White Swan Inn

Hotels
8.9 (1467 reviews)
845 Bush Street , San Francisco , US
+1 415-775-1755

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff
Excellent central location near Union Square
Comfortable beds and spacious rooms
Charming/quirky boutique decor
Fireplaces in rooms and cozy lounge
Afternoon wine/snacks (happy hour)
Included breakfast (convenient)
Warm, welcoming atmosphere
Cons:
Breakfast is basic / could be improved
Some rooms noisy (street-facing)
No air conditioning; temperature control can be difficult
Uncomfortable sofa bed in suite
Elevator is old / tricky to operate
High bathroom threshold (trip hazard)
Lacks washer-dryer
Breakfast missing healthier/varied options (fruit/cheese)

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Generally acceptable but not immaculate — described as comfortable but 'not spankingly fresh' in one review; no major cleanliness complaints.
Service
10
Excellent staff repeatedly noted: 'exceptional', 'very friendly and helpful', smooth check-in and responsive valet — strong positive sentiment across reviews.
Location
9.7
Highly praised: central location, about 5 minutes to Union Square and quiet for the area — reviewers consistently highlighted convenience and good location.
Room Quality
8.6
Mostly positive: comfortable beds, spacious rooms, fireplaces and character; some issues reported (noisy street-facing rooms, very high bathroom threshold, uncomfortable sofa bed).
Amenities
8.8
Good curated amenities noted (afternoon wine/snacks, gas fires, cozy lounges, charming elevator); lacks some modern conveniences (no aircon, no washer-dryer) and the elevator can be difficult.
Value for Money
8.9
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Mixed reviews: breakfast is included and considered adequate by some, but repeatedly described as 'basic', 'a bit sad' or missing options (fruit/cheese/healthier items).
Overall Experience
9.7
Strong overall satisfaction: many guests said they enjoyed their stay, would return, and called the stay 'perfect' or 'very pleasant' — overall sentiment is very positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:15

Property Description

Unique Bed & Breakfast Experience
Indulge in a cozy stay just minutes away from Union Square at White Swan Inn. Each guest room boasts a charming gas fireplace and stylish decor, offering a one-of-a-kind experience.

Deluxe Amenities
Relax in luxury with a stocked mini-refrigerator, flat-screen HDTV, and plush guest robes in every room. Wake up to freshly brewed coffee from your in-room coffee machine.

Personalized Service
Start your day with a delicious breakfast and unwind in the evening with complimentary wine and snacks delivered to your room. Explore the Lion & Bell Library or venture to nearby attractions like Grace Cathedral and Chinatown.

Ready to experience the charm of White Swan Inn? Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

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

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1467 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 10
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.8
Value for Money: 8.9
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Fredrik • couple • se
8
Okey hotel
Pros:

The room was fantastic. So was the breakfast area.

Cons:

Very basic breakfast.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Ines • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Das Frühstück war ausgezeichnet, vielfältig in der Auswahl, sehr gut in der Qualität. Die Lage war zentral, trotzdem waren unsere Zimmer sehr ruhig.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

The comfy beds, quirky old building and furniture, and the fireplaces!

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit sad - would be good to see healthier food / fruit offered

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Marcia • couple • us
9
This is the second time we stayed there and we totally would stay again
Pros:

The staff is exceptional. It is a very charming in. Breakfast is totally adequate. And the wine hour is delightful.

Cons:

The threshold to the bathroom is way too high and needs a transition molding. I stubbed the bottom of my foot and it was quite uncomfortable.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Mary-Anne • couple • nz
8
Charming small hotel, good breakfast and good location
Pros:

Although not spankingly fresh, the hotel has a trendy UK-themed decor and is very comfortable. The gas fires in the bedrooms would be great in the cooler months. The bedroom, bathroom etc were very spacious and well-equipped. Even better would be a washer-dryer and there is enough space for these to be included.

Breakfast had good options, and there is a lovely lounge for reading or relaxing.

Good location just off Powell St, 5 mins walk to Union Square but not as hectic as that.

Cons:

The room fronting Bush St was noisy in the evening, and it was hard to control temperature - no aircon, just a fan and the option to open windows (which we struggled with , these were stuck closed).

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Valeria • couple • it
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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MELISA • couple • tr
9
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Ulrike • couple • de
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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maddalena • couple • it
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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margot • couple • us
8
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Dawid • couple • pl
10
Jesteśmy bardzo zadowoleni. Przywitano nas serdecznie i pomocnie. Dobra lokalizacja, kominek w pokoju i klimatyczne mies
Pros:

Pomocna i zaangażowana obsługa hotelu. Stara klimatyczna winda. Dobra lokalizacja i kominek w pokoju.

Cons:

Śniadania mogłyby być bardziej dopracowane. Nawet jeśli nie ma kuchni to można by postawić majonez do jajek na twardo.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Boris • family_with_children • de
8
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Ulrike • family_with_children • de
8
Pros:

Hotel mit britischem Stil, viele kleine skurrile Details in den gemeinschaftlichen Räumen. Frühstück für amerikanische Verhältnisse gut, es fehlte eigentlich nur Käse. Happy Hour am Kamin am späten Nachmittag mit Wein, Cräckern und Käse. Sehr freundliches, zuvorkommendes Personal.

Cons:

Das Sofabett in der Suite ist sehr unbequem, viel zu dünne Matratze, daher kalt. Das zugehörige Zimmer ist im Erdgeschoss direkt hinter der Rezeption zur Straße, es ist daher leider sowohl von außen laut, als auch von innen, wenn sich jemand an der Rezeption unterhält.

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Tricia • couple • us
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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fabrice • family_with_children • fr
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Denise Rios • solo_traveller • us
10
Very pleasant.
Pros:

Very comfortable and cozy. Staff is friendly and helpful. Nice breakfast and afternoon wine + nibbles.

Cons:

The elevator is a little difficult to operate.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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SU • couple • cn
9
Pros:

The staff was very friendly, check in was smooth and quick. The valet parking was quick and responsive. The included breakfast is a plus, though quite basic. The location is excellent, I felt like everywhere is within the walking distance. We enjoyed our stay here.

Cons:

It's a fairly old building, so you might hear some noise when people moving in the corridor. I'm a light sleeper, so a tiny inconvenience.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • au
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Evaldas • couple • lt
8
Worth to try in the city
Pros:

Interesting old school and fire place in eatch room gives cousy atmoshere
Sitting area is awsome

Cons:

Maybe lacking breakfast

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Olivier • couple • au
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee