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Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

Property class: 1.5

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with a dark headboard, a white pillow, and a framed picture of a person playing a guitar on the wall above.

Superior Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a red wall, a bed with a dark cover, a guitar, a desk with a lamp, and a window with red curtains.

Traditional Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a window with red curtains.

Janis Joplin Room, King Bed, Private bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Bed in 4 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a green accent wall, a bed with dark bedding, a guitar on the wall, and a framed poster.

Green Day Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with red curtains, a lamp, a guitar, and various wall decorations.

Grateful Dead Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a guitar, a window with curtains, and various wall decorations including posters and framed pictures.

Metallica Room with Shared Bathroom

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

View all photos for Single Bed in Female 2 Bed Capsule Room

A compact, well-lit room with a bunk bed, a small desk with a mirror, and a sink.

Single Bed in Female 2 Bed Capsule Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact, well-lit room with a bunk bed, a small desk with a mirror, and a sink.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A train compartment with bunk beds, a shelf unit, and a window with red curtains.

Single Bed in 4 Bed Male Capsule Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A train compartment with bunk beds, a shelf unit, and a window with red curtains.

Single Bed in 4 Bed Female Capsule Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact, modern room with bunk beds labeled 01 and 02, a small kitchenette, and a hanging light fixture.

Single Bed in 6 Bed Male Capsule Room

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

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A compact, modern room with bunk beds labeled 01 and 02, a small kitchenette, and a hanging light fixture.

Single Bed in 6 Bed Female Capsule Room

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

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Downtown San Francisco, Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience is adjacent to The Regency Ballroom and within a 10-minute walk 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 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lombard Street - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • California St & Polk St Stop - 3 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 4 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piccolo Italia Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sai Jai Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Amsterdam - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tommy's Joynt - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Another Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

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 15.0 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 15.0 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 Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience on Sep 2, 2026 start from $116, including 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 within a short 14-minute walk of Union Square and also 15 minutes on foot from San Francisco City Hall. You'll also find Lombard Street and San Francisco Bay within a short drive.

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

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

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 do couples enjoy most about Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a garden view, a kitchenette, and free WiFi in some guestrooms.

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

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

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.

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

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 14.7 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 19.9 mi away (39-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience.

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 569 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 569 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 569 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 569 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 47 out of 569 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience, staff, and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, it was a jam. Best hostel in the city probably.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the Janis Joplin room, easy to stay with nice staff members.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff Great environment Clean room Clean community bathroom. Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Danny is the best host ever. And he has awesome hair too.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimlong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wowww amazing experience here
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great, the room was clean, my roomies were polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibes. Very professional and friendly staff. One block from Polk. Plenty of food options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great, room was nice
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and helpful, great location and fun atmosphere that you don't get in most other hotels/hostels. Shared rooms are well above industry standard as far as privacy goes, however the mattresses in the pods range from poor to bad, and depending on the location of your room, the downstairs music area can become quite the distraction. Not luxury by any means but more than serviceable for the rates.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ERBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Felt like a rockstar during my stay. I like their housekeeping eveyday!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, cool atmosphere, and staff were very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Staff & service
Spotless and courteous. Old building though.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ariunzaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay ;)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Further from downtown than you think, dangerous at night, too close to the Tenderloin. The beds are extremely uncomfortable, very hard "mattress", was in pain every day. The lockers have no locks, bring your own.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My vibe I have a passion for music. This the place for the soul tribe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud music until 9pm-ish.....
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i absolutely loved staying here. it was my first time in san francisco as a young solo female traveller and this place was the best hostel i stayed in by far. the staff are amazing and super down to earth and helpful, the events hosted are super fun , there’s so many places to hangout around the hotel, and the area is beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julian

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

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

Great stay

Great place to stay. Got a single room might try the shared rooms next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ariunzaya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most convenient place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lily

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
They gave our room away to someone else then told us there were no other available rooms to choose from since everyone else had already checked in. In actuality there was another, better room, like the one i had booked, available because the people who came in and checked in after us were given that room. The event space, bar and restaurant were not open at all during our visit either. The bed was incredibly old and uncomfortable and the room itself made me so allergic i had to sleep with my head at the foot of the bed near the window to get fresh air.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026