Argonaut Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel (San Francisco, CA) - Hotel Reviews

Address: 495 Jefferson Street at Hyde, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA 94109

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Region: United States > California > San Francisco

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Wheelchair access

Hotel Style:

#4 Luxury Hotels in San Francisco

#5 Family Hotels in San Francisco

#10 Business Hotels in San Francisco

#31 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco

Price Range: $$$

Hotel Class:4 star (4*)

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Located in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco's most popular destination, the boutique Argonaut Hotel features breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. This luxury hotel, a Kimpton Hotel, is historically set in a former timber and brick warehouse across from the waterfront. With its exceptional service, its charming style and the adjacent family-friendly Blue Mermaid Chowder House, the Argonaut Hotel is an ideal spot to enjoy San Francisco. ... more less

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Also Known As:: Kimpton San Francisco; Argonaut Hotel; Argonaut Hotel San Francisco

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joelgeyer

San Francisco, California

Senior Reviewer

9 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

4 helpful votes

“Perfect location on SF Wharf”

Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Reasonably priced and perfect location. This is where the tourist clutter ends and the cable car ends, and the beautiful bike path to the Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito begging! From here you can ride your bike across the GG Bridge and take a ferry back in under four hours! Nice rooms. But perfect location. Worth the price.

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Erin N

Hopewell Junction, New York

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16 reviews

4 hotel reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

“Wonderful staff, perfect location”

We stayed here our recent trip to San Francisco. We splurged a bit for this hotel due to its location and it was more than worth it. The staff was so friendly and accommodated our bags even when we arrived hours prior to check in. We were happily surprised to find a bottle of champagne chilling in our room to... More

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Teegs25

Nuriootpa, Australia

“A lovely and friendly hotel”

We thought the Argonaut was a very nice hotel and our room was very cosy. It had a friendly and welcome feel to it. The hotel was in a great location and a short walk from everything. Was across the road from the Cable Car turn around. We had breakfast in the restaurant mainly everyday we were there and the... More

Hi, Teegs25! I'm so glad the two of you found the hotel to be so cozy and convenient for your couple's getaway! I'll let the team know their friendliness made the stay memorable! Thanks for checking out the Blue Maid for breakfast, too. Did you get a chance to visit for chowder at lunch or dinner? That is the true... More

Gina H

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Reviewer

3 reviews

Reviews in 2 cities

“Great location”

Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

Just returned from a 5 night stay with 8 people, family and friends, at the Argonaut. The staff was more than helpful and very friendly. The front desk attendants were always friendly and did everything they could to accommodate our needs. The valets were very nice and always greeted us when returning from an outing. Our group really enjoyed the... More

GinaT, First, let me say I hope that everything is okay for you in Oklahoma. The images of the destruction have been so dramatic... On a brighter note, thank you for visiting us, and I'm glad you loved your king suite and all the quiet of the room. We are pretty happy with the windows and thick brick walls! Take... More

kewarburton

Tunbridge Wells UK

4 reviews

1 helpful vote

“Fantastic hotel, fantastic staff, fabulous stay!”

Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW via mobile

Just had a really enjoyable stay at the Argonaut hotel. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and helpful, the room was spacious, immaculately clean and equipped with everything we needed; coffee machine with Starbucks coffee, real mugs, dressing gowns, an umbrella (for the changeable San Fransisco weather) and even a yoga mat! Every evening between 5 and 6 is... More

Hi, KewarBurton! I'm tickled pink that everything went so FABULOUSLY for your here! In addition to everything you mentioned inside the rooms, we also offer "Forgot It? We've Got It!" amenity products, and the front desk is chock full of "chowder cards" to ensure you get to try the chef's famous appetizer in our restaurant! Hope you can come back... More

Traceyp12

Birmingham, United Kingdom

18 reviews

10 hotel reviews

Reviews in 10 cities

6 helpful votes

“Excellent Friendly Hotel”

Our 4th visit to San Francisco but 1st time to this hotel. The Argonaut is in a good position in Fisherman's Wharf. It is a very impressive looking building (inside & out) and even though there were road works outside the hotel it did not affect our stay at all. We found all the staff to be very friendly, attentive... More

Traceyp12: Hello from the U.S.! Thanks so much for your kind and detailed review, and for mentioning how quiet your room was. The city's road work has been very smooth overall, especially considering the big changes they are making to beautify the street. They are now four weeks or less from the finish line, so to speak -- in time... More

Scottishfiona

1 review

“Fantastic hotel will def recommend.”

Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW via mobile

What can I say, stayed two nights in room 262 interior courtyard, room very quiet and bed extremely comfy, this was early in May before joining cruise ship to Alaska. From check in to check out, it was seamless. Staff very helpful, friendly and attentive, road works still going on out front, don't let this stop you. Breakfast in Blue... More

Thank you again, Scottishfiona! I hope that you enjoyed your return visit here with us last night. I imagine that you were amazed to see how much the road has taken shape along the waterfront while you were up enjoying Alaska! Thanks for coming back to us, and I'm glad you loved the restaurant as well. My teammate just enjoyed... More

BAMF90266

Los Angeles, California

Senior Contributor

21 reviews

Reviews in 13 cities

“You have read it before, but this is great place...”

Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

Not the average large hotel, but a smaller boutique hotel (I prefer these over the larger chains). On the expensive side but if you can swing it it is worth it. Great staff, unique building, close to everything on wharf, walk to anywhere... I do not know if they have spa/pool (so I rated them average)

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Thank you, Bamf90266! Please know that we never tire of 5-star reviews, so thank you for taking the time! It's great to hear that you recommend our exterior/view rooms, fantastic crew, and location. It is so nice to be able to walk when in San Francisco! It helps offset all those crab and chowder calories... not to mention the sourdough... More

guamgirl53

New Jersey

Top Contributor

77 reviews

Reviews in 31 cities

14 helpful votes

“Lovely place to stay on Fishermans Wharf”

Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

mini stay for 4 days- perfect location on Fishermans Wharf. Adjacent to Maritime Museum, across from cable car turn around, 1 block from Ghiardelli Square . Had a room with 2 queen beds- lovely, brick walls, beams in room from original cannery. Would not pay extra for a room "with a view" as there are 4 floors in the building... More

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Thanks, GuamGirl53! I am glad you enjoyed a lovely time here and felt the non-view rooms were still a great deal! The construction has been out of view for our 3rd and 4th floor view rooms which overlook either the park and Golden Gate Bride or Alcatraz and the San Francisco Bay. That said, yes, our doormen and bellmen have... More

ChristopherMGW

Glasgow, United Kingdom

8 reviews

“Excellent location and worth the money”

Recently stayed here for a week. It is not a cheap hotel, but is a fantastic place to stay. Friendly welcoming service. Pet friendly (with some amazingly well behaved dogs) and offering free wine tasting every day between 5 and 6 are great little touches. A special birthday was celebrated with a free bottle of champagne being sent up. This... More

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Hi, ChristopherMGW, I'm so happy that you felt the Argonaut and the team / experience here were worth every penny. Thank you for choosing us for your celebration, and thanks for spreading the word about our hotel and the fun new bike program! More

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