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Herbert Hotel
2 stars

Herbert Hotel

161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States
San Francisco, CA
See location+1 415 362 1600
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$54
Cheapest

rate per night

6.8
Okay
based on 2061 reviews
2,061 reviews
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Queen room
Standard room
Double room

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Overview

The Herbert Hotel is a historic property in San Francisco’s famous Union Square area. This means that travelers are tucked right into the heart of the city and within walking distance from remarkable shopping and dining areas. Yet, they are also steps from the San Francisco Cable Car lines, the Geary Theatre, a BART station, San Francisco City Hall, Coit Tower, Lombard Street, Ghirardelli Street, and more. The Golden Gate Bridge is less than five miles away, the Oakland and San Francisco International Airports are within 12 miles, too. It is an ideal choice for those who want to enjoy lots of walking, cable car riding, and exploration, but it is also an ideal choice for business travelers since it is an easy commute to the CBD, as well.

While those who are visiting may wish to spend most of their time out exploring the charms of San Francisco and its environs, the hotel also has a lot to offer right on the premises. There is free Wi-Fi throughout, business services and meeting or banquet facilities, shuttle services, and 24-hour front desk service.

A boutique-sized hotel, there are 99 rooms throughout and each is beautifully designed and decorated in a modern and clean aesthetic. Guests will love the old world feel of the hardwood floors, high ceilings, brick walls and excellent views from each of the seven floors. All rooms feature queen beds and luxury linens, climate controls, premium entertainment systems with cable channels, beverage stations, and large private baths stocked with signature toiletries and linens.

The Herbert Hotel is a historic structure with loads of good looks and lots of premium amenities, and with its city center location, it is a good choice for all.

6.8
Okay rating
Based on 2,061 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Amenities at Herbert Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Seating area
  • City view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Dining

  • Coffee machine

Reviews of Herbert Hotel

6.8
Okay
2061 verified ratings
Wonderful
484
Very good
435
Good
510
Okay
238
Fair
189
Mediocre
75
Poor
130

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location, close to restaurants and attractions, and noted that it was clean and well-kept. However, many expressed concerns about the small room sizes, lack of basic amenities like air conditioning and washcloths, and issues with service, including long wait times and noise from the street and other guests.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Augusto, Jul 2019
Pros (+) Great location.
Cons (-) Better bed
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2017
Cons (-) I don't recall reading that the rooms did not have air conditioning.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) The location is excellent
Cons (-) -The noise level with the other rooms - can hear everything that happens with the next room -The shared toilet was not great. Everytime I used it, it smelled awful.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) Cannot control heater, no heater at night
6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) Very quaint room, nice building
Cons (-) The front desk didn't inform us that some rooms use a shared shower and bathroom down the hall. To upgrade was an extra $50 for a room with a bathroom. A bit ridiculous already considering the price.

Location

161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square204 yd
  • Museum of Modern Art0.4 mi
  • Moscone Center0.4 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid0.7 mi
  • Civic Center Plaza0.7 mi
  • Downtown San Francisco0.8 mi
  • San Francisco City Hall0.8 mi
  • Embarcadero1 mi
  • Ferry Building1 mi
  • San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge1.1 mi
  • Oracle Park1.2 mi
  • Lombard Street1.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Herbert Hotel

Low season

November

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

$97

Average price (weekend night)

$117
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 22% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Herbert Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Herbert Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Herbert Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Herbert Hotel, plan to stay on a Monday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Herbert Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $80, while the most expensive was $167.
  • How long should you stay at Herbert Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.
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FAQs when booking at Herbert Hotel

  • Where is Herbert Hotel located?

    Herbert Hotel is located at 161 Powell Street in Union Square Area, 0.4 miles from the center of San Francisco. Union Square is the closest landmark to Herbert Hotel.

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

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Herbert Hotel.

  • Does Herbert Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Herbert Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Herbert Hotel from the airport?

    Herbert Hotel is 11.4 miles from San Francisco. Herbert Hotel is 11.5 miles from Oakland.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Herbert Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Herbert Hotel in San Francisco and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Herbert Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Herbert Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.5

Distance to city center

0.4 mi

Nearest Airport

Oakland

Distance to airport

11.5 mi