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The Monte Cristo

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A building facade with a blue ornate entrance, a sign reading "Monte Cristo," and two potted plants on the ground. - The Monte Cristo (San Francisco)
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall. - The Monte Cristo (San Francisco)
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Located close to Full House House and Lyon Street Steps, The Monte Cristo provides free breakfast (local cuisine) and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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A room with a wooden dresser, a chair, a desk with a lamp, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a door with a light fixture.

Deluxe Cal King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, and a mirror.

Deluxe Lyon - Street Level Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and patterned wallpaper.

Economy Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A classic wooden bed with a floral-patterned bedspread and matching pillows, set against a wallpapered wall with a framed picture.

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a floor lamp, and a window with a view of a balcony.

Tiny Double - Street Level Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Western Addition, a neighborhood in San Francisco, The Monte Cristo is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Walt Disney Family Museum and California Academy of Sciences are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Full House House and Palace of Fine Arts. Don't miss out on a visit to Lyon Street Steps. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
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600 Presidio Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94115

What's nearby

  • A row of Victorian houses with a city skyline in the background.
    Full House House
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Golden Gate Bridge with its distinctive red towers and suspension cables, spanning the entrance to San Francisco Bay.
    Presidio of San Francisco
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A cityscape with a prominent church with two towers and a dome, surrounded by modern buildings and trees.
    University of San Francisco
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A large white greenhouse with a dome roof, surrounded by a garden with colorful flowers and palm trees.
    Golden Gate Park
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • A large, ornate building with a dome and multiple arches, surrounded by a body of water and greenery.
    Palace of Fine Arts
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • California St & Van Ness Ave Stop
    3 min drive
  • San Francisco Station
    7 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    9 min walk
  • Q Specialty Coffee
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    9 min walk
  • Super Duper Burgers
    5 min walk
  • B. Patisserie
    8 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

  • Offsite parking within 0.4 miles (USD 80 per day), from 7:00 AM to 9:00 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

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 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
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 9:00 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
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)

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).

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

The Monte Cristo Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 491 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 491 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 491 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 491 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 491 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, wonderful amenities. You can’t go wrong staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute place, great location and lots of snacks!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

This is an attractive and well managed bed and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Candan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure homey great breakfast, snack drinks available 24/7
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The absolute best bed & breakfast in San Francisco! Cleanest rooms, friendliest and most attentive staff, great location, most delicious breakfasts and snacks/baked goodies throughout the day. Our son graduated from USF this past Saturday and we’ve consistently stayed here. On our next trip to S.F., just to visit and explore more we’ll stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Georg

Easy check in and out, clean and charming
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kai-Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a clean and charming bed and breakfast with so much character. The shared spaces are welcoming. The breakfast was fantastic each and every day! The staff is exceptionally helpful and kind. The neighborhood is safe with a lot of food options and corner stores nearby. If you drive here, parking is challenging but not impossible I look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, very clean, nice staff and an excellent breakfast & snacks!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Healthy breakfast made to order, clean rooms, and friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam

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

Great stay!

Amazing B&B, love the decor, feels so comfort and the front desk host was so pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing friendly staff. The rooms are clean with great decor. Breakfast was great with a few options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Britni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay, the staff and guests were all so nice! Room was really comfortable and we loved the location of the B&B, it was a quiet area but near all the things we wanted to see.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Staff were wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a very nice B and B. Quiet room and very good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anne Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A true gem! We enjoyed our stay very much. You feel you' ve stepped back in tme while enjoying modernity ( japanese toilets!!!). The breakfast was simply exceptional . Now my favorite place to stay in SF, in the safe a d beautiful Pacific Heights district
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I always stay here when I visit San Francisco. Wonderful service and a breakfast that can’t be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice

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

Wonderful B & B

This place has all the comforts of home and hospitality of a top hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff is courteous. It’s an old house and you can hear people talking and walking in your room from floor above. The decor is beautiful.Breakfast is very good and the homemade cookies are the best ever!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
comfortable and well maintained property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place the style of the rooms are amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chetan

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

Great stay for a vegan couple!

Jeff and Shalini were amazing!! Really enjoyed our stay. Very quaint bedrooms, very clean bathrooms, and a perfect stay for a vegan couple like us!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay - all the staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was excellent. Breakfast was served right on time and quite a variety of food was available 24 hours. A very comfortable historic feel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Noam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Motne Christo Bed and Breakfast never fails it’s always a good nights stay there, friendly staff and just above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024