Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Hotels
Luxury Collection
8.9 (1011 reviews)
2 New Montgomery Street , San Francisco , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent service
Delicious food

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.58
Sam and Suren provided phenomenal service, making guests feel welcome and attended to.
Location
9.12
The hotel is situated within a historic and beautiful setting, adding to the guest experience.
Room Quality
8.57
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
8.6
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.56
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
9.11
The breakfast buffet and dinner choices, including Wagyu burger, were described as excellent.
Overall Experience
9.08
Guests overall had memorable and positive experiences at the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 13:10

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in a night of luxury with leather tufted headboards, high thread count linens, and pillow-top bedding in each room. Enjoy modern finishes and amenities such as a 48-inch flat-screen TV, marble bath, rain shower, and back-lit bathroom mirror for a comfortable stay.

Exquisite Dining Experiences
Experience culinary delights under Austrian crystal chandeliers at The Garden Court restaurant or enjoy handcrafted cocktails and artisan cuisine at the iconic Pied Piper lounge. With a variety of dining options, your taste buds are sure to be satisfied.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind under a glass dome in the indoor pool area with city views, surrounded by chaise lounges and spas. Take advantage of the 24-hour fitness center overlooking the pool or pamper yourself with spa services in the marble baths.

Experience the epitome of luxury and convenience at Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

If you book a breakfast included rate, breakfast will be provided for only 2 guests. All additional guests will be charged.

The Palace Hotel request that no parties, group celebrations or gatherings be held in guest rooms and suites. Our policy applies to all occasions, including but not limited to - proms, graduations, and New Year’s Eve celebrations. Should you wish to request permission to host a party, they are most happy to look at available options in a private function room or one of the restaurants.

Only dogs under 15 pounds are permitted at the property. Please contact property for restrictions and fees if you are traveling with a dog.

On-site parking is available for a fee. Larger vehicles are charged at a higher rate. Please contact property for more details.

Guest credit card presented at check in must match the credit card used to guarantee the reservation and deposit at time of booking. Please contact the hotel directly if prepaying or using a different card at check in. A third-party authorization form is required 4 days prior to arrival.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.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs USD 15.99 per 24 hours.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 72 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1011 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.57
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.56
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 9.08
E
Ellen couple us
10
San Francisco at its elegance
Pros:

The elegance has been restored. It was so special staying at this hotel

Cons:

The rooms were a little dated but it still was nice

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
E
Eduardo extended_group fr
2
Décevant
Pros:

Confort

Cons:

Prix final pas celui de booking. Frais additionnels ajoutés par l’hôtel de 100$ sur un séjour de trois nuits.
Personnel ruse et rude / impolie

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
S
Stav couple us
7
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
A
AbdulHadi couple sa
8
Good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Old style

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
Z
Zanele solo_traveller za
7
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
A
AbdulHadi couple sa
8
Good
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very old style

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
N
Natalia couple pt
9
Pros:

A beleza do espeço, a licaluzacao , o geral n todo

Cons:

A internet ser paga

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
D
DANIJEL family_with_children hr
9
Nice place. Great location.
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
M
Michal extended_group us
9
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
D
Darryn couple us
10
100/10 would stay again!
Pros:

It was phenomenal! we were treated like rockstars! The staff are amazing, and the bedding sublime. Plenty to do and see within walking distance

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
K
Kekina family_with_children us
9
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
N
N24PQheatherl Family
10
Luxury without the pretention
Pros:

My daughters received kid crowns upon arrival and a free ride on the bellhop cart :) Norman was an amazing bellhop and friendly face every time we returned! Breakfast was incredible and our favorite waiter was Min, he was such a warm and kind person and the kids adored him!! 10/10!

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
4
49roadrunner Couples Healdsburg, Sonoma County, California
6
Wouldn’t return.
Pros:

Not a luxury hotel. No personal service. Atrium closed off for a wedding the time we were there and the music crazy loud. Room meh. Not a 5 star hotel. Spend a little more and book something better.

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
B
Boris extended_group ch
1
Never again
Pros:

Check-in time over 1 hour.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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X9732JIdebbiec Friends getaway
10
Brunch at the Garden Court was the perfect ending to our fabulous trip!
Pros:

Went on a girls trip to SF and had to have brunch at the Garden Court at the Palace Hotel. I hadn’t been there in 30 years. The buffet brunch was fabulous and our wonderful server Min made our meal extra special. Min was so kind, knowledgeable and attentive. He was one of the best servers we have ever had. The Garden Court is such an elegant venue transporting you back in time. It was the perfect ending to our fabulous trip together. And the buffet selections were delicious!!! Be sure to get a sticky bun - they even tasted better than they looked!

2026-07-13 via Tripadvisor
M
Marion family_with_children fr
9
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Le personnel, très gentil et avenant (ils sont de bons conseils et donnent de bonnes adresses), ils se sont directement occupés de nos valises à notre arrivée et nous ont accompagné jusqu’à notre chambre
La dame de ménage nous donnait tout le temps des bouteilles d’eau, nous en avons même eu lors de notre départ à l’accueil
L’hôtel est plutôt bien situé pour les visites à faire

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
D
Denis family_with_children ru
9
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
4
470genyaf Business
2
Not luxury at all....
Pros:

If this hotel was ever a five-star property, that must have been 30 years ago. Today, calling it "luxury" is completely misleading.
The experience started at check-in, which was incredibly underwhelming. There was no warm welcome, no explanation of basic amenities like Wi-Fi, and the staff member assisting me seemed like they had absolutely no interest in being there, let alone helping guests.

The first room was unbearably hot, and the thermostat didn't work. I was moved to a second room, which was only slightly cooler. It was dark, the carpet looked old and dirty, the nightstand was visibly dirty, and the bathroom sink had a large crack in it. To make matters worse, the room had a noticeable musty odor that never went away. I woke up the next morning with red, irritated eyes and now have to get through a 14-hour workday feeling miserable. Whether it was the air quality or something else, it certainly didn't make for a comfortable stay.

The "luxury" touches were almost comical. The hotel leaves little cards for complimentary coffee that felt more like coupons you'd expect at a roadside motel than amenities at a supposed luxury property. It's hard to reconcile those gimmicks with a hotel that claims to be in the same category as true five-star properties.

Throughout my stay, the staff consistently came across as indifferent and unmotivated. There was no sense of hospitality, no attention to detail, and no desire to make guests feel welcome. Hospitality is about making guests feel valued, and that was completely absent here.

The biggest issue is that this hotel is marketed as a luxury property. It simply isn't. Consumers book expecting a true five-star experience and receive something that falls far short of even basic expectations. The property's rating and branding are misleading and should be reevaluated because they do not reflect the condition of the hotel or the level of service being provided.

Whoever is responsible for managing this hotel needs to take a hard look at what luxury hospitality actually means. The current operation falls so far below five-star standards that it's difficult to understand how this property continues to market itself that way.

This was one of the most disappointing hotel experiences I've had, and I would not recommend it to anyone looking for the luxury experience this hotel claims to offer.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
C
Christopher solo_traveller us
9
Elegance in the heart of SF
Pros:

Beautiful building, great location

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
H
Helen604 Couples Boston, Massachusetts
6
OK Hotel
Pros:

The room was very small, with no place to put anything. There was a closet but no drawers or shelves anywhere. The bathroom had no place to put anything. On a good note, the breakfast buffet was great.

2026-07-05 via Tripadvisor