Embassy Hotel, San Francisco
About the Hotel
The Embassy Hotel, designed in an Art Deco style from 1932, stands prominently in Downtown San Francisco. Its strategic location places guests near key cultural attractions, including the Opera, Symphony, and Asian Art Museum. The hotel is a short walk from the downtown financial district, offering convenient access to numerous restaurants and shopping areas. Guests benefit from the rich historical and cultural significance of the surrounding neighborhoods, making it a suitable base for exploring the city.
Location
The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance to major attractions like Fisherman's Wharf, Lombard Street, and Golden Gate Park. Public transportation options, including the Civic Center subway station, provide easy access to the Financial District and neighborhoods like Chinatown and North Beach. Parking is available for $30 per day, accommodating guests who choose to drive.
Rooms
The hotel offers a total of 84 spacious and comfortable rooms, each equipped with a private bathroom, cable TV, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can choose from various room types, including those with king-size beds and twin beds. Each room features original Art Deco decor, providing a unique aesthetic. Non-smoking rooms are also available for guests' preferences.
Eat & Drink
An on-site bar-restaurant allows guests to enjoy a variety of snacks and drinks, making it convenient for relaxation after a day of exploration. The hotel staff can provide recommendations for fine dining options such as the historic Tadich Grill, located nearby. Guests can also access high-quality dining experiences in the vicinity, ensuring diverse culinary selections.
Leisure & Business
The Embassy Hotel offers various amenities, including a hair salon and valet laundry services. A tour desk staffed by multilingual personnel assists guests in arranging excursions and offers tourist information to enhance their stay. Guests can also utilize complimentary wireless internet and a computer station for business needs.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Barber shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Services
- Room service
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Room features
- Heating
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I recently stayed at The Embassy for five nights and had a mix of experiences. The hotel is conveniently located close to downtown, but the surrounding area, known as The Tenderloin, felt unsafe due to the presence of many homeless people. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, with ample towels and cozy beds. The service provided by the staff, especially Bill and Mary, was friendly and helpful. However, the dining area, more akin to a dark lounge bar, was not ideal for meals, despite the food being awesome. Overall, it was a stay with ups and downs.
The hotel is situated right off the bay bridge, providing easy access to the downtown area and shopping centers while also being within walking distance of Moscone convention center. Despite the convenient location, the presence of numerous homeless people and vagrants around the hotel made me feel unsafe and uncomfortable. The rooms were of a decent size, although quite old and stuffy with only a small window for ventilation. The service staff, unfortunately, was not very welcoming, with a touch of snobbishness and rudeness displayed during interactions, prompting me to organize my own taxi. The dining experience was basic, consisting of toast, fruit, juice, and coffee in a somewhat dark setting more suited for a late-night lounge bar. However, the hotel did offer friendly service and acceptable cleanliness in the rooms.
The hotel rooms were outdated and had a little musty smell, but were generally clean with all the necessities. The service was friendly overall, although there were mixed experiences on arrival and check-out. The location was a little rough with homeless individuals on the streets but still convenient for accessing local amenities. The dining area was somewhat dimly lit, more suited for a late-night bar experience. The facilities were mediocre, with some areas needing improvement.
The hotel had a mix of pros and cons during my stay. The rooms were beautifully furnished in the older style, which I personally loved. However, they were very outdated, and at 7:30 in the morning, I was surprised to find that I had been given 2 double beds instead of the King bed we had paid for.
The hotel is in a very central location, close to everything you need downtown and with easy access to transportation. However, the rooms were a bit small and outdated, requiring multiple card swipes to open. The service was excellent, thanks to the helpful staff members Bill and Mary. The dining area could use some improvement, more suitable for a late-night lounge setting. Overall, a convenient spot but with a few drawbacks.
The hotel's old cased classic Americana 1930's rooms featured big comfortable beds and flat-screen TVs, but they weren't ready when I checked in. They were adequate for our weekend trip to the city by the bay, yet they weren't clean enough for the price paid.
I found the hotel to be reasonably close to the BART station and in a safe area, making it convenient for traveling. The rooms were dated and dirty, although seemed mostly clean, but the linen was stained, and there was a musty smell when I checked in. The service was lacking as the staff was rude throughout, and not readily available at the desk. The location was good for reaching downtown SF, but the presence of many homeless people made me feel uneasy, especially at night. The dining options were adequate, but the setting was dark and more suitable for a bar atmosphere. Overall, the facilities were lacking in terms of basic room amenities.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with clean and spacious rooms, although the card key needed multiple swipes to open the door. The comfortable bed and good TV made up for it, and the room size was great for the price paid.
The hotel felt like a blast from the past; the rooms were outdated and not as advertised online, but surprisingly had hot water. The bathroom was in dire need of renovation and cleanliness was an issue that seemed to have been neglected for decades. The location, although close to attractions, was in a questionable area with a lot of homeless individuals around, making it feel unsafe at times.
My stay at The Embassy in San Francisco had its ups and downs. The location was the only thing I really liked, with Pier 39 and the Golden Gate nearby. However, the hotel is in a scummy neighborhood, with limited parking and a strong smell of smoke in the rooms. The service was mixed, with some helpful staff like Bill and Mary but overall reluctant assistance. The rooms, though in need of a paint job and fixing the water issues, were clean. The dining area felt more like a late-night bar than a comfortable restaurant.
The hotel had a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were outdated and musty-smelling but generally clean with essential amenities. The service was welcoming and helpful, guiding me on safe routes. The location was fairly central but with some poverty in the area. The dining experience was simple, and the facilities were functional.
The hotel's location in the Tenderloin area of San Francisco was a bit sketchy, but it was close to downtown and within walking distance to Union Square. The rooms were big and bulky with too much furniture making it hard to move around. The service, though eventually helpful, seemed a little outdated. The dining experience was basic, and the facilities were average.
The hotel is situated in a location that is not ideal due to being in a rough part of the city with homeless people around, although the on-site parking is convenient. The rooms are in desperate need of an upgrade, with musty odors, drab decor, and cleanliness issues. The dining area is dark and more suitable for a late-night lounge bar. The service was a mix of helpful and friendly but also aggressive and charged for an extra night.
My stay at the hotel was pleasant overall. The rooms were quiet and dark, ensuring a good night's sleep, although they were basic and offered just enough for a short stay. The service was excellent, with staff being very nice and helpful, making my first experience in Frisco even more enjoyable. The location was central, albeit with some issues like limited parking and old furniture. The dining experience took place in a dark setting more suited for a late-night lounge, offering decent food options.
The hotel is situated in the Tenderloin area of San Francisco, which is almost decent but has some homeless people around. The rooms offer a mix of old classic Americana style from the 1930s, with big comfortable beds, though a bit tight and had a slight smell issue. The service was good overall, with the room always kept clean, even when we were away. The dining area felt more like a late-night lounge bar, a bit too dark and simple. The location, while not the most destitute place, was a little far from major attractions and had homeless individuals on the streets. The facilities were acceptable but seemed a bit outdated.