San Francisco's first motel is an award-winning Art Deco gem where guests enjoy our secluded gardens after a whirl of downtown attractions. Family friendly rates in a variety of rooms, some with full kitchens. Dogs are welcome and enjoy Ocean Beach and nearby Fort Funston. Entirely non-smoking, with free parking, local calls, and internet. Twenty minutes' drive to airport or downtown, with downtown streetcar at door. Near UCSF, SFSU, Golden Gate Park; opposite beach/zoo.
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What an extraordinary stay, unexpected excellence beyond any thought. What came to mind immediately was their reference to the oldest motel in SF which means customer service in its most original and authentic delivery. I lived in SF for twenty years and moved several hours away. I travel into the city often and usually stay in midtown. This will change after my first visit. The cleanliness, the service, the friendly attitude. Parking AND amazing welcome for my dog without any compromise. This part of the city still has the atmosphere of untouched San Francisco. Only a short distance to the ocean, the zoo, golden gate park, and the awesome Java House which opens (I think at 6 am) AND has incredible vegan options and is dog friendly. For a feel of the old SF charm with proximity to all it's diversity, Ocean Park Motel is the perfect place to come home to after a full day out. And the rates were just as comfortable.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Room Tip:Â Dog friendly and graciously welcome. Nearby Java House, within walking distance opens early and...
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The property’s 24 retro-style rooms have cedar paneling behind the beds and bedspreads with pale pink and white stripes. Larger rooms have kitchenettes with stoves and refrigerators; some of the kitchen fixtures are rusted, but rooms are generally clean. All have flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Rooms facing the street come with earplugs to lessen the noise of the outside trams, cars, and busses. The pastel-colored bathrooms have original tiles and curtained stall showers.
Enjoyed my stay here , loved how clean and tidy it was and how it accommodated for the family definitely will be back.
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Date of stay: July 2019
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My husband and I stayed here right before we left San Francisco on a cross country move. I always loved the art deco architecture and neon sign, and how it's by the ocean. The room was nice and clean (we got a suite with a full kitchen, which was great) and the hot tub was an added bonus! The only drawback I would say is anyone can walk in from off the street, and some wacko knocked on our door asking for money one night. They may want to think about adding a fence or added security.
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I couldn't have been happier with my stay at this gorgeous gem in Sunset. Location is excellent -- 2 blocks from the beach!!! The staff are kind and gentle and always ALWAYS accommodating. They were so sweet to my kids and to my husband and I. I was going through a health issue and this time spent at the hotel was our little slice of paradise. I am so happy to have found it, and will stay there again whenever I visit SF. I'm hesitant to write this because I want to guard this little magical secret for myself! Thank you to Mark and the rest of the staff (the ladies who cleaned my room were also SO wonderful) for such a magical stay.
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Date of stay: March 2021
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I stayed at the Ocean Park recently while I was attending an Irish language immersion weekend at the nearby United Irish Cultural Center. I was originally drawn to the motel primarily by the fact that it is right on the L-Taraval street car line, and very to near my destination, as I'd thought I'd need to use public transit (as it happened I ended up driving). The minute I walked into the beautiful courtyard, however, I fell under the spell of this charming Art Deco jewel. It's so very clear that the owners take pride in this place and want their guests to enjoy their stay. My room, which was a single queen on the courtyard, was absolutely charming, with striking diagonal wooden paneling on one wall and real Deco touches throughout. The little basket of quality toiletries in the bathroom was a nice touch that one doesn't often see in motels these days! The bed had a cozy pillow-top mattress, and the most wonderful, soft sheets! And I must add that everything was scrupulously clean. I still can't quite believe that I got such a nice room for only $84 in San Francisco on a weekend! About the only potential downside I could see (which doesn't bother me, but might some people) is the sound of the streetcar going by at night, but it's really not loud, and it doesn't run all night.
The location...just blocks from the zoo, and the beach and right on a streetcar line that goes to downtown San Francisco, is really nice for people who want to relax out of the hustle and bustle of the central area (but who still want to be able to get to downtown and other tourist attractions). It's also very easy to drive to without getting tangled in city traffic, which is a real plus for me! I will definitely plan to stay at the Ocean Park for the same event next year, and I highly recommend it to anyone who's looking for a really pleasant stay in San Francisco.
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Date of stay: September 2006
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We found Ocean Park Motel by accident while looking for a place to stay while visiting our two daughters who are students at San Francisco State. Fell in love with the decor, the ambiance, cleanliness and location. The units with kitchens are "retro" and an added bonus! Owners are very gracious and caring. We stay at Ocean Park only now when in S.F.
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Date of stay: August 2005
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I put my parents up here last time they came to visit, and they couldn't say enough good things about it.
I wanted them to experience a different San Francisco, since they had previously stayed in the Union Square/Tenderloin district. They loved the quiet, residential neighborhood and the Ocean Park owners. They loved being able to go for early morning walks on the beach just two blocks away.
I stayed one night with my parents in the small but very clean room. In the moonlight, the courtyard and gardens had a magical quality - no kidding!
I would recommend this motel to anyone. It's a real treat!
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Date of stay: October 2005
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Everything about this place was excellent, beyond reproach. The rooms were very clean and the property in general was superbly kept. The gardens and the courtyard were a haven in and of themselves, not to mention the price was very affordable and if you walked two blocks then you are at one of the greatest beaches around, nice surfing, not heavily populated or over-ridden with tourists and the L train is right across the street, giving you almost instant access to the city. We were lucky enough to get this place recommended to us by a close friend who knows the city well (bike messenger/ups employee) and I don't think we'll ever stay anywhere else. This made my stay even more pleasant than it could have already been in what I now consider to be one of the most beautiful cities in america. Thank god places like this still do really exist.
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Date of stay: July 2006
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There is little to choose from in this area of San Francisco, and we were pleasantly surprised to find this charming motel! We shared a suite with family members, and the rooms were small but more than adequate, with a small fridge and microwave, and a coffeemaker. The decor was very nice and the motel was clean. The art deco architecture is unique, and its very close to public transit lines and only 2 blocks from the beach.
If you're not looking for anything fancy, I highly recommend this quiet lovely motel. The back garden is very relaxing. However--beware of neighbors sunbathing nude--we got quite a surprise looking out our window one morning!
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Date of stay: May 2005
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The location near the ocean beats the Wharf anyday! The garages protect your car from the salt air. Ocean Park is close to the Cliff House for a nice dinner overlooking the Pacific at sunset. Take your coffee and go for a walk on the beach--no better way to spend the early morning! Best sand dollar beach I've ever experienced!
The rooms aren't fancy by any means--almost rustic--but the floor heating and almost-cabin look add to the charm and overall relaxing atmosphere. The secluded hot tub beneath the stars at night is a jewel! Great location for going to the zoo and right by the bus and trolley routes.
We stayed at Ocean Park when I had a conference downtown--the drive was easy and parking at the convention was easier and cheaper than I expected. I was away from all the downtown big city experience. I had a convention on the beach and everyone else went to another big city!
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There are more places to choose from in the San Francisco area.
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ocean park hotel san francisco, ocean park san francisco
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaSan FranciscoParkside / Outer Parkside / Sunset District
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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