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#2 of 33 motels in San Francisco
Location
4.7
Cleanliness
4.4
Service
4.2
Value
4.5

Columbus Motor Inn is an excellent choice for travelers visiting San Francisco, offering a quiet environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.

Close to some of San Francisco's most popular landmarks, such as Mrs Doubtfire House (1.3 mi) and Alcatraz Island (1.6 mi), Columbus Motor Hotel is a great destination for tourists.

Columbus Motor Inn San Francisco is a quiet motel offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a seating area in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free wifi is offered to guests.

The motel features a 24 hour front desk and baggage storage. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available.

While in San Francisco, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Columbus Motor Inn, including House of Prime Rib (0.8 mi), Scoma's (0.4 mi), and Swan Oyster Depot (0.9 mi).

There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular monuments and statues such as Coit Tower, The National Shrine of Saint Francis of Assisi, and Pioneer Monument.

Enjoy your stay in San Francisco!

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Property amenities
Free parking
Parking garage
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
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Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Safe
Seating area
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
Telephone
Clothes rack
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
2.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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Zoe wrote a review Feb 2024
Budleigh Salterton, United Kingdom20 contributions
Location was perfect. We were able to walk to most places. We had a large room with a balcony over the street and glimpses of Alcatraz. Parking was convenient and free. Staff were very friendly and helpful. All in all a wonderful stay and highly recommended.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Free parking. Not far to catch the Powell/Mission tram line. Large room a little dated but...
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bobbe115 wrote a review Nov 2023
Davidson, North Carolina8 contributions8 helpful votes
Six girlfriends from the Charlotte area stayed at the Columbus Motor Inn for 4 nights in October. Most of us had not been to SF in many years, so wanted to make sure we would be in not only a safe area, but one where we could walk to good restaurants and area attractions. What a great decision we made! This hotel is in a wonderful locality and we felt very safe. Prior to our visit, I called the hotel with a few questions. I spoke with Tony each time. He was delightful to say the least, so helpful and gave me good advice on restaurants to which we could walk. Three of us shared a suite and it was perfect! Our room was very clean and plenty big enough for the 3 of us! We had rented a large van, but we always found a parking space (with the help of hotel staff!) in the hotel's enclosed lot - a special amenity. I wish I could remember the name of the woman who checked us all in upon arrival...exhausted from the flight too! She was remarkable, so efficient and we were in our rooms in no time! Although we were on Columbus Avenue and there were lots of busses, trucks etc., the noise did not bother us at all! Kudos to the owner(s) of this hotel - I would recommend your hotel to anyone who asked. Please give Tony and staff our regards and thanks. I think he will remember us!
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Date of stay: October 2023
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CCandWH wrote a review Nov 2023
Auckland, New Zealand505 contributions81 helpful votes
We have been coming here for years from New Zealand. Looks nothing from the outside, but great rooms. Awesome service. Location is perfect to cable car, Fisherman's Wharf walking distance. Recommend Eight O'Clock Cafe for brekkie and Buena Vista. IHoP close by. A good restaurant nearby is Pellegrini's
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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SuzieMac6484 wrote a review Oct 2023
Albert Lea, Minnesota39 contributions13 helpful votes
This is a great location for walking to Russian Hill area, Fisherman's Wharf, Coit Tower, Lombard Street, etc. And the price was good. They had recently remodeled, so the rooms were very nice for the price. Also, a laptop had been accidentally left in the room, and the night desk person went on and above to get it ubered to us down at the airport!
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Daniel H wrote a review Oct 2023
Odense, Denmark52 contributions29 helpful votes
Excellent hotel, great parking, which can be tricky to get into, with a BIG vehicle. The hotel is located very close to Pier 39, like walking distance, and very short walking distance to one of the cable cars. The staff is friendly and the hotel is super clean, would stay there again and again.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Room Tip: Be aware that big vehicles can have trouble get into some spaces.
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Wesley N wrote a review Sep 2023
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I'm so glad I found the Columbus Motor Inn. Had a 4 day, Thursday-Sunday, get away with my 3 grown daughters. We stayed in a family Suite. It was perfect for us. Our room was on the front of the Inn so there was a little road noise but nothing that kept us awake. Having the sink and mirror outside the bathroom was a godsend in the morning with 4 females getting ready for the day. The full size blow dryer was appreciated as only one of us brought one. We had a single serve coffee machine with coffee packets so no one had to run out and get coffee in the morning. Since none of us had been to San Francisco and we were not renting a car the location was very important. This establishment is within walking distance to most of the major tourist attractions. We purchased a pass to ride the Hop on/Hop off bus to do a tour of the city and see some of the attractions further out. Since check out was 11:00 and our flight was not until 5:30 they kindly kept our luggage until it was time to go to the airport. Throughout our stay everyone we encountered here was very friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Krestravelr wrote a review Sep 2023
Gadsden, Alabama48 contributions10 helpful votes
Found this hotel when trying to find a budget friendly location in the area for our road trip. Hotel is very nicely done, room was quiet, had free parking and we were able to store our luggage with them while we walked around San Francisco. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable of the area and how to stay safe while sight seeing. Would recommend as a good option for visiting San Francisco
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
Room Tip: About 5 blocks to Alcatraz start and Pier 39. Free parking. Breakfast not included. ...
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danny68 wrote a review Jul 2023
Woking, United Kingdom430 contributions169 helpful votes
Despite being at the budget end for accommodation in San Francisco we found this hotel a great place to base ourselves to explore the city. It's well located close to many tourist locations. Lots of good breakfast places close by (Eight Am, Pat's Cafe & Mama's on Washington all recommended). The are it's self felt very safe safe and we had no issues what so ever when walking. We had a King & Queen suite. Room was a good size, very clean if a bit dated. We had maid service every day. There was Air Con but only in one room so the second bedroom I would imagine could get uncomfortable if it's hot. The lack of a fridge in the room is really the only negative thing we found. Staff were all very polite & helpful. Hotel offers free parking however there is no need for a car in the City (we got ours when we left for Yosemite) as most places can be walked to or accessed via good transport links. Overall a great place to stay if you are looking for a decent budget friendly option in a good location.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Chris H wrote a review Jul 2023
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Spacious room with a balcony overlooking Columbus Avenue. Street life was more amusing than annoying. Our sleep was not disturbed. YMMV. This was a great find in North Beach and a no-brainer for our next visit. First point of contact (via telephone) was really rude, so I have to ding them for that. Staff IRL were totally cool. Park your car for free (?!?) but pay $7/day to rent a fridge. Those are weird priorities but we kept the beer cold and enjoyed our leftovers. This was a great home base for exploring SF on foot and jammin' econo. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Room Tip: Explore the deserted SFAI campus, two blocks west. Spectacular views in all directions from the...
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jackbry wrote a review Jun 2023
derby uk175 contributions116 helpful votes
Awesome choice when staying in San Francisco with a car. I won't pay huge parking fees, so free was perfect for us. Good and safe feeling location. Tony fixed us up with dinner and breakfast recommendations, both of which were excellent. What a credit to his employers he is, outstanding in every way, and so pleasant too. The room was a good size, clean and comfy.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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$136 - $242 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus Motor Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Columbus Motor Inn?
Nearby attractions include Lombard Street (0.2 miles), Pub Crawl San Francisco (0.2 miles), and San Francisco Art Institute (0.07 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Columbus Motor Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and facilities for disabled guests.
Which room amenities are available at Columbus Motor Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a desk.
What food & drink options are available at Columbus Motor Inn?
Guests can enjoy free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Columbus Motor Inn?
Yes, free parking, a parking garage, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Columbus Motor Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Luisa's Restaurant Wine Bar Since 1959, The Baked Bear, and Eight Am.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Columbus Motor Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Columbus Motor Inn?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Golden Gate Bridge (3.6 miles), Alcatraz Island (1.6 miles), and City Lights Booksellers (0.7 miles).
Is Columbus Motor Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.