The Herbert Hotel

City-center hotel within walking distance of Union Square

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March 2026
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April 2026
In the heart of San Francisco, The Herbert Hotel offers a convenient retreat. With laundry facilities, in-room WiFi and concierge services at your fingertips, you'll appreciate the helpful staff praised by previous guests for their exceptional service.
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (3)

  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
CA $116
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6

Room options

Showing 11 of 11 rooms
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Hallway Bathroom

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hallway Bathroom

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Seasonal)

Excellent
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Longterm Stay)

Good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Longterm Stay)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hallway Bathroom Long Term Stay

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hallway Bathroom Seasonal

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Bathroom shower
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Hallway Bathroom Seasonal

Very good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Warfield Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 28 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 36 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 8 min drive
  • 22nd Street Station - 12 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 21 min walk
  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 1 min walk
  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 2 min walk
  • Powell St & Market St Stop - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪John's Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kin Khao - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Herbert Hotel

The Herbert Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Also, Moscone Convention Center and Oracle Park are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk from public transportation: Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop are steps away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 99 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Stratford, 242 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102]
    • Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 75.0 per day

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 fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Shared restrooms are located outside of guestrooms in hallway, and are shared among multiple guests.

Also known as

Herbert Hotel San Francisco
Herbert Hotel
Herbert San Francisco
The Herbert Hotel Hotel
The Herbert Hotel San Francisco
The Herbert Hotel Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Does The Herbert Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Herbert Hotel 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 The Herbert Hotel?

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

Is parking offered on site at The Herbert Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Herbert Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Herbert Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at The Herbert Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (15-min drive) and San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) are both nearby.

What's the area around The Herbert Hotel like?

The Herbert Hotel is in Union Square, a short 1-minute walk from Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop and 10 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.

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The Herbert Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

7.4

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

RoomLocationBathroomService staffShowerBedCitiesValueDeskToilet
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10/10 Exceptional

I rate it excellent because it is a great location and a great value if you have the right price. Very comfortable stay.
Carlet, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! A block away from union square and also Powell St. Bart and muni trains stations. Coffee, restaurants, and bars just steps away.
Gilbert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good stay
Joran, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Price is so reasonable
ALY, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay…
Scot, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Bed and pillows could use a refresh, but things were clean and decent for the price. Annoying that you have to check in on the next block. And you have to be careful to shut the door tightly or you may get followed in by an unsavory character.
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable room with all the basic amenities.
Shahid, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rarely sW the staff as i was on the go, but an excellent lication and room was nice.601. Laundry was great and reasonable as well as nice there were microwaves. Just missing some paper towels or napkins.
Felicia, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

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Christian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean
Owen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great experience and will definitely stay here again.
Tanya, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Our stay was good.
Odette, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Average accommodation, great location, suites our 2 night stay
jill, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

No fuss just simple and great

This hotel offers a nice, clean,comfortable stay with option for private bathroom. It is a great location.
Carlet, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room comfy bed good location I would stay again
J Bentley, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean thank you
Victoria, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Fantastic Location. Very, very clean. Good value for money.
Valerie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean, everything was ok and we felt safe in the Herbert. We would book it again.
Tanja, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A really great stay! Convenient location next to union square, it was really easy to check in and check out, and the hotel was quiet.
Julia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was very clean and in a great location. The room was spotless and comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Irie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms in great shape. Close to food and stuff. Will stay whenever I come to San Francisco.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A very nice budget hotel I would definitely stay again
Johnny, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice room , good place for tourism and business
Abel, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place
Daniel, 4-night trip