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Hotel Overview
1388 California Street,
San Francisco,
California,
United States,
94109,
California
Cable Car Hotel - Budget-friendly hotel near Union Square
Located in the heart of San Francisco's Nob Hill, this 1907 hotel is a 20-minute walk from Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, and Lombard Street. A cable car stop is directly across the street. The property offers free Wi-Fi, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. Oakland International Airport is 19 km away, and San Francisco International Airport is 25 km away.
Additional perks of the hotel
- Cable car stop across the street
- Onsite vending machine and laundry facilities
- Heating in all rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
Guest rooms
Rooms include private or shared bathrooms, a flat-screen TV, microwave, and small refrigerator. Some rooms feature courtyard views.
Other conveniences
- Parquet flooring
- Flat-screen TV in all rooms
- Microwave and compact fridge in all rooms
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1388 California Street,
San Francisco,
California,
United States,
94109,
California
Map view
1388 California Street,
San Francisco,
California,
United States,
94109,
California
City landmarks
Harbour
Pier 39
1.3
mi
Monument
Lombard Street
3700 ft
Grant Avenue
Chinatown
2700 ft
Shopping Area
Union Square
2700 ft
Market
Ferry Building
1.3
mi
Harbour
Fisherman's Wharf
1.5
mi
Island
Alcatraz Island
2.5
mi
Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge
3.9
mi
Cable car ride
1.5
mi
Tower
Coit Tower
1.1
mi
Cable Car
Cable Car Museum
2700 ft
Historic Site
Painted Ladies
1.3
mi
Museum
Exploratorium
1.2
mi
Gallery
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
1.1
mi
Mall
The Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Ghirardelli Square
1.5
mi
Museum
Asian Art Museum
1.0
mi
Museum
Mechanical Museum
1.3
mi
Public Building
San Francisco City Hall
1.0
mi
Church
Grace Cathedral
2700 ft
3601 Lyon St
Palace of Fine Arts
1.9
mi
Mall
Ghirardelli Square
1.5
mi
Museum
Contemporary Jewish Museum
1.1
mi
National Park
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
1.2
mi
Broadway at Columbus Avenue
North Beach
1.1
mi
Theatre
American Conservatory Theater
2700 ft
Gallery
Fort Mason Center
1.3
mi
Park
Washington Square
1.1
mi
Aquarium
Aquarium of the Bay
1.3
mi
Bush St What3words: ///also.secret.ever
Dragon's Gate
3400 ft
Baseball Stadium
Oracle Park
1.8
mi
Nearby
Museum
Haas-Lilienthal House
1200 ft
Restaurants
Golden Horse Restaurant
200 ft
1060 Hyde St
Nourish Cafe
400 ft
1030 Hyde St
Another Cafe
900 ft
1191 Pine St Nob Hill
Cordon BLEU Vietnamese Restaurant
1200 ft
1574 California St
Bob's Donuts & Pastry Shop
1500 ft
1621 Polk St
Pearl's Deluxe Burgers
2300 ft
1001 Market St
Cookie Love
1400 ft
1488 Pine St
Ace's
1200 ft
998 Sutter St
Bite
1600 ft
912 Sutter Street
Thad's Cozy
1500 ft
963 Sutter St
Kasa Indian Eatery
700 ft
1356 Polk St
Guest Reviews & Ratings
What Guests Are Saying?
82%
loved it & would return
Convenient location
Good service
Limited dining options
Basic facilities
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
7.8
Location
9.2
Service
8.5
Dining
7.2
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 6 reviews
5.9
5.9/10 based on 614 reviews
Neil
United Kingdom,
April
2024
8.2/10
The hotel is conveniently close to Chinatown and Union Square, near shops and bus stops. The rooms offer good amenities and come with their own bathroom facilities, even with the windows open and a fan on. The service is reliable with efficient housekeeping, commercial services available, and laundry facilities. However, the dining options with homemade pies and jams are not extensive.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are equipped with good amenities and have their own bathroom facilities.
Service
9.0
The housekeeping service is efficient, and there are commercial services and laundry facilities available.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is pretty convenient, with proximity to Chinatown, Union Square, shops, and a bus stop.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience features home-made pies and jams.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers satisfactory facilities to guests.
Convenient location
Limited dining options
Christopher
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.2/10
This hotel is a hidden gem offering a peaceful stay close to the city center. The rooms are cozy and well-equipped, and the service is top-notch. However, the noise levels can be a drawback for light sleepers. The value for money is excellent, making it a great choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms with shared bathroom were cozy and well-equipped.
Service
9.0
The service, including housekeeping, was top-notch.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in the center of beautiful SF, offering easy access to the main attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were limited, but the breakfast was decent.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and convenient for guests.
Arthur
United States,
August
2023
8.2/10
I found this hotel to be a cozy gem, located right above a vibrant bar with its own bathroom facilities. The bed was super comfortable, and the room had great amenities, making my stay quite pleasant. However, the noise from the bar could be a bit bothersome for light sleepers.
Rooms
8.0
I loved the comfortable bed and the great amenities in the room.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, and the housekeeping was top-notch.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located next to a Trader Joe's supermarket and easily accessible from the airport, with the bonus of being right next to a cable car stop.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers convenient on-site shops and commercial services, and their laundry service was efficient.
Jeff
United States,
August
2023
8.4/10
This hotel was a gem in the city center, with cozy rooms and great amenities. The service was top-notch, and the location couldn't have been better. However, the shared bathroom was a bit inconvenient, and the homemade bread at dining was a delightful touch.
Rooms
8.0
I stayed in a room with a shared bathroom, but even with the windows open and the fan on, it was comfortable and clean. The fridge in the room was handy for keeping drinks cold.
Service
9.0
The service here was excellent overall. Housekeeping was attentive, and the availability of shops and commercial services made my stay convenient.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect, right in the heart of Nob Hill and close to all the hotspots. Being near the bus stop was a plus for exploring the city easily.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was lovely, especially with the delicious homemade bread served. It added a nice homely touch to the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had good amenities to offer, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Cozy rooms
Shared bathroom
Mark
United States,
June
2023
6.8/10
The hotel was a mixed bag; The rooms were basic but provided comfort with a private bathroom. The service was decent, offering standard amenities, yet the value for money aspect was a bit lacking.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, even with the windows open and a fan on, were comfortable despite some noise from a nearby bar. They did have a private bathroom, which was convenient.
Service
6.0
The service was okay with standard facilities provided. However, there were no exceptional services that stood out.
Location
8.0
The location was quite convenient, being close to a bus stop and a grocery store. It was also near various attractions, making it pretty accessible.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, particularly with cured meat offerings, was satisfactory but didn't offer anything extraordinary.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel provided basic facilities that met the standard requirements of guests, but there was nothing particularly luxurious or standout.
Arthur
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.8/10
This hotel is in the heart of beautiful San Francisco, close to Chinatown, Union Square, and everything you could want to explore. The rooms are above a lively bar but still comfortable with good amenities. The service is attentive and convenient. The dining options offer hand-made pasta, adding to the authentic experience. A great value if you don't mind a bit of background noise from the bar.
Rooms
8.0
My room was cozy even with the windows open and the fan on, and it had a fridge for convenience.
Service
9.0
The service here was exceptional, from housekeeping to the commercial services available and laundry assistance. Very helpful staff!
Location
10.0
I loved how close this hotel was to Chinatown, Union Square, and the cable car, making it easy to get around the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, especially enjoying the hand-made pasta dishes offered. A definite treat!
Facilities
9.0
The hotel facilities were top-notch and provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
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