Wharf Inn

2.5 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel in San Francisco with a 24-hour front desk

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Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Partial Ocean View | Private kitchen
50-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Partial Ocean View | Balcony
Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Partial Ocean View | Living area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

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2601 Mason St, San Francisco, CA, 94133
  • Place, Pier 39
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lombard Street
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghirardelli Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Room (2 King Beds)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - single
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard King Room, Disability Access

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Two Queen Beds, Disability Access. (2 Queen Beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Mobility, Roll-In Shower

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds, Mobility, Roll-In Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Economy Room, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Basic Room

Highlights

Heating
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator

7.6 out of 10
Good
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Balcony, Partial Bay View

  • Sleeps 2

Run Of House 1-Bed

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, Two Queen Beds, Disability Access. (2 Queen Beds)

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-Disability Access-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 King Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator

7.8 out of 10
Good
(84 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Pillow-top bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Premium Room, Two King Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

San Francisco

Wharf Inn puts you in the heart of San Francisco, within steps of Wax Museum at Fisherman's Wharf and Boudin Bakery. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a corner/local shop. Added amenities include a microwave in a common area, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Fisherman's Wharf hotel include Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square.

What's nearby

  • Pier 39 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Aquarium of the Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lombard Street - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ghirardelli Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Van Ness Avenue - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Beach St & Mason St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boudin Bakery Café Baker's Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Boudin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪IHOP - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Wharf Inn

Boardwalk/promenade hotel in San Francisco with a 24-hour front desk
As a guest of Wharf Inn, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a corner/local shop, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Wharf Inn offers 51 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 30 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 30.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Wharf Inn
Wharf Inn San Francisco
Wharf San Francisco
Wharf Hotel San Francisco
The Wharf Hotel San Francisco
Wharf Inn Hotel
Wharf Inn San Francisco
Wharf Inn Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wharf Inn?

Wharf Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Wharf Inn?

As of 3 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wharf Inn on 23 Dec 2025 start from AU$182.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Wharf Inn?

Yep, Wharf Inn has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 30.00 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Wharf Inn?

The closest beach to Wharf Inn is Ocean Beach (9.9 km).

What makes Wharf Inn a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Wharf Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wharf Inn?

No, Wharf Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wharf Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wharf Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Wharf Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 1162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 1162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 100 out of 1162 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what is in the photos!

Just a heads up. IT LOOKS NOTHING LIKE PHOTOS IN APP. The location was the only good thing. Know they will charge you double for saving money using a 3rd party. Parking is TIGHT. You might want to spend a little more and get MUCH NICER. I learned my lesson. The towels are like sand paper, broken curtains, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about it is that it is close to Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. This property does not have microwave or air conditioning in their rooms and only small openings on windows. It really needs to be updated really bad. I will not be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virgilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rayven

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Erwin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The units don't have AC, the hallways needs painting windows broken etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margarita

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rude help and smelly rooms

Our rooms were not ready at check in! We asked for an another room and answer was no. So upon going into our rooms (3) we were disappointed of the conditions the rooms smelt old and smelled of mold! The pictures on Hotel.com are not accurate at all . Showers were disgusting which is probably why there are no pictures online and there is NO AC the ceiling fans are very shaky and look dangerous right above the bed . They only have fans and the “lamp” by the bed literally shocked my husband when he tried to get it to work . Only thing convenient about this place is the location .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sriranga

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Can he better for the price

This is a simple bed and bath hotel room, good enough to stay for a night and leave. If you are OK with huge roadside noise, beds and sheets that are 20 years old, paper thin walls that can help you hear conversation from next room, bathroom with showers that leaks all time, homeless guys sleeping right outside the hotel building, but you want to stay right in the heart of Fisherman's Warf then this is a good hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

My stay was amazing and bed was soft and fern I was so comfortable I fealt at home
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Staff & service
Just a little noisy at the property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The room was really hot. AC is not the best. Windows are not safely closed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness

Some great, some not so great

Good: Very close to Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. Short walk to Ghirardelli square. Lower price than expected considering the location. Friendly staff. Nice beds, fridge. Bad: Old building with numerous cosmetic flaws. Rooms are dated. Glass slat window missing a pane of glass. Room had a weird smell. Turned on the heater fan to help- it had another weird smell. Overall- really good price, great location fairly comfortable. Was a fine stay for me alone. My wife would have hated it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had such a great time and experience would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Debra

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Felt like we were sleeping in a prison. Could hear everything the family next door said and did.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Posizione strategica, pulito. Ci siamo trovati bene. L'unico appunto che siamo rimasti male e' la tariffazione del parcheggio differente per chi prenota direttamente 15$, rispetto a noi con Expedia e' costato 30$ giorno equivalente ad un parcheggio pubblico nei dintorni.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ariane

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Albert

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No AC, Staff had bad attitude, facility is unsightly broken windows, dirty floor
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Adrian

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not good

My trip was a family getaway and it was our first time in San Francisco so even though we did not spend much time in the hotel the time that we did spend inside, there was a weird odor. There was stains on the wall. There was a lot of improper maintenance work that has been done in the past And cosmetically. It looks horrible. It was loud from other rooms and no control on keeping it quiet for resting purposes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location great, beds great, needs maintenance and a.c.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

VERONIKA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Quick trip

The staff was nice but it was a little busy in lobby with just the one person working. Our room was not ready and we came in after the 3pm check in time. But they gave me the keys and said to come back in 15 minutes, which was ok because my family wanted to get food. The room was clean but our tv didn’t work the front desk person came and fixed it for us which was nice. The parking was safe and convenient. With it being right on the wharf it was a little loud. But I booked it last minute and it was worth what I paid. The staff was nice and friendly and my son liked the complimentary water in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

victoria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property had some good points and some bad! The number one good point is location! Just a block over from Fisherman's wharf and right across the street from hop on hop off bus tour. Another positive is secured parking and entry via locked gate. Also beds were ver comfortable. Negatives no ac! Only one tiny window on bottom of row of windows opens so no way to get air flow in room unless you leave door to room wide open. Staff was very unfriendly and cold. Not interested in being helpful at all. in addition to cost of hotel they require an additional security deposit. Grounds around hotel are also very dirty. Towels were stiff and not enough provided for guests stayin in room asked for more towels none were available. Not enough plugs in room either. Definitely a lot of improvements are needed but location is what brings people back to this old outdated hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was great! Hotel is conveniently located near guided tours.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kattia Mabell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and affordable option to explore San Francisco
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jan

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025