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America's Best Inn San Francisco: Traveler Reviews

2850 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109
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America's Best Inn San Francisco
Ranked #217 of 235 hotels in San Francisco
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Sydney, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
“Perfectly fine for the price”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

Certainly one of the cheaper hotels in San Francisco. It is an old style hotel and not luxurious, but it was clean and comfortable. The hotel is located very close to a tram bus stop, from which it is possible to cheaply access all major parts of the city. There is a beautiful street behind the hotel with plenty of bars and cafes - I could go for a short walk at 9.30pm and have a nice glass of red wine at a bar with outdoor seating, before retiring to bed. The hotel itself is also on a busy main street, which was good for me, as it felt safe. It was well worth the small amount of dollars spent.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Lancaster, Ohio
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“You get what you pay for.”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

The room was not like it was described. The whole building was full of dirt, dust and noise. The Building is in the current stage of remodeling (construction mess). So that would explain my negative review. NO POOL, PARKING, or Fitness Room!!

  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with friends
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Adelaide, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“Great Location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2012

This is a 2 star hotel in a great location. If you want to pay two or three times the price you can find a much nicer place. However if you just want to stay in a clean room with slightly noisy air conditioning, in a safe location close to Fishermans Wharf at a cheap price then this is the place.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Just dont stay here!!!!!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2012

Dont bother even thinking about staying here!!!! terrible and dirty. Office staff need box of happy pills. less than helpful.
cig butts everywhere. not cleaned up.
Repairs to property -------- none.
smells bad in room.
bad experience, would never stay here again.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled solo
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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“Good value for the money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 12, 2012

America's Best Inn is located on the corner of Van Ness and Chesnut which is only about 5 blocks, or a 5 minute walk from Guirardelli Square. In the room you will find a microwave and refrigerator if you want to buy your own snacks. There is no restaurant or breakfast, but due to its great location I was able to stay here and walk to Fisherman's Wharf. Even pier 33 (alcatraz cruises) wasn't a stretch to walk to. The best value about this motel is free parking! I stayed 3 nights and with San Fran's great public transportation and my proximity to the wharf, I didn't move my car the whole time. You're just a short trolly ride on the Powell-Hyde over the hill from Union Square. Van Ness is a little noisy at night because it is a motel, but it was not anything that I lost sleep over, the street isn't too busy in front of the motel. Overall it was a great value and free parking really made it for me.

  • Stayed December 2011, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Also Known As:
America`s Best Inn San Francisco Hotel
America`s Best Inn San Francisco Hotel San Francisco
Best Inn San Francisco
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Address: 2850 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94109
Region: United States > California > San Francisco
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Wheelchair access
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Ranked #217 of 235 hotels in San Francisco
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Best Inn Fisherman's Wharf The Best Inn at Van Ness is conveniently located five blocks away from the Cannery and Ghirardelli Square from where you can stroll and take in the sites that line the row from Fisherman's Wharf to Pier 39. You will enjoy San Francisco more from our reasonably priced, attractive accommodations in one the most convenient location in town! We pride ourselves with providing first class service and attention to our guests needs ... more   less 
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