Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel
550 North Point Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Welcome to our San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf Hotel. Strategically positioned in the heart of the Wharf district, the Holiday Inn Express® & Suites San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf offers guests an excellent location in the midst of the bustling waterfront area. Since our location is just two blocks from cable car lines, you can see the "City by the Bay" on one of the iconic trolleys! Take the family and explore the California Academy of Sciences and Walt Disney Family Museum. Golden Gate Park and Golden Gate Recreation Area are located in downtown San Francisco, also. Effective April 19, 2016, package storage will be USD 5.00 per package and will charge to guest at check in. Our hotel is also located near the Financial District, Art Institute and Academy of Art University. Levi Strauss, Williams-Sonoma and Diversity Alliance are nearby in downtown San Francisco.
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Children's television networks
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Shuttle bus service
Paid private parking on-site
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Vending machine
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Shared lounge / TV area
ATM on site
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Safe
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Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Chinese
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Great for walkers
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The Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf garners praise for its clean, comfortable atmosphere and modern rooms with cozy bedding. Its prime location is a highlight, offering easy access to Pier 39, Alcatraz, and public transit. While guests appreciate the spacious, well-appointed rooms, some have mentioned noise and maintenance issues.
Service receives mixed reviews, ranging from commendable to slow. Additionally, while some find the hotel a good value, others are taken aback by unexpected fees and limited amenities.
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We chose this hotel based on location and price. It represents excellent value for money, and the location was perfect to catch the cable cars, bus and tram. Get a day pass for $13 including cable cars from either the Cable Car turnaround or Walgreens on Columbus - the only cheap thing in San Francisco!
There are many restaurants in all price classes within a few minutes walk.
For those wanting to hire a car on leaving, Hertz, Alamo, National and Enterprise have locations practically around the corner.
Our king room was large, clean and relatively modern. It was quiet, apart from some hallway noise. The bathroom was adequate. Shower pressure very low.
Breakfast was of a good standard, with daily changing menu items. Watch out for the biscuits…..they were only there on one day and I missed them 😥.
My biggest problem was the bathroom light that works on a movement sensor. At night, it lights up the room like Piccadilly Circus when someone goes in. It can be switched off, but will come on again the next time someone goes in. Hardly energy saving, as I couldn’t figure out when it turned itself off, so it stayed on seemly for ever.
Otherwise, we were very happy and would stay again.
There are many restaurants in all price classes within a few minutes walk.
For those wanting to hire a car on leaving, Hertz, Alamo, National and Enterprise have locations practically around the corner.
Our king room was large, clean and relatively modern. It was quiet, apart from some hallway noise. The bathroom was adequate. Shower pressure very low.
Breakfast was of a good standard, with daily changing menu items. Watch out for the biscuits…..they were only there on one day and I missed them 😥.
My biggest problem was the bathroom light that works on a movement sensor. At night, it lights up the room like Piccadilly Circus when someone goes in. It can be switched off, but will come on again the next time someone goes in. Hardly energy saving, as I couldn’t figure out when it turned itself off, so it stayed on seemly for ever.
Otherwise, we were very happy and would stay again.
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Date of stay: December 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The hotel is very well located if you intend to visit SF and the area. We spent 4 nights there and the room was very quiet and comfortable. The breakfast is great and is included. The personnel was very professional. The only caveat is a quite expensive parking.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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This is an absolutely standard in every way hotel. Except for the great fact that the windows are able to open, a small bit but every bit counts! And the fact that I had an issue and the evening manager (at about ten pm) was on it in an instant providing innovative solutions that showed they are completely customer focused. Much better management response then the nearby Kimpton. The AC was fine but not great. The internet was fine. The valet parking was fine. The check in was fast and professional. Check out was easy. The room was clean. On the negative side—the rooms did not get cold…just passable…the view is non-existent—a wall across a narrow (maybe 12-14 foot) courtyard. The rug was extremely tired but the kind of rug that is easy to clean and it felt clean.
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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On this trip to San Francisco we decided to stay at the Holiday Inn, which turned out to be great, you can get to Fisherman's Wharp quickly and there are good connections to the ferries, trams and cable cars. The rooms and bathrooms are very spacious, very clean and cleaned thoroughly, which is not always the case these days. The breakfast is very plentiful and delicious, a typical American breakfast. The hotel is very well maintained and clean, the staff is friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Booked this for its location in San Francisco but it turned out to be such a good value hotel. Breakfast was basic but can’t argue with it being included in the price.
Location is great for Fishermans wharf and the start of the hop on hop off bus. In a couple of mins walk you could see great views of the Golden Gate Bridge as well as Alcatraz
Rooms were spacious and clean.
Location is great for Fishermans wharf and the start of the hop on hop off bus. In a couple of mins walk you could see great views of the Golden Gate Bridge as well as Alcatraz
Rooms were spacious and clean.
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A holiday inn Express that routinely charges $160-$200 a night per room and charges you a $22 a night amenities fee on top of the room charge, ought to have a damn microwave in the room and a fridge that actually keeps your food cold. They have a community microwave towards the front lobby so if you're on a higher floor towards the back, you have a 5 minute walk to get to the microwave anytime you want to get up some food. For a day or two this is fine but if you are there for a longer stay, huge inconvenience. Front desk messed up a couple of Amazon deliveries. Bummy area. Paper thin walls, can hear everything in your neighbors room.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from IHG Service, Owner at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded 20 Dec 2023
Hi jackwT9633UG, Thanks for your review and for staying with Holiday Inn Express and Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf. We value your business with us. Our guests can count on us to keep our hotels clean, the staff friendly, and everything in working order. I am sorry for your experience during your stay. I have shared your comments with the hotel management and sent you a private message to obtain additional details. Again, thanks for staying with us. We value your input and would love to make it up to you. Sincerely, Connie D Case Manager IHG Hotels & Resorts Service
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We stayed in this hotel pre and post cruise. VERY convenient to walking around the piers and Fisherman's wharf. The area felt safe and mostly clean. We walked several times to the piers, restaurants, and to our cruise. The hotel was very clean, smelled good. The beds weren't the most comfortable and the AC doesn't really cool the rooms. We had our cruise fan with us and that helped. The breakfast was included and was really good! You can't beat the price for the location and the free breakfast. Post-cruise they allowed us to check in early for an extra small fee (it was like at 8am so we were very appreciative). Overall, we would stay here again when visiting SF.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Bring a fan for the room if you like it cool.
Don't miss the cinnamon rolls at breakfast!!
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What Resort Fee!!!!
On my initial review I gave a a good rating but after checking out I was advised of a $25 a day($75) resort fee WOW NO ONE AT THE FRONT DESK advised me about this charge upon check in Nor was it in clear plain view when I made reservations. I do travel quite a bit and This is totally unfair and now my opinion is totally different from before. It’s one thing to see it in clear view I am certainly requesting a refund of the resort fee and if I get it I will take my review down or I would not stay here ever again.
Plus breakfast items being replenished was very slow with the breakfast sausage, syrup very small automatic pancake maker and trying to get a table to eat is well good Luck the elevator well only one working well take the stairs takes a very long time . As far as the rooms overlooking the street very noisy early evening and early morning as far as the charge a bit too high breakfast only til 930 waay to early to close it It should go til 1030
I would like someone to contact me
On my initial review I gave a a good rating but after checking out I was advised of a $25 a day($75) resort fee WOW NO ONE AT THE FRONT DESK advised me about this charge upon check in Nor was it in clear plain view when I made reservations. I do travel quite a bit and This is totally unfair and now my opinion is totally different from before. It’s one thing to see it in clear view I am certainly requesting a refund of the resort fee and if I get it I will take my review down or I would not stay here ever again.
Plus breakfast items being replenished was very slow with the breakfast sausage, syrup very small automatic pancake maker and trying to get a table to eat is well good Luck the elevator well only one working well take the stairs takes a very long time . As far as the rooms overlooking the street very noisy early evening and early morning as far as the charge a bit too high breakfast only til 930 waay to early to close it It should go til 1030
I would like someone to contact me
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: DO YOUR RESEARCH!!!!
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Response from IHG Service, Owner at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel
Responded 18 Aug 2024
Hi redmond0308, I am delighted to have been a host to one of our valued guests. Thank you for our Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf for your travel needs and for sharing your thoughts about your stay. Our goal is to deliver guest satisfaction. I'm sorry to learn about the issues encountered during your stay. I have shared your comments with our hotel management team. I am sure they will take the necessary steps to address your concern and use this as a reference for improvement. I also sent a private message to get additional information. I am hopeful for another opportunity to welcome you back for an improved experience. All the best, Glaiza G. Case Manager IHG Hotels & Resorts Service
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Our experience at the Holiday Inn Express was wonderful! Customer service was perfect from the moment we arrived. They stored our bags until our room was ready and again the day we checked out so we could explore the city more. Room was clean and comfortable. Housekeeping was top notch. They didn't even hesitate or bat an eyelash when our child got sick and they needed to completely clean our bathroom midday. Fitness room was small and very popular, but tidy with great variety of equipment. Breakfast was tasty and seating was crowded every morning, but people were polite about making room for each other. The location is excellent, with an easy walk to many restaurants and sites. Very secure, requiring your room key to use the first floor amenities and elevator.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Room Tip: Be patient in the gym and at breakfast. This is a popular hotel and kindess goes a long way!
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We found the hotel to be in a very convenient location. We walked everywhere from the hotel. It was also easy to take the streetcar to the BART to get to the airport at the end of our stay. (It took about an hour.)
The rooms were updated, but fairly small. They included a mini-fridge which was nice. They had no microwave, but we did see one in the room with the ice machine. There was a desk and chair with convenient outlets (even international plugs) on the desk. They had large size soap/shampoo/conditioners in the shower, which were more convenient than the little bottles.
The things that could be improved: There was no chair/sofa in the room other than the desk chair, no luggage holders (had to put suitcases on the floor), no hair dryer and for some reason the tp holder is under the sink and across from the toilet. It's very awkward to use (especially if you have short arms).
The fitness room was minimal (2 treadmills, 2 ellipticals, 1 bike and some free weights). The room was very small, and the tv's on the treadmill kept cutting in and out which was pretty frustrating.
Breakfast did not have their signature cinnamon rolls, which was disappointing. It included scrambled eggs, sausage links, cereal, bagels/bread, and some fruit (bananas and apples). It was kind of disappointing that they served the exact same thing every day. I was hoping they would at least rotate the types of eggs and meats, as they do at other hotels. There were no waffles or anything like that either. They also need better signs near the trash/compost/recycling. Everyone was confused on where to put their items. It would be helpful to have a sign with the items that they are providing, and where they go. What items are compostable, are the plates, napkins, cups, etc.? Reading the generic sign is not helpful. Most people just threw everything into one bin, because they didn't know what to do.
Also note, that this hotel has a $20+ resort fee. I'm not sure why. There were no extra amenities that were provided. The valet parking is $60/day!!! There are other lots nearby that are less, though I'm not sure about the security there. Don't bring a car, if you don't have to do so that's for sure!
The rooms were updated, but fairly small. They included a mini-fridge which was nice. They had no microwave, but we did see one in the room with the ice machine. There was a desk and chair with convenient outlets (even international plugs) on the desk. They had large size soap/shampoo/conditioners in the shower, which were more convenient than the little bottles.
The things that could be improved: There was no chair/sofa in the room other than the desk chair, no luggage holders (had to put suitcases on the floor), no hair dryer and for some reason the tp holder is under the sink and across from the toilet. It's very awkward to use (especially if you have short arms).
The fitness room was minimal (2 treadmills, 2 ellipticals, 1 bike and some free weights). The room was very small, and the tv's on the treadmill kept cutting in and out which was pretty frustrating.
Breakfast did not have their signature cinnamon rolls, which was disappointing. It included scrambled eggs, sausage links, cereal, bagels/bread, and some fruit (bananas and apples). It was kind of disappointing that they served the exact same thing every day. I was hoping they would at least rotate the types of eggs and meats, as they do at other hotels. There were no waffles or anything like that either. They also need better signs near the trash/compost/recycling. Everyone was confused on where to put their items. It would be helpful to have a sign with the items that they are providing, and where they go. What items are compostable, are the plates, napkins, cups, etc.? Reading the generic sign is not helpful. Most people just threw everything into one bin, because they didn't know what to do.
Also note, that this hotel has a $20+ resort fee. I'm not sure why. There were no extra amenities that were provided. The valet parking is $60/day!!! There are other lots nearby that are less, though I'm not sure about the security there. Don't bring a car, if you don't have to do so that's for sure!
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Room Tip: Inside rooms are quiet, but your room looks into other rooms in a very small courtyard.
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We found the beds super comfortable. They were a medium firmness. We don't like hard and we're very cosy.
It would be a good 15-20 mins walk with luggage. However you could easily catch the tram which is about 2 mins around the corner. Though I do not know what rules they have regarding luggage. It would a flat walk as the hotel is is not in a particularly elevated area. It would be down a small incline on the way down but walking along the what is flat.
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"If you have the cash, pay for the bay view, even though it's really a pier view. You don't want the internal view of your neighbors."Read full review
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AU$278 - AU$433 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Which popular attractions are close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Nearby attractions include The Escape Game San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf (0.3 km), Fisherman's Wharf (0.2 km), and Musee Mecanique (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, a lounge, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and paid private parking nearby are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Blue Mermaid Restaurant, Eight Am, and The Baked Bear.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness centre during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and conference facilities.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Are there any historical sites close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites San Francisco Fishermans Wharf, an IHG hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Golden Gate Bridge (5.7 km), Alcatraz Island (2.4 km), and City Lights Booksellers (1.3 km).