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Chelsea Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A room with a leather sofa set, a round coffee table with fruits and a vase, and a patterned carpet. - Chelsea Inn (San Francisco)
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Located close to Fort Mason and Palace of Fine Arts, Chelsea Inn has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Cow Hollow, a neighborhood in San Francisco, Chelsea Inn is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Fort Mason and Palace of Fine Arts are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Ghirardelli Square. Crissy Field and Golden Gate Bridge are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
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2095 Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA, 94123

What's nearby

  • A steep, tree-lined street with parked cars and residential buildings.
    Union Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A park with people walking and sitting on the grass, a body of water, boats, and a bridge in the background.
    Marina Green
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A harbor with a bridge in the background, a marina with boats, and a building with solar panels.
    Fort Mason
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A large, ornate building with a dome and multiple arches, surrounded by a body of water and greenery.
    Palace of Fine Arts
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Chestnut Street
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station
    7 min drive
  • Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop
    19 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Balboa Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Shake Shack
    3 min walk
  • Marina Indian Nepalese Cuisine
    3 min walk
  • Noah's Bagels
    3 min walk
  • White Rabbit
    1 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 and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Multilingual staff
  • 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Renovated entire property - June 2017
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 150

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
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 available for USD 11.5 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: USD 150
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.5 per day

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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
This property does not permit bikes in guest rooms.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea 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 Chelsea Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chelsea Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 150.

Where is Chelsea Inn located?

Located in Cow Hollow, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort Mason, Palace of Fine Arts, and Ghirardelli Square. Crissy Field and Presidio Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km). Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop is 19 minutes by foot and Hyde St & Filbert St Stop is 19 minutes.

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

Chelsea Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 472 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Good place and location for the cost.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was excellent and very helpful! Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Old fashioned motel with spacious rooms - updated fully to today's standards. Good location on cross town public transport lines. Good value compared to downtown San Francisco hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Parking on site is a plus. If you can get a room on back side is best if bothered by traffic noise. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice service, staff and very clean beds…in my opinion this is a nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location and free parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff spacious room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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No tv service for 3+ days not staffs fault and they did work with me to adjust my stay. Excellent staff and manager
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Well placed hotel for tourism, free parking is a big plus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Convenient location, good parking, room was nice, clean and comfortable. The room fronted on Lombard Street so it was pretty noisy till the bars closed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It's vintage - great location for the price! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My favorite most convenient hotel in SF! Staff are so nice, rooms are so clean and the parking is super safe.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel and our room were very clean and well maintained. The room was basic, even a bit larger than I had anticipated. The window opened which I loved to get some fresh air. We ended up loving the Wharf area, and this hotel was about a 30 minute walk there, or there is a bus stop right outside that will bring you there. Overall, we loved our time here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Short walk to shops and dining, on-site parking a real plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Hotel room as fine. Hotel had signs posted prohibiting bicycles in room, staff strongly recommended removing all valuables from vehicles, and staff recommended bikes be stored at an nonsecure bike rack. This is a deal breaker for people traveling with a bike.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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We really enjoyed our stay at Chelsea Inn! The location could not have been better. We had multiple bus stops within a block. There were plenty of great restaurants and a grocery close by. The room was nice and comfortable, and other than the noise from the street on the weekend, it was fairly quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean and well maintained. Nothing too fancy. No frills. But free parking? In San Francisco? A rare gem on that front. This place is a penny pinchers paradise in a great with many bars and restaurants- easily stumbling distance away
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good sized rooms. Excellent location. Muni stop and Big Bus tour stops directly in front of the hotel. Many restaurants, corner stores, bars, and clubs nearby. Easy access to nearly any part of the city. Provided toiletries. Hot water for long showers never ran out. Housekeeping services upon request. Even though it is an active hub of the city, it was relatively quiet and none of us had trouble sleeeping. Could see a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge from our window. Would definitely recommend to stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I stayed during the Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon and the location was perfect. Trek bike shop near by, food not far away and close to race start. The staff were great, rooms were big and bus stop out the front. It really was the best spot for this race. The bath was good post race as well. Overall highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a great location, near restaurants, coffee, and bars. Near the marina and includes parking. It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, parking and good location. Our favorite spot all the time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

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We were in a room on Fillmore street across from a beer garden. To no fault of the hotel, we had a lot of noise that made it hard to sleep until after the bar closed each night. That being said, the room was perfect, the car was safe, we had an incredible stay. Next time I’ll bring earplugs and will stay here again and again. Thank you all!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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I want to preface this review by mentioning that this is the fourth hotel, all of the same price range, that I’ve stayed in for the past week while my husband and I travel the California coast. Pros: Front staff were very helpful and friendly. Parking was safe and secure in locked garage. Room was clean and had an air of elegance(though somewhat dated) it was large and roomy. The location was good. First appearances were very pleasant. Cons: bed linens were very starched and uncomfortable. Blanket was like a thin piece of cardboard, very stiff. Towels were old, rough and thin. Pillows sunk straight to the mattress. I know everyone likes different kinds of pillows but there are more “middle of the road” pillows that can please many. There was no refrigerator or microwave. The coffee pot had old coffee grinds in it from who knows how long. They attempted to add more plug in outlets to one side of the bed. In this day and age everyone has multiple devices to be charged. My husband wasn’t happy about that. Overall it looked clean and pretty but ultimately my comfort is more important to me. The cons are all “easy fixes” if the hotel cares. I had a horrible night’s sleep which is not fun while on vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Though outdated, there are large rooms, parking on-site, and heaters. They’re cozy. And I’ve stayed on multiple occasions now. Lots to do too in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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WOW! I absolutely lucked out for only $116 night for a Sunday, which is a big bargain for San Francisco. I had low expectations for that low price, especially for San Francisco, but the room was absolutely wonderful! This hotel is on busy noisy Lombard street, but I was placed in Room 102, facing away, and it was really quiet all night! Best of all? FREE PARKING! That is really hard to find in SF! PROs: -Clean, modern, spacious and elegant classy room, felt European chic! -Bathroom felt more dated, but was still clean and pleasant. -FREE PARKING -Coffee Machine -Medium sized LCD TV -Air conditioning -FREE PARKING -Safe neighborhood with dozens of restaurants, cafes, bars, and eateries in walking distance and all are real local joints. -FREE PARKING, including a secure underground lot if you'd like. CONs: -No fridge, but ice machines worked well. -Rooms facing Lombard might be louder I will definitely try to stay here again for future San Francisco trips.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026