Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Hotels
8.6 (1186 reviews)
562 Sutter Street , San Francisco , US
+1 415-433-4434

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central, walkable location near cable cars and BART
Friendly and helpful staff
Stylish decor and attractive bar/lounge
Clean and nicely decorated rooms
Good access to transport, shops and restaurants
Cons:
Rooms are small and sometimes worn
Thin walls / noisy (city and between rooms)
Difficult temperature control / AC issues
No in-room fridge and no hot tub
Occasional maintenance problems (shower head, TV)
Perceived as overpriced for room size and condition

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple reviewers described the hotel and rooms as clean and nicely decorated, though some rooms showed wear.
Service
9.3
Staff repeatedly called friendly, helpful and efficient (helpful front desk, welcome drink on arrival); service is a clear strength.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised as very central — close to Union Square, Powell Street cable cars and BART; excellent for exploring the city on foot.
Room Quality
7.4
Rooms are often small and show wear; issues reported include thin walls/noise, difficult temperature control, hard beds, broken shower/TV and limited views.
Amenities
8.2
On-site cafe and bar are popular and there is a welcome drink, but rooms lack fridges and there is no hot tub; overall mixed but usable amenities.
Value for Money
7
At least one reviewer explicitly called the hotel overpriced for room size and condition; small rooms and maintenance issues reduce perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Cafe used by guests each morning and the bar/lounge is praised; welcome drink and beverage options are seen as positive features.
Overall Experience
9
Generally positive overall: described as quirky, cozy and well-styled, great location and good for short stays despite some room-level issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:09

Property Description

Unique Beat Generation-inspired Boutique Hotel
Located in San Francisco's vibrant Theatre District, Hotel Emblem San Francisco offers a one-of-a-kind experience for guests. Literary-Themed Atmosphere Step into a world of creativity with literary-themed furnishings, original art, and live music, creating a truly unique ambiance. Modern Amenities and Services Enjoy state-of-the-art amenities in cozy guestrooms, including smart TVs, bathrobes, and Nespresso coffee machines. Concierge Assistance and Obscenity Bar & Lounge Let our concierge help plan your day while you unwind in the evening at the Obscenity Bar & Lounge. Book now for an unforgettable stay at Hotel Emblem San Francisco!

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and supplements may apply.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.
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

8.6
Based on 1186 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9
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Wayne • couple • us
7
Enjoyed the city, hotel was a little worn( especially common areas), and over-priced for its condition, room size, and a
Pros:

Central location. Convenient for walking and public transportation.

Cons:

Room temperature control. Difficult to figure out the AC. Two thermostats and wall mounted unit. No instructions. Luckily I have a ductless heat pump mini-split at home, so I was able to figure it out. Even then, it was either too warm or too cool. No way to “set and forget” temperature

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Dogukan • solo_traveller • at
6
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Terry • couple • us
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Tomer • family_with_children • il
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Dave • couple • gb
8
It's quirky not flashy, but it's it a great position for exploring the city using the cable cars!
Pros:

The Emblem is a quirky 'old style' hotel with a laid back atmosphere. We used the cafe every morning at 6am to grab a coffee to take back to our room, and the bar late afternoon, for a drink after a long day exploring the city.
The hotel is with easy reach of the cable car stops on Powell Street, and the hub at Powell & Market.
If you're coming into the city from the airport use the BART which stops at Powell Street Station, and unless you have heavy cases you can walk the 700 metres to The Emblem at Sutter Street.

Cons:

A small fridge in the rooms would be a nice touch to keep your water and chocolate cool ;-)

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Imre • solo_traveller • hu
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • couple • de
7
Gute Lage, leider sehr hellhörig
Pros:

Die Lage in der Stadt war sehr gut. Man konnte viele highlights fussläufig erreichen. Außerdem war das Personal sehr freundlich und das Zimmer sehr gut eingerichtet.

Cons:

Die Zimmer waren wirklich extrem hellhörig - so hellhörig habe ich es bislang zwischen Zimmern nicht erlebt und auch der Lärm der Stadt und Klimaanlagen war in Etage 7 wirklich störend laut. Wahrscheinlich, weil das Haus sehr alt ist…

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • ch
9
Pros:

- Very good location in downtown SF
- Supermarkets, restaurants, cafés nearby
- Friendly staff
- Relatively modern facilities

Cons:

- No fridge in the room
- Lights in the room couldn't be switched off easily

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • au
8
Great location and staff who were very helpful
Pros:

Very central and very helpful staff.

Cons:

Small tight bedroom

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Ernest • couple • us
10
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Kevin • solo_traveller • ca
7
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Davíð • solo_traveller • is
9
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Kornelijus • couple • lt
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Very cool older building, liked the bar/lounge area

Cons:

No hot tub

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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GIOVANNI • couple • it
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Toby • couple • us
10
Great property
Pros:

Wonderful property. It was beautifully decorated, clean and in a great location.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Ilan • couple • il
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Alexis • couple • ch
6
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Stefania • family_with_children • it
8
Bella posizione
Pros:

La posizione

Cons:

L’arredamento, benché in uno stile molto originale, rende la struttura e le stanze un po’ cupe

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Kassandra • couple • us
6
It’s cozy
Pros:

Clean, decor was cute, but the room had some wear

Cons:

No “ view “ , unless you’re okay with looking out your window and staring at a brick wall

It would be nice if the room had an actual full length mirror with lighting, having to squeeze into the bath to get dressed isn’t fun

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee