Hotel Sausalito

Hotels
8.6 (541 reviews)
16 El Portal , Sausalito , us
+1 415-332-0700

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Dry cleaning
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Excellent views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from construction
Check-in policy concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.85
The building was reported as old and not clean as expected.
Service
9.35
Many reviews praised the staff's friendliness and welcoming nature.
Location
9.35
Multiple reviews highlighted the great location in the heart of town.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were described as excellent and charming, but some issues with pillow quality were noted.
Amenities
8.85
Facilities were standard for this hotel tier, with good parking options.
Value for Money
7.35
Some reviews felt the hotel was expensive compared to expectations.
Food and Beverage
8.85
No direct comments were made about food and beverage, considered standard.
Overall Experience
8.85
Guests reported an overall good experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 09:32

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Sausalito

Nestled in Sausalito, Hotel Sausalito offers a picturesque retreat just 1.6 km from Schoonmaker Beach.

Luxurious Amenities

Indulge in comfort with allergy-free rooms, free WiFi, and a lovely terrace to unwind.

Modern Comfort

Each room features a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms even boast a cozy seating area.

Convenient Location

Explore nearby attractions like Ghirardelli Square and Alcatraz, all within a short distance from the hotel.

Experience tranquility and convenience at Hotel Sausalito.

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.
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.
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

8.6
Based on 541 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.85
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 7.35
Food and Beverage: 8.85
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Joshua • extended_group • us
8
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location, historical building, decor.

Cons:

Noise from the street and refrigerator

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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stevan • couple • us
7
Pros:

No breakfast

Cons:

Bed was very hard , traffic loud

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Rick • couple • us
10
Very convenient and comfortable.
Pros:

Super location, walking distance to many shops, restaurants & ferry.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Saad • couple • us
10
Overall, it's an excellent boutique hotel with a beautiful view and reasonable price.
Pros:

This is a boutique hotel with a limited number of rooms. The location is ideal for Sausalito, next to the ferry with beautiful ocean view and view of the peninsula. The staff are very friendly, and the service is excellent. The rooms are spacious, and the view is gorgeous.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • us
10
The hotel is a bit quaint but very clean and in an excellent location. I would totally recommend it.
Pros:

EXCELLENT location. Right at the ferry dock. The parking was a little expensive ($30 a day) but having a space for my whole visit (4 days) was so worth it because parking in Sausalito is impossible. The hotel is a bit quirky. There are reproduction paintings of old French artists in the hallways, each lit with its own light but that just adds to the old fashioned ambience. The building dates to 1915. Everything was little dated, not luxe, but extremely clean. Comfortable bed. I had a refrigerator, which was not advertised, and that was very helpful.

Cons:

There was no one at the front desk for my whole stay (4 days). There was someone to check me in and then I didn’t see anybody again. You have to call a number to get someone. I didn’t need anything but I trust their system works.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • us
10
Thank you, Robin and staff.
Pros:

I love small boutique hotels, but many bank on a few features, such as location or view and leave other important details unattended. Hotel Sausalito had every amenity I needed and it did not cost me an arm and a leg.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Rhett • couple • us
8
Old classic hotel in a good spot. A bit pricey (like the whole town)
Pros:

Old classic decorations and location in the center of town.

Cons:

A bit noisy on the street side rooms and room temp control. Fairly pricey.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Marla • couple • us
10
Robin is the best front desk manager.
Pros:

The location is perfect for visiting Sausalito.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Rasmus • solo_traveller • dk
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jielu • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

The front desk lady is very helpful. The location is excellent.

Cons:

None

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • family_with_children • us
10
Always a great stay. Have been coming here for years!
Pros:

Lovely little hotel. Great location!

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Helene • couple • us
10
Lovely
Pros:

Location and Robin’s friendliness

Cons:

Rooms a bit small but very quaint

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Lyle • couple • us
8
Pros:

Wonderful location.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Kerry • couple • us
7
Excellent location!
Pros:

Location was excellent. Parking was adjacent and the hotel offered a discount.

Cons:

Historical properties always have their downfalls. This property seemed well maintained, but the sink drained very slowly and the air-conditioning didn’t blow cold (it was unusual to be so warm in Sausalito that you needed AC in the first place, but when you need it, it should work) it’s located above a popular restaurant so there is lots of street noise, including very early in the morning for Street Sweeping, delivery trucks, etc. When the desk staff were there, they were friendly and helpful.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • us
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
9
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • us
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Justin • couple • us
7
Revamped shoreside hotel provides exceptional location to explore Sausalito by foot.
Pros:

Great location, room with bayside view, market fair on weekend.

Cons:

Carpet very dirty, walls let every sound in, early morning business noise.

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee