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About the Hotel

1388 California Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94109

Rooms & Amenities

Cable Car Hotel offers guest rooms with private or shared bathrooms. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, microwave, and compact refrigerator. Some rooms feature courtyard views. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Heating, tea and coffee facilities, and free toiletries are provided.

Dining Options

No onsite restaurants are available. A vending machine offers snacks and drinks. Nearby dining options include Tony's Pizza, The Coffee Bean, and various eateries in Chinatown, a 1 km walk away.

Leisure & Services

The hotel provides laundry facilities for guest use. A cable car stop is directly across the street, offering easy access to Fisherman's Wharf (2.5 km away) and other attractions. No spa or fitness facilities are available on-site.

Location & Transport

Located in Nob Hill, the hotel is a 20-minute walk from Union Square, Lombard Street, and Chinatown. Coit Tower is 1.5 km away, and the Golden Gate Bridge is 3.6 km from the property. The F Market Street Car is 2 km away. Oakland International Airport is 19 km from the hotel, while San Francisco International is 25 km away.

Family & Accessibility

One child under 6 years stays free. The hotel does not offer specific family services or child-friendly amenities. Public transport, including the nearby cable car, provides access to major attractions like Pier 39 (2 km) and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (2 km).

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Max:
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
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Heating
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Standard Room
Max:
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Heating
Fireplace
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
San Francisco 1.2 mi
Airports
San Francisco International (SFO) 14.8 mi
Oakland International (OAK) 19.9 mi
Train
F Market Street Car 1.3 mi
Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station 1.6 mi
Underground
Powell Street Station4000 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

1388 California Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94109
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1388 California Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94109
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Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
82%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Convenient location
Good service
Limited dining options
Basic facilities
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
7.8
Location
9.2
Service
8.5
Dining
7.2
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 6 reviews
5.9
5.9/10 based on 614 reviews
Neil
United Kingdom, April  2024
8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently close to Chinatown and Union Square, near shops and bus stops. The rooms offer good amenities and come with their own bathroom facilities, even with the windows open and a fan on. The service is reliable with efficient housekeeping, commercial services available, and laundry facilities. However, the dining options with homemade pies and jams are not extensive.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are equipped with good amenities and have their own bathroom facilities.
Service
9.0
The housekeeping service is efficient, and there are commercial services and laundry facilities available.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is pretty convenient, with proximity to Chinatown, Union Square, shops, and a bus stop.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience features home-made pies and jams.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers satisfactory facilities to guests.
Convenient location
Limited dining options
Christopher
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.2/10

This hotel is a hidden gem offering a peaceful stay close to the city center. The rooms are cozy and well-equipped, and the service is top-notch. However, the noise levels can be a drawback for light sleepers. The value for money is excellent, making it a great choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms with shared bathroom were cozy and well-equipped.
Service
9.0
The service, including housekeeping, was top-notch.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in the center of beautiful SF, offering easy access to the main attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were limited, but the breakfast was decent.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and convenient for guests.
Arthur
United States, August  2023
8.2/10

I found this hotel to be a cozy gem, located right above a vibrant bar with its own bathroom facilities. The bed was super comfortable, and the room had great amenities, making my stay quite pleasant. However, the noise from the bar could be a bit bothersome for light sleepers.

Rooms
8.0
I loved the comfortable bed and the great amenities in the room.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, and the housekeeping was top-notch.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located next to a Trader Joe's supermarket and easily accessible from the airport, with the bonus of being right next to a cable car stop.
Dining
7.0
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers convenient on-site shops and commercial services, and their laundry service was efficient.
Jeff
United States, August  2023
8.4/10

This hotel was a gem in the city center, with cozy rooms and great amenities. The service was top-notch, and the location couldn't have been better. However, the shared bathroom was a bit inconvenient, and the homemade bread at dining was a delightful touch.

Rooms
8.0
I stayed in a room with a shared bathroom, but even with the windows open and the fan on, it was comfortable and clean. The fridge in the room was handy for keeping drinks cold.
Service
9.0
The service here was excellent overall. Housekeeping was attentive, and the availability of shops and commercial services made my stay convenient.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect, right in the heart of Nob Hill and close to all the hotspots. Being near the bus stop was a plus for exploring the city easily.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was lovely, especially with the delicious homemade bread served. It added a nice homely touch to the stay.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had good amenities to offer, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Cozy rooms
Shared bathroom
Mark
United States, June  2023
6.8/10

The hotel was a mixed bag; The rooms were basic but provided comfort with a private bathroom. The service was decent, offering standard amenities, yet the value for money aspect was a bit lacking.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, even with the windows open and a fan on, were comfortable despite some noise from a nearby bar. They did have a private bathroom, which was convenient.
Service
6.0
The service was okay with standard facilities provided. However, there were no exceptional services that stood out.
Location
8.0
The location was quite convenient, being close to a bus stop and a grocery store. It was also near various attractions, making it pretty accessible.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience, particularly with cured meat offerings, was satisfactory but didn't offer anything extraordinary.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel provided basic facilities that met the standard requirements of guests, but there was nothing particularly luxurious or standout.
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Check-in
25Jun2025
Check-out
26Jun2025
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 room