Argonaut Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel (San Francisco, CA): See 2,691 Reviews and 842 Photos

Address: 495 Jefferson Street at Hyde, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Region: United States > California > San Francisco

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#4 Luxury Hotels in San Francisco

#5 Family Hotels in San Francisco

#10 Business Hotels in San Francisco

#31 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco

Price range (per night): 288 AUD - 573 AUD

Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Located in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco's most popular destination, the boutique Argonaut Hotel features breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. This luxury hotel, a Kimpton Hotel, is historically set in a former timber and brick warehouse across from the waterfront. With its exceptional service, its charming style and the adjacent family-friendly Blue Mermaid Chowder House, the Argonaut Hotel is an ideal spot to enjoy San Francisco. ... more less

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Also Known As:: Kimpton San Francisco; Argonaut Hotel; Argonaut Hotel San Francisco

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BAMF90266

Los Angeles, California

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19 reviews

Reviews in 11 cities

2 helpful votes

“You have read it before, but this is great place...”

Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Not the average large hotel, but a smaller boutique hotel (I prefer these over the larger chains). On the expensive side but if you can swing it it is worth it. Great staff, unique building, close to everything on wharf, walk to anywhere... I do not know if they have spa/pool (so I rated them average)

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guamgirl53

New Jersey

Top Contributor

71 reviews

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 31 cities

14 helpful votes

“Lovely place to stay on Fishermans Wharf”

Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

mini stay for 4 days- perfect location on Fishermans Wharf. Adjacent to Maritime Museum, across from cable car turn around, 1 block from Ghiardelli Square . Had a room with 2 queen beds- lovely, brick walls, beams in room from original cannery. Would not pay extra for a room "with a view" as there are 4 floors in the building... More

Thanks, GuamGirl53! I am glad you enjoyed a lovely time here and felt the non-view rooms were still a great deal! The construction has been out of view for our 3rd and 4th floor view rooms which overlook either the park and Golden Gate Bride or Alcatraz and the San Francisco Bay. That said, yes, our doormen and bellmen have... More

ChristopherMGW

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Senior Reviewer

6 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

1 helpful vote

“Excellent location and worth the money”

Recently stayed here for a week. It is not a cheap hotel, but is a fantastic place to stay. Friendly welcoming service. Pet friendly (with some amazingly well behaved dogs) and offering free wine tasting every day between 5 and 6 are great little touches. A special birthday was celebrated with a free bottle of champagne being sent up. This... More

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Hi, ChristopherMGW, I'm so happy that you felt the Argonaut and the team / experience here were worth every penny. Thank you for choosing us for your celebration, and thanks for spreading the word about our hotel and the fun new bike program! More

rawdogg

Toledo, Ohio

Senior Contributor

28 reviews

21 hotel reviews

Reviews in 19 cities

18 helpful votes

“Nice stay great location.”

Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

This was a nice location to stay. We stayed here for 5 days in April. We had a basic room which was good enough for us because we did not spent a lot of time in the room. The room was clean and the hotel staff were very helpful and friendly. A lot of reviews say you should stay in... More

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Hi, RawDogg! We certainly didn't mean to give you a raw deal with that hold on your credit card; all of our properties do authorize an additional amount to cover incidental charges each night (in-room massage, minibar, movies, in-room dining, etc). We will have to make sure that it is explained more consistently by our new team members. In any... More

JohnKerrie

Bristol, United Kingdom

13 reviews

7 hotel reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

9 helpful votes

“We left our heart in San Francisco”

This hotel has to be one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in, its plush, clean, excellent value for money and in the best location of SF. The staff were so helpful, and friendly, they allow dogs to stay (not that we had one but this in itself is amazing) we were right next door to Blazing Saddles... More

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Jaszinho

Chichester, United Kingdom

17 reviews

Reviews in 9 cities

“Excellent start to our holiday”

Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Stayed here for two nights at the start of our holiday. Upgraded to a suite which was lovely with jacuzzi bath and views over alcatraz. One of the best hotels we stsyef in on our three week trip. Free beer and wine between five and six too

Jaszinho, I"m thrilled we were one of your top favorites! Those soaking tubs in the suites are unbelievable, aren't they? I keep promising myself that one of these days I will rent one myself and enjoy a glass of chardonnay in a good hot bath while taking in the ocean views. It seems so civilized! :) Thanks for your kind... More

ianx1london

London

33 reviews

15 hotel reviews

Reviews in 14 cities

19 helpful votes

“Avoid room 222 unless you like living in a goldfish bowl, but gererally quite good”

Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Checking in after a ten hour flight from London I knew there was something strange about room 222 but I could not quite put my finger on it. Classified as a luxury king room it is large and spacious with a large sofa, double size footstool and a very comfortable bed. The bathroom fittings, whilst perfectly functional, were not however... More

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Hello, IanX, I think we had the chance to speak when you departed the hotel, and I have updated the Kimpton InTouch team about your "no newspaper" preference as you requested. I also reached the Palomar team, who added your member info and promised to set something aside on a high floor for you. I trust it all worked out... More

MelCuzner

Adelaide, Australia

1 review

“Lovely stay”

Wow....had read many reviews, ignored the bad ones & was not disappointed. Fantastic hotel Fantastic location My husband & son thanked me for doing the research & finding such a great spot & such good value for money. We paid extra for a bay view....wasn't a full bay view but could see the bridge & some water & was happy... More

Hi, MelCuzner, I am thrilled to see that you read all the reviews and felt the good ones rang true, with everything 'memorable for all the right reasons' (a cute way to put it!) It is still crab season at the Wharf and the chef has a new salad that is amazing with fresh picked crab on top. It's the... More

781MelT

Mildura, Victoria, Australia

Reviewer

4 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

3 helpful votes

“Highly Recommended!!”

Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Stayed at the argonaut recently for four nights in a bay view room (looking straight at alcatraz from our window) after traveling from Australia. This hotel was fantastic if you are a tourist this is where you want to be, right on fishermans wharf and an easy walk to pier 39 and Alcatraz Landing. The rooms were very clean and... More

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Thank you for highly recommending us, 781MelT! I appreciate you mentioning the loyalty club. Kimpton InTouch is free to join, no hidden fees or whatnot. Worth the two minutes telling us about your favorite pillow type etc for sure! I know this was a once-in-a-lifetime voyage, but hopefully we'll see you back here again one day :). More

Ella_Bella26

Dublin

“Perfect Stay”

Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

We stayed in the Argonaut during the month of March 2013. While Fisherman's Wharf may not be everyones ideal location, I myself loved walking out of the hotel every morning and seeing the sun shining on the Bay.The location couldn't be better, while the hotel is located on the Wharf it is away from the main bustle. The hotel itself... More

Well, I guess we'll settle for "Perfect" -- what a great word to read! Thank you! We'll let the team know that their friendless was the icing on the cake. More

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