Inn By The SFO

2.0 star property
Hotel near San Francisco Bay in South San Francisco

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Lobby
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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701 Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA, 94080
  • Place, South San Francisco Convention Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, San Bruno Point Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, San Francisco Baking Institute
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

South San Francisco

Downtown South San Francisco stay.Your stay at this Downtown South San Francisco hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of San Francisco Bay and South San Francisco Convention Center. Cow Palace and Santa Cruz Mountains are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • South San Francisco Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Shops at Tanforan - 2 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • San Bruno Point Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • San Francisco Baking Institute - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • See's Candies - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • San Bruno Station - 4 min drive
  • South San Francisco Station - 12 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cochinita - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pho Huynh Hiep - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪HL Peninsula Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Inn By The SFO

Hotel near San Francisco Bay in South San Francisco
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Inn By The SFO. Free self parking is available.
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1983
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
Inn By The SFO offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 150 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 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or 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, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. 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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn By The SFO to the airport?

Inn By The SFO is 4.4 mi (8-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 Inn By The SFO?

As of Jan 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The SFO on Jan 28, 2026 start from $89.1, 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 Inn By The SFO have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn By The SFO.

How close is Inn By The SFO to the beach?

This hotel is 13 mi (23-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 13.4 mi (21-min drive) from Rockaway Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn By The SFO offer free breakfast?

Inn By The SFO does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Inn By The SFO?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Inn By The SFO?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Inn By The SFO?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Inn By The SFO have a pool?

Inn By The SFO does not have a pool.

Does Inn By The SFO have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Inn By The SFO to downtown South San Francisco?

Inn By The SFO is 0.3 mi away from South San Francisco.

Inn By The SFO Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 400 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Cyril

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Doors had air leaks meant airplane noise entered bedroom . Basic hotel was cheap and affordable .
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Luis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was fairly dirty: the walls, couch, etc. The bathroom had no mirror.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spacious. The beds were so comfortable. The staff are outstanding in their service. So friendly and helpful. We were really late arriving and checking in, and the staff were so friendly and welcoming. 10/10 would stay here again, and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rosemary

The hotel overbooked and cancelled my reservation less than 24 hours before a flight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room is spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Krystyl Kim, North York

we booked a room when we get there they said no room available even we paid in advance. their reason overbooked.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting establishment

Arrived at 4:45 PM note at the front desk said be back in 15 minutes. Went back 20 minutes later and still nobody there. I called the number on the window and the hotel manager said he would be back for another half hour and he left the card to my room on a planter in front of the office. It was in an obvious place where anyone could’ve taken the key and checked all the rooms for entrance. The place was disgustingly dirty, holes in the sheets, cobwebs, dust, and mold all around the entire room. Pictures will be enclosed. I would give this place a zero stars if I could. I would highly recommend someone to go elsewhere because this place was so disgusting I woke up stuffed up could not breathe through my nose because all of the dust and everything in the room I couldn’t even use the air conditioner because it was caked with dust so I was afraid to turn it on. I definitely will not return to this place.
Front planter
Mold
Caked dust
Cobwebs and caked dust
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bathroom had some black insects all around the edge of the borders and bath tub. They were dead but had to clean off first before showering otherwise I loved the room and cute courtyard outside the room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel A

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Holly L

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were ants in our bathroom and the room was super dusty and musky.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Ubaldo

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Jamie

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay here

I arrived at 2AM and the bells to alert staff that I had arrived didn't work. I had to knock on the glass to get anyone's attention, and then the attendant acted very irritated. When we got into the room, there were bugs on the pillows and the toilet was difficult to flush. The toilet handle broke off the toilet the next night, so we had to move rooms, but they moved us from a room with two queens to a room with one king. Best thing about it is the free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property!!! I would definitely recommend!!! Terrific stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property!!! I would definitely recommend!!! Great stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was good for our purpose (close to SFO and reasonably priced). However, it was noisy and seemed to be in a dangerous area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Soundarya

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room smelled like mold
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Ck in guy was nice but the 1st room no towels and tv didn't work. Moved me to 2nd room no hand towels no klinex large rip in carpet. Bed comfy mostly pretty clean. Parking and wifi good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rhonda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quietness, convenient location, and most affordable. It has microwave and mini fridge, but we did not need to use it. Good amount of parking spaces, and no parking fee. However, the lobby/entrance was locked when we checked in and out and had to use the side window to talk to someone. There was no greetings. The lobby entrance door was so dirty, it was full of dust, dried leaves and cob web. Seems like no one has ever used that door ever. The room smelled bad when we first opened the door. The second night it was okay. The floor carpet looked very dirty and very old, with dark stains all over. The sink was missing a sink drain strainer. The bathtub drainer was not in but put on the tub. The desk drawer was missing a door knob. For 2 nights, we did not meet or see any other guest or travelers. The place looked very deserted and empty. The courtyard was very dirty with dried leaves and trash. The ice machine did not work. I did not even feel like a motel! It felt like a low income apartment. The picture of the lobby on the website did not look like anything what I saw and visited---way the opposite of what I experienced. The people who checked me in and out, looked like they were awaken from a nap. Will not come back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025