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Surf Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Presidio of San Francisco

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Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Living area | TV
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks
Private kitchenette
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette
Front of property - evening/night
Located in central San Francisco, Surf Motel offers in-room WiFi and free self-parking, appreciated by savvy travelers. The 24-hour front desk and concierge team guide guests to nearby attractions like the Palace of Fine Arts and Ghirardelli Square with insider knowledge.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable/satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable/satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed

Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Family Room Suite w/ Sofa Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable/satellite channels
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2265 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA, 94123

What's nearby

  • Presidio of San Francisco - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Palace of Fine Arts - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Golden Gate Bridge - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Lombard St Stop - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Delarosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monaghan's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blackwood - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bluestone Lane - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Surf Motel

Motel near Presidio of San Francisco
Close to Lombard Street, Surf Motel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Surf Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

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:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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
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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Motel Surf
Surf Hotel San Francisco
Surf Motel San Francisco
Surf Motel Motel
Surf Motel San Francisco
Surf Motel Motel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Is Surf Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Surf Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Surf Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Surf Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Surf Motel located?

Located in Cow Hollow, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Chestnut Street and Presidio of San Francisco. Pier 39 and Golden Gate Bridge are also within 3 mi (5 km). Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop is 23 minutes by foot and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop is 23 minutes.

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Surf Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 300 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 154 out of 1006 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for the price, loved location, would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not pet friendly, rooms and bathrooms clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great as were the staff. The only issue is not enough parking spaces for the number of rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Graylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of this Motel was amazing. Room was clean and quiet and was perfect for my 4 night stay. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service
Good place for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quetzalcoatl

Liked: Amenities
Excellent location. Nice people
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager is very quick to respond to any bookings. Very pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always have a good time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Amenities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alton

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff unprofessional room filthy dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

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

Convenient and clean motel near Waterfront

I stay at the Surf motel many a visit to SF. The staff is friendly, rooms are clean with some updates like laminate floors. It is well situated near the Embarcadero waterfront in SF. Great location and some good food nearby. It is helpful to be able to park in their parking lot with a parking tag as a guest.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff , and the cleaning was just perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms here are very clean and have alot of space! Staff is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

SHAOWEI

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The noise of cars is very loud. The equipment is very poor, and there is no hot water in the morning. It's convenient to eat, and there are many restaurants to choose from around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

A+
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wade

It’s a great value, but slim
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Graylin

Liked: Staff & service
It's the motel in San Francisco that lets you smoke cigars in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Alexandria

Disliked: Amenities
Linens and room were clean but run down. Rust on lamps, bathroom door had loose hinges so didn’t close well, room door needed weather stripping so light and air came in. There was very minimal parking that was first come, first serve. We were able to get a spot but definitely don’t count on it. The area was fine, easy to get the bus to destinations, very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was cool. Nice place. Glad they had an elevator
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sohaila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean room but hand soap, pillows are very old and flat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice clean large room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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