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Buena Vista Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco

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Sundeck
42-inch TV with premium channels
Front of property
Front of property
Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
1599 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA, 94123
  • Ghirardelli Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Pier 39
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Moscone Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room with Sofa Bed | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

King Room with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed, 1 Twin Murphy Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Cow Hollow stay.With a stay at this Cow Hollow hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Ghirardelli Square and 2 miles (3 km) of Presidio of San Francisco. Pier 39 and Moscone Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Ghirardelli Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Oracle Park - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 24 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bus Stop - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Perry's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blue Fog Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Brazen Head - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Buena Vista Motor Inn

Hotel near Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and coworking spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Buena Vista Motor Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Buena Vista Motor Inn offers 51 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations are furnished with desks and desk chairs. Beds feature premium bedding. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

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
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • In-room microwave fee: USD 10 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

How close is Buena Vista Motor Inn to the airport?

Buena Vista Motor Inn is 15.7 mi (36-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buena Vista Motor Inn on Jun 8, 2025 start from $112.23, excluding 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.

Does Buena Vista Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Buena Vista Motor Inn.

How close is Buena Vista Motor Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 6.8 mi (23-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 3.9 mi (8-min drive) from Baker Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Buena Vista Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Buena Vista Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Buena Vista Motor Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Buena Vista Motor Inn have a pool?

Buena Vista Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Buena Vista Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Buena Vista Motor Inn to downtown San Francisco?

Buena Vista Motor Inn is 1.8 mi away from San Francisco.

Buena Vista Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 384 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms are ok but the sheets and pillows smell awful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Super clean and safe. Will definitely keep this place in mind when returning to SFO!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avisake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Clean rooms. Easy access to downtown SF and Presidio area. Under rated locatioj
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohit

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property workout out perfect for what we needed it for ! Me and my partner decided to go bar hoping and it was at a great location to do so !! We were able to walk there and back with no issues. Rooms were clean and comfy ! I have 0 complaints enjoyed my stay at this property !!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Great place overall! I would come back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very accommodating

Neighbourhood: Fairly clean, mostly just have to worry about dog-owners not picking up. 10-15 min walk to numerous areas with lots of restaurants (Union St, Chestnut St, Polk St, Ghirardelli Square). Transit: Excellent. Bus stop directly in front and across the street. You can get to/from the airport with a bus and train ride (about 60-90 min). Front Desk: I made requests for quiet room with a handheld showerhead, and they were able to accommodate by purchasing a showerhead since the available room didn't have one pre-installed. They also had electric kettles and plastic cutlery upon request. My room was above the garden, and there were people smoking weed there and it was getting into the room. After I brought it up to them (smoking is permissible on grounds, just not in rooms), they took care of it. Room: A/C / heater unit was a bit dusty, and turning it on triggered my allergies. The room shows its wear & tear, but clean and comfortable. The provided toiletries are harsh on the skin & hair, and no body lotion is provided. Conditioner wasn't strong enough. You can still hear people above and beside you, but not what they're saying if they're speaking average volume level. Conclusion: I would stay here again for the value and area.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tsz Yan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was looking around to see what there was to do around the SF area and I wanted to be a tourist, so I got the big bus tour ticket. It's the bus where you can hop on and hop off all day. It turns out that this hotel is one of the stops which made it so convenient for us. And I found this out after booking the hotel which was a nice bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vearya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at the Buena Vista Motor Inn was top notch as a solo traveler, I had everything I needed! Quiet, clean, safe: everything was really perfect. Only thing is that my shower head was leaking a bit and I was afraid it’d seep into the floor. Otherwise, I slept so well, the best sleep I’ve had on vacation. Great price and great location too, highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member in this hotel is amazing, the attention to details and the care is top tier.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chengjun

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, walkable to the Embarcadero.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogerio, FRESNO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved staying here! So clean !!!! And everyone that works there is so kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay with some reasonable parking options and great service! We had no trouble parking during the weekend and had a quiet room away from the street. It’s a great spot if you’re mainly looking for a place to sleep and park. It’s also within reasonable walking distance (25 minutes) of the Fisherman’s Wharf with a nice walk along the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

zvi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Zen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025