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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Lombard Street

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel is close to Moscone Convention Center and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. Enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers, dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour gym and a bar. The hotel's dining options have left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The current price is CA $182
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(149 reviews)
  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(210 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Resort Fee)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(290 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible) | Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Upgraded, San Francisco City View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(201 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View (Upgraded, San Francisco City View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(222 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Map
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94109

What's nearby

  • Van Ness Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Regency Ballroom - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lombard Street - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 30 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 36 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 41 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 4 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 11 min drive
  • Berkeley Station - 17 min drive
  • California St & Van Ness Ave Stop - 1 min walk
  • California St & Polk St Stop - 2 min walk
  • California St & Larkin St Stop - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Juniper - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cordon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McTeague's Saloon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ti Piacera Ristorante - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Diner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

  • At Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Moscone Convention Center and Pier 39. You can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include an outdoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the pool and comfortable beds. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: California St & Van Ness Ave Stop is steps away and California St & Polk St Stop is 2 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 496 rooms
    • Arranged over 26 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (2 hours per day)
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 55.9 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (20000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 60
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 16 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Recycling

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 38.01 for adults and USD 38.01 for children

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 55.9 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Cashless transactions are available.

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Gateway Holiday Inn

Golden Gateway

Golden Gateway Holiday Inn

Golden Holiday Inn

Holiday Inn Gateway

Holiday Inn Golden

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway Hotel

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway Hotel San Francisco

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway San Francisco

Holiday Inn San Francisco Golden Gateway Hotel San Francisco

San Francisco Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG 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.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 55.9 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (18-min drive) and San Pablo Lytton Casino (23-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG is in Downtown San Francisco, a short 1-minute walk from California St & Van Ness Ave Stop and 18 minutes' walk from Union Square. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.

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Reviews

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9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was clean, well-maintained, and offered a great view, although some guests found it a bit chilly. (56 reviews)
  • The hotel's gym is well-equipped with good machines and weights, and has 24-hour access. (23 reviews)
  • The hotel offers easy access to the airport through convenient public transportation options. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Overall, the location away from Union Square is good. Lots of restaurants within walking distance.
Shawn, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely view, friendly staff, comfortable bed and pillows
Edna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff was very friendly.
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The view from our room on the 23rd floor was amazing! Our bed faced large windows and we had a great city view day and night. We also ate several times at the restaurant and enjoyed good meals.
Margo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice location and condition was great
Jon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Quick trip one night stay. Comfy, clean hotel with parking and lots of food options around.
Shannon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean n comfty. Enjoyed my stay
Shronda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was not included but available. Rooms clean and with a beautiful view. Staff very very nice and helpful.
Consuelo, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, great location
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great. Beautiful seating. My son loved the pool.
Robin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff!!
Cecilia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

hotel was very clean, staff was friendly and knowledgeable.
Rafeal, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view, comfortable beds, clean roomss. great staff, and great food.
Deena, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was exceptional from the customer service to the cleanliness of the room.
Abena, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location!
Socrates, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location, easy in/out parking, clean room
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a great view, staff was friendly, clean rooms
Laritza, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and updated rooms, nice city and bay views, friendly and helpfull staff, good price
todd, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Our time spent here was great! Close to everything we needed! Staff was great!
Nui, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room , nice staff
BLANCA PATRICIA JUAN, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great location
Rachael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and a great location
Tonya, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great, it’s close to lots of attractions with upscale neighborhoods. Hotel services are excellent with friendly and charming staffs. Room is spacious and clean, well kept. I enjoyed my stay at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway a lot.
Tuyet-Van, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was vey clean and the staff was very friendly and professional.
Maurkesha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay at the Golden Gate IHG. Clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and an excellent location for getting around San Francisco. Would definitely stay here again.
Jesus, 1-night trip