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1. Beck's Motor Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 828 reviews
Newly renovated rooms! Located in the heart of the Castro, Beck's Motor Lodge is surrounded by charming tree lined streets, unique restaurants and lively nightlife. We have a private sundeck where you will enjoy lovely views of the city. Public transportation via the historic streetcar is available outside your door. Whether you're on a business trip or relaxing vacation, straight or LGBTQ, Beck's Motor Lodge welcomes you to San Francisco. Our revitalizing guestrooms, helpful staff and unrivaled locale create a vibrant hub for all visitors looking for adventure in a diverse, dynamic city.
Pleasantly surprised!
Reviewed By HolliR16We loved our stay here. Awesome location. The rooms were clean and cute. We felt very safe here. There was street noise, and bar noise, but we felt it just added to the ambiance, you’re in the Castro after all. We will book here again!
2. Cow Hollow Inn and Suites
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1432 reviews
Finding an ideal motel in San Francisco does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Cow Hollow Inn and Suites, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Cow Hollow Hotel provide a flat screen TV and air conditioning, and guests can stay connected with free wifi. In addition, while staying at Cow Hollow Hotel guests have access to a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. Need a place to park? Free parking is available at Cow Hollow Hotel San Francisco. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting San Francisco, Cow Hollow San Francisco is located a short distance from Fisherman's Wharf (1.3 mi) and Pier 39 (1.6 mi). While visiting San Francisco, you may want to try some gyros at one of the nearby restaurants, such as Souvla, Oasis Grill, or Park Gyros. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular military museums such as USS Pampanito and WWII Pacific War Memorial. Cow Hollow Inn and Suites puts the best of San Francisco at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Frequent Cow Hollow inn guest
Reviewed By R8698EJcandymI frequently visit San Francisco and have stayed at the Cow Hollow Inn multiple times. It’s my go to SF hotel. It’s perfectly located with so many restaurants within walking distance. Bike rentals across the street and you Big Bus Tour drop off is just a few blocks up the street. The hotel is clean and well maintained. Parking is included, this is huge.
3. Columbus Motor Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1443 reviews
Columbus Motor Inn is an excellent choice for travelers visiting San Francisco, offering a quiet environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay. Close to some of San Francisco's most popular landmarks, such as Mrs Doubtfire House (1.3 mi) and Alcatraz Island (1.6 mi), Columbus Motor Hotel is a great destination for tourists. Columbus Motor Inn San Francisco is a quiet motel offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a seating area in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The motel features a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While in San Francisco, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Columbus Motor Inn, including House of Prime Rib (0.8 mi), Scoma's (0.4 mi), and Swan Oyster Depot (0.9 mi). There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular monuments and statues such as Coit Tower, The National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi, and Pioneer Monument. Enjoy your stay in San Francisco!
Nice vacation
Reviewed By jr jWas a bit Leary as the price was much less than others. Also only a couple hotels in that area offer no charge for parking a car. This is one of them. I was concerned they would run out of parking spots ( and can happen ) but 3 days and 2 nights and never had an issue. The room was very clean and comfortable. No fridge or microwave but does have a coffee maker in the room and ice on the same floor. I have no complaints about the room whatsoever. Very much worth it and only a few blocks to fisherman’s wharf. Less than a 3 minute walk to the trollies. The staff was incredible.. Everyone of them were super nice and willing to offer information anytime you asked. I had a conversation with Tony. This guy is so pleasant and nice. We laughed a lot every time we spoke. Just has that amazing personality that makes you feel happy. Excellent job Tony! And really the entire staff-good job! I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone that needs one in this area. Just remember to bring a jacket. It’s June 2022 and the mornings along the water is probably in the 50’s and during the day in the 60’s. A lot colder than I expected. (By the way, the heater and A/C worked wonderfully.
4. Lombard Plaza Motel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 302 reviews
Finding an ideal family-friendly motel in San Francisco does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Lombard Plaza Motel, a nice option for travelers like you. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting San Francisco, Lombard Plaza Motel is located a short distance from Pier 39 (1.5 mi) and Chinatown (1.6 mi). Lombard Plaza Motel is a family-friendly motel offering a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and air conditioning in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests. The motel features a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour check-in, and baggage storage. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Thai restaurants, including Blackwood, Kin Khao, and The Old Siam Thai Restaurant, all of which are a short distance from Lombard Plaza Motel. Best of all, Lombard Plaza Motel makes it easy to experience many great San Francisco attractions like San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), Legion of Honor, and Asian Art Museum, which are some popular art museums. Lombard Plaza Motel looks forward to welcoming you on your visit to San Francisco.
Good Value, Good Location
Reviewed By ShastaBunnyGreat Location in the Marina District right on doorstep of Fillmore, Chestnut and Union Streets cafes and shops. Short stroll to the bay and Ft. Mason with views of the Golden Gate. Comfortable beds. Friendly accommodating staff.
5. Coventry Motor Inn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1805 reviews
The Coventry Motor Inn features spacious, tastefully decorated rooms. Rooms are available with your choice of one king, two queen, or two double beds to ensure your comfort.Each room has a comfortable, well lit seating and work area, individually controlled heat and air-conditioning, direct-dial phone, coffee maker, and color TV.Other conviniences include free covered parking and ready public transportation to all parts of the city.
Could have been better
Reviewed By TT627Location perfect, great restaurants walking distance. Clean, friendly staff. Hotel is a little older, which is ok with us was very clean. Here is the issue, when we arrived they asked if i received an email, no email ( I also spike with other motel guest, they never received an email) their elevator was out. On the second floor, ok 40 some stairs. I was with my 74 year old mother who just had back surgery with emphysema, and me. We cant do that, spending 2 nights, we were told well then we won’t honor your reservation, seriously its Saturday in San Francisco where would you like me to go?? Stay calm… They said they had a room available on the first floor about 22 steps, OK but you find someone to bring up our luggage. They did, now thinking why did tip the guy but I did. When we left we were exhausted and had our suitcase now to bring down we asked a fellow motel guest if he could carry out bags down and he did. They said the elevator will not be fixed until June. So the elevator was my only negative on this motel. Location great Staff ok Clean great
6. Travelodge by Wyndham Presidio San Francisco
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1312 reviews
All of our Rooms feature: Free Reliable High Speed Wireless Internet Access, Refrigerator, Room Safe, New Flat Screen LCD TV with Cable and HBO, Alarm Clock with MP3 Player, In-room Coffee and tea, Hairdryer, and free access to a business center with a network printer . We are pet friendly, $20/Pet/Day cleaning fee. We are a 100% non smoking, AAA approved hotel with free limited parking. We are the closest hotel to the Palace of fine Arts and the Golden Gate Bridge. Our location is especially good for touring the city while remaining quiet. We are near 5 bus lines which can transport you all over the city, and we love to teach you how to use them. The staff here was either born in the city or has lived her long enough to help you navigate the well and not so well known parts of San Francisco. We are within two mile of Fisherman's Wharf, China Town, North Beach, Union Square, Nob Hill, Russian Hill, Golden Gate Park, Crissy Field and directly connected to the Presidio National Park.
Great stay!
Reviewed By DianeszooGreat place to stay in San Francisco. All the staff members were very friendly and helpful. The bed was comfortable and the pillows were the best. The location was easy to get in and out of and it was walking distance to the Presidio, which is a beautiful 1,500- acre park on a former military post. If we ever travel thru San Fran again we will defiantly stay there!
7. Castle Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 982 reviews
Described by guests as "the ideal place to stay in San Francisco," Castle Inn offers beautiful rooms, a fantastic location, and wonderful, friendly service. With FREE PARKING, FREE wireless internet access, in-room coffee, cable TV with HBO, hairdryers, iron/boards, mini-fridge/freezers, microwaves, a/c, and mini-breakfast, you have all of the comforts of home. Perfectly situated for your SF visit, we are within walking distance to Fisherman?s Wharf, Chinatown, Cable Cars, Crookedest Street, and more!
Great location
Reviewed By Trip715693The room was a good size. The bathroom and shower was really good. The location was good. Near great restaurants and really close to all public transport links. There was free parking at the hotel which was good. The bed was comfortable and it was a clean room
8. Chelsea Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 853 reviews
Located in the heart of the Marina District, between Fillmore and Lombard. Centrally located in a bustling and crowded neighborhood with restaurants, bars, shops and public transportation within walking distance. One mile away from Fisherman's Wharf or 25 min. walking distance.One block away is the Bus 30: takes you to Fisherman's Wharf, North Beach, China Town and Union Square. It is safe to walk and bike everywhere in the neighborhood. A few blocks away you will find a Bike Rental shop for $20.00 a day. It is just a few miles away from the Golden Gate Bridge and beaches. Weekends offer a lot of activity and a higher level of noise in the streets with young crowds around the hotel. We offer complimentary parking for one car per room. In the event all the parking spaces are taken, guest needs to be double park and leave their car keys at the Front Desk.
excellent value for money, fantastic central location
Reviewed By Deanne Dthe abundance of great restaurants around this inn is a huge plus point. everything is within a 15 min walking distance, too. pleasantly surprised with the cleanliness of the rooms and they're quite spacious, too. for a basic, room for the night deal, it goes beyond my expectations.
9. Motel Capri
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 608 reviews
Looking for a place to stay in San Francisco? Then look no further than Motel Capri, a motel that brings the best of San Francisco to your doorstep. The rooms offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Motel Capri features newspaper and baggage storage. In addition, as a valued Capri Hotel guest, you can enjoy free breakfast that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting San Francisco, Motel Capri is located a short distance from Pier 39 (1.4 mi) and Chinatown (1.5 mi). While in San Francisco, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Motel Capri, including House of Prime Rib (0.7 mi), Scoma's (1.0 mi), and Swan Oyster Depot (0.9 mi). There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular parks such as Golden Gate Park, Crissy Field, and Presidio of San Francisco. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Motel Capri as you experience everything San Francisco has to offer.
Solid motel - would recommend
Reviewed By leew585Our family of 4 stayed here for three nights and had a good stay. Rooms are ok for a motel, car parking was free and we always found a space for our large Escalade. Bathroom was clean and shower powerful. Good location on Lombard St and overall we would stay again.
10. Nob Hill Motor Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 873 reviews
The Nob Hill Motor Inn is a wonderful hotel in the trendy and popular Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. Our hotel is located in the heart of San Francisco, within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf, the Cable Cars, "Crookedest Street," Chinatown, and a number of fine restaurants and shops. FREE PARKING is available for all of our guests. Each room is spacious, newly renovated and appointed with convenient amenities such as mini-refrigerator and microwave, cable TV with HBO, and complimentary in-room coffee. All of our rooms and hallways are 100% non-smoking.The Nob Hill Motor Inn's newly renovated rooms include: FREE covered parking, 2 room family suites available, In-room microwave and fridge, FREE wireless Internet, FREE continental breakfast, 100% non-smoking rooms, Elevator access to all floors, Cable TV with HBO, Direct dial phones with dataport, Complimentary in-room coffee, Free tour pickup, Complimentary coffee, tea, juice and hot chocolate served all day in our lobby. The Nob Hill Motor Inn is an award winning member of AAA and the San Francisco Convention and Visitor's Bureau.
Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed By DobsnDougoWe stayed here for 4 nights and our stay was good. The room was quite spacious and quiet. Beds comfortable and nice dark blinds helped sleep quality too. Room was clean and shower was decent. The location was great as there are a variety of restaurants and cafes in the area and the neighborhood is ok to walk at night. Free parking is a big bonus to us as well. We would stay here again.
