The Pickwick Hotel

Hotels
Independent
7.8 (295 reviews)
85 5th St, San Francisco, California, 94103 , San Francisco , US

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Elevator
Fitness facilities
ATM/banking
Golfing nearby
Safe-deposit box at front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
5.88
Rooms were reported as not clean, with issues in the bathroom.
Service
9.85
Staff were consistently described as very helpful and friendly.
Location
9.39
Perfect location near various transportation options and Union Square.
Room Quality
7.34
Rooms were described as outdated and small with a need for upgrades.
Amenities
6.87
Basic amenities were lacking, including no shampoo or food options.
Value for Money
8.33
Decent value for a central location, but overall needs improvements.
Food and Beverage
6.88
Limited food options mentioned; restaurant availability is a plus.
Overall Experience
7.85
Overall experience was mixed due to service and location overcoming cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 03:01

Property Description

Welcome to The Pickwick Hotel, your perfect urban retreat in the heart of San Francisco!

Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in one of our 192 air-conditioned rooms, each featuring premium bedding, flat-screen TVs, and modern conveniences like refrigerators. Enjoy a restful night's sleep on our pillowtop beds, ensuring you wake refreshed for your adventures.

Dining and Refreshments
Savor delicious meals in our onsite restaurant and unwind at the bar/lounge with your favorite drink. Whether you're grabbing a quick snack from the vending machine or enjoying a satisfying meal, we cater to all your cravings.

Convenient Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access throughout the hotel, and make use of our business center. With self-parking available and a prime location near attractions like Union Square and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, The Pickwick Hotel is your ideal base for exploring the city.

Book your stay today and experience the best of San Francisco!

Important information:

  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 295 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.88
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 7.34
Amenities: 6.87
Value for Money: 8.33
Food and Beverage: 6.88
Overall Experience: 7.85
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nikkijU2634SJ Family
10
Great experience at the Pickwick!
Pros:

I took my daughter for her sweet 16 to see Billie Eilish at the Chase center. The staff were very helpful in giving directions using Muni to and from venue. When we got back, the front desk helped my daughter make Mac and cheese and they were so nice!!!! Rooms are old and need upgrading, but the beds are super comfortable and the staff is excellent!!

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
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Orlando family
10
Pros:

Nice stay

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
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robert
4
Pros:

Kinda clean cept for the mold in the bathroom. Says they have breakfast, what they mean is there is a place to buy breakfast down the street. Says the have a bar / lounge, what they mean is there is a bar/ lounge next door open sometimes... Not what i was expecting.

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
P
Ponraja
6
Pros:

The room temperature was hot 🔥

2025-10-11 via Nuitee
G
Gabrielle
8
Pros:

I like staying at the Pickwick because it is so convienient for the areas that I need to go... right on bus route 14. The cleaning staff were wonderful. The restaurant is good.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
S
Saddam
10
Pros:

Everything is good.

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
J
Joseph
10
Pros:

Great place

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
M
Michael
8
Cheap, cheerful, fine for a budget traveler
Pros:

Staff is great, room is cheap (budget) condition carpet and paint and quite dated, and a bit noisy. However for a cheap safe place to stay in S.F. it is fine. It is not a honeymoon destination by any stretch. But fine for a business traveler or student on a tight budget.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Mariabarb Solo travel London, England
8
Perfect location.
Pros:

The Pickwick Hotel is 3 mins walk to the Cable Car of Powell St and the Bart Station and to many different Bus stops. The hotel is clean and nice lounge area. There is a restaurant in the hotel and many more just a stroll away. If I will go back to SF I will stay in this hotel again.

2025-10-08 via Tripadvisor
M
Mauricio
6
Pros:

I did not like it because they charge parking

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
M
Mitchell
4
Pros:

The floor I stayed on smelled like urine...Someone had urinated in the hallway....One of the elevators was broken for several days....I would not stay at this hotel again.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
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EUGENE family
8
Pros:

Staff was very helpful.
Inexpensive cleaning around doors and carpet could have been better.

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
A
Adrian
10
Pros:

Super chill and comfortable and easy for the location and price. Marie was a great cleaning person and the staff was hospitable and attentive.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
K
Kwok Hung
10
Pros:

Good

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
G
Glenn
4
Pros:

Old plumbing

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
A
Arona friends
10
Pros:

Great place to stay. Thank you.

2025-10-05 via Nuitee
E
Edgar family
6
Pros:

Hotel is clean and nice looking but there is Lots of homeless in the area, and showers are nit that friendly

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
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Peter
10
Pros:

No services on the hotel but lots nearby. Nice staff old school charm. Small but expected at this location and price point.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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Sina
2
So terrible
Pros:

My stay was so bad. Their service was terrible, they knocked my door twice in the morning and brought something I never requested.
The iron was completely broken and missing a piece. The shower was nasty and dirty. The water in the was running weirdly, I couldn’t close the bottom to have strong flow on top. The drain of shower was completely plugged up, each time water was staying there to my shin.
I am so disappointed and want compensation for my terrible stay.

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
E
Earle Ross
8
Pros:

Within walking distance of all the things I was interested in.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee