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Hotel Monaco San Francisco - a Kimpton Hotel: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
501 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Hotel Monaco San Francisco - a Kimpton Hotel
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 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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Scranton to San Francisco
Contributor
15 reviews 15 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Another quite enjoyable stay. Welcoming service, treats, and amazing sleep :)”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012

This hotel is quickly becoming one of my all time favorites. The service and hospitality are always tops and their knack for leaving fun treats during my stay keeps me coming back for more. Thanks for another wonderful visit to SF.

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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Massachusetts
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112 reviews 112 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
“A very pleasant stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 10, 2012 via mobile

Had a multi-day stay and found the room to be small but quiet, comfortable and nicely appointed. Staff was very friendly, including front desk, maid service and concierge. I recommend breakfast in the restaurant. It's pricey but its a spectacular room and the pineapple and banana French toast was outstanding. Free wine reception, a Kimpton trademark, was very nice.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Pleasent surprise, awesome staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2012

My wife and I recently stayed at the Monaco Hotel for the first time. We were in San Francisco for medical reasons at UCSF. We have visited San Francisco quite a few times but never stayed at the Monaco. When we arrived the staff saw that my wife had a medical handicap with one of her feet. They made arrangements to make sure we had a room that could help accomodate her handicap. The Monaco is very convenient to Union Square and downtown. The room was very clean, quiet and comfortable. We were there during the Giant's World Series victory parade but could not hear any of the noise until we went outside to watch the parade. The highlight of our stay was absolutlely their great staff. Benjie was there when we arrived, during our stay and when we left. Benjie could not have been anymore gracious and informative. All of the staff went out of their way to make sure our stay was a pleasent one. They were even offering to deliver ice to our room at anytime for my wife's foot injury. We will definitley stay there again. Monaco Hotel is a strong 4 1/2 star boutique hotel.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Littleton, Colorado, United States
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Beautiful SF Hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 8, 2012

This is a beautiful San Francisco Hotel. The service is impeccable and the rooms are incredibly clean. The staff is helpful and makes everyone feel special. The room is small but adequate and beautifully decorated. The hotel is beautiful and worth a walk around inside the hotel and restaurant. The restaurant breakfast was delicious.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Will go the extra mile for their hotel guests”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 6, 2012 via mobile

We arrived in Hotel Monaco for the first night of our honeymoon and were surprised to find out that they had not only upgraded us to a jr suite but the manager, Jeremy, had given us a complimentary bottle of champagne in our room. This was a perfect way to start off our honeymoon and it made us feel very happy to have chosen the hotel Monaco for our stay in San Francisco. When a hotel goes the extra mile like that, it definitely makes us want to go with Kimpton hotels wherever we can in the future because it shows they care about your experience more than other places.

  • Stayed November 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Kimpton San Francisco
Hotel Monaco San Francisco
Address: 501 Geary St, 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 Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#6 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco
#10 Luxury Hotels in San Francisco
#16 Business Hotels in San Francisco
#18 Family Hotels in San Francisco
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The award-winning Hotel Monaco San Francisco provides old-world hospitality in an eclectic, luxurious environment. The lobby's dramatic spaciousness, whimsical frescoed ceiling and delightful "Tree of Life" sculpture are instantly engaging. Situated next to the celebrated Grand Cafe Brasserie and Bar, and within easy walking distance of Union Square, San Francisco's famed Chinatown, the Financial District, Moscone Convention Center and many top-notch theaters, restaurants and shops, Hotel Monaco offers an unparalleled experience for a memorable stay. ... more   less 
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