El Capitan Hotel

2 stars
4.7
Mediocre
based on 511 reviews
511 reviews
2361 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110, United States
2361 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
+1 415 695 1597
Mon 8/17
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Tue 8/18
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Offering a shuttle service to San Francisco International Airport, as well as free wireless internet, El Capitan Hotel is a comfortable place to stay in San Francisco. It is situated a short stroll from The LAB and Redstone Building.

El Capitan Hotel has recently been refurbished and offers luggage storage, laundry facilities and a 24-hour reception. A tour desk is on-site and 16th Street Mission Bart Station is minutes away on foot, making it convenient for guests to discover the local area and its attractions.

Hotel El Capitan has 84 well-appointed rooms that are accompanied by a range of essential amenities to ensure guests have a comfortable stay.

For those wishing to dine out during their stay at the hostel, there are a variety of eateries situated nearby. Dolores Park and San Francisco Armory are each within walking distance.

4.7
Mediocre
511 reviews

Latest deals for El Capitan Hotel

Mon 8/17
-
Tue 8/18
Queen room, bed type unknown
$138
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$139
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$159
nightly with fees
King room, bed type unknown
$161
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at El Capitan Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • ATM on-site
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Storage available

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Kitchen

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Reviews of El Capitan Hotel

4.7
Mediocre
511 verified ratings
Wonderful
28
Very good
21
Good
56
Okay
38
Fair
65
Mediocre
72
Poor
231

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Overall, guests were dissatisfied with their stay at the hotel. The most common complaints were about cleanliness, with many reviews mentioning dirty rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, as well as unpleasant odors. The location was also criticized, with several guests feeling unsafe or unhappy with the neighborhood. Service was frequently described as unhelpful or unfriendly, and many guests felt the hotel did not offer good value for the price. Only a few reviews mentioned positive aspects, such as a comfortable room or good value for budget travelers, but these were outweighed by the negative feedback.
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Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Service1.5 out of 10
Location1.5 out of 10
Cleanliness0 out of 10
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2.5
Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2019
Cons (-) Fridge kept making noise. Nobody would clean your room if u stay more than one night. No free parking.
4.2
Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2018
Pros (+) The price was great, the location was good for me, and the staff was pretty good about blocking me a room in advance. The rooms were decent and had sinks, nice TVs, dressers, and lots of closet space. The beds were ok but not great.
Cons (-) The restrooms were disgusting. The kitchen needs cleaning and refurbishing. Some jackass was talking loudly on his cell phone and playing music at 1:30 a.m. I couldn't close my window to tune him out. It was really annoying.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2018
Pros (+) The building is historic. The historic El Capitan Inn over the former grand El Capitan Hote from 1960s, but now a parking lot however the historic hotel portion remains. It is a great deal for the price. Great friendly employees. Friendly housekeeping. Safe area with vibrant hispanic culture. You feel like youre in Mexico, Central, and South America. Very fascinating.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2018
Pros (+) Gate lock from neighborhood.
Cons (-) Have to pay parking and the shower and toilet are in a commons area.
2.2
Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2017
Pros (+) None.
Cons (-) Didn't really stay. Saw the place and cancelled immediately.
4.0
Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) Price was affordable, but you can see why.
Cons (-) The location while convenient to many things is not in a great area. Recommendation: arrive during daylight hours. Make sure your rooms are properly cleaned, our toilet had feces in it! Overall: We won't be returning, but this could work well for some people.

Location

2361 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

What's nearby

  • San Francisco City Hall1.4 mi
  • Civic Center Plaza1.4 mi
  • Moscone Center1.9 mi
  • Union Square2.1 mi
  • Museum of Modern Art2.1 mi
  • Oracle Park2.1 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid2.6 mi
  • San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge2.7 mi
  • Downtown San Francisco2.7 mi
  • Embarcadero2.8 mi
  • Ferry Building2.8 mi
  • Lombard Street3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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August
June
$148
$166
Cheapest month to stay with an average 12% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 8% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at El Capitan Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at El Capitan Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at El Capitan Hotel, plan to stay on a Monday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at El Capitan Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $138, while the most expensive was $138.
  • How long should you stay at El Capitan Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at El Capitan Hotel

  • Where is El Capitan Hotel located?

    El Capitan Hotel is located at 2361 Mission Street in Mission District, 1.7 miles from the center of San Francisco. San Francisco City Hall is the closest landmark to El Capitan Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at El Capitan Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at El Capitan Hotel.

  • Does El Capitan Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, El Capitan Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is El Capitan Hotel from the airport?

    El Capitan Hotel is 9.8 miles from San Francisco. El Capitan Hotel is 11.4 miles from Oakland.

  • How does KAYAK find such great El Capitan Hotel hotel deals?

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Distance to airport

4.5
1.7 mi
San Francisco
9.8 mi

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