Hotel Spero, Vignette Collection by IHG

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Vignette Collection
7.9 (797 reviews)
405 Taylor Street , San Francisco , US
+1 415-885-2500

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location / walking distance to attractions
Friendly and helpful staff (when not affected by strikes)
Clean or cozy rooms reported by many guests
Good value for money (frequently mentioned)
Complimentary coffee/tea in the lobby
Cons:
Rooms small and somewhat outdated
Staff strikes and noisy protests during some stays
No parking available
Missing or limited in-room supplies (toiletries, water, towels)
Nearby homelessness / street noise; protesters outside

Categories

Cleanliness
7
Mixed reports — several guests described clean, comfortable rooms while others reported unclean carpets and rooms not serviced during staff strikes.
Service
7.2
Mixed: staff are often described as friendly and helpful, but multiple reviews report strikes, dismissive responses and unprofessional handling of complaints.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised as excellent downtown location within walking distance of attractions; some reviews note noise and nearby homeless/protester activity.
Room Quality
6.5
Rooms frequently described as small and somewhat dated; a few guests found rooms cozy or spacious but overall size and outdated decor are common negatives.
Amenities
8
Positive mentions of complimentary coffee/tea in the lobby and generally well-maintained rooms, but lacks parking and some guests noted no buffet breakfast.
Value for Money
9.8
Many guests explicitly called it good value for the money; a minority felt it did not justify the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast is available but not always served buffet-style as expected by some guests; a few reports of limited in-room supplies (no water, missing toiletries).
Overall Experience
8.2
Generally positive due to location and value, but strikes, noise, and dated/small rooms negatively impacted some stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:11

Property Description

Luxurious Eco-Friendly Landmark Hotel in Downtown San Francisco

Chic and Comfortable Rooms
Indulge in the natural light streaming through large windows in the colourful air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Spero. Relax in the rejuvenating glass enclosed shower or tub and enjoy modern amenities like a 50-inch TV, plush bathrobes, and a mini-refrigerator.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and locally brewed beers at Jasper's Corner Tap & Kitchen, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start your day with a delightful cup of coffee offered by the hotel.

Convenient Amenities and Services
Stay productive with the 24-hour gym and business centre, equipped with fax and photocopying services. Explore the city easily with the hotel's proximity to Union Square, Chinatown, and the Powell Street BART Metro Station.

Book your stay at Hotel Spero for an unforgettable San Francisco experience.

Important information:

Please note, the hotel will authorise USD 100 on the credit card used to guarantee booking.

Tips and gratuities are not included in the Guest Amenity Fee.

The guest amenities fee includes the following amenities:
- WiFi
- Local telephone calls
- Business center access

If additional guests are staying in the room additional breakfast can be purchased:
Adult: $25 per day
Children 12 and under: $12.50 per day

On-site parking is not available directly at the hotel. Guests may conveniently park at the nearby Mason O'Farrell Garage, located less than one block away at 325 Mason Street, or at other parking facilities in the area. Please note that all nearby parking facilities are independently owned and operated, and parking rates and availability vary.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

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 43.71
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Room Max Guests Number: 4
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: Yes
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 797 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 7.2
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 9.8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Alex • couple • us
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • couple • us
1
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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savanna • couple • us
6
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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René • couple • ca
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Javed • solo_traveller • qa
8
Overall excellent hotel for the money
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Rooms a bit small

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Yau Sun • family_with_children • hk
5
Good location
Pros:

Good location but the infrastructure is quite a long time ago, certainly it lags behind the latest standard of modern hotel.

Cons:

Old fashioned

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Nathanael • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • extended_group • au
10
Everything was great
Pros:

Everything was great

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Mishal • couple • sa
6
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • us
9
Pleasant stay
Pros:

Great location in the heart of town. Staff was friendly, coffee/tea service in the lobby was a nice touch. Room was on the small side, but thoughtfully appointed.

Cons:

The room wasn't ready even though it was past check-in time when we arrived. Location was good, but be prepared to hear the noises of the city during the night.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Javier • couple • us
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • it
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Hovhannes • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Mika • family_with_children • us
8
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Bruno • solo_traveller • be
7
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Nataliya • family_with_children • ua
9
Pros:

Perfect hotel downtown, in a walking distance to all the places of interest and landmarks , good breakfast you have to order it on the menu even when included. Complementary tea, coffee in the lobby.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Pavlos • solo_traveller • cy
8
Really good value for money, close to amenities.
Pros:

Spacious room, well maintained, helpful staff.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Eirini • solo_traveller • at
10
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Daria • family_with_children • us
10
Все доброжелательные, приятная атмосфера отеля , удобное расположение
Pros:

Очень удобное расположение отеля , вежливый персонал , любые мои просьбы исполнялись мгновенно . Чистый номер , все удобно , комфортно. Обязательно вернусь

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Kamila • couple • us
10
Perfect cozy and clean room
Pros:

How cozy it was

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee