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The Monte Cristo

3.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in San Francisco with free breakfast

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Deluxe Cal King | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing
Property entrance
Junior Suite | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix
Deluxe Cal King | Bathroom sink
Lounge
Monte Cristo Bed and Breakfast in central San Francisco offers a welcoming base for city exploration. Enjoy free breakfast with local cuisine, in-room WiFi, lobby coffee, express check-out, and a staff that ensures a comfortable stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Cal King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Lyon - Street Level Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Lyon - Street Level Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Petite Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tiny Double - Street Level Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Tiny Double - Street Level Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 Presidio Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94115

What's nearby

  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Palace of Fine Arts - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Walt Disney Family Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • California Academy of Sciences - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 27 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • California St & Polk St Stop - 3 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Opa Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sunstream Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Monte Cristo

Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2016 and located near Palace of Fine Arts
Located close to Full House House and Lyon Street Steps, The Monte Cristo provides free breakfast (local cuisine). Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • A computer station, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Cable channels and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.4 miles (USD 80 per day), from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1875
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - 2016
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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
Guests arriving after 7 PM should contact the property via email to receive key codes and arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 80 per day (0.4 mi away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Monte Cristo Inn
Monte Cristo Inn San Francisco
Monte Cristo San Francisco
Monte Cristo Inn
Monte Cristo B B
Monte Cristo Bed Breakfast
The Monte Cristo San Francisco
The Monte Cristo Bed & breakfast
The Monte Cristo Bed & breakfast San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monte Cristo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Monte Cristo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 75 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Monte Cristo?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Monte Cristo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 75 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Monte Cristo located?

Located in Western Addition, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Full House House and Lyon Street Steps. Palace of Fine Arts and Walt Disney Family Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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