You might feel like you’ve boarded a luxury cruise ship as you enter this distinctive boutique hotel, perched on the edge of the bay. The Argonaut’s original red brick walls, rich wood beams and ‘deck floors’ help to transport you back to San Francisco’s nautical heyday. At the same time, the plush décor provides all you need to settle in to your charming surrounds. Until, of course, those views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz lure you out to explore all that is Fisherman’s Wharf.
Amenities
Wheelchair access
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Valet parking
Close to City Centre
Where is it
By Fisherman's Wharf, next to the cable car turnaround. Overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. An easy walk from Aquatic Park, Ghirardelli Square and great restaurants. A 12-minute walk to PIER 39.
Hotel information
252 rooms on 4 floors in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, 37" flat-screen HD Sony TV, pay-per-view films, CD and DVD players, WebTV*, WiFi access, coffee maker, safe, essential travel items kit, iron and board, bathrobes and hairdryer. Interior Rooms with 1 queen-size bed, 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Book by 31 Dec '24 to receive complimentary daily breakfast for 2 people for all future stays. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply.
Blue Mermaid Restaurant adjacent (breakfast, lunch and dinner). 2nd-floor fitness centre. The lobby level boasts the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park's 10,000sq ft Visitors' Center and Interactive Museum. WiFi (included in resort fee). Concierge. In-room spa services*. Valet parking: without in/out privileges $65, oversized vehicles $75, plus tax per night; with in/out privileges $75, oversized vehicles $85, plus tax per night (all payable locally, subject to change). 1-hour complimentary bike rental.
This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)
Resort fee includes: - $10 credit for Blue Mermaid - 10% Discount on the Napa Valley Wine Train - WiFi - Fitness centre access - 2 hours bicycle rental (subject to availability) - Discount at Ben & Jerry’s and the National Park Store - Local and toll-free calls - In-room coffee - Waterfront tour with National Park Ranger on Saturday and Sunday mornings - Use of board games and Xbox One console in lobby - Use of DVD players upon request - Exclusive Discounts and VIP access to tours, attractions and local restaurant from our Concierge. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.
Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page
*Denotes local charge.
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Best Hotel in SF!
Dec 12, 2024Andrea H
Best hotel! I stay frequently and every visit is lovely. Tenzin is kind and goes above and beyond for everyone.
The rooms are always clean, staff is kind, the lobby is amazing, the blue mermaid has amazing food, and the fireplace a cozy!!!!!!
The most luxurious Hotel I have ever stayed in
Dec 11, 2024TudorYSan Francisco
For me staying here was a step-up in cost and luxury, but again I had believed I had checked into the residential hotel, intending to stay there for a number of weeks, again my booking hadn't gone through. instead of going back down town, I headed for Fishermans Warf( I had only been there a couple of times, in the four years I lived in San…
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For me staying here was a step-up in cost and luxury, but again I had believed I had checked into the residential hotel, intending to stay there for a number of weeks, again my booking hadn't gone through. instead of going back down town, I headed for Fishermans Warf( I had only been there a couple of times, in the four years I lived in San Francisco), Again I was exhausted with the heat and the weight I was carrying, I actually just walked into this place and got a room. stayed a number of nights, before moving on again, I have never been in a hotel with a mini-bar, and always believed the drinks would be in the fridge, they were just in a press, many were just the small bottles you would pay $2.00 for in a liquor store, or up to $10.00 on a flight, there were a couple of larger measures, but I would say ten in all, plus maybe a couple of small bottles of wine, and water, I drank everything, and boy did it cost me, over $400.00 about $40.00 a drink, it's the only gripe I have about staying there.
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The BEST Hotel in Fisherman’s Wharf
Dec 10, 2024Ryan O
The best hotel in Fisherman’s heart area.
EXCELLENT Customer Service by both Management and Staff.
Tenzin and Steven at the Front Desk were wonderful.
All staff were wonderful.
The rooms are inviting and clean.
Location is awesome.
The hotel goes above and beyond to ensure Guest satisfaction.
Blue Mermaid Chowder House has the best chowder in the…
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The best hotel in Fisherman’s heart area.
EXCELLENT Customer Service by both Management and Staff.
Tenzin and Steven at the Front Desk were wonderful.
All staff were wonderful.
The rooms are inviting and clean.
Location is awesome.
The hotel goes above and beyond to ensure Guest satisfaction.
Blue Mermaid Chowder House has the best chowder in the city.
Thank you for a memorable stay.
We will for sure return again and recommend it to everyone for both business and leisure.
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Great location and beautiful hotel, but a too high price for what you get in return.
Dec 4, 2024davidaO4213MOOcean Township, New Jersey
An amazing location, and an amazing decoration and theme.
It is all about nautical.
Personally, I loved the theme( as a sailor) yet I think the price for the room and what you get could be adjusted . Our room was large beautiful bay view king size bed .
Happened to have a sofa as well. Structuring the furniture was interesting but not…
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An amazing location, and an amazing decoration and theme.
It is all about nautical.
Personally, I loved the theme( as a sailor) yet I think the price for the room and what you get could be adjusted . Our room was large beautiful bay view king size bed .
Happened to have a sofa as well. Structuring the furniture was interesting but not functioning . You could watch TV only from the sofa not from bed .
EVERYTHING in the room is for a pay. Not even complimentary waters. If you are vegan or vegetarian you have nothing to eat at their restaurant. Bathroom could use an upgrade from the motel like bathroom to a more modern large walk in shower.
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Perfect location for tourists
Nov 24, 2024Balooba2018Barton-upon-Humber, United Kingdom
The hotel is perfectly placed in Fisherman's Wharf, right between Ghirardhelli and Pier 39. The location is quiet also. The rooms are spacious and tidy, and the decor fits well with the nautical feel of Frisco bay.
The staff were amazing and attentive.
We ate at the Blue Mermaid for breakfast, and used the $15 discount provided by the hotel.…
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The hotel is perfectly placed in Fisherman's Wharf, right between Ghirardhelli and Pier 39. The location is quiet also. The rooms are spacious and tidy, and the decor fits well with the nautical feel of Frisco bay.
The staff were amazing and attentive.
We ate at the Blue Mermaid for breakfast, and used the $15 discount provided by the hotel. Even with this discount, the food was slightly on the pricier side, but the food was tasty.
Overall, I would definitely recommend.
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Best Hotel in SF!
The most luxurious Hotel I have ever stayed in
