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Buena Vista Motor Inn

2.5 star property
A peaceful retreat near Fisherman's Wharf provides the perfect balance of tranquility and excitement with convenient access to Alcatraz Island

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Buena Vista Motor Inn offers San Francisco charm with a garden for morning strolls and a terrace with city views. Guests appreciate practical amenities: reliable WiFi, luggage storage for early arrivals, and free self-parking that saves money and hassle.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

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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
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room with Sofa Bed

King Room with Sofa Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Single Murphy Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Cow Hollow, a neighbourhood in San Francisco, Buena Vista Motor Inn is near a metro station and near the beach. Alcatraz Island and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ghirardelli Square and Pier 39. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Oracle Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
1599 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA, 94123

What's nearby

  • Union Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Van Ness Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ghirardelli Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lombard Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 9 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Berry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Komeya No Bento - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Motoring Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ly's Vietnamese Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roam Artisan Burgers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Buena Vista Motor Inn

Hotel near Ghirardelli Square
Located close to Pier 39 and Alcatraz Island, Buena Vista Motor Inn provides a terrace, a garden and a 24-hour business centre. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A water dispenser, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 51 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as desk chairs and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, on-request microwaves and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (92 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Composting
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • In-room microwave fee: USD 10 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Buena Vista Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buena Vista Motor Inn on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$186.75, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Buena Vista Motor Inn located?

Located in Cow Hollow, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ghirardelli Square and Presidio of San Francisco. Pier 39 and Moscone Convention Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Hyde St & Lombard St Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Buena Vista Motor Inn Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every time I'm in the city, the roof top view is amazing & the rooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

kayleigh

good for the price, there was a weird virtual check in thing that took a long time to check in but overall staff was nice a s location was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very courteous staff and the hotel is in a great location. Centrally located to easily reach tourist places and a nice area for just walking. Perhaps a little dated in the rooms but really nice and we will be staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean François

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Slow season and the parking was full so I can’t imagine how hard it is during summer. Location was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great to interact with
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

CHI YIP

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
V good cleaning room. Free parking for first come first serve
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness
It was convenient location. Clean, fast check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

ilene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, withon walking distance of most attractions. Staff was helpful. Having a clean room everyday! Priceless! I would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ana Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, many options around, staff was nice and helpful the whole time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will always stay here when visiting the city. Very clean and easy safe parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We love staying here! It’s convenient to everything, super clean and welcoming. It’s our home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay, very clean and staff helpful. Only issue is the noise and parking is a bit tight.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good parking, small but clean. Virtual check in good for my first time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple but good and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and has outside area with view of Golden Gate Bridge. Free parking is a plus and walkable to pier 39.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie Mica Umali

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were kind and helpful during check in and check out. However parking was difficult; it might’ve been because it was a holiday weekend or weekend in general but we had to park on the street because all slots were taken. The amenities in our room are outdated and not the best (air conditioner/heater, shower pressure, mattress was hard). Room and bathroom were spacious though. Walkable distance to dining options and in the middle of many points of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Around lots of fun activities, restaurants, and coffee shops
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great property to stay at. We kept our vehicle safely parked for a couple of days while we checked out San Francisco. The virtual check in lady was so great, I wasn’t sure if she was AI at first and she had a good chuckle with me. We will stay here again when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here as a family of three for work and fun. There was a nice desk and chair for me to work on my laptop. Staff was very nice. Food and coffee options close by. Quiet area and felt safe. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean. Good location. Ample parking. Basic . Good value for cost.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a tad small and first come first serve. Besides that laction was great and felt safe. Room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, helpful staff. I was able to walk (25 mins) to a business event near Fisherman's wharf and back each day. Also good for getting to the Marina area for walks. Old hotel but clean and good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and very friendly staff Definitely would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025