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Hotel Whitcomb

3.5 of 5
1231 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Hotel Whitcomb
Ranked #133 of 239 hotels in San Francisco
3.5 of 5 stars 825 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Market street(28)
  • Very nice(26)
  • Homeless people(24)
  • Union square(22)
  • Civic Center(14)
  • Great location(13)
  • City hall(10)
  • Friendly and helpful(8)
  • Public transportation(7)
  • Rooms are clean(7)
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San Francisco, California
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

I have been around the world including 3rd world countries and I have never had a worst experience. The hotel smells, so much that I could sleep. The room was dirty and the bed had no support.

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Great Falls, Virginia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Stayed for 6 nights on business, and couldn't have really asked for anything more. Buses are right outside and there is an entrance to the BART right there also. Rolando and Esmerelda checked me in quick and answered any questions I had. The rooms are a little old, but not without some charm (high ceilings, comfortable beds...but crappy TV/tiny shower).... More

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So Cal
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012

The lobby is beautiful and historic. The employees were great. I was able to store my luggage well after I checked out and use a private location to change clothes. The rooms were medium clean and the walls were scared with patches and small holes were stuff was once hung. But the vintage fixtures and bathroom were a refreshing change... More

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New York City, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

As soon as my shuttle stopped in front of the hotel, I knew I picked the right place to spend my time in the Bay Area. Location: Close to a public transit (BART) which was a plus since I had to visit some relatives in the east bay. Price: Affordable especially for a historic hotel. Service: Excellent Customer Service!! The... More

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1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 via mobile
2
people found this review helpful

My family and I stayed at The Hotel Whitcomb while we toured the city of SF. We checked in on a late Friday afternoon thinking it would be a long process since they seemed busy. But I was wrong. I was accommodated by a nice gentleman who was very professional and polite. We were checked in right away and have... More

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

stayed at the whitcomb for 2 nights in april. hotel was ok even if a bit outdated. the area it was in was a bit dodgy but it made for good viewing watching the locals walk past 24hrs a day! was a 15 min walk to the main areas of san fran

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Kris Betz, Manager at Hotel Whitcomb, responded to this review
30 May 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us about your recent stay. We have listened to your comments and have shared them with the staff. Our goal is to constantly imporve the overall guest experience. Thanks Again. Kris Betz, Director of Operations More

Oakland CA
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The magnificent lobby gives you the big hint that you are in an unusual setting, in a different era of gracious hospitality. Once you interact with the courteous, efficient staff, you know that your instincts were right on the mark. Of course, if your personal taste trends toward large-chain, cookie-cutter uniformity, this is not for you. The location, often derided... More

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Kris Betz, Manager at Hotel Whitcomb, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Thank you for your comments about your recent stay. We are very pleased to know that you had a great overall experience. We hope that next time you are coming into the great city of San Francisco you make the Hotel Whitcomb your hotel destination. Thank you, Kris Betz, Director of Operations More

Seattle, Washington
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

about this hotel or its staff. Lobby beautiful, rooms nice but a bit bare with no coffee/tea or refrigerator. But a good bed and water pressure. A flat screen TV would be an upgrade for this hotel. Only problem, which was beyond the control of the hotel, was the street resurfacing project that went all night with the scraping and... More

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Kris Betz, Manager at Hotel Whitcomb, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Thank you for your comments about your recent stay. We are very pleased to know that you had a great overall experience. We have also forwarded the areas in which need improvement to the proper departments. Our goal is to constantly improve the guest experience. Thank you, Kris Betz, Director of Operations More

London, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Nothing bad to say about this hotel or the restaurant attached. It looks stunning inside and the staff are helpful. Indeed, so helpful that when asked the concierge got us into a great restaurant 15 minutes walk away and the best table they had. So many thanks for that ladies help and all the help we were given, from the... More

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Kris Betz, Manager at Hotel Whitcomb, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Thank you for your comments about your recent stay. We are very pleased to know that you had a great overall experience. We are delighted in sharing your feedback with those departments you have mentioned as well. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you, Kris Betz, Director of Operations More

1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012 via mobile
3
people found this review helpful

What a fabulous hotel we stumbled upon! I love craftsman homes, with character this hotel is the 1920's, updated. On the lower end price wise, we spent $160 for one saturday night, I WILL be coming back with my husband, the hotel was just beautiful, nostalgic, and a starbucks in the lobby! If you are looking for modern dont stay... More

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Kris Betz, Manager at Hotel Whitcomb, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Thank you for your comments about your recent stay. We are very pleased to know that you had a great overall experience. If you are planning on coming into San Francisco, please allow us the opportunity to be your hotel of choice. We hope to see you again soon. Thank you, Kris Betz, Director of Operations More

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Address: 1231 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Price range (per night):* S$161 - 706

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