See all properties

Surf Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Pier 39 in San Francisco

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Surf Motel

Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area | TV
Front of property - evening/night
Private kitchenette
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette
Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

View in a map
2265 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA, 94123
  • Place, Chestnut Street
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Presidio of San Francisco
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed

Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

You may also like

Ad
Exterior

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf

Marina District
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
3.0 out of 5, 592 reviews
$79 nightly
The price is $93
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 San Francisco, CA - Fisherman's Wharf

About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Heart of San Francisco.A stay at this Cow Hollow motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Presidio of San Francisco and 2 miles (3 km) of Lombard Street. Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge are also within 3 miles (5 km).
View more Motels in San FranciscoOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Chestnut Street - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Union Street - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Presidio of San Francisco - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Palace of Fine Arts - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monaghan's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Delarosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bluestone Lane - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Blackwood - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Surf Motel

Motel near Pier 39 in San Francisco
As a guest of Surf Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Francisco motel.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Surf Motel offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. This San Francisco motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Similar properties

View from property
Alpha Inn & Suites
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
3.3 out of 5, 990 reviews
$80 nightly
The price is $93
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Alpha Inn & Suites

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible 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.
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Motel Surf
Surf Hotel San Francisco
Surf Motel San Francisco
Surf Motel Motel
Surf Motel San Francisco
Surf Motel Motel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

How close is Surf Motel to the airport?

Surf Motel is 16.4 mi (39-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 Surf Motel?

As of Jan 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surf Motel on Jan 21, 2026 start from $78.46, 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 Surf Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Surf Motel.

How close is Surf Motel to the beach?

This motel is 6.2 mi (21-min drive) from Ocean Beach.

Does Surf Motel offer free breakfast?

Surf Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Surf Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (26-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Surf Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Surf Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Surf Motel have a pool?

Surf Motel does not have a pool.

Does Surf Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Surf Motel to downtown San Francisco?

Surf Motel is 2 mi away from San Francisco.

Surf Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 150 out of 1007 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a problem with the WIFI but they made it right. This motel was very convenient to dining, shopping and transportation one blocknover on Chestnut St. I wouldn’t hesitate staying there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loree, SAN ANSELMO

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location with nice clean room with king size bed, fridge, microwave and bath tub. Great home base for a few nights in SF
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jory

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kennedy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melody

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very poorly maintained. Door lock rarely worked and i had to ask staff to let me in. I saw others dealing with the same thing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer McLin

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is outstanding. The amenities were below average. I have never stayed in a motel before that doesn’t have a coffee machine in the room. It was a drag to have to go out looking for a place to buy coffee every day. Even though I personally did not have any problems with this, the amount of available parking spaces is very limited. There was no phone or alarm clock in the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francine

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean, small room with good bed, fridge and microwave - no coffeemaker. Tricky keycard latch. Remodel is pretty good. Parking tight but great for us. Good location and surprisingly quiet. Windows were screwed shut so had to use door or AC for ventilation. Lighting on one side of the bed only. TV operation had a learning curve. Good shower/water pressure. Low key.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elias

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I see that this hotel has great potential. I slept like a baby. It was just missing some items from proper lighting in the bathroom as well as a working fan for taking up the mist that showers give off to unwanted smells after you “uh-hem”….no one lines a fogged up mirror, or at least I don’t. Could have been a better balance of lighting both in bathroom and the room itself. An amenity that would have been great was to have a coffee m/tea maker in the room. Believe you me a goes along way to feel the added comfort of having a great room a nice cup of your favorite beverage available at the touch. The guys were very cordial and accommodating to me personally as I am handicapped and it has affected my hearing. So repeatedly a question was no bother to them. They have handicapped parking which was great to have. And the best added feature was the elevator. Extremely convenient for me. Third floor no problem. Elevator, here it comes! So this was difficult to actually review. I wish them good fortune.👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armida

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ethan

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for. Very run down, terrible lighting, bad smelling room. Only upside is the bed was very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dallas

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was poorly run. Front end staff were less than friendly, the room was run down and falling apart- rusty rotting light fixtures, run down beat up mattresses, the bathroom door was rotting off the hinges, the cupboard was stuck closed because of the humidity; the bathroom vent was not working, no window for airing out , the shower floor drain was plugged with other people’s hair; the tv was stuck on one channel with a dead remote. and they never cleaned our room once during our stay. When I said something they dismissed it and were rude. Definitely don’t recommend this place ever- even if it was semi-close to minor amenities…
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stirling

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shower water never got remotely warm for me. Must be a small heater shared with everyone. No towels on arrival. We had to request some the next morning. The TV remote felt like it hadn't been cleaned in years. Very sticky. Suuuper tight parking, but at least it's included on the price of the stay. Great location though. Walking distance to restaurants and Walgreens, and a 5-10 min drive to most SF attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025