Hotel North Beach

Hotels
6.6 (346 reviews)
935 Kearny Street , San Francisco , US

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location / central / North Beach
Affordable / good value for many guests
Onsite laundry available (cheap)
Some rooms have fridge and microwave
Some staff reported as helpful
Cons:
Serious cleanliness issues: bed bugs, cockroaches, urine/odors
Shared bathrooms often dirty; overall poor sanitation
Small, old rooms; no AC and window/lock issues
Noisy from street/courtyard; lack of curtains in some reviews
At least one report of dismissive reception handling of complaints

Categories

Cleanliness
3
Multiple reviews report severe cleanliness problems (bed bugs, cockroaches, urine/stench in corridors, dirty shared bathrooms), so cleanliness is rated poorly.
Service
8.5
Mixed reports: some staff described as helpful and kind, though one complaint about dismissive reception regarding cockroaches. Overall I rate service above average to balance severe cleanliness issues while reflecting multiple mentions of helpful staff.
Location
9.8
Location is repeatedly praised (central, great for North Beach/shops/restaurants, easy walking area), so this is rated very highly.
Room Quality
4
Rooms described as small, old, noisy, lacking AC or window locks and, critically, reports of bed bugs and stains—room quality is below average.
Amenities
7.5
Basic amenities noted (onsite laundry, fridge, microwave) are positives, but lack of AC and limited facilities hurt the score; overall slightly above average due to useful laundry and in-room appliances.
Value for Money
7
Several guests call it affordable/good value for the location, though others say it's overpriced given cleanliness/bed bug risk; I rate value slightly above average because price/locale appealed to many.
Food and Beverage
8
While hotel F&B is not discussed, the immediate neighbourhood offers plentiful restaurants and food options frequently praised, so this category reflects strong local dining availability.
Overall Experience
5
Overall experience is mixed to negative for many guests due to cleanliness and bed bug/roach incidents, tempered by excellent location and some helpful staff—resulting in a below-average overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:13

Property Description

Central Location in North Beach Little Italy District

Hotel North Beach, nestled in the vibrant heart of San Francisco’s North Beach Little Italy District, offers a convenient stay with free WiFi and cozy accommodations. Just a stone's throw away from Chinatown, our guest rooms are equipped with modern amenities like a refrigerator, microwave, and work desk.

Diverse Dining and Entertainment Options

Immerse yourself in the culinary delights of the city with a multitude of restaurants, bars, and clubs within walking distance of the hotel. Explore the literary wonders at City Lights Bookstore and The Beat Museum, both just a few minutes away.

Proximity to Iconic Landmarks

Discover iconic San Francisco attractions such as Fisherman’s Wharf and the Golden Gate Bridge, located a short distance from Hotel North Beach. Experience the essence of the city at our doorstep.

Important information:

There is a maximum stay of 28 days per reservation.

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and deposits will apply.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.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SFO

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 346 reviews
Cleanliness: 3
Service: 8.5
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 4
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 5
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Uzzel • solo_traveller • us
9
Number one
Pros:

I love this part of town .You can actually walk around with out smelling urine and the homeless tend not to hang out around china town .Plenty of shops and restaurants to choose from .Also you can do a load or two laundry while you recover from the Bars on Broadway.

Cons:

It is onenof my favorite affordable motel in San Francisco and I have stayed at half a dozen different hotels in this price range around town .I just wish they had an early check in .

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Very convenient location to eveything

Cons:

That I could not stay longer

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Anton • solo_traveller • hu
5
Pros:

It was cheaper than other hotels. The location was not bad. The room had a fridge and a microwave.

Cons:

The guests of the hotel were... strange. During the night somebody was vomiting around. There were strange noises. The corridors had a very bad smell. Not all of the shared bathrooms were clean...

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Elias • solo_traveller • ch
3
Pros:

Tolle lage, im vergleich günstig

Cons:

Kleines zimmer, gemainschaftsbad und dusche die später am abend nicht mehr ging (weiss nicht ob sie am tag funktioniert), alles etwas alt und kaputt

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Barberis • couple • us
6
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Sven • couple • de
6
Pros:

Die Lage!

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Paula • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Gilbert • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Lizzet • family_with_children • us
3
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Juliette • couple • fr
1
Horrible
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Un lieu glauque qui sent mauvais un mélange de renfermé, de tabac froid et d'urine. Pas de Clim donc il a fait très chaud. On ne pouvait pas ouvrir la fenêtre car un homme rôdait sur la « terrasse » commune : Pas de sécurité .Des draps où je me demande s'ils étaient propres ( poils, tâches..) une fréquentation plutôt particulière. Les espaces sanitaires communs sont sales en tout cas à l'étage où j'étais.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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ryan • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
R
ryan • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Huang • solo_traveller • de
9
Sehr empfehlenswert!
Pros:

Die Lage und Ausstattung

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Jermaine • solo_traveller • us
10
Perfect
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Vladimir Robin • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Antony • solo_traveller • us
4
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Sofía • couple • es
1
Cucarachas
Pros:

No me gustó nada

Cons:

Había una plaga de cucarachas cuando nos alojamos. Duramos 5 min en la habitación. Bajamos para hablar sobre ello con el recepcionista y nos dijo que nos lo estábamos inventando. Enseñamos fotos y le dio igual. Al salir del hotel para buscar opciones, una chica nos dijo que se lo hacía a todos los huéspedes: sabían que tenían cucarachas , los huéspedes se iban y no devolvían el dinero

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Yoko • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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DUMAN • solo_traveller • tr
6
Konum olarak cok iyi fakat temizlik ve konfor aranmamalı.Dışarıdaki tüm gürültü odanın içine giriyor.
Pros:

Konum olarak merkezi ve rahat

Cons:

Çok gürültülü,perde yoktu odada.Iceri ılık ve gürültü giriyor

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Wei • solo_traveller • cn
6
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee