The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco

Hotels
7.6 (2572 reviews)
85 Fifth Street , San Francisco , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good value for money
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast options
Noise from the street

Categories

Cleanliness
6.6
Dirty room with hair found in the fridge, bathroom had mold, room smelled bad.
Service
8.6
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Location
8.6
Great location near key attractions but with noise from the street and local homeless.
Room Quality
7.1
Room was comfortable but dated with concerns about noise and quality.
Amenities
7.1
Basic amenities available but limited choices for food.
Value for Money
8.6
Good value for money considering the location.
Food and Beverage
6.6
Limited breakfast options and some dietary concerns.
Overall Experience
7.6
Mixed experience with safety concerns due to surrounding area but enjoyed some aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-18 13:25

Property Description

Prime Location near Westfield Shopping Centre
Located just a brief stroll away from the bustling Westfield Shopping Centre, The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco offers a convenient and vibrant stay in Central San Francisco.

Dining Options and Amenities
Indulge in delectable Italian and Mediterranean cuisine at SOMA Bar & Restaurant and Zevi Cafe. The hotel also boasts a restaurant and bar on-site, ensuring a satisfying dining experience. Additionally, enjoy the convenience of a fridge, coffee maker, and free WiFi in each light-colored guest room.

Convenient Facilities and Proximity to Attractions
With fitness and business facilities on-site, Hotel Pickwick caters to both leisure and business travelers. Explore nearby attractions such as the Museum of Modern Art and Alcatraz Cruises, all within easy reach from the hotel. Fisherman’s Wharf is a short 10-minute drive away.

Ready to experience the charm and convenience of The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco? Book your stay now!

Important information:

The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco

Guarantee Policy: If a credit card is declined or invalid, the reservation will be canceled automatically.

Please note that property no longer accepts Debit cards as a form of payment.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 51.30 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 2572 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.6
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 7.1
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 6.6
Overall Experience: 7.6
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Gary & Carols Big Trip solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Not much unfortunately
Very old and tired, carpet was disgusting hallway carpet was disgusting
Doorways in rooms look like they could do with a sand down instead of painting over scrapes and scratches

Cons:

Most of everything

Unfortunately we will not be staying at the pickwick again

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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AYUKO solo_traveller jp
9
Pros:

丁寧に対応してくださいました。清潔感あり、立地も申し分ないです。

Cons:

入り口が閉まってて最初の入り方がわかりづらかった。

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Kalpani solo_traveller no
9
Pros:

The location is very convenient, with easy access to major public transport stops, supermarkets, and several restaurants nearby. Buses from the area provide direct access to popular attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge. It is also possible to enjoy a pleasant walk to the Ferry Building and Chinatown.

Cons:

Since the property is located right next to the main roads, the area tends to be quite noisy and loud, even during the night.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Naung solo_traveller us
5
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Thomas Harmens couple nl
8
Fijn hotel op een centrale locatie in San Francisco
Pros:

Fijne kamer met prima bed. Sanitair was ook prima. Locatie is behoorlijk centraal gelegen in San Francisco. Op loopafstand van veel leuke plekken.

Cons:

Kamers waren wel wat gehorig. Ik hoorde onze buurman snurken.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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QIAN couple cn
10
Pros:

位置好,周边有公交地铁出行方便,房间干净整洁。

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Mario solo_traveller ch
6
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Caylin solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Kim solo_traveller au
6
Good for short stay
Pros:

Close to Union Square. Easy walk
Hotel was able to store our luggage from 10am. Rooms available after 3pm.
Owing to flight change (from 6am Sunday to 11.30pm Saturday) we left at 7.30pm and didn't stay overnight as planned. We were able to shower and have a quick nap prior to leaving for a 15hr flight home so happy with what we got/used at the hotel.

Cons:

No USB ports in room for phone charging which meant we had to unpack suitcase to find power adaptors.
Odd smell in room on arrival. We were ablevto open window for fresh air tho.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Katelyn solo_traveller us
4
Fair — but decent price for city costs
Pros:

The location was central with easy transit, and the price was competitive for San Francisco. They offered a late check-out.

Cons:

The rooms were old, very scuffed, peeling paint, and not adequately cleaned. The rooms weren’t temperature controlled. The carpets were very old and very filthy. The light sockets available on the lamps didn’t charge our devices, and our lamp switch was broken, so we had to actually unscrew the lightbulbs to turn it off at night. The bathroom door wouldn’t lock, and the smoke detector went off every time we took a hot shower. The toiletries and tissues hadn’t been refilled from the past guest, and there was hair in the tub. Housekeeping repeatedly ignored our “Do Not Disturb” signs and didn’t come at all the day we put out the “please clean” signs. None of the installed streaming apps on the TV worked. The one treadmill in the “fitness center” was broken. The front desk is “cashless” and couldn’t even make change for a $10, so that guests could use the vending machine. There were thin walls and a lot of street noise that scared my child.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Adrienne solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

I loved the vintage charm and location.

Cons:

I didn't like the old vintage A/C. Really didn't cool the room down.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Maria Del Carmen solo_traveller ec
8
Me sentí contenta y relajada
Pros:

Céntrico, limpio

Cons:

El aire acondicionado no abastecía, la máquina de café no funcionaba

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
Łukasz family_with_children pl
8
The hotel does the job, but it doesn’t offer anything special. However worth to choose.
Pros:

The hotel does the job, but it doesn’t offer anything special. However, for the price in such an expensive city, it’s a decent option. I’d recommend it for 1–2 nights – the location is brilliant and the pay-and-display car park works well. The staff are, of course, friendly.

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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ALESSIO solo_traveller it
8
Pros:

Posizione a due passi dal link per l’aeroporto e vicinissima ad Union square.
Stanza spaziosa

Cons:

Struttura un pò datata

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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ZihLun solo_traveller tw
8
Pros:

Near center

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple us
3
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Jeffrey solo_traveller id
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Fiona couple gb
7
Suitable for an overnight stay
Pros:

The property was central for downtown and was accessible. There were proper mugs in The room

Cons:

There was initially only one mug so we had to ask for a second mug.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Francesco solo_traveller it
7
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Bruno Fernando solo_traveller us
7
2026-05-22 via Nuitee