Holiday Inn San Francisco - Golden Gateway newly renovated with No Resort Fee

Hotels
Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts
8.3 (6228 reviews)
1500 Van Ness Avenue , San Francisco , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly location
Comfortable beds
Good views
Cons:
Expensive breakfast
Parking fees
Rude staff

Categories

Cleanliness
8.01
Multiple reviews noted that some rooms were dusty and towels were rough.
Service
8.88
Front desk staff received mixed feedback, but many reviewers mentioned friendliness.
Location
9.12
Location was praised for convenience and accessibility to attractions.
Room Quality
7.67
Issues reported with room size and decor; some rooms did not match reservations.
Amenities
8.4
Amenities such as fitness center and pool were well-received, with some complaints about parking.
Value for Money
8.06
Mixed feedback on pricing, particularly around breakfast costs and parking.
Food and Beverage
7.71
Breakfast was noted as expensive, impacting the value perception.
Overall Experience
8.58
Overall stay was enjoyable for most, with several minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 13:15

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

City Convenience and Relaxation

Explore San Francisco with Ease

Book your stay now at the Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway for a perfect blend of city exploration and relaxation. Enjoy breathtaking city or bay views from your spacious room equipped with modern amenities. Stay fit at the 24-hour fitness centre or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With the iconic cable car system nearby, visiting top attractions like Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Chinatown is a breeze. Don't miss out on the convenience and comfort this hotel has to offer - reserve your room today!

Important information:

SF Big Bus stop number 9 and California Street Cable Car stop.
Self-parking is available at an additional cost. Please contact the property for details.
Please note that all breakfast-included rates include a breakfast credit for 2 guests.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

8.3
Based on 6228 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.01
Service: 8.88
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 7.71
Overall Experience: 8.58
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Brad family_with_children us
10
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Agnieszka family_with_children pl
8
2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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anthony couple us
7
Pros:

The location is amazing the price is great and the rooms were clean

Cons:

The parking is tight in the structure and is expensive

2026-08-29 via Nuitee
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Ewelina family_with_children pl
8
Bardzo dobry, ale dokładnie przyjrzyj się ofercie ze śniadaniem wliczonym w cenę podróżując w grupie
Pros:

Wybraliśmy pokój z widokiem z wysokiego piętra. Było pięknie. Śniadanie hotelowe zdecydowanie wyróżnia się na tle innych śniadań w hotelach w USA.

Cons:

Brak przejrzystości w ofertach "ze śniadaniem wliczonym w cenę". Pomimo, że zarezerwowaliśmy i opłaciliśmy pokój ze śniadaniem dla 4 osób, to uwzględnione w ofercie śniadanie dotyczyło tylko dwóch. Na miejscu okazało się, że należy dokupić posiłki dla pozostałych osób z rodziny w bardzo wysokiej cenie, lub zamawiać osobno z karty. Gdybym o tym wiedziała rezerwując pokój, wybrałabym inną ofertę noclegu.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Catherine solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Jackson couple us
10
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Michel family_with_children nl
7
Fijn hotel om San fransisco te ontdekken.
Pros:

Ligt in het district Fishermanswarf dus fietsverhuur eettentjes en de pieren om de hoek.

Cons:

Badkamer redelijk klein.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Maria Arcangela family_with_children it
8
Stanza vista scorcio Golden Gate
Pros:

Noi abbiamo prenotato una stanza con vista e dalla nostra riuscivamo a vedere il Golden Gate.
Ben posizionato rispetto ai mezzi pubblici e tutto sommato è stato semplice raggiungere un po’ tutti i posti.
Personale gentile e disponibile.

Cons:

Abbiamo prenotato una stanza con colazione per 2 adulti e un ragazzino di 15 anni e sebbene la prenotazione riportasse che mio figlio avrebbe soggiornato gratis la colazione per lui non era compresa perché pare che per ogni stanza è prevista solo la colazione per 2 ma questo non era indicato nella conferma della prenotazione.
Ovviamente la colazione da loro prevista secondo noi non valeva 35,00 dollari che avremmo dovuto pagare in più.

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Melinda couple us
10
Amazing views, super comfy, will return
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, amazing views, super clean.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Ioannis solo_traveller gr
8
2026-08-28 via Nuitee
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Tamas solo_traveller hu
7
Pros:

the city view is great

Cons:

breakfast is extremely expensive.
you cannot book it for only 1 guest so you have to pay a low value breakfast for 2 even if you on your own.
by the way if you dont book in advance you will get the bill from a waiter so tipping is mandatory - however the breakfast was self serviced

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Li-Rong couple tw
9
Pros:

地點方便
服務人員友善

Cons:

咖啡機不好使用

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Ianis couple fr
10
Pros:

La vue, la propreté, le confort, le personnel ! Tout !! Exceptionnel !

Cons:

Un petit point d’amélioration : Des télés connectées pour que tous les voyageurs du monde entier puissent regarder leurs applications de streaming dans leur langue (netflix, prime vidéo, Disney + etc…)

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple us
10
Pros:

Clean room and comfortable. Great breakfast but you have to pay extra. Well worth it.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Cezary solo_traveller pl
8
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Caterina solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Giulia family_with_children it
9
Holiday inn San Francisco
Pros:

Zona tranquilla e relativamente vicina alle principali attrazioni.
Pulito, staff cordiale e colazione variegata anche se un po’ costosa.
Letto molto comodo e camera dotata di vari comfort.
Lo consiglio assolutamente!

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
Ástvaldur extended_group is
10
2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Diego_San extended_group it
8
Pros:

Mi è piaciuta la stanza ai piani alti con una vista pazzesca, la struttura è buona e la zona è tranquilla anche lontanuccia da un po' tutto. Con 15 usd di Uber comunque si raggiunge un po' tutto.

Cons:

Il parcheggio, carissimo, ma quasi inevitabile da quelle parti. La piscina che di fatto è inutile, è all'aperto al sesto piano in una città che ad Agosto aveva 15 gradi e un tempo da lupi.

2026-08-27 via Nuitee
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Magid family_with_children de
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee