The Herbert Hotel

2 stars
161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States
San Francisco, CA
+1 415 362 1600
7.0
Good
based on 2152 reviews
2,152 reviews
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Mon 13/7
2 guests, 1 room
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£42
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£50
Double room, 1 twin bed
£58
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Overview

Herbert Hotel is set amongst San Francisco's popular nightlife destinations, just a short stroll from Powell Street Station. It is close to Union Square Plaza.

The hotel has 35 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Helpful and professional staff are available 24 hours a day.

All of the contemporary rooms at Herbert Hotel are equipped with a hair dryer. There are also several connecting rooms designed to accommodate families or groups travelling together.

The location of the hotel permits convenient access to many tourist attractions. The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Moscone Center are a short walk away.

7.0
Good
2152 reviews

Latest deals for The Herbert Hotel

Sun 12/7
-
Mon 13/7
Queen room, bed type unknown
£42
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£82
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
£103
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£43
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£56
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£65
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£45
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£50
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 queen bed
£74
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£53
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£55
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£63
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 twin bed
£58
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£62
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£88
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£58
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£58
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£70
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
£108
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£60
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£73
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£82
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£60
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£61
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£69
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
£62
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
£67
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
£86
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
£75
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
£75
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£85
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
£130
nightly with fees
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Amenities at The Herbert Hotel

  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out

Basics

  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating

General

  • Family rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Seating area
  • City view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Lift
  • Designated smoking area

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Dining

  • Coffee machine

Reviews of The Herbert Hotel

7.0
Good
2152 verified ratings
Wonderful
516
Very good
465
Good
511
Okay
239
Fair
190
Mediocre
79
Poor
152

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's excellent location, which is close to public transport, shops, and city attractions, making it very convenient for travelers. Many reviewers also mention that the hotel offers good value for the price, especially given the generally high cost of accommodation in the area. However, there are frequent complaints about cleanliness, with several guests noting unclean rooms, lack of housekeeping, and issues with shared bathrooms. Service is also criticized, particularly the absence of staff and poor room maintenance. Bed comfort receives mixed to negative feedback, with some finding the beds uncomfortable or too high. Overall, while the location and value are strong positives, cleanliness, service, and bed comfort are areas needing improvement.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location10 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Augusto, Jul 2019
Pros (+) Great location.
Cons (-) Better bed
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2017
Cons (-) I don't recall reading that the rooms did not have air conditioning.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) The location is excellent
Cons (-) -The noise level with the other rooms - can hear everything that happens with the next room -The shared toilet was not great. Everytime I used it, it smelled awful.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) Cannot control heater, no heater at night

Location

161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square211 yd
  • Museum of Modern Art0.4 mi
  • Moscone Center0.4 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid0.7 mi
  • Civic Center Plaza0.7 mi
  • San Francisco City Hall0.8 mi
  • Downtown San Francisco0.8 mi
  • Embarcadero1 mi
  • Ferry Building1 mi
  • San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge1.1 mi
  • Oracle Park1.2 mi
  • Lombard Street1.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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February
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£157
£88
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Herbert Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Herbert Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Herbert Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Herbert Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £57, while the most expensive was £65.
  • How long should you stay at The Herbert Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 4 days.

FAQs when booking at The Herbert Hotel

  • Where is The Herbert Hotel located?

    The Herbert Hotel is located at 161 Powell Street in Union Square Area, 0.6 miles from the centre of San Francisco. Union Square is the closest landmark to The Herbert Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Herbert Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Herbert Hotel.

  • How far is The Herbert Hotel from the airport?

    The Herbert Hotel is 11.5 miles from San Francisco. The Herbert Hotel is 11.5 miles from Oakland.

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Distance to airport

7.7
0.6 mi
San Francisco
11.5 mi

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