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Columbus Motor Inn

2.5 star property
Experience vibrant city life at this inviting inn where you can explore iconic streets by day and relax with convenience at night.

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In the heart of San Francisco, Columbus Motor Inn is a haven with free in-room WiFi. Unwind after a day of exploring Lombard Street and Ghirardelli Square, then take advantage of self parking, luggage storage, vending machine snacks and tour assistance. Guests rave about the helpful staff and location.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(84 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(48 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in San Francisco, Columbus Motor Inn is in the city center. Alcatraz Island and Palace Hotel are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Presidio of San Francisco and San Francisco Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
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1075 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94123

What's nearby

  • Lombard Street
    Lombard Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ghirardelli Square
    Ghirardelli Square
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Van Ness Avenue
    Van Ness Avenue
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Pier 39
    Pier 39
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Diego Rivera Gallery
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Getting around

  • Taylor St & Columbus Ave Stop
    1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station
    5 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Abacá
    4 min walk
  • Cobb's Comedy Club
    2 min walk
  • New Thai Elephant
    5 min walk
  • La Rocca's Corner
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height door lock
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is Columbus Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Columbus Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Columbus Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Columbus Motor Inn located?

Located in Russian Hill, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lombard Street and Ghirardelli Square. Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Taylor St & Columbus Ave Stop and Taylor St & Francisco St Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Columbus Motor Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, clean decent size room.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean room, amazing location, super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Shelly

Liked: Staff & service
I have stayed at the Columbus motor in several times. It’s all about the location and the location is excellent. This time the room, however, had mould in the bathroom on the ceiling and the shade of the lamp was stained. It’s a basic motel with a wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so nice to stay in. Even though it's a little bit older it is clearly well cared for and comfortable to stay in. The beds were so comfortable and we really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, and onsite parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean, quiet spacious stay good area around there to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Good free parking. Staff as friendly and very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not needed but parking available. Central great location, clean and helpful staff BUT no fridge.....
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was very easy Shops,food was very close Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Devesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent affordable rooms! Extremely helpful and friendly staff, parking was very convenient and really nice location! We had an excellent trip because of this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Columbus Inn was perfect. Situated between Fisherman’s Wharf and North Beach. Easy, early check-in. Woman ( Layda?) at front desk was so nice and accommodating. Rooms are really clean. It’s an older hotel, but it’s been updated. Felt very safe and we loved the free parking. Walked everywhere from the hotel and cable car end line is one block over. No refrigerator, but there is a coffeemaker.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, friendly staff, very convenient location, with free parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, staff always friendly. Great location. Always feel safe, I stay here often.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, free parking, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location and parking. Very nice staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The building is vintage decor with old world elegance and our room had a view of Columbus Street which was pretty to see the city at dawn.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Been coming back here for years. Excellent location, clean, quiet, and comfy beds! Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the location. Parking included in hotel night stay. Very clean rooms. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and great friendly staff.. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and convenient. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Bobbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super helpful and friendly. Close to everything you need as a tourist
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at the Columbus Inn, a hidden gem in SF! Location couldn't be better, making restaurants walkable. Staff is wonderful and the rooms are big, comfy and very clean. We stay here every time in SF!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025