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The Hotel Castro San Francisco

2.5 star property
Hotel convenient to Golden Gate Park

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Classic Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Rooftop terrace
Accessible Room, Two Twins (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
Classic Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated
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Perched near Golden Gate Park, The Hotel Castro San Francisco offers a vibrant retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi and soak up the views from the rooftop terrace or unwind with outdoor entertainment. Guests rave about this hotel’s prime location.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Espresso maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Premium bedding
  • Hulu
The current price is $273
$318 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Executive Suite (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Accessible Room, Two Twins (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Accessible Room, Two Twins (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 23 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 17 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Suite (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Exclusive Suite (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Frette Italian linens
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
4230 18th St, San Francisco, CA, 94114

What's nearby

  • Castro Street - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Golden Gate Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • UCSF Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of San Francisco - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 36 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 42 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 49 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 15 min drive
  • San Bruno Station - 16 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 18 min drive
  • Castro Station - 4 min walk
  • 17th St & Castro St Stop - 4 min walk
  • Market St & Noe St Stop - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪440 Castro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Edge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Twin Peaks Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hot Cookie - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Spike's Coffee & Tea - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Hotel Castro San Francisco

The Hotel Castro San Francisco features a rooftop terrace and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Golden Gate Park and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. Also, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and University of San Francisco are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say great things about the location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Castro Station is 4 minutes and 17th St & Castro St Stop is 4 minutes.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
    • This virtual service hotel offers 24-hour guest support by text or phone.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
PETS

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Activities

  • Health/beauty spa
  • Outlet shopping
  • Winery tours

Fees & policies

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property is professionally cleaned.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

The Hotel Castro
The Castro Francisco Francisco
Kasa The Hotel Castro San Francisco
The Hotel Castro San Francisco Hotel
The Hotel Castro San Francisco San Francisco
The Hotel Castro San Francisco Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hotel Castro San Francisco offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Hotel Castro San Francisco does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Hotel Castro San Francisco?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Hotel Castro San Francisco?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Hotel Castro San Francisco.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hotel Castro San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

What's the area around The Hotel Castro San Francisco like?

The Hotel Castro San Francisco is a short 4-minute walk from Castro Station and 9 minutes' walk from Mission Dolores Park. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Hotel Castro San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Service staff
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Bar
Shower
Balcony
Boutique hotel
Trip

Reviews

10/10

Really enjoyed our stay here. Great location, cute hotel. Already looking forward to coming back.
1-night trip

6/10

Cozy and clean. But the walls are thin, I heard people talking and playing music all night . Close to restaurants and bars. Pretty safe to walk outside at night.
1-night trip

10/10

Very easy check in-out experience. Bed was soooo comfy!
1-night trip

10/10

Great location! Rooms are small but otherwise nice. It makes a great stay for a good value!
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing hotel! We loved our stay!
3-night trip

8/10

Very compact room. Glad I was traveling solo as I felt two people in the room would have been too tight. There was noise from the bar underneath the hotel and on the street that facilitated the need for white noise to drown it out if trying to go to bed before 1am. Location is great to everything in the Castro.
4-night trip

10/10

Great location. Check in easier than I expected. Would stay again.
8-night trip

10/10

Great spot, The rooftop deck is an amazing😎😎
2-night trip

10/10

The stay was amazing and it was convenient since it was by everything. I loved the bar downstairs and the people were friendly. Just the fire alarm was the issue but it was resolved in a timely manner.
5-night trip

10/10

I was pleasantly surprised on how great this hotel was! Perfect for a solo trip and staying in a historic neighborhood

10/10

Easy, nice, unique, awesome location.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful room and easy to check in and out. Right in the middle of all the fun stuff and easy to travel anywhere. We had a rental car and were entirely confused on where to park it overnight, but we managed.
1-night trip

10/10

What a great boutique hotel! The check in process was very easy and they accommodated me with an early check in. Location was perfect. New, fluffy towels, Nespresso machine and electric kettle a plus!
1-night trip

10/10

Rooms a small but cozy. Bed was comfortable and room was clean. I liked that check in was all virtual.
1-night trip

10/10

Great location in the heart of the Castro. Easy access.
1-night trip

10/10

The facilities were absolutely wonderful and I felt safe as a solo AFAB traveler! Also, the staff were super kind and so helpful! I was super grateful for all of their help and they answered all of my annoying questions and made me feel at ease! Wonderful group of folks and stunning property!
2-night trip

2/10

There is no parking anywhere near the hotel. I was told to use an app called SpotHero to find a space, but that app only deals with hourly and monthly parking, no overnight parking. There is no lobby in the hotel, so there is no one at the front desk who can give help and advice. There are no refrigerators or closets in the room. Give the Hotel Castro a miss.
2-night trip

8/10

This is a new modern place, but the room was tiny and the hotel is digital entry, no fresh towels, etc. great location.
4-night trip

6/10

Great location but its contactless entry and with many errors it took us 45 mins to gain access so the process was challenging
1-night trip

10/10

The Hotel Castro is located in the heart of the Castro. It's very nice. Nice and quiet. I wholeheartedly recommend it.

4/10

With no on-site storage, if you have a late flight home and need to check out at 11am, nowhere to store your luggage. Our room was directly above the Bar that is open and has loitering outside by drunk/rowdy patrons until 3am. This should be disclosed by Hotel prior to booking room #201
3-night trip

10/10

The rooms are so cute and nice! They have cookies, coffee, tea, earplugs, eye covers, everything to make your stay comfortable and they even give you a token for a free drink downstairs! Location is also great. No staff on site, but honestly didn't matter because everything needed was provided. If you do need help, you're able to text them. Loved staying here.
1-night trip

10/10

I love this place! Is queer friendly! It’s safe! It’s expensive but in a good way, because it’s that safe! I am new to the city and I get nervous due to crime being common in cities, but The Castro Hotel and the very district makes me feel safe and comfortable with myself and my surroundings. I love everyone one this neighborhood!
2-night trip

10/10

Visiting family for Thanksgiving and decided to fly in early to get a little SF getaway squeezed in. First, the location is AMAZING! Right in the heart of the Castro district. We are a gay couple, so this was heaven. Shopping, restaurants, clubs - all within a few blocks. And of course Muni is right there to get to other parts of the city easily. The room was (very) small but super cute! The decor was amazing. And very well laid out given its size. The size is an issue however - we couldn’t fully unpack since there was no room to put things. So if you are staying for a longer period of time, you may find it a bit uncomfortable. (we only stayed 2 nights). This also isn’t a regular hotel. It’s more like an Air BnB situation. There is no front desk. But there is a bar next door that apparently serves as the front desk. Just a heads up if you’re looking for a more traditional hotel experience. Overall we will definitely be staying here again when we come to SF.
3-night trip

6/10

The virtual part of this worked against them.
2-night trip