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Touchstone Hotel - City Center
3 stars

Touchstone Hotel - City Center

480 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States
San Francisco, CA
See location+1 415 771 1600
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$76
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rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 3221 reviews
3,221 reviews

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Built in 1920 and family-owned and run, Touchstone has been providing San Francisco with a combination of traditional San Francisco charm and budget travel for decades. A short walk to Union Square and the top destinations of the city, Touchstone is reminiscent of the hostels that peppered the city at the turn of the century. Modest rooms are clean and outfitted nicely. However, travelers should note that not all rooms are air conditioned.

The hotel houses 60 guest rooms. WiFi is available in all sections of the hotel. Guests can enjoy the complimentary coffee and transportation. The staff is friendly, offering multilingual staff and full concierge services. A barber and classic San Francisco style delitesserian are conveniently housed on the first floor.

Loale may be the number one draw for guests staying at the Touchstone. Desirable neighborhoods such as Nob Hill, North Beach, Wall Street West, and Chinatown are a short walkway. The quintessential San Francisco trolleys are close enough for guests to hear from their room. The posh district of Union Square lies at the doorsteps of the hotel.

With great location and helpful staff, Touchstone provides guest with the stereotypical family owned experience. Great for the business traveler or couples, Touchstone’s is San Francisco's undistributable best value hotel.

Rating
7.7
Good
Based on 3,221 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Touchstone Hotel - City Center

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

General

  • Landmark view
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Tour desk
  • 24hr front desk
  • Key card access

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Elevator
  • Non-feather pillow

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Dining

  • Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

Reviews of Touchstone Hotel - City Center

7.7
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3221 verified ratings
Wonderful
752
Very good
619
Good
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Okay
412
Fair
345
Mediocre
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Poor
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Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the Touchstone Hotel's excellent location near Union Square, making it convenient for exploring San Francisco. Many reviews highlighted the cleanliness of the rooms and the friendly staff, which contributed positively to their experience. While some mentioned the small room sizes and dated facilities, the overall sentiment was that it offers good value for the price, especially for budget travelers.
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Value for Price8.5 out of 10
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7.1
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Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Location was fine and room was clean.Liked the fact that you need your key to access the lobby (you feel safer). had a room in the back, so did not hear too much noise. Front desk staff was super nice, friendly and helpful. Very good Tapas restaurant a door down
Cons (-) Stairs and elevators were not that clean, so I got worried about the room. But the room was good, very very small but perfect for attending a conf in SF. wash clothes and more drinking water would have been nice
9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Loved the location. The rooms were clean, cozy, quiet and cute. The staff was great. Very cordial and helpful.
Cons (-) Room was a bit small but I was expecting them to be.

Location

480 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square353 yd
  • Museum of Modern Art0.6 mi
  • Moscone Center0.6 mi
  • Civic Center Plaza0.7 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid0.7 mi
  • San Francisco City Hall0.7 mi
  • Downtown San Francisco0.9 mi
  • Embarcadero1.1 mi
  • Ferry Building1.1 mi
  • Lombard Street1.1 mi
  • San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge1.3 mi
  • Oracle Park1.3 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 Touchstone Hotel - City Center

Low season

September

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

$187

Average price (weekend night)

$112
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 27% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Touchstone Hotel - City Center

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Touchstone Hotel - City Center, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Touchstone Hotel - City Center, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Touchstone Hotel - City Center was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $87, while the most expensive was $564.
  • How long should you stay at Touchstone Hotel - City Center? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Touchstone Hotel - City Center

  • Where is Touchstone Hotel - City Center located?

    Touchstone Hotel - City Center is located at 480 Geary Street in Tenderloin, 0.2 miles from the center of San Francisco. Union Square is the closest landmark to Touchstone Hotel - City Center.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Touchstone Hotel - City Center?

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

  • Does Touchstone Hotel - City Center offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Touchstone Hotel - City Center offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Touchstone Hotel - City Center from the airport?

    Touchstone Hotel - City Center is 11.4 miles from Oakland. Touchstone Hotel - City Center is 11.4 miles from San Francisco.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.1

Distance to city center

0.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Oakland

Distance to airport

11.7 mi