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
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
459 reviews
Excellent
69%
Very Good
14%
Average
7%
Poor
5%
Terrible
5%
“Just fine”
Oct 14, 2026Christine M
The room itself was spacious but smelled strongly of commercial air freshener, and a little shabby, worn out around the edges––for example a wall repair had been made in the bathroom but not painted over so there was visible spackle; the baseboards were skuffed up, little details like that made it feel less nice. The air conditioner was a loud under window unit I have only seen in old motels. And yes, we could see the bay from our room, but we were mostly looking out at a parking lot. The restaurant was supposedly very good, but we never ate there because the atmosphere was giving hotel restaurant. They don't offer room service which is a bummer. The location was convenient to seeing all the touristy sites around the marina and felt fairly safe to walk around but overall I would not choose this hotel again, as it wasn't exactly cheap.
“Mirror fell onto occupied bed; no follow-up”
Oct 06, 2026Mike W
A large wall-mounted mirror detached in the middle of the night and crashed onto the bed where my wife was sleeping. We initially thought the noise was an earthquake. Thankfully she wasn’t injured, but we were extremely shaken and lost the rest of our night’s sleep.
The GM promised an investigation but never provided an update despite follow-ups. IHG Guest Relations opened a case and promised a response, but we have heard nothing further. We liked the hotel otherwise, but its handling of this serious safety incident was unacceptable.
“good location for the fisherman's wharf area.”
Oct 03, 2026Global50096186114
I will say the rooms and the hotel in general were clean. I had ask for a room with a view, guess what, when I looked out the window, I was looking at a brick wall. I was there for five days, there was only one elevator working the entire time. The floor I was put on had no Ice machine, so you go wait for the elevator going both directions to get ice. There was no concierge, to get directions or suggestions from. This was a very convenient location if you want to be in the fisherman's wharf area.
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