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COVA Hotel

2.5 star property

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Bar (on property)
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Interior
Terrace/patio
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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655 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109
  • Place, Van Ness Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • City view
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Room Selected at Check-In)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Downtown San Francisco within a short walk of Union Square, COVA Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Moscone Convention Center. This hotel has 95 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Great American Music Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Van Ness Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bill Graham Civic Auditorium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • San Francisco City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Union Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 4 min drive
  • Market St & Hyde St Stop - 9 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sungho - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo Italia Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Onsen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Great American Music Hall - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sai Jai Thai - ‬3 min walk

About this property

COVA Hotel

Guests staying at COVA Hotel enjoy a 24-hour gym, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is USD 45 per night if you plan to drive, or hop aboard the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 50 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a microwave in a common area.
Guests can expect 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, iPod docks, and free newspapers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,044 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 27 and June 01.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per person (one-way)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Air conditioning is not provided.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

COVA Hotel
COVA Hotel San Francisco
COVA San Francisco
Hotel COVA
COVA Hotel Hotel
COVA Hotel San Francisco
COVA Hotel Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at COVA Hotel?

COVA Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around COVA Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Francisco, just steps from Great American Music Hall, and within a 10-minute walk of San Francisco City Hall and Orpheum Theatre. You'll also find Lombard Street and Oracle Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at COVA Hotel?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 45 per night with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does COVA Hotel include a casino?

No, COVA Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at COVA Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at COVA Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, around-the-clock room service, and free Internet access.

Does COVA Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does COVA Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, COVA Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will COVA Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at COVA Hotel for a fee of USD 75.00 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at COVA Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from COVA Hotel?

The closest major airport to COVA Hotel is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 14.1 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 20 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at COVA Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at COVA Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Does COVA Hotel offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at COVA Hotel if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

COVA Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 411 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 208 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 997 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in a horrible neighborhood Hotel is ok. Safe and clean. Affordable. Breakfast dull, but ok. Generous happy hours with free wine. Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Roderick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoy my stay in The Cova, staff was amazing and super friendly, complementary wine was such a surprise and also Breakfast I blew me away. I know I stayed during a very difficult time for the city of SF where everything was shut down, but I must say I felt safe in the hotel, and the hotel provided us with hand sanitizer and it was great. Only thing it was the homeless situation smoking outside but I understand that out of their hands to stop it. Over all I really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Respite in the storm

During the virus epidemic it was so nice to have this place to stay at while my son received a surgical procedure. I would love to come back when things are normal!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Steve, Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern hotel, good friendly staff, nice continental breakfast only downside is the area it's in.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
I have found people hair on my pillows that was grossly now I wonder if all the days I stay if they even changed the sheets
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Cindy, Texas

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed that the shuttle was available for people like us that had no idea how to get around. We enjoyed the breakfast variety, taste. The only thing that was difficult is parking and that there is a high homeless population. It was extremely scary to walk anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My mom Is in hospital have extensive surgery and we went to 3 other hotels in a week spans and came to this hotel were it was clean comfortable bed and A beautiful view thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Value

Nice accommodations and services. Great complimentary wine 'happy hour'. Neighborhood was a bit intimidating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Marc

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall it was a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Crystal, Sacramento, CA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was clean and desk staff we worked with were very friendly. There is convenient valet parking on the property. Beats trying to figure out parking in the city if you have your own vehicle. The "balcony" that was advertised was a joke. We had a sliding glass door that opened to railing. There was no actual balcony. We had a view of the transients all over the street. This hotel has no air conditioner or heating system. Thankfully it wasn't hot during our stay, the little fan they provided was sufficient. The bed was extremely uncomfortable to me. The mattress was VERY firm. The location is awful. Smack dab in the middle of the tenderloin. The complimentary breakfast was in a nice little room with plenty of table and chairs. Don't expect bacon and eggs type breakfast. It's hard boiled eggs, pastries, cereal, etc. It was nice though. Overall, our one night stay was good for the price, but I'm not sure I will be coming back. The super hard mattresses and the scary homeless people just outside the hotel were the deal breaker for me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emma, South Lake Tahoe, Nevada

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful! Loved everything about. Sad there was no mini fridge but that’s okay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

MandyL, Boston, ma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly. Hotel is clean. Breakfast begins 6:30am. Basic but coffee and fruits were enough for me. Location is about 10 mins walk from civic center train station. There are many homeless people. I have been told by locals to just keep my head down and power walk through them. I ended up calling Uber instead of walking to train stations near by (a 7 mins walk) because it's just heartbreaking to see so many homeless people.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved Cova! Will def be going back when in San Francisco!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great room, parking is a scam

Great room, parking is a scam, 30 overnight, 5.00 more for oversized vehicles, 5.00 more if you want to come in and out...everyone that was standing in line complained about what a scam it was...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff, excellent rooftop patio overlooking the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay: review with pros and cons list

Overall this was an absolutely wonderful stay, and definitely fit for the price. I listed my pros and cons below: Pros: 1.) Walking distance from some really good restaurants like Pho 2000, Lers Ros, and Brenda's. 2.) About a 10 minute walk from Union Square, where you can catch the cable car down to the pier. 3.) COMPLIMENTARY WINE. From 5-7 guests get FREE WINE at the rooftop bar. AS MANY GLASSES AS YOU WANT. It is not expensive wine, but it is TASTY and FREE and BOTTOMLESS. 4.) Staff are really nice. The person at the front desk listed off a bunch of different places to explore and try new foods. They also were really helpful with navigating events and traffic patterns for us. 5.) Rooftop bar and patio: we really enjoyed being able to look at the city in a chill, romantic environment. This was probably our favorite part of the hotel. 6.) Complimentary breakfast. At other hotels I've been at, complemtary breakfasts usually amount to just some muffins and pastries. This breakfast station had quite a bit to choose from. Cons: 1.) It is in a great location to walk and/or hop on public transit, but it is not in the safest neighborhood. We stuck with Uber once it was night time. 2.) No room service, but they do have a partnership with a different business that delivers food. We ended up not trying it, so I can't say much about it. 3.) Shuttle service sometimes did not run when the schedule said it was supposed to. Overall--very satisfied.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the location, it is walkable to San Francisco City and thus Bill Graham Auditorium And Davies Music Hall. The rooftop balcony had a great view of the city. We happened to stay during fleet week, so we got to see the blue angels perform over the city. Everyone was very friendly. The valet parking was convenient. It is in San Francisco and there are homeless people around. They in no way bothered me or my wife, but if you are scared of homeless people or cities, maybe don’t stay in San Francisco.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

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