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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Lombard Street

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January 2026
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.
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
CA $153
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Resort Fee)

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee)

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
City view
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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 - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 2.9 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
  • ‪El Lopo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cordon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Lo Club - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

When you stay 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

Hotel size

    • 496 rooms
    • Arranged over 26 floors

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

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.

Required at check-in

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

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

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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • 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 newspapers
  • 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 San Pablo Lytton Casino (23-min drive) is 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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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers convenient access to many dining options and has a great on-site restaurant with a bar and food to go. (69 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, easy, and safe with on-site enclosed parking and a secure access system. (114 reviews)
  • The pool was a highlight, offering a great size, heated water, and a nice view. (33 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and friendly staff
Ida, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good parking, nice staff, clean room
Donna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was happy, helpful, efficient
rosalie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great views and friendly front desk.
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cheap parking and comfortable bed and pillows
Kyle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, courteous staff, walking distance to lots of eateries.
Yeimi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and safe. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The dining staff was the best. They made the stay so much more enjoyable.
Jay, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

love the location and cozy feeling
Manijeh, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The front desk staff was super polite and helpful.
Jayma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well located hotel with nice lobby and very friendly staff. Rooms are spacious and clean with nice amenities (coffee, iron, steamer, fridge). Location is great and price is fantastic for San Francisco.
Terri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, nice room, everything was good.
Iretomiwa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s our third time booking this over the course of 2 years and we love it- we got a room on the pool floor this last time and it was the best!
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Hotel was clean.
Erin, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room - friendly - good location
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean hotel. Had a little hiccup with parking, but staff was friendly. Good location.
Corey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean room; friendly staff; great view!
Maximilian, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I chose the location because there was ample parking available. The room was very nice and service was good as well.
Andrew, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location love the hotel
Briana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Great location. Good breakfast!
Shari, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was smaller than I thought but it was nice and clean. Staff was super nice
Jaqueline, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was above average. Staff are excellent. It was a little noisy especially early in the morning. A little dated but location was great.
Mary ellen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were pleased with the hotel allowing us to park and get into our room early. Customer service was good. Room was clean and quiet as requested.
Chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very convenient location to the opera house and close by affordable snacks at whole foods and Starbucks. Perfect location for public transportation. Our room had an incredible city and Marin bay view.
Corinne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, clean, perfect location
Beautiful view
vivian, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Good WiFi.
Alan, 1-night trip