Kimpton Alton Hotel Fisherman's Wharf

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San Francisco, California

4 stars

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

Explore the local area

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

Room Information
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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.

Hotel details

Resort Fees

There is a resort fee of $32 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Resort Fee Details

Resort fee includes: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.

Dining

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.

Fun and Games

24-hour fitness centre. In-room spa treatments*. Bicycle rental*. Retro inspired board games. Complimentary kids micro kickboard scooters for rental.

Entertainment

Live DJ sessions at weekends, as well as other events and activities.

Handy Stuff

Complimentary WiFi access. Laundry service*. Valet parking $70 plus tax ($90 for oversized vehicles) per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). Concierge.

Additional Information

*Denotes local charge

Trip advisor rating

4.4/5

437 reviews

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70%

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14%

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“Another perfect stay at Kimpton Alton”

Apr 24, 2026Kjell E

We had another wonderful stay at Kimpton Alton Fisherman’s Wharf. The hotel is perfectly located, beautifully designed, and offers comfortable, modern rooms with a great overall atmosphere. What truly made our stay exceptional was the service—especially from Assistant Front Office Manager Nathan. He did an outstanding job and went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Nathan was highly professional, attentive, and genuinely caring, making us feel truly welcomed and well taken care of. His dedication and customer-focused approach set a very high standard and made a lasting impression. (Guess you remember me and the big chair Nathan) It was also a pleasure to see General Manager Ru P. actively involved during the hotel’s Wine Hour—helping the staff, serving wine, and taking the time to engage in genuine conversations with guests. This hands-on approach and visible presence speak volumes about the hotel’s culture and commitment to guest experience. We have stayed twice on the 5th floor, both times with views of Alcatraz and the Bay. Based on our experience, I highly recommend booking directly with the hotel if you have specific preferences, as we have. I would highly recommend this hotel and would definitely choose Kimpton Alton again in the future.

“Stay else where”

Apr 23, 2026CharlotteW2759

For an IHG hotel I expect more based on what I had viewed online when booking this hotel direct. For the price, it is very expensive. Overall our room on the third floor, an essential double queen was clean, bedding clean, bathroom clean but it’s just a bit average. The AC unit is so noisey even with fan on low it makes it hard to sleep, it also seems to struggle to find the temperature either cold or too hot. The lifts (only one working at time of stay) was very slow, had to wait several minutes to get to the ground floor, very old and rickety. We had booked breakfast with our room, which I’m sure I didn’t miss any fine print on the IHG website when booking but upon checking in. They gave me a $50 usd voucher per day for breakfast which couldn’t even get two adults an Alton Breakfast each and one coffee. Which was hopeless. So don’t waste your time doing the breakfast add on when booking. Would not stay here again.

“Expensive, but great location”

Apr 22, 2026TLP42217

This was our first visit to Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco, CA. My husband & I stayed for 2 nights in a 1 King Premium Bay View room. We used an anniversary night & points so we only* paid for parking and taxes/fees. CHECK-IN: Check-in was quick, & our room was ready early. We're both Platinum Elite members & received welcome points but no bottled water. • Amenities (we used): Hair dryer, a few hangers, one luggage rack, mini fridge & robes • Bath: Plenty of hot water & good pressure • Bed: Average; medium firmness. • Cleanliness: Very clean • Cooling/heating: Room stayed comfortable & cooled quickly • Decor: Retro elements like a record player • Sound: Beach St was a bit noisy but did not disrupt our sleep. • TV: Large with streaming options. It took quite a bit of troubleshooting to get it working. • View: Beach St. with lots of cars. There is a nice view of Alcatraz, but you can not see the water. • WiFi: WiFi, T-Mobile & Mint Mobile all worked well • Other: Room is a bit too small for 2 checked suitcases. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Very polite via email. Shout-out to Nathan Foster for going above & beyond to make our stay special! In-person was blasé. FOOD: N/A; we ate off-site. The lobby was super busy with guests of the restaurant Abacá next door. LOCATION: Within walking distance of several attractions.. Fisherman's Wharf, GoCar, pharmacies & lots of restaurants! PARKING: $75 + $10.50 tax = $85.50/night 😳 We did not feel safe using off-site parking in the surrounding areas. The valet accidentally pulled the wrong car around, so the wait (for our vehicle) was longer than expected. Would I recommend/stay again? Yes for location, but no due to price. It cost $127.87/night* for parking ($85.50) & fees ($42.37).. excluding the hotel room fee! 😳

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