Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from CPMC Van Ness Campus

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1050 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94109
  • Place, Van Ness Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, CPMC Van Ness Campus
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Regency Ballroom
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Larger Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two Double Suite

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2

Hearing Accessible Guestroom Two Doubles

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-Mobility Accessible With Tub

  • Sleeps 2

King Room-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Suite, 2 Double Beds Mobility Accessible Tub

  • Sleeps 4

Suite, 2 Double Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4

Suite With 2 Double Beds And Tub-Mobility And Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Downtown San Francisco, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. is adjacent to CPMC Van Ness Campus with other popular attractions like Lombard Street within a couple of miles (3 km). This 157-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Van Ness Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Great American Music Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • CPMC Van Ness Campus - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Regency Ballroom - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bill Graham Civic Auditorium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 4 min drive
  • California St & Van Ness Ave Stop - 7 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Great American Music Hall - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Edinburgh Castle Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tommy's Joynt - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taisho - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ike's Sandwiches - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from CPMC Van Ness Campus
At Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave., guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. Self parking is available for USD 49 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a meeting room, and a computer station.
40-inch LED TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. IPod docks, refrigerators, and free local calls are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 49 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 8 to 16 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mel's Kitchen

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1908
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 16 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 49 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00 (subject to availability)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers 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 and debit 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Opal Hotel
Opal Hotel San Francisco
Opal San Francisco
San Francisco Opal
Opal San Francisco Hotel
The Opal San Francisco Hotel San Francisco
Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. on Nov 28, 2025 start from $169.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

This hotel is situated in Downtown San Francisco, just steps from Great American Music Hall and The Regency Ballroom, and within a short walk of Van Ness Avenue. You'll also find Oracle Park and Pier 39 within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

Yes, parking is offered for USD 49 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. feature a casino on the premises?

No, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as a restaurant and a restaurant bar.

Are there hot tubs at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

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

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Mel's Kitchen.

Does Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave..

Are there connecting rooms at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

The closest major airport to Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 14.8 mi away (32 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 20.2 mi away (42-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave.?

No, at Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave., there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 529 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 529 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 529 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 529 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 529 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building is nicely renovated. We did have no AC our first night. Staff was great and mels diner was great too. The surrounding area isn't the best for families but being able to waymo around helped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Guadalupe

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The AC didn’t work for the most part of our trip, but the hotel provided a fan. Although it helped, it wasn’t enough to cool down through out the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The ac was out. We werent notified. Only a fan was offered
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Stasha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning was not working during our stay. The rooms were extremely hot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was beautiful, in a more rough part of the city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Awesome staff and comfortable room

Love the security here and the front staff. They always remember my wife and I. Best hotel in my opinion in San Francisco. See you guys in December
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

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

Close to CPMC

Booked this hotel as I have an early check in for procedure at the CPMC campus across the street. Checkin process is quick. Hotel is beautiful and room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only caveat Parking situation was not ideal but doable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nilesh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like when I was asked for parking fee of $50. There is a confusion on Expedia booking when it says parking and breakfast is available. Be clear if it is included or not instead of confusing the customer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

tomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice just wish i could park in the facility
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect starting with Maria at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was the best part of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was very clean, staff were pleasant and very accommodating. Looked exactly like the photos on line. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Csilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Douglas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not great. The area is riddled with homeless drug addicts at every entrance. It felt dangerous my wife refused to stay another night and we booked another hotel in a different location. The hote refused to help me refund the remaining 2 days we had booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Beautiful room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025