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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
Welcome to San Francisco's historic Hotel Whitcomb, an early 20th-century masterpiece that is a favorite among travelers. When you walk through the front doors of the landmark Hotel Whitcomb from bustling Market Street, you'll discover an elegant boutique hotel with high cathedral ceilings and lovely interiors recalling turn-of-the-century architecture.
The opulent lobby featuring Austrian crystal chandeliers, Tiffany glass, polished Italian marble columns and floors, Janesero wood paneling, polished brass fixtures, and fresh flowers accentuates the hotel's Victorian style that is sublimely refreshing to the soul.
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
3.5 out of 5
(143 reviews)
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Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
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Hotel address: 1231 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport Oakland Internationa Airport
Conveniently located on vibrant Market Street, across from the Orpheum Theater, Hotel Whitcomb is a downtown San Francisco sanctuary surrounded by the city's most popular restaurants, shops and attractions. Walking distance to the incredible Theatre District, Yerba Buena Gardens, the San Francisco Opera and Symphony, Folsom Street and the Castro. Hotel Whitcomb is perfectly situated in the city's cultural, arts and business districts.
This property has a smoke-free policy
Relax in our Market Street Grill or lounge that is located in our beautiful Historic Hotel. We also offer room service to our valuable guest.
Nice Italian Dining with in walking distance of the hotel.
Nice Chinese and Sushi at Moonstar and it is all you can eat. Moonstar is across the street from the hotel.
Hotel Whitcomb has the largest Parkay Dance Floor in the City with 8 diffrent meeting facilities.
Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
3.5 out of 5
(143 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
4 out of 5
Centrally located
burleyidmann Nov 23, 2009
Was a little surprised at the hotels quality, given the great price that I had paid for my room. It is in a great location ... right on the Bart line and you can take a $10 cab to anywhere in the city. So very convienent and the staff and hotel were superb.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
ok
quick getaway Nov 21, 2009
nice service room service food was below average restraunt was over priced for quality of food i.e cold bread over cooked ... steak bland clam chowder
Traveler type: Single
public library art exhibit across the street awesome and free
Score
4 out of 5
good amenities, bad neighborhood
rita22ann Nov 20, 2009
the hotel was clean, quiet, the bed was comfy. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The neighborhood in the evening was ... not a good one for a couple of women to be walking in. The hotel was in a good area for public transportation. It was easy to get to just about anywhere we wanted to go.
Traveler type: Family
Take public transportation. It gets you there quick and economically. I would definitely go back to San Francisco. Its a great city for tourists.
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
public library art exhibit across the street awesome and free
--quick getaway, sd Nov 21, 2009
Take public transportation. It gets you there quick and economically. I would definitely go back to San Francisco. Its a great city for tourists.
--rita22ann, chicago illinois Nov 20, 2009
All kinds of shops are located just a few blocks further downtown. Also, stores around Union Square are not that far away.
--None, New York, NY Nov 18, 2009
Overall score
3.5 out of 5
(143 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
4 out of 5
Centrally located
burleyidmann Nov 23, 2009
Was a little surprised at the hotels quality, given the great price that I had paid for my room. It is in a great location ... right on the Bart line and you can take a $10 cab to anywhere in the city. So very convienent and the staff and hotel were superb.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
ok
quick getaway Nov 21, 2009
nice service room service food was below average restraunt was over priced for quality of food i.e cold bread over cooked ... steak bland clam chowder
Traveler type: Single
public library art exhibit across the street awesome and free
Score
4 out of 5
good amenities, bad neighborhood
rita22ann Nov 20, 2009
the hotel was clean, quiet, the bed was comfy. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The neighborhood in the evening was ... not a good one for a couple of women to be walking in. The hotel was in a good area for public transportation. It was easy to get to just about anywhere we wanted to go.
Traveler type: Family
Take public transportation. It gets you there quick and economically. I would definitely go back to San Francisco. Its a great city for tourists.
Score
1 out of 5
Avoid this place
Tim Nov 19, 2009
My son arrived one day before me astayed at the Wittcome.The next day ,after I arrived in SF,he called me and let me know ... they,his wife and 2 children were checking out. Why? His wife had 500+ bedbug bites and the sheets were red with blood spots. [...]we stayed at the Pickwick Hotel,a little more but no bedbugs.Real creepy to think about.
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Hotel Whitcomb a Real Bargain
None Nov 18, 2009
This older hotel, located in downtown San Francisco, is a real bargain. While the rooms are older, they are comfortable and ... clean, and they are not expensive. The restaurant is adequate and a little expensive for the quality of the food. The service is top-notch.
Traveler type: Single
All kinds of shops are located just a few blocks further downtown. Also, stores around Union Square are not that far away.
Score
4 out of 5
Location, Location, Location
Gregorz Nov 13, 2009
Like all of San Francisco there are a lot of "street people" with a hand out looking for some help. Had to say no a lot. ...
Traveler type: Single
Public transit: Very close to hotel and easy to use.
Score
4 out of 5
great trip
kmm Nov 11, 2009
enjoyed proximity to public transport and visited many places all over the city ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
1 out of 5
Add $28 for parking per day.
World Traveler Nov 10, 2009
At the time of check out (Monday October 9 @ 5:45 am) the person at the front desk was really disrespectful. Apparently, he ... was mad because we inquire about the high price they charge for parking ($28 per day.) He argued that I should know better, because he had traveled all around the world, and he always payed similar prices for it.
Traveler type: Business
Score
3 out of 5
nice hotel, poor location
LH Nov 10, 2009
This is a nice hotel in a mediocre location. The rooms were clean, elevators worked, etc. It's walking distance to the ... Ferry Building and Union Square and right off BART. However, restaurants are few in the area and the noise from the streetcars and ambulances can be a problem.
Traveler type: Single
There's a nice vegetarian restaurant a couple of blocks away and some good places to eat in Hayes Valley, a five or six block walk.
Score
3 out of 5
Good value if you don't have a car
C.L. Nov 9, 2009
The hotel itself was fine and the price was attractively low. The location is great and the service is good. I would ... recommend it. All my problems resulted from having a rental car that I picked up at the airport. There was no signage at the hotel indicating how to access the parking garage. Valet service was in the back, accessible by a side road that I found only by trial and error. There is a fee of $28/day to park the car in the hotel garage. I thought that was high. I was later told that I should expect to pay even higher fees to park a car in a hotel garage. If this is the case, this information should be in your profile of the hotel. (If it was there, I did not see it.) Knowing this in advance would have influenced my choice of hotel and may have influenced my decision to rent a car. At the least, it would have allowed me to prepare for this expense in advance.
Traveler type: Friends
Score
3 out of 5
Good hotel, bad neighborhood
Mr. Tourist Nov 8, 2009
An old-style city hotel - think grand lobby, art deco hints in the halls, and small rooms. Really all one needs if the ... emphasis of the trip is running about town. But the location is rough - more on that below: Rooms - cramped but clean. No free outlets, aging tv, mattress kinda lumpy, and sparse bathroom. Staff - friendly, helpful, professional. Restaurant - Quite nice. Bar closes early which is a problem in a neighborhood I don't want to wander about, but eh... Location - Ok, this is what really colors the experience. The neighborhood is rough. Lots of street people walking about. Streets reek of urine. At night, it gets worse. The bart is right outside the hotel, which is an ok solution for those without a car. If you have a car - use the valet parking option - for a set price you can get to your car as many times as you want during the day.
Traveler type: Couples
Use the hotel valet.
Score
4 out of 5
Hotel to BART to SFO Airport EASY
emeryboard Nov 3, 2009
Vintage Lobby; Starbucks right there; BART right there: Asian Museum very close. Room was small but well furnished and clean. ... Thick walls make it quiet re: street noise.Part of the hotel is above air circulation system and constantly noisy.
Traveler type: Single
Museums and BART short walk.
Score
2 out of 5
ok for the price
Self Employed Steve Nov 2, 2009
We stayed a night while going to Symphony Hall, which is a nice 10 min walk by the City Hall/Civic Center. The landmark hotel ... is right in front of Bart on Market st. There is a nice big city feeling. However, very small room, no solid curtins; only the thin white layer so you cant keep out light. At night if your lights are on, it feels like other people can see in your window. I found a long black hair on the clean towels in the bathroom. Staff was not very curtious or helpfull. It was Halloween and the staff could not recommend any night life. Bums sleeping around and sirens going by all night long. The price was ok, but I feel Whitcomb is overrated.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Great for the price
Romy Nov 1, 2009
I've read all the terrible reviews of this place, and have no doubt that some people have had terrible experiences, but our ... experience was pretty awesome for the price, and I'd stay here again for sure. Sure, I've had better hotel rooms, but never a cheaper one in a big city, so close to public transportation. Sure, the neighborhood isn't great, but it's only a few blocks away from the Powell St. cable car turnaround/Union Square and within spitting distance of a BART/Muni station. The staff was polite and friendly, and upon check-in we got upgraded to a better room without asking. The room was clean, the sheets were clean and seemed new enough, the bed was reasonably comfortable, there were plenty of pillows, and we were far away from street level. My worst complaint is that the bathroom floor was a bit beat up- hardly a big deal.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
4 out of 5
Great location! Quaint!
Chi Lover Oct 19, 2009
The Hotel Whitcomb is a nice historic San Francisco Hotel. It is centrally located and has great access to many San ... Francisco attractions. The neighborhood has alot of bums but what neighborhood in San Francisco doesn't?
Traveler type: Couples
Eat a the Vietnamese restaurant Tu Lan, a short walk from the hotel. If you're stuck up and don't like a grungy asian food experience than don't bother, your tastes will surely be offended. BUT if you're into adventure and you like good food you can't beat 3 entrees for $20 that are literally the best Vietnamese possibly ever. Don't forget to get coffee!
Score
4 out of 5
elegant hotel,nice stay
Hatchetman Oct 5, 2009
We had a great stay.There was a festival going on at the time,and there was an influx of people from there.It was colorful to ... say the least!The hotle lobby was elegant and reeked old time class.From the marble floors to the wood ceilings,and the chandeliers we were reminded of hotels shown in old movies,where tux and dress were the wear of the day.The restuarant was very nice.The staff got us a reservation,even though they were swamped.The food was excellent.Our room was spacious and comfortable,and clean.Checkin and out was quick and the staff very friendly.They went out of their way to make sure we had what we needed,and arranged an airport shuttle for us.We feel that the price is reasonable and we would stay there again.
Traveler type: Couples
The portions are generous,bring your appetite!
Score
3 out of 5
Unbeatable location for the price"
virgo57 Sep 16, 2009
I had visited this hotel on previous trips and my stays have always been pleasant. My room was on the 2nd fl, quiet fl; room ... was very clean and confortable. I would stay here again.
Traveler type: Business
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train station is 2 steps away from the hotel.
Score
3 out of 5
Nice but not great, I paid too much.
Chickadee Sep 14, 2009
The location was fine for what we wanted to do. The parking was a mess. The valet parking at the hotel was crazy expensive, ... $32 so I recomend you park next door for $20. It was not anything special I've stayed in nicer hotels for the same price. I guess it served its purpose though. I definately would not stay there again.
Traveler type: Friends
We went to the bar Shine and it was a good time. It was a five minute walk from the hotel, which is why we stayed there to begin with.
Score
3 out of 5
Good for the price...
AJ Sep 7, 2009
Good for a place to stay and very central for those that like to walk from their hotel to the city sights. Our room was ... large, remodeled, and clean with a very comfortable bed. Negatives: Location seems a little dangerous at night, not in the best area. Old fitness/gym equipment.
Traveler type: Couples
Golden Gate Park and Museums
Score
3 out of 5
Don't arrive early or leave late
Well travelled Retired couple Sep 1, 2009
Location a bit away from good area.By 2 Blocks. Building needs revival not just paint over. Extra $20.00 for 1hr. early ... arrival and a requested $50.00 for 3 hr late check out a bit over the top. Old and has been stylish. Rooms a bit small and bathroom antiquated. Staff helpful. Most likely will select another hotel nearer 6th on next visit.
Traveler type: Couples
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public library art exhibit across the street awesome and free
--quick getaway, sd Nov 21, 2009
Take public transportation. It gets you there quick and economically. I would definitely go back to San Francisco. Its a great city for tourists.
--rita22ann, chicago illinois Nov 20, 2009
All kinds of shops are located just a few blocks further downtown. Also, stores around Union Square are not that far away.
--None, New York, NY Nov 18, 2009
Public transit: Very close to hotel and easy to use.
--Gregorz, Chicago, IL Nov 13, 2009
There's a nice vegetarian restaurant a couple of blocks away and some good places to eat in Hayes Valley, a five or six block walk.
--LH, Madison, WI Nov 10, 2009
Use the hotel valet.
--Mr. Tourist, Boston, MA Nov 8, 2009
Museums and BART short walk.
--emeryboard, NYC Nov 3, 2009
Eat a the Vietnamese restaurant Tu Lan, a short walk from the hotel. If you're stuck up and don't like a grungy asian food experience than don't bother, your tastes will surely be offended. BUT if you're into adventure and you like good food you can't beat 3 entrees for $20 that are literally the best Vietnamese possibly ever. Don't forget to get coffee!
--Chi Lover, Chicago, IL Oct 19, 2009
The portions are generous,bring your appetite!
--Hatchetman, Detroit Mi. Oct 5, 2009
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train station is 2 steps away from the hotel.
--virgo57, East Bay, CA Sep 16, 2009
We went to the bar Shine and it was a good time. It was a five minute walk from the hotel, which is why we stayed there to begin with.
--Chickadee, San Jose, CA Sep 14, 2009
Golden Gate Park and Museums
--AJ, Rancho Mirage, CA Sep 7, 2009
Very close to theater district.
--Frequent Traveler, Washington, DC Aug 4, 2009
You are across the street from the Orpheum, short walk to Asian Art Museum, library, Civic Center, all other venues can be reached by MUNI or BART outside the door. If you want to save money, excellent service, and clean room, stay here. Easy parking for your car, park and never need it again until you leave.
--Libby, california nurse, Folsom, CA Aug 2, 2009
Westfield Shopping Center was only 4 blocks!
--Mom, Goldsboro, NC Jul 31, 2009
The San Francisco GO card. We ordered this card online before we left. Many attractions popular attractions are included in the price of the card. Filled with discounts for restaurants.
--Sammy, Hamilton, Ontario Jul 20, 2009
F train, which goes to Castro and Fisherman's Wharf. F train was a lifesaver.
--Spidey, Whittier, CA Jul 12, 2009
Go to the Powell Street visitor center to buy a muni pass. An economical, easy was to get around the city.
--Jb222111, Little rock, AR Jul 5, 2009
Absinthe Bar and Restaurant and the Whitcomb's Bar
--JT WIN, Phoenix Jul 1, 2009
Also have a Starbucks!!
--Cindy, Glendale Arizona Jun 18, 2009
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