When you're looking to wander around Fisherman's Wharf trying out the various dining options, enjoy the entertainment on Pier 39, and wander through the shops on Ghirardelli Square - well you couldn't pick a better location for your hotel than the Kimpton Alton. Just a stones thorugh from all of the above, you're also only about 15 minutes walk from San Francisco Bay where you can take the ferry to Alcatraz. Back at the hotel the rooms offer very comfy beds, and cosy vibes that will allow you to relax after a day exploring Golden Gate City. Even better, they offer complimentary tea and coffee to kick start your day, and a complimentary wine and beer hour to wind down at the end of it! Couple that with the option of in-room spa treatments and you really will feel relaxed on this city break. The service on hand at this hotel is indeed top notch - there's even complimentary scooters on hand to use for the little ones to roam the city!
Amenities
Bicycle Rental
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Valet parking
Close to City Centre
Where is it
Located in the Fisherman's Wharf area, just 4 minutes walk from Ghirardelli Square and Pier 39. The hotel is less than a block from a light rail station.
Hotel information
248 guest rooms and suites with a warm colour palette and cosy bedding. All with air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi access, smart TV, mini fridge, bathroom amenties, bath robes, yoga mat, and safe.
Standard Rooms are approximately 310 sq ft in size, with either 1 king-size bed, 2 queen-size beds, or 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Premium Rooms are approximately 325 sq ft, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Premium City View Rooms are approximately 310 sq ft, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Premium Bay View are approximately 310 sq ft, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Abaca Restaurant and Bar (Filipino restaurant open for breakfast, weekend brunch, dinner, and evening drinks). Bodega (range of snacks and drinks, open 24-hours). Complimentary morning tea and coffee, and complimentary wine/beer daily from 5.00-6.00pm.
Live DJ sessions at weekends, as well as other events and activities.
24-hour fitness centre. In-room spa treatments*. Bicycle rental*. Retro inspired board games. Complimentary kids micro kickboard scooters for rental.
Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Valet parking $70 plus tax ($90 for oversized vehicles) per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). Concierge.
There is a resort fee of $32 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).
Resort fee includes:- $10 daily credit to use in the hotel's locally inspired Bodega - Premium WiFi access throughout the hotel - In-room Victrola records + vinyl lending library - Music series (Fridays and Saturdays) - Promotional discounts to local partners - Retro inspired board games to lend - Complimentary newspapers and magazines digitally via PressReader - Commplimentary printing services. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. Please check with the hotel for more information.
*Denotes local charge
Based on 395 reviews
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Best hotel for value in the area !
Jul 14, 2025A_Top_Reviewer
We stayed here for six nights and loved every minute of our stay. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The customer service of the entire staff, especially the folks at the front desk namely Esmeralda, Flora, Harvey (see photo) and the others do their best to accommodate all the guest needs and are exceptional. A special shout-out to the…
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We stayed here for six nights and loved every minute of our stay. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The customer service of the entire staff, especially the folks at the front desk namely Esmeralda, Flora, Harvey (see photo) and the others do their best to accommodate all the guest needs and are exceptional. A special shout-out to the housekeeping, security, maintenance and all the rest of the hotel staff who are prompt, polite and efficient. The entire staff provides outstanding service with a smile. The location of the hotel is the best as it's close to all the major attractions in the area. On another note, we only wish there was a more affordable restaurant with a range of choices on site for breakfast and we hope this will happen one day. Keep it up and we will be back !
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A nice stay, and would recommend to others.....
Jul 8, 2025robertcB6648RNGold Coast, Australia
We stayed as a family in two 'Queen Essential' rooms, which were quite comfortable and reasonably quiet. It is a pet friendly hotel but you can request a pet free room.
The location is excellent for a tourist, being a very short stroll to Fisherman's Wharf and of course, Pier 39, and the tram cars are literally on the next corner. As you would…
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We stayed as a family in two 'Queen Essential' rooms, which were quite comfortable and reasonably quiet. It is a pet friendly hotel but you can request a pet free room.
The location is excellent for a tourist, being a very short stroll to Fisherman's Wharf and of course, Pier 39, and the tram cars are literally on the next corner. As you would expect, there is no shortage of places to eat around the area,
The hotel has a happy hour in the lobby between 5-6pm. A DJ plays in the lobby on a Friday & Saturday night which is different and trendy/quirky, as is the vinyl record player in your room.
Our room was clean and was serviced daily, but little things let them down - for example, there was a Nespresso machine, but no teaspoons! (We had to constantly request them after each daily service)! The cleaners would take the glasses but didn't replace them, nor did they replace tea, coffee and creamer in the same quantity that had been used. Not major problems by any means, just an annoyance.
And something to remember - although you pay for it in your booking via the service charge (or Urban Destination Fee), the daily water isn’t placed in your room, you have to request it at front desk. Once again, not a major issue but quite an annoyance especially if there is 5 or 6 people checking in at the time you happen to be wanting to request water. (Seems to me this is an easy fix by getting the cleaners to place the water in your room - together with teaspoons, tea, coffee and creamer, etc)! :)
The Abaca restaurant is nice but quite expensive – A$300 for dinner for two including a glass of wine. The room itself is quite stark - certainly not warm and inviting.
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Location, location, location
Jul 7, 2025kimhtexSpring, Texas
Stayed 3 nights before a cruise. Excellent location!! Clean. Staff at the front desk extremely helpful. Would absolutely stay there again
Room for improvement
Jun 28, 2025reginaldo m
When we checked in at the front desk, I was impressed by the warm welcome and the accommodation afforded to us by Mr Edwin and Mr Clifford.
The following day I went to the front desk again to inquire about the city of San Francisco and was very disappointed by the way Ms Mary handled my query. Her rudeness eroded all the the positive impressions I…
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When we checked in at the front desk, I was impressed by the warm welcome and the accommodation afforded to us by Mr Edwin and Mr Clifford.
The following day I went to the front desk again to inquire about the city of San Francisco and was very disappointed by the way Ms Mary handled my query. Her rudeness eroded all the the positive impressions I had with the hotel.
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Good location for tourists
May 26, 2025Trail12264245877San Francisco, California
This is a nice, clean hotel conveniently located a few blocks from Ghirardelli square.
Room comes with a record player, Nespresso machine, and Atelier Bloem toiletries. You can borrow a plant from the lobby to accompany you in your room if you so desire. Abaca restaurant (located on the first floor) serves Filipino cuisine and can be very…
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This is a nice, clean hotel conveniently located a few blocks from Ghirardelli square.
Room comes with a record player, Nespresso machine, and Atelier Bloem toiletries. You can borrow a plant from the lobby to accompany you in your room if you so desire. Abaca restaurant (located on the first floor) serves Filipino cuisine and can be very lively. There is a DJ in the lobby on some nights. It is a very short walk to The Cannery, the Anchorage, Scoma’s, and the Buena Vista cafe. It is also an easy walk to Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. It looks like airline crew members tend to stay here.
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Best hotel for value in the area !
