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161 Powell Street, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 94102

Herbert Hotel - Historic Downtown Property with Modern Rooms Near Union Square

Located at 161 Powell Street, this 2-star San Francisco hotel features 99 guest rooms across seven stories. The Herbert dates back to 1909 and offers accommodations ranging from 400-square-foot Deluxe Queen-Queen rooms to 300-square-foot European-style Economy rooms. The property provides 24-hour front desk service, multilingual staff, and complimentary WiFi throughout. Guest rooms come equipped with flat-screen TVs, premium cable channels, ceiling fans, and personal climate control. The Herbert offers both private en-suite bathrooms and shared facilities, with Economy rooms sharing a bathroom with up to four other rooms on the same floor. A business center with fax and copy services is available on-site. The property sits directly on the Powell Street Cable Car line, one block from the cable car turnaround. Guests can walk to Union Square's luxury shops like Tiffany's and Chanel, while Chinatown and North Beach neighborhoods are minutes away.

Herbert Hotel: Pros

- Direct access to Powell Street BART station, a 5-minute walk away - Historic building dating back to 1909 with hardwood floors and brick wall accents - On-site gastropub serving house-brewed beers and seasonal menu - Located steps from the 2.6-acre Union Square public plaza

Herbert Hotel: Cons

- Economy rooms share bathroom facilities with other guests - No on-site parking available; guests must use public lots or street parking

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Double Room
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2 persons
250 sq. feet 
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2 Single beds
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Deluxe Queen Room
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2 persons
205 sq. feet 
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1 King Size Bed
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Standard Queen Room
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2 persons
250 sq. feet 
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Center
San Francisco 1.1 mi
Airports
San Francisco International (SFO) 14.0 mi
Oakland International (OAK) 19.5 mi
Train
Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station 1.0 mi
Metro stations
Powell Street Station1000 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Internet access
  • No parking
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Elevator
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Services

  • Laundry

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

161 Powell Street, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 94102
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161 Powell Street, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 94102
Nearby
Grant Avenue
Chinatown
1800 ft
Shopping Area
Union Square
1800 ft
Cable Car
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1800 ft
Church
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1800 ft
Museums
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2000 ft
Gallery
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1800 ft
Garden
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500 ft
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