Here's the thing with the Balwdin, you are in San Francisco to have fun and soak in a fantastic city. You aren't here to relax and have some "me" time. If you want that, to go Napa. The Baldwin seems to run with this attitude in mind: you probably won't spend too much time in your hotel, all you really... More

We stayed here for three nights. The price was reasonable. The hotel looks nice from the outside. I suspect that it used to be nicer on the inside. However, in it's current state it is not very nice. The "lobby" area is very rundown. It has old shabby furniture and vending machines. It is more like a Motel 6 than... More

The Baldwin is a 'boutique' hotel, of a style more common in Europe than the US. It is small and situated on Grant Street, close to Union Square, China Town and about 10 minutes walk from the BART station and Museum of Modern Art (not to be missed). We stayed for one night after flying from Australia, and were very... More

Stayed in San Francisco for 3 nights. The hotel was in a perfect location for Union Square and China Town. The room was spotless with a beautiful bathroom and the AC was perfect. The hotel was going through a refurb at the time in reception but caused no issues. The hotel staff were friendly and happy to help. Would recommend... More

Excellent, safe location (right next to the China Gate) and nice room (except for the clawfoot bathtub shower with the wrap around shower curtain, but then everything can't be perfect). The room was of good size, spotless and appeared to have been renovated quite recently. It had an ironing board, in-room safe and a nice big screen TV with cable.... More

Great location! Hotel is close to everything. Easy access to transportation, bart, cable cars , streetcars, ect. There are many things to do inthe city and this was a good place to be. the staff was first class very friendly and helpful the room was very clean. Yes it is a older hotel, but thats what makes it a great... More

The Baldwin is a fantastic little boutique hotel in a great location! We stayed for four nights and had no problems exploring all around the San Francisco area from this hotel. It's right near the gates to Chinatown, and a couple of blocks from Union Square. There's a BART station about a block away, so we even walked from the... More

The hotel is a bit worn out, but the rooms were clean and ok. People working there also seemed nice, friendly and happy. Location is really good. Almost in the center of San Fran and about 1 block to the gate of Chinatown. And the price was cheap, compared to other hotels in that area.

The Baldwin is unassuming, but very affordable, comfortable, and in a great location. The accomodations were very nice and attractive. Very comfortable bed and pillows. The desk area of the lobby is in the midst of a renovation project that looks like it will be a beautiful update to this old hotel. Amenities are minimal, but you shouldn't be spending... More