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Buena Vista Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel convenient to Ghirardelli Square

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
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Discover San Francisco's charm at Buena Vista Motor Inn, where you can stroll through the garden or take in the sights from the terrace. Connect to WiFi, store your luggage securely, and enjoy free self parking.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$99 nightly
The total price is $116
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room with Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

King Room with Sofa Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Twin Murphy Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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1599 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA, 94123

What's nearby

  • Ghirardelli Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Oracle Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Alcatraz Island - 24 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 32 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 36 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 38 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 46 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 13 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 18 min drive
  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 9 min walk
  • Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop - 10 min walk
  • Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Motoring Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Berry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Komeya No Bento - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ly's Vietnamese Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kopiku Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Buena Vista Motor Inn

At Buena Vista Motor Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Presidio of San Francisco and Alcatraz Island. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Hyde St & Lombard St Stop is 9 minutes and Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop is 10 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch TV
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • LED light bulbs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Microwaves are available for USD 10 per day

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Buena Vista Inn
Buena Vista Motor
Buena Vista Motor Inn
Buena Vista Motor Inn San Francisco
Buena Vista Motor San Francisco
Buena Vista Motor Hotel San Francisco
Buena Vista Motor Inn Hotel
Buena Vista Motor Inn San Francisco
Buena Vista Motor Inn Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Does Buena Vista Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Buena Vista Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Buena Vista Motor Inn and nearby?

Buena Vista Motor Inn has a garden.

What's the area around Buena Vista Motor Inn like?

Buena Vista Motor Inn is a short 9-minute walk from Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and 12 minutes' walk from Lombard Street. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Buena Vista Motor Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Free and easy parking was a major plus for guests, with many praising the convenient and included parking options. (19 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and helpful! Rooms could have more comfortable seats or places to sit and rest. It's nothing fancy but very nice place to stay Highly recommend for a weekend getaway.
Roland, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would recommend

For a budget stay, with secure free parking, I’m not sure what more you can ask for. Minutes from Marina District and a few blocks from Union St.
Alex J, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Decent location

Quick family vacation
Martin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Hotel

Beautiful hotel and very clean rooms. The staff was outstanding and willing to assist if you asked. The free parking is what lead me to choose this Hotel. The room pictures was very correct.
deana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel

Love this hotel! Close to everything, the room was huge and had a huge fridge. Shower pressure was nice and love the area!!!
Nikki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was very clean and very friendly staff Definitely would stay here again
kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Perfect location to walk a lot of places. Nice room and spacious. Love the staff as well
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Jesus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and very comfortable

Great location close to Big Bus stop and east for getting around, clean friendly and comfortable hotel
Julian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place!!

This is one of the best places to stay. Limited parking, but works well. Walking distance to places. AC in rooms and very clean place.
Arpan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The view was simple and sweet
Alexis, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed the location and being able to walk to Ghirardelli Square and the Piers. Our suite was large and had nice amenities in the kitchenette.
Gretchen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean and good service, park early or you will have to park on the street
Laurent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We go to SF a lot and always stay here. It’s central walking distance to a lot, clean, the best staff works there. Rooms are clean and large, love the rooftop and the garden.
Nikki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great stay. Has wheelchair accommodations.
Jennifer, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

great spot!
Isabell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
mario, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Ellen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was nice and quiet place, close to the areas I needed to be, big enough for the family!
Neri, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place good location parking was tight but it worked.
Miguel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Rogerio, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location for staying in SF
Seychelle, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok place

No food options The room smelled terrible - old Freon smell from either the fridge or the air conditioning unit. When the AC was on, the smell was blow around. The beds were very soft
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Free Parking was a huge plus. Friendly and Professional.
Manny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like that its walkable to pier 39, staff is always great and helpful.
Jonathan, 1-night trip