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Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel

3.5 of 5
405 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Lovely hotel, spacious rooms, nice bathroom, wonderful views of the city. Service was excellent and daily wine reception is a great idea. We were on honeymoon and it felt really luxurious for fairly reasonable prices. Only small 'negative' is lack of free wi fi- we were over from the UK and it makes a huge difference when you can check... More

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Toronto
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

This was our 3rd stay at the Serrano and it certainly will not be our last! Deepak and the entire staff are welcoming, courteous and accommodating; nothing is too much trouble for them. My husband wakes up early and enjoys going down to the lobby to enjoy the coffee and read his newspapers. We enjoy the wine hour, the host... More

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SerranoSF, General Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 21, 2013

Dear Suzi-J47, I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay - and I am very happy that you guys keep coming back! I hope the kids had a good time too... JP told me about the honor bar and how he wanted to make sure it was ok with you to give them a key! Fun times! As usual,... More

Sunderland, United Kingdom
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 via mobile

We chose to stay here based on hotel address and price. We didn't realise that upon arrival, it was in (on the border of) the Tenderloin district which we had been warned to stay away from. This was not an issue at all. The hotel is across from a large Hilton hotel indicating the location is fine. It's a 5... More

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SerranoSF, General Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 16, 2013

Dear diamond8, Thank you for the review... but oops! Looks like we hid our breakfast lounge from you! Our award winning restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. I hope you got a chance to check out our bikes, perfect way to see the fabulous City By The Bay! If not, then next time- which we hope will be soon. Regards,... More

Porto, Portugal
Top Contributor
88 reviews 88 reviews
51 hotel reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013 via mobile

I stayed at the Serrano for 5 nights in April. The hotel is well located, close enough to Union Square and to the Major attractions. The rooms are comfortable and not too noisy and they have wi-Fi available in all the Hotel. The staff is very nice and they offer complimentary coffee in the morning and Wine in the afternoon... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Just five minutes walking to union square. It is important to avoid all the area on the back and low of the hotel, called the civic Center, beside that it is safe to walk on the other streets. Clean and quiet. Staff was useful. Breakfast probably is one of the bad things, the quality was not good and the variety... More

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SerranoSF, General Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Dear P07jose, Thanks for the comments, our location is truly a blessed one but I am not happy to read about your experience with the breakfast - I will see what we can do. I hope you will be back to see us soon. Regards, Deepak Mehra. More

Rotorua, New Zealand
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

We had six nights here and really enjoyed it. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The morning coffee was good but the afternoon wine reception was awesome. We met and chatted with some lovely people. For Cinco de Mayo they also had margaritas, Coronas, guac and chips which was a nice touch The location was good, we did a... More

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SerranoSF, General Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Dear JohnandJennie, Thanks for the kind comments, you've said it all... we take our celebrations seriously! I am happy you got to explore the area with Rick, he loves showing people around the neighborhood. And our restaurant... brilliant isn't it? Well, I hope you will be back soon and please feel free to reach out to us if we can... More

Birmingham, Alabama
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20 reviews 20 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

The staff made the highlight of my stay. The doorman often called me by my name when coming and going from the hotel. The free wine was very nice in the lobby each evening. The front desk lady noted that I was there for 7 nights and put me in a room that was not facing the loud street.

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SerranoSF, General Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Dear guv249, I am so pleased to read your review, our staff really loves welcoming our guests into their home, and I am happy you got to experience that. We hope you will come visit us again soon. Regards, Deepak Mehra. More

Hanford, California
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Me and three of my girlfriends stayed at the Serrano for a much needed getaway on a holiday weekend. I have stayed several times in this area but typically stay at another hotel which was completely booked this weekend. I was told by a friend that Kimpton Hotels were good ones to stay at and I definitely wasn't disappointed. The... More

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SerranoSF, General Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Dear WSUCougs1, I am so happy to read your review and find that you enjoyed your visit to our hotel... I hope we've turned you into a Kimptonite! I hope you got a chance to try out our award winning restaurant. Please feel free to reach out to me if I can ever be of personal assistance. Regards, Deepak Mehra. More

Tucson
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

We stayed at the Serrano on a "top secret" deal and were delighted with it. The lobby is really dramatically beautiful, the rooms are on the small side but nicely furnished, and the hotel staff is incredibly cheerful and attentive. The only negatives we found were that the climate control is kind of noisy -- fan rattled -- and the... More

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SerranoSF, Front Office Manager at Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Dear DavyThePoet, Thank you for the review, I am happy to read that we have he opportunity of being you host the next time you're in San Francisco. I would love to know more about that climate control, this needs to be fixed so it is not uncomfortable for any of our guests. Please reach out to me directly if... More

Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

We stayed 6 nights in a top floor, corner room. This was an upgrade, courtesy of the hotel, as I'd advised that it was my husband's birthday. The room was huge with lovely views and was very bright. The hotel serves free coffee, in the morning, and wine, in the evening, in the main reception area. Both were excellent and... More

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What travelers say

  • Wine reception(10)
  • Very nice(10)
  • Corner room(8)
  • Few blocks(7)
  • Tenderloin district(4)
  • Top floor(4)
  • Free coffee(3)
  • Powell street(3)
  • Nice touch(3)

Additional Information about Serrano Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel

Address: 405 Taylor Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
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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:
#30 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco
#39 Business Hotels in San Francisco
#53 Family Hotels in San Francisco
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Serrano Hotel elegantly embodies the spirit of San Francisco. Housed in a beautifully restored 17-story Spanish revival building, this welcoming boutique hotel provides an extraordinary and engaging focal point for an unforgettable stay. In the center of the city, the Serrano Hotel is within easy reach of Union Square, Moscone Convention Center, the Financial District and San Francisco's best theaters and shops. Adjacent to the Serrano Hotel is the lively Ponzu restaurant and lounge. ... more   less 
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Serrano Hotel
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