Holiday Inn San Francisco - Golden Gateway newly renovated with No Resort Fee

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Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.3 (5981 reviews)
1500 Van Ness Avenue , San Francisco , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly location
Comfortable beds
Good views
Cons:
Expensive breakfast
Parking fees
Rude staff

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Multiple reviews noted that some rooms were dusty and towels were rough.
Service
8.88
Front desk staff received mixed feedback, but many reviewers mentioned friendliness.
Location
9.12
Location was praised for convenience and accessibility to attractions.
Room Quality
7.67
Issues reported with room size and decor; some rooms did not match reservations.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities such as fitness center and pool were well-received, with some complaints about parking.
Value for Money
8.06
Mixed feedback on pricing, particularly around breakfast costs and parking.
Food and Beverage
7.71
Breakfast was noted as expensive, impacting the value perception.
Overall Experience
8.58
Overall stay was enjoyable for most, with several minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 13:15

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

City Convenience and Relaxation

Explore San Francisco with Ease

Book your stay now at the Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway for a perfect blend of city exploration and relaxation. Enjoy breathtaking city or bay views from your spacious room equipped with modern amenities. Stay fit at the 24-hour fitness centre or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With the iconic cable car system nearby, visiting top attractions like Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Chinatown is a breeze. Don't miss out on the convenience and comfort this hotel has to offer - reserve your room today!

Important information:

SF Big Bus stop number 9 and California Street Cable Car stop.
Self-parking is available at an additional cost. Please contact the property for details.
Please note that all breakfast-included rates include a breakfast credit for 2 guests.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 49 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 5981 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.88
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 7.71
Overall Experience: 8.58
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Fidel • couple • us
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Michal • family_with_children • cz
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Goran • solo_traveller • be
5
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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pathak • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Adolfo • family_with_children • ar
6
Pros:

La ubicacion

Cons:

Al ingreso exigen un depósito de u$s 400 y al retirarte te dicen que lo acreditarán en la tarjeta en 10 días. Totalmente arbitrario e Injusto, además de tener que confiar en la devolución.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • hu
10
Jó szálloda, valódi kontinentális reggelivel
Pros:

A látnivalók és a tömegközlekedés szempontjából szuper helyen található. Fedett parkoló (45$/nap), medence a 6. emeleten, mosoda, konditerem, ételautomaták, bár, hatalmas közösségi helyiségek, nagy étterem. A reggeli amerikai viszonylatban kiemelkedően jó (zöldség, oliva, sajtok, gyümölcsök, joghurt, bacon, kolbászkák, tojás stb. és persze az elmaradhatatlan palacsinta és gofri igényes feltétekkel (tejszínhab, áfonya, eper). Arra viszont figyelni kell, hogy a reggelit tartalmazó foglalás csak 2 főre vonatkozik. 12 éves kor alatt ingyeses, de felette 35$/fő/nap. Az étterem személyzete különösen kedves és segítőkész, de mindenki más is az volt.

Cons:

A Bookingon nem lehetett jól látni a plusz reggeli költségeket. A parkolás díja magas, de ez az egész városra jellemző, nem lehet kikerülni.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Nishchay Angel • family_with_children • de
7
okay stay, wont recommend
Pros:

the location is prime, very close to all good restaurants and shopping areas, can basically walk to the union square, golden gate bridge part of it is visible from the room if you are on the high floors. checkin was fast. buffet breakfast has a good spread, is expensive but good. Loved the begian waffles!

Cons:

At onluine booking the hotel asked me to choose double bed or twin beds and even though i selected twin beds, at checkin they casually told me that it was a preference and nopt a fixed decision on the beds so they can only offer double bed (which was not done!) I mean if you ask for preference, you must provider it or make it clear, I woudnt have booked this hotel and gone somewhere else. The staff at checkin was also not helpful in this regard. The location of AC in the room is also weird as the wind draft is directly on your face. Sensitive people can get cold due to this. I did. Overall not happy even though the brand holiday inn is good and have stayed at other properties from them before. this one was not upto the standards and the tariff charged (200+ USD a night)

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Bihter Seyhan • couple • au
3
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • pl
10
Cisza i komfort
Pros:

Wybór hotelu to był strzał w 10! Tak wygodnego łóżka i poduszek jeszcze nigdy nie miałam. Pokój bardzo przestronny, codziennie sprzątany, wymieniane ręczniki, uzupełniane kapsułki z kawą i herbatą. Siłownia wewnętrzna zaopatrzona w dystrybutor z wodą. Na parkingu podziemnym zawsze było miejsce, choć byliśmy w sezonie wysokim. Supermarkety spożywcze tuż obok. Cisza i komfort.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Oscar • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Kathleen • family_with_children • us
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Francois • extended_group • fr
8
Overall , excellent stay in SF, great experience and very attentive staff. I'll be back :=)
Pros:

Location is excellent , easy access to downtown , freeways , touristic sites. A block away from Polk street which is a very active street with restaurants , bars and shops.

Cons:

My room interior design was a bit dated but clean and included all necessary items...and amazing view of the city !!!!! .
I would have enjoyed ( my suggestions) :
Hard floor floors rather than carpet which is more sanitary
better coffee machine and coffee ground quality
More modern shades/blinds
Updated bathrooms

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sawa • family_with_children • pl
8
Po prostu w porządku
Pros:

Hotel dobrze zlokalizowany , czysty , śniadania w porządku

Cons:

Stary ale odnowiony hotel

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Rao • couple • ae
8
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Parking and charges are too much. 55 $ for just to ok a car overnight

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sandrine • family_with_children • be
8
Bon point de départ dans San Francisco pour les visites :)
Pros:

Situation, petit déjeuner

Cons:

Lit un peu étroit

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Eldien Gale • couple • us
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jonas • solo_traveller • lt
6
Pros:

location

Cons:

they say it is renovated, but it is like a trip 25 years back in time, also the beds are super small

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • solo_traveller • pe
10
Pros:

La cama era súper cómoda

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Roger • solo_traveller • us
10
Outstanding!
Pros:

The room was very clean and huge. The location was excellent for anywhere you want to go.

Cons:

none

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Muamer • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee