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Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

1.5 star property
Art Deco hotel in San Francisco

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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1353 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109
  • Place, The Regency Ballroom
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Van Ness Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Great American Music Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Interior

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Janis Joplin Room, King Bed, Private bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Janis Joplin Room, King Bed, Private bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed in 4 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed in 6 Beds Male Dormitory Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Bed in 4 Beds Male Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Green Day Room with Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Green Day Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Grateful Dead Room with Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Grateful Dead Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Metallica Room with Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Metallica Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Single Bed in Female 2 Bed Capsule Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Comfort Shared Dormitory (Single Bed in 2 Bed Male Capsule Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bed in 4 Bed Male Capsule Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Single Bed in 4 Bed Female Capsule Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Single Bed in 6 Bed Male Capsule Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Single Bed in 6 Bed Female Capsule Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

Grateful Dead Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Metallica Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Comfort Shared Dormitory (Single Bed In 2 Bed Male Capsule Room)

  • Sleeps 1

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

1 Person In 6-Capsule With En-Suite-Male Only

  • Sleeps 1

Janis Joplin Room, King Bed, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe King Room with Private BathRoom

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Downtown San Francisco, Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience is within a 5-minute walk of The Regency Ballroom and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Great American Music Hall. This 36-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a computer station, and express check-in.

What's nearby

  • The Regency Ballroom - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Van Ness Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Great American Music Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Warfield Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • California St & Polk St Stop - 3 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 4 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lush Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sofiya - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McTeague's Saloon - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Lopo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Diner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

Art Deco hotel in San Francisco
Guests of Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and access to locker space. Additional amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Portable fans, desks, and free toiletries are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: USD 8.50 per person

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1907
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Wednesday - Monday (9:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Tuesday - Tuesday (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 10 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 8.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.00 per night

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Music City Hotel San Francisco
Encore Express Hostel
Encore Express Hostel San Francisco
Encore Express San Francisco
Music City San Francisco
Music City Hotel
Music City Hotel Home of the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

As of Dec 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience on Dec 16, 2025 start from $85.0, 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's there to see around Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

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

Is parking available on site at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience have a casino on the premises?

No, Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include kitchenettes and garden views in some guestrooms.

Are there hot tubs at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

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

Does Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience offers breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience though service animals are welcome.

Does Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

The closest major airport to Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 15.1 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 19.5 mi away (27-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience.

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 480 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 480 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 480 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 480 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 480 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teddy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The shades on the beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Manuel

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Willard Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I was pleasantly surprised with the absolute incredible weekend my wife and I experienced. We saw many excellent performances including MC Hammer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

yvonne, Long Beach

Liked: Staff & service
The hostel has long term people living there. My room mate had a lot of things that
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's probably one of my favorite hotels I've ever stayed at.. definitely in the top 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Annabel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm being harassed so badly I don't know what to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place! Had a good experience here
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Place was nicely decorated and had no complaints the entire time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Pelenato, San Francisco

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First they booked me in an all female room, the lady manager with no basic human manners yell at me to get out of the room or she's call the police. She have a guest to talk to me, all this happened at 1:30 am. I have to waited in the small coffee room until 8:00am for the morning manager to rebooked me in a different all male room so I did. I NEVER SLEEP THERE UNTIL THE CHECKOUT DAY, turn in the keys and I was out of there, never returned, never recommended, never stayed here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Budget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained, capsules are private, nice venue downstairs, nice amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s great that you can play the guitar and amp in the room. The bathrooms are fine, but the electronic key opens the door even if someone is in there. They should have a manual lock on the inside so nobody can enter while you are in there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained and very accommodating. Room was clean, bathroom was clean and staff was very helpful
Nightstand in room. Grateful Dead themed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Budget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and well managed as usual
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina, Seattle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will never not stay here if I am traveling to San Fran.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The music decor was very cool. We stayed in the Metallica room. They had pictures of various San Francisco bands and a brief history about them. The shared bathroom was a different experience but not bad. The check in hostess was amazing and very friendly. There is live music downstairs to enjoy at no extra charge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing the property was unbelievable. One gentleman on staff younger gentleman didn't want to get rid of spoiled food and asked me to do the trash. Kristen was amazing. Surrounding area needed a little help but other than that the people were very welcoming the staff was very accommodating and musicians were very welcoming. The rooms were clean and the people were very hospitality. I enjoyed my time and would recommend this place to all musician lovers learning about music and culture. Thank you music City San Francisco.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Budget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well designed hostel. Good facilities, capsules provide lots of privacy. Nice tea and coffee selections.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

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