy Tenderloin street was built in 1908 and has some charming historical details, as well as basic amenities and lots of helpful information for tourists. It’s near many attractions and offers a standard continental breakfast. While it’s a budget hotel and a little run-down in places, the rates are generally tough to beat. If there's room in the budget, though, the pricier Hotel Diva has a better location and a lot more to offer.
This old-fashioned, five-floor hotel on a busy Tenderloin street was built in 1908 and has some charming historical details, as well as basic amenities and lots of helpful information for tourists. It’s near many attractions and offers a standard continental breakfast. While it’s a budget hotel and a little run-down in places, the rates are generally tough to beat. If there's room in the budget, though, the pricier Hotel Diva has a better location and a lot more to offer.
Located on the corner of a busy San Francisco intersection, the Warwick is a centrally located upscale hotel just a few minutes walk from Union Square. The vibe here is chic and stylish, with an atmospheric bar and an on-site fine-dining restaurant. The 94 guest rooms and suites are done up in soft tones of gray and beige, and are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. But features usually expected of an upscale hotel -- like a fitness center, business center, or spa -- are absent, and Wi-Fi costs extra. Compared to other upscale hotels, rates here are competitive, but mid-range hotels in the area like Cornell Hotel de France may actually offer better value, with free breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
Located on the corner of a busy San Francisco intersection, the Warwick is a centrally located upscale hotel just a few minutes walk from Union Square. The vibe here is chic and stylish, with an atmospheric bar and an on-site fine-dining restaurant. The 94 guest rooms and suites are done up in soft tones of gray and beige, and are equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and coffeemakers. But features usually expected of an upscale hotel -- like a fitness center, business center, or spa -- are absent, and Wi-Fi costs extra. Compared to other upscale hotels, rates here are competitive, but mid-range hotels in the area like Cornell Hotel de France may actually offer better value, with free breakfast and free Wi-Fi.
The Tilden Hotel is an upper-middle-range boutique property with vintage touches situated on the edge of the gritty Tenderloin neighborhood, about a five-minute walk from Union Square and the BART train. Highlights include the charming but laid-back on-site restaurant and bar, The Douglas Room, which specializes in craft cocktails and offers room service, and a tiny, local-feel coffeeshop serving hot drinks and desserts. The 118 guest rooms have stylish black-and-white decor plus modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and Keurigs. The old building does have some drawbacks: ceiling fans in lieu of AC, small bathrooms, and thin walls. The hotel has a chic lobby, small garden area, and a gym, though it's tiny. Overall, the Tilden is a competitively priced option, but for sleeker rooms and AC, consider The Alise.
The Tilden Hotel is an upper-middle-range boutique property with vintage touches situated on the edge of the gritty Tenderloin neighborhood, about a five-minute walk from Union Square and the BART train. Highlights include the charming but laid-back on-site restaurant and bar, The Douglas Room, which specializes in craft cocktails and offers room service, and a tiny, local-feel coffeeshop serving hot drinks and desserts. The 118 guest rooms have stylish black-and-white decor plus modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and Keurigs. The old building does have some drawbacks: ceiling fans in lieu of AC, small bathrooms, and thin walls. The hotel has a chic lobby, small garden area, and a gym, though it's tiny. Overall, the Tilden is a competitively priced option, but for sleeker rooms and AC, consider The Alise.
This 48-room property has an upscale, refined vibe that fits in nicely with its location in Pacific Heights, one of the most affluent neighborhoods in San Francisco. While common spaces are few, all are lovely; the lobby, with free coffee, feels like an attractive living room with antique furniture and floral fabrics. The cheery breakfast room is where both the free continental breakfast and the free evening wine reception, complete with hors d'oeuvres, take place. Rooms have look with dark wood furniture, pastel headboards, and gilded accents, and all are incredibly spacious. The on-site fitness center in the basement is small, but guests have free access to a YMCA, and though there's no full restaurant, a limited menu is available for 24-hour room service.
This 48-room property has an upscale, refined vibe that fits in nicely with its location in Pacific Heights, one of the most affluent neighborhoods in San Francisco. While common spaces are few, all are lovely; the lobby, with free coffee, feels like an attractive living room with antique furniture and floral fabrics. The cheery breakfast room is where both the free continental breakfast and the free evening wine reception, complete with hors d'oeuvres, take place. Rooms have look with dark wood furniture, pastel headboards, and gilded accents, and all are incredibly spacious. The on-site fitness center in the basement is small, but guests have free access to a YMCA, and though there's no full restaurant, a limited menu is available for 24-hour room service.
The upscale Hotel Nikko looks and feels more like a boutique hotel than the mid-size chain it actually is. Though the hotel's multiple conference rooms, stylish suites, and on-site UPS store make it an obvious draw for business travelers, the Union Square location, indoor lap pool, and sushi bar appeal to tourists as well, though small children might be happier elsewhere. Watch out for added charges tacked on to use premium Wi-Fi, the international breakfast buffet, and more -- though these are covered for guests who book an Imperial Club Room or Imperial Suite. The hotel re-opened in March 2017 following a three-month, $60 million renovation that brought upgrades to the majority of the guest rooms, common areas, and meeting space.
The upscale Hotel Nikko looks and feels more like a boutique hotel than the mid-size chain it actually is. Though the hotel's multiple conference rooms, stylish suites, and on-site UPS store make it an obvious draw for business travelers, the Union Square location, indoor lap pool, and sushi bar appeal to tourists as well, though small children might be happier elsewhere. Watch out for added charges tacked on to use premium Wi-Fi, the international breakfast buffet, and more -- though these are covered for guests who book an Imperial Club Room or Imperial Suite. The hotel re-opened in March 2017 following a three-month, $60 million renovation that brought upgrades to the majority of the guest rooms, common areas, and meeting space.
Famous for A-list rocker guests and an artsy, cool vibe, this one-of-a-kind, converted 44-room motel may have seedy Tenderloin District surroundings, but retro-inspired guest rooms, the unique, SoCal-style courtyard pool, and happening on-site nightlife keep the hip crowd happy.
Famous for A-list rocker guests and an artsy, cool vibe, this one-of-a-kind, converted 44-room motel may have seedy Tenderloin District surroundings, but retro-inspired guest rooms, the unique, SoCal-style courtyard pool, and happening on-site nightlife keep the hip crowd happy.
The 26-room, mid-range White Swan Inn in San Francisco’s Nob Hill district offers a cozy and intimate atmosphere, with rooms featuring fireplaces and ample sitting areas. The bed-and-breakfast features a classic-inn-meets-mod-London vibe, with abundance of floral walls coupled with cheeky artwork and lattice-patterned arm chairs designed by Christian Lacroix. The result is a jumble of patterns and textures that can feel fussy and cluttered to some, but overall gives off a quaint and charming vibe. The inn, an easy walk to Chinatown and Union Square, may be old-looking, but it doesn’t feel dated thanks to a renovation in early 2015. It may be worth comparing rates with the inn’s nearby competitors, like the Nob Hill Hotel, which is also English-inspired but has a slightly higher price point, and the Petite Auberge, White Swan Inn’s sister property right next door, which has similar features at similar price points.
The 26-room, mid-range White Swan Inn in San Francisco’s Nob Hill district offers a cozy and intimate atmosphere, with rooms featuring fireplaces and ample sitting areas. The bed-and-breakfast features a classic-inn-meets-mod-London vibe, with abundance of floral walls coupled with cheeky artwork and lattice-patterned arm chairs designed by Christian Lacroix. The result is a jumble of patterns and textures that can feel fussy and cluttered to some, but overall gives off a quaint and charming vibe. The inn, an easy walk to Chinatown and Union Square, may be old-looking, but it doesn’t feel dated thanks to a renovation in early 2015. It may be worth comparing rates with the inn’s nearby competitors, like the Nob Hill Hotel, which is also English-inspired but has a slightly higher price point, and the Petite Auberge, White Swan Inn’s sister property right next door, which has similar features at similar price points.
Hotel Zoe is a surprisingly elegant mid-range property with an excellent location in Fisherman's Wharf. The 221 rooms feature stylish classic decor, including plantation shutters and Edwardian-style headboards, and some King Suites even have gas fireplaces. Amenities are geared toward business travelers, with an Italian restaurant, lots of meeting space, and the option of catering and private dining. However, the hotel's location makes it an equally attractive option for sightseers. While there's a next-door fitness center available to guests, there's no pool or hot tub. Travelers looking to swim might be better off staying at the Hyatt At Fisherman's Wharf instead or the nearby Sheraton, though rates at both tend to be higher.
Hotel Zoe is a surprisingly elegant mid-range property with an excellent location in Fisherman's Wharf. The 221 rooms feature stylish classic decor, including plantation shutters and Edwardian-style headboards, and some King Suites even have gas fireplaces. Amenities are geared toward business travelers, with an Italian restaurant, lots of meeting space, and the option of catering and private dining. However, the hotel's location makes it an equally attractive option for sightseers. While there's a next-door fitness center available to guests, there's no pool or hot tub. Travelers looking to swim might be better off staying at the Hyatt At Fisherman's Wharf instead or the nearby Sheraton, though rates at both tend to be higher.
The 130-room, budget Cow Hollow is
part of a series of motor inns located along Lombard Street in San Francisco’s
Marina District. Like the other properties, Cow Hollow is no-frills, and lacks a restaurant and comfortable lounge area. The best feature here is the lively Marina District location -- within a short walk of great restaurants, bars, and sights. While guest rooms still have older fixtures and furniture,
they were freshened up in 2014 and include two-bedroom suites with full kitchens. Wi-Fi and underground parking are free.
The 130-room, budget Cow Hollow is
part of a series of motor inns located along Lombard Street in San Francisco’s
Marina District. Like the other properties, Cow Hollow is no-frills, and lacks a restaurant and comfortable lounge area. The best feature here is the lively Marina District location -- within a short walk of great restaurants, bars, and sights. While guest rooms still have older fixtures and furniture,
they were freshened up in 2014 and include two-bedroom suites with full kitchens. Wi-Fi and underground parking are free.
More vintage than executive in most aspects, this mid-range hotel is a good value for San Francisco’s Union Square neighborhood. It occupies an historic 1912 building with lots of character, and as of 2015 was in the process of being updated. With amenities like On Demand TV, minibars, and meeting space, the 107-room property feels more like a boutique than a large hotel. There's a somewhat trendy restaurant serving new American cuisine, and free wine is served every evening. Rooms are modern and have minibars, but are generally on the smaller side.
More vintage than executive in most aspects, this mid-range hotel is a good value for San Francisco’s Union Square neighborhood. It occupies an historic 1912 building with lots of character, and as of 2015 was in the process of being updated. With amenities like On Demand TV, minibars, and meeting space, the 107-room property feels more like a boutique than a large hotel. There's a somewhat trendy restaurant serving new American cuisine, and free wine is served every evening. Rooms are modern and have minibars, but are generally on the smaller side.