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Hotel Emblem San Francisco

4.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, near City Lights Booksellers

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Exterior
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Coffee shop
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Interior
Hotel Emblem San Francisco captures the city's vibrant spirit in its boutique setting. Guests can relax in the coffee shop, enjoy billiards, or fuel up with continental breakfast. Active visitors love on-site bike rentals and cycling options to explore Lombard Street.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
562 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 24 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Sutter St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 3 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cocktail Haven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Concierge Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Level III - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Upscale boutique hotel near Lombard Street
Located close to City Lights Booksellers and The Beat Museum, Hotel Emblem San Francisco provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. Active travelers can enjoy mountain biking at this hotel.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free premises, a bicycle shuttle, and luggage storage
  • A billiards/pool table, free newspapers, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 96 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 75 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 13 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Bluestone Lane
  • Obscenity Bar and Lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle equipment shop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Mountain biking

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1907
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 250 per accommodation, per day
  • Resort fee: USD 40.02 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • In-room coffee
  • Lending library access
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 13 to 25 per person
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 75 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, 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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Emblem Francisco Francisco
Hotel Emblem San Francisco Hotel
Hotel Emblem San Francisco San Francisco
Hotel Emblem San Francisco Hotel San Francisco
Hotel Emblem San Francisco a Viceroy Urban Retreat

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Emblem San Francisco pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Emblem San Francisco?

Valet parking is available for USD 75 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Emblem San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Emblem San Francisco?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Hotel Emblem San Francisco located?

Located in Union Square, this boutique hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of City Lights Booksellers and The Beat Museum. Lombard Street and Pier 39 are also within 2 mi (3 km). Powell St & Sutter St Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Powell St & Bush St Stop is 2 minutes.

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Hotel Emblem San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 760 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1010 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and friendly and the rooms were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was simply perfect, very close to everything and a variety of dining options that are always a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very helpful and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotels ambiance and decorating. So quirky, comfortable, and convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger Karl Arne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Soo nice and friendly staff, very helpful. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place central location would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff lovely, very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in a great location, perfect for our trip. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
sooooo central,, greeat food and drink options close by
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a decent price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe, staff was nice, location was close to everything, and bluestone coffee is great. Rooms great too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky building with interesting design. Right in Union Square, easy access to BART.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved this hotel! It was charming, spotless, and had such a cozy, city-living vibe. The location was perfect—right in the heart of a lively area with plenty of great restaurants and nightlife just steps away. We truly felt like locals during our stay. We’ll definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my stay here. Everyone at the front desk that I interacted with was very nice and helpful. I loved the cafe. The bed was comfy. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan Gray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really fun vibe and close to shopping, restaurants, union square and the world famous trolley’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, very welcoming and top notch service. Rooms are well appointed and location is excellent. The only negative I can provide as feedback is that the automatic closing bathroom doors are a bit annoying and the towels had a bit of a musty smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a small but friendly hotel with a fondness for everything literary. We were drawn to it by its quirky theme and decor, something different from other hotels in the area. Desk staff and housekeeping were all very friendly, personable and helpful. It was nice to be able to walk into the attached coffee shop for caffeine and a breakfast sandwich. My wife appreciated that they have gluten free bread.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that it leaned into the Beat Generation vibe of nearby North Beach. The decor was playful and tasteful. The staff were warm and very attentive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its conveniently located and I was able to do a lot on my first day. I had lunch at Sears, great food and service. I shopped around and got on the Big Bus to tour SF and got back in time to take the #30 bus to Oracle Park to watch a baseball game. They have wonderful staff and are very accommodating. Thank you so much for wonderful hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Fun stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great boutique hotel with an artistic theme. The price was great for the location in SF and accommodations. Very close to plenty of food options and convenience stores. Enjoyed my stay and would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nazia

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was fine but had a really nad odor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairghread

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a sweet place and it is so charming! Great theme and location. Fabulous staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kapil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, neat hotel, rooms are small. Front desk person during checkout wasn’t very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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