Grant Plaza Hotel

Hotels
7.3 (932 reviews)
465 Grant Avenue , San Francisco , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Coffee Shop on site
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness
Room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
6.51
Some reviews mention the hotel being outdated and not very clean.
Service
7.98
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.02
The location is highly praised in many reviews for its convenience.
Room Quality
5.97
Several reviews mention small and uncomfortable rooms.
Amenities
7
Basic amenities are available, but some guests expected more.
Value for Money
7.46
Good value given the location, albeit with some drawbacks.
Food and Beverage
7.01
Limited mentions but seemed satisfactory for a short stay.
Overall Experience
7.48
Guests have mixed feelings but generally find it acceptable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 05:50

Property Description

Historic Charm in Chinatown
Located at the gateway to San Francisco’s Chinatown, Grant Plaza Hotel offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern amenities. The traditional rooms with wood furniture and spacious windows provide a cozy retreat after a day of exploring the bustling city.

Convenient Services
Guests at Grant Plaza Hotel can enjoy complimentary WiFi and access to a 24-hour desk service for all their needs. The hotel also offers convenient services such as ironing facilities, sewing kits, and toothbrushes upon request. Additionally, fax service and an internet station are available to cater to business or leisure travelers.

Explore the City
With its central location, guests can easily explore the vibrant Union Square shops and cafes just a short walk away. For entertainment seekers, the Masonic Auditorium is within walking distance, offering live performances and special events.

Book your stay at Grant Plaza Hotel for a memorable San Francisco experience!

Important information:

Roll-away beds are in limited supply and are available upon request.

**Please include expected time of arrival in the comments section of the booking form.**

Please note: Hotel has the right to pre-authorize credit card at the time of booking.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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 35.91 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for US$15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 932 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.51
Service: 7.98
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 5.97
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 7.01
Overall Experience: 7.48
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Sharon • solo_traveller • au
10
Staff were friendly, place was clean and well serviced
Pros:

Location was perfect. We felt very safe

Cons:

Beds and pillows weren’t awesome but acceptable

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Carly • family_with_children • us
6
good location,don't expect much
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

Terrible, hard beds, rough towels. Thin walls.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Sohil • solo_traveller • in
5
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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celia • couple • es
7
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Angelica • family_with_children • cr
10
Falta cafe
Pros:

La ubicacion

Cons:

No habia cafe

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • family_with_children • co
9
Pros:

Su ubicacion

Cons:

No tiene desayuno..

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Franham • couple • br
8
2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Danae • couple • mx
9
Tranquilo y con gente amable
Pros:

La ubicación esta excelente porque es entrando a Chinatown, de ahí pudimos recorrer muchos lugares a pie y las estaciones de transporte estaban cerca.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Ben • solo_traveller • au
7
If you can get past that it's an old hotel, it's great value for money in a great location.
Pros:

The location and the service are the best aspects of the hotel. Easy access to Chinatown and the nice areas of SF.

Cons:

No air-con was pretty rough in the heat, and the lack of some amenities, such as coffee/tea/fridge in the rooms means you need to adapt your habits. I recognise it's an old hotel though, and there's limited space for it all.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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jean¨HONORE • couple • fr
8
agréable
Pros:

bon emplacement, dont le câble car proche. le quartier chinois sympa. la chambre était bien et propre. ca va bien

Cons:

le prix est un peu cher, pas moyen d ouvrir la fenêtre en entier et la vue sur la cour intérieur n est pas des plus idéale.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Rosa Maria • family_with_children • br
10
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Eliana S RUSSI • family_with_children • br
8
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Mehlam • couple • us
5
If you're traveling solo on a shoestring budget and ok with a old, musty hotel then consider it.
Pros:

Musty odor in the rooms. No central air conditioning. I had to borrow an air freshener from the front desk and keep all the room windows open. The room was clean, but it was small, carpets & wall paint were old and worn out. The bathroom & shower stall were tiny. This is an old hotel that has not been updated in a while. The location is great and for what hotels cost in San Francisco during the week of RSA conference, it was fine, but I'd not stay there again.

Cons:

Everything :)

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • us
5
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • au
7
2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Shawn • couple • us
10
Pros:

Perfect location near everything

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Julio • extended_group • gt
7
Good value option for RSA event
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, price

Cons:

Room was smaller than the one I had last year, elevator was out of service several times during my stay

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • us
7
Good location
Pros:

Good location and kind staff. Everything was clean.

Cons:

The bed was like a rock and the room was very small.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee