COVA Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Room service
Bar
Gym
Parking available
Breakfast included
Pet friendly

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655 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109

Union Square
‪11 min walk‬
Moscone Convention Center
‪3 min drive‬
Oracle Park
‪3 min drive‬
San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
‪19 min drive‬

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Room options

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

600 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Standard Room (Room Selected at Check-In)

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

250 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Downtown San Francisco, COVA Hotel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and Union Square. 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

Bill Graham Civic Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Union Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Moscone Convention Center - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 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

‪Black Cat - ‬4 min walk
‪Tu Kim Coffee Shop - ‬1 min walk
‪Saigon Sandwich - ‬2 min walk
‪Great American Music Hall - ‬3 min walk
‪Sai Jai Thai Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

COVA Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Bill Graham Civic Auditorium

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, concierge services, and luggage storage. 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, Khmer, Portuguese, Spanish

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$112 nightly

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Total includes taxes and fees

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

24-hour business center
Computer station
Conference space
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

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

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

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

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.
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 within a short 8-minute walk of Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and also 13 minutes on foot from Union Square. You'll also find Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

Are there hot tubs at COVA Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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 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

7.6

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Mar 29, 2020

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

Mar 27, 2020

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

Mar 19, 2020

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

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Traveled with family

Mar 19, 2020

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

Mar 18, 2020

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

Mar 16, 2020

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 16, 2020

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

Mar 14, 2020

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

Mar 13, 2020

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

Mar 12, 2020

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 10, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It was good.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with group

Mar 10, 2020

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

Mar 8, 2020

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

Mar 6, 2020

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

Mar 5, 2020

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

Mar 2, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Feb 25, 2020

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

MandyL, Boston, ma

Feb 15, 2020

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

Feb 15, 2020

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 12, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Feb 5, 2020

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

Feb 3, 2020

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

Jan 31, 2020

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

Jan 28, 2020

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

Jan 27, 2020

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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Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Renovations and closures

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

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Frequently asked questions

COVA Hotel Reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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