Hayes Valley Inn

Hotels
7.8 (476 reviews)
417 Gough Street , San Francisco , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean common areas
Good value
Cons:
Cold rooms
Limited on-site support
Noisy environment

Categories

Cleanliness
7.05
The room was clean but some areas may need deep cleaning.
Service
8.55
The staff was friendly and helpful with quick responses.
Location
9.05
The location is superb and in a vibrant neighborhood.
Room Quality
6.55
Rooms were described as cold and smaller than expected.
Amenities
7.55
Shared washroom and limited amenities but cozy common areas.
Value for Money
8.05
Reasonable prices for the location and stay.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Dining area is pleasant but lacks variety in services.
Overall Experience
7.55
Good experience but affected by cold room temperatures.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 01:18

Property Description

Charming Inn in the Heart of Hayes Valley

Convenient Location: Situated in the vibrant Hayes Valley neighbourhood, Hayes Valley Inn is a short stroll away from iconic attractions like the San Francisco War Memorial Opera House and City Hall.

Cozy Accommodations: All rooms feature complimentary WiFi and convenient shared bathrooms, providing a comfortable stay for guests.

Exploration at Your Doorstep: Immerse yourself in the local culture with boutique shopping, art galleries, and cafes just steps away. For those looking to explore further, the Asian Art Museum and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are a quick drive from the inn.

Experience the best of San Francisco at Hayes Valley Inn - book your stay now!

Important information:

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 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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Groups

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 476 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.05
Service: 8.55
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 6.55
Amenities: 7.55
Value for Money: 8.05
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 7.55
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Clélia • couple • fr
10
parfait
Pros:

la proximité et le prix

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Jesús • solo_traveller • es
6
Pros:

El respeto de las personas alojadas en el.hotel y que te pusieran el café, te y cacao

Cons:

Que ponia que era con cocina y lo único que tenía era un microondas tostadora y cafetera , pero pudimos arreglarnos para cenas y desayunos .

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Marcus • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Coline • couple • fr
7
Super séjour, rapport qualité prix au top !
Pros:

j'ai beaucoup aimé la localisation, le prix attractif et la salle partagée pour manger !

Cons:

Le lit est petit et on entend les gens dehors, il s'agit d'un vieille hotel donc on ne s'attendait pas à une super isolation.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Helena • couple • us
4
Great location. Good rooms. Consider having a plan B place to stay if contactless check-in fails.
Pros:

The room was very nice. The ceiling fan was plenty to keep us cool but in baking hot weather guests should know there's no AC. The eating area is beautiful and the guests while we were there kept it clean. The cleaning staff were the best kind of hospitable and the rooms were immaculate.

Cons:

The "contactless" Hotel check in process was dreadful . . . so little contact that we almost couldn't get in at all. Locked front door. No reply to the listed phone number and no call back in response to two messages left with the listed number. No response to the doorbell either even though it turned out there was someone in "reception" in the kitchen. The building has NO STAFF on site at all over the weekend.
By contrast, once we were inside the building the "contactless" room key worked very well.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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IVAN DARIO • couple • co
1
Pésimo
Pros:

Lo único bueno es la ubicación

Cons:

La llave no me funcionó estuve 4 horas esperando para entrar, bastantes indigentes, hay mal olor en el lugar, no pude ingresar, hay ruidos de noche, las llaves no sirven,

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alexandre • solo_traveller • fr
3
Pros:

Great location, nice shared kitchen.

Cons:

It's actually a hostel. The shared bathroom is very small and old. Very loud vent noise in the room (I think there is a restaurant vent or something just outside the window). Zero acoustic isolation between rooms.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Carlo • solo_traveller • no
6
It's 2* for a reason. Don't expect more. But it's clean and cheap.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Could not connect to wifi

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Ira • extended_group • us
9
2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
• extended_group • ca
1
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Monika • solo_traveller • us
2
Usually enjoy staying there but not this time because we froze the whole two days.
Pros:

I like the dining room and the room is clean.

Cons:

It was freezing cold. No extra blankets and even sitting in the dining room you had to wear a warm jacket.

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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Lay • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-12-26 • via Nuitee
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mark • solo_traveller • us
10
Reliable and comfortable and my frequent home away from home. A little secret in San Francisco.
Pros:

Hayes Valley Inn has become my go-to for my frequent trips for a night or two in SF. Moving far up the coast after many years in 'the city, " I need a comfortable, reliable, and cost-effective place to stay. The location is superb and familiar. The public parking garage is a short walk away. It's never packed or crowded in hallways or at the venue, and is a very similar place to a wonderful European guesthouse. The common areas are amazing. from just a place to sit on a sofa or spend time in a greater space with a refrigerator, kitchen, and view of the hustle outside the window and below, and tables and space to work, spread out, or just enjoy the often interesting other folks at the place. The price is amazing. And while the rooms are small and do not have a private bathroom, the bathroom and shower rooms are private and like a European hotel. It's reliable and my home away from home. The staff I pass, housekeeping, are lovely and helpful. It took a while to get used to the remote and phone check-in with open key and not the ready access f help on the premises, but I am used to it now, and it's reliable. And right outside the door is the awesome hustle and bustle of one of the best neighborhoods in San Francisco. Thank you, Hayes Valley Inn. I give this spot a 10 but I don't want it to get too popular. :) It's like a secret.

Cons:

I would like a bit more comfort in the remote check-in process, just in case I need on-the-spot help. Perhaps, an on-site person in case of a problem like getting locked out or not having signal on my phone, to solve an issue. Something where I can rely on the comfort of having an immediate answer to something that may come up, or even a hotline with immediate support

2025-12-18 • via Nuitee
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Alisa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Clean and comfortable for a great price in a great location.

2025-12-17 • via Nuitee
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Qian • solo_traveller • ca
4
Cons:

shared washroom

2025-12-12 • via Nuitee
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Allissa • solo_traveller • us
6
easy, super convenient, might consider elsewhere in the winter months
Pros:

super early check-in, great location

Cons:

cold in the room, even colder in the hallway, I’m talking only slightly warmer than outside (December in SF)

2025-12-06 • via Nuitee
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Sterling • solo_traveller • us
7
Perfect for a brief stay and touring!
Pros:

...Loved the ease of check-in, the very friendly and room attendants. The customer service was also really good, as I had a problem with my electronic key. They were amazing, and had a quick solution.

Cons:

The only problem was that my room was colder than it was outside. This season, the room needs heat.

2025-12-01 • via Nuitee
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Beth • couple • us
4
2025-11-26 • via Nuitee
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MIles • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

The location is good and in a "vibey" neighbourhood

Cons:

The room was smaller than expected and certainly looking tired. My room didn't have any windows that could be opened and the air was stale. The carpet could use a deep clean.

2025-11-24 • via Nuitee
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vrabie71 • family_with_children • us
9
2025-11-21 • via Nuitee