The Herbert Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in San Francisco, steps from Union Square

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Herbert's Liquors & Cigars occupies the ground floor of this historic building, with residential spaces above.
Enjoy a refreshing shower and get ready for the day with a hairdryer and ample toiletries at hand.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and ceiling fan.
Relax in our stylish lobby, featuring a unique vintage suitcase display, a cozy bench, and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Classic design and elegant touches define this inviting hallway, featuring a bench, artwork, and patterned rug.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hallway Bathroom Seasonal

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hallway Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Longterm Stay)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Hallway Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed, Hallway Bathroom Long Term Stay

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds, Hallway Bathroom Seasonal

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Longterm Stay)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Seasonal)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oracle Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cable55 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kin Khao - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪King Of Thai Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Central - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Herbert Hotel

Hotel near Moscone Convention Center
Close to Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, The Herbert Hotel provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Concierge services, a lift and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 99 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, desks and desk chairs

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Hotel Stratford, 242 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75.0 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 75.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Shared restrooms are located outside of guestrooms in hallway, and are shared among multiple guests.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Herbert Hotel San Francisco
Herbert Hotel
Herbert San Francisco
The Herbert Hotel Hotel
The Herbert Hotel San Francisco
The Herbert Hotel Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Is The Herbert Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Herbert Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Herbert Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Herbert Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Herbert Hotel located?

Located in Union Square, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Moscone Convention Center and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium are also within 1 mile (2 km). Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

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The Herbert Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 290 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 103 out of 1014 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really great stay! Convenient location next to union square, it was really easy to check in and check out, and the hotel was quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a small space but comfortable highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness
A bit dated but was comfortable to stay in
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fadime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location right in the heart of Union Square! The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was super friendly. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice budget hotel I would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was really clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room , good place for tourism and business
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the price
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my usual stay. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Randy

Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was what you'd expect for being in the heart of downtown in the Union Square area - it's not a super nice area so that makes it feel a little dirty/sketchy. And having to check in at another hotel was a little odd. The room was clean for the most part, besides the bathtub which was rusty and dirty. It was also odd not having any staff in the lobby during our whole stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Herbert hotel was perfect for our one night stay. It was close to the rental car office and walkable to lots of shops and restaurants. The downside was there was no mini-fridge for our cold food. I did like that we felt safe with the locked key front door. It was quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vinay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You have to check in down the street at the Stratford Hotel. We went there and asked to check out the room before we committed to staying. The front desk receptionist did not greet us, and when i asked her if she was waiting for the host, that’s when she informed me that she worked there. The room was dirty and it felt more like a hostel than a hotel. We did not end up staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As always twas a great stay at Herbert Hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area was nasty all shampoo conditioner where all watered down
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most convenient location, (3-5 minute BART walk) amazing price, clean amenities. I will always try to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My usual stay was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While the stay was fine for the price, it was missing some things that I’m used to staying in a hotel. No fridge or microwave. Restroom door didn’t completely close and the tv only had the loudest volume; you couldn’t change it on the remote. Other than that it’s right in the heart of union square easily got around town from there and never heard any street noise from where our room was. You deal with staff at the Stratford hotel and they were very helpful, picked up extra towels from there on the way in one night. Overall not bad for the price, safe and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aridaisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My overall experience at this hotel was good, especially because of its great location. Union Square is just a few minutes away on foot, and there are plenty of cafés, restaurants, and shops nearby, including Sephora — perfect for dining out or shopping. The metro station is also very close, which makes it easy to get around the city. In my opinion, if you're only looking for a place to sleep, this is a great option. However, there were a few things that could be improved. During my stay, I felt the room could have been cleaner — the bathtub was a bit dirty. Also, when I arrived, the front desk was closed, and I had to go to another nearby hotel to check in, which was a bit confusing and inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chhay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT HOTEL AND SUPER MANAGEMENT
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
bathrooms could have been a little cleaner but were fine. wish there were extra towels to put under the room sinks. rooms were very well decorated and furbished. elevator was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025