When you stay at Palihotel San Francisco, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and Moscone Convention Center. This boutique hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Powell St & Sutter St Stop is 2 minutes and Powell St & Bush St Stop is 2 minutes.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
82 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 30 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 109 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 45 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Charlie Palmer Mystic Hotel
Mystic Charlie Palmer
Mystic Charlie Palmer San Francisco
Mystic Hotel
Mystic Hotel Charlie Palmer
Mystic Hotel Charlie Palmer San Francisco
Crescent San Francisco Hotel
Mystic Hotel San Francisco
Mystic San Francisco
Mystic Hotel by Charlie Palmer
Mystic Hotel
Palihotel San Francisco Hotel
Palihotel San Francisco San Francisco
Palihotel San Francisco Hotel San Francisco
Frequently asked questions
Does Palihotel San Francisco offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Palihotel San Francisco does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Palihotel San Francisco?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 30 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 109 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Palihotel San Francisco?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 45 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Palihotel San Francisco?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Palihotel San Francisco?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Palihotel San Francisco and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Moscone Convention Center (13-min walk) and Pier 39 (1.4 mi), along with Lombard Street (1.5 mi) and University of San Francisco (2.6 mi).
What's the area around Palihotel San Francisco like?
Palihotel San Francisco is in Union Square, a short 2-minute walk from Powell St & Sutter St Stop and 13 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Palihotel San Francisco Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Bed
Breakfast
Restaurant
Coffee
Bar
Chinatown
Amenities
What guests liked
Parking was easy and reasonably priced with a covered and staffed car park nearby. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
22 Nov 2024
Changhwan
Changhwan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Nov 2024
We Love Pali-Everything
We absolutely love the Pali world. We are life long fans and will always book with them if they are in an area we are staying in. The attention to detail, hospitality, and comfort is unmatched. They make you feel like you never left home.
We have stayed at Palihotel SF several times and loved it every time. The only reason we rated lower (4 star) for this particular stay is because the 2nd floor bar was not operational which is a favorite feature for us.
There was also wild protests that woke us up at 7am every morning. Definitely not something Palihotel had any control over but it dampened the experience significantly so it is worth noting.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 Nov 2024
Palihotel staff were great and the hotel itself is beautiful. However, there was a protest right outside our window (banging drums, playing loud music, screaming into megaphones) in front of the neighboring hotel that started at 6a and went on for the rest of the day and then started back up again before 6a the next morning. I was not able to get any sleep and feel sick today. I absolutely believe in the right to protected activity and empathize with the hotel workers, but it was a rough night due to the extgremely loud noise. :(
julia
julia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Wesley
Wesley, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Eleanor
Eleanor, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Kendall
Kendall, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
31 Oct 2024
Disengaged staff and lacking natural light
I've stayed at several Pali locations, most recently in LA. This property is dark and lacks natural light. Some of that can't be helped. The staff was utterly lacking in customer service or caring for that matter. When I asked for a couple glasses I was told to us our coffee cups. We asked for a couple coffee pods, we were told housekeeping wasn't in and they would send some up, they never arrived. Feels like something the front desk person could have handed out from a drawer and made that easy. Overall just lackluster experience, staff just didn't care and couldn't be bothered.
jonathan
jonathan, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Oct 2024
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 Oct 2024
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Jem
Jem, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Oct 2024
ok
The location of the hotel is fine. Close to everything.
However, we doubt whether we are confusing "old and worn" with "vintage". We think the hotel appeared quite worn.
The staff on site was incredibly nice and helpful. I give them 5 stars because they do it really well!
The rooms were nice. Really good beds.
The shower handle was loose and fell off.
One of our sheets was torn in two places. It seems very strange that we did not notice or respond to this.
Secondly, we booked a hotel for 3 adults, but we only had towels for 2. We got extra without any problems, but it's just strange that it wasn't included from the start.
Nick
Nick, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
Samuel
Samuel, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2024
Ace
Ace, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Beautiful property, love the color schemes & decor. WONDERFUL staff, very nice and the housekeeping service on my 6th floor room was excellent-thank you for keeping the coffee pods plentiful. Will return!
Angela
Angela, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 Sep 2024
Bailey
Bailey, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
Osbin
Osbin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Sep 2024
Inna
Inna, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Sep 2024
Very clean, stylish rooms. Excellent location for Chinatown, high end shopping, & public transport to all the fun SF stuff. Great staff that quickly & pleasantly solved the very minor issues that arose.
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Danielle
Danielle, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2024
Great experience.
Juan G
Juan G, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2024
A typical SF hotel where parking fee is always required and it can be sometimes hard to find parking. There is a parking structure right across from the hotel. The hotel is quaint and small, but its also in front of a crazy busy street. The room itself was cute and small, perfect for 2! We enjoyed how it looked and even enjoyed some of the drinks and snacks they had to offer.
Sovanyda
Sovanyda, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Aug 2024
Historic, low-key chic
Historic yet hip, low-key chic, tranquil design vibes, all of which are a big plus in my book. Kind, friendly staff.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
This is a wonderful old style hotel, but tastefully remodelled. The coffee room in the morning is elegant- from a bygone era. Most of all, the staff and guests were all very friendly. It was really a nice stay, and the prices are very reasonable. Location hard to beat. I'll be back