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#29 of 233 hotels in San Francisco
Location
4.8
Cleanliness
4.6
Service
4.6
Value
4.2
Travelers' Choice
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Hotel Griffon invites you to experience what was voted "Best Boutique Hotel" and "Best 24 Hour Getaway" by San Francisco Magazine. Situated along San Francisco's stylish Embarcadero waterfront, our certified green hotel is the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers who seek a pleasant and charming alternative to the chain hotel. Indulge in an appealing San Francisco boutique hotel inspired by European sensibility and enjoy exceptional amenities that include well-appointed guestrooms and luxury suites, delectable on site dining at Perry's on the Embarcadero, and distinguished meeting space for business travel.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Taxi service
Meeting rooms
Baggage storage
Concierge
Parking
Wifi
Restaurant
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Vending machine
Non-smoking hotel
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Room features
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Desk
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Walk-in shower
Housekeeping
Safe
Seating area
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Clothes rack
Iron
Laptop safe
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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City view
Landmark view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Value
Quaint
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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4.5 of 5 bubbles1,608 reviews
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Hotel Griffon enjoys a prime location that has earned high marks from guests for its proximity to public transport and local attractions, not to mention the stunning bay views. The staff's exceptional service, including attentiveness and personal touches, is frequently praised by many travelers. While the rooms are generally appreciated for their views and upgrades, some guests find them to be small and occasionally lacking in amenities. The hotel's cleanliness is well-regarded, though issues with housekeeping timing have been noted. The atmosphere is often described as charming and elegant, but the value is sometimes questioned due to hidden fees and charges.
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celestialdrmz wrote a review Yesterday
Citrus Heights, California31 contributions5 helpful votes
I booked this hotel under a "limited time offer" for $99 a night. So, I wasn't expecting their best room. But, the room I got you cannot find on ANY pictures on ANY booking site, it's "special". Stayed 1 night to visit a friend in SF (hadn't seen in almost 1yr). Here was what was wrong: the floor in the room was sloped downward towards the door and also sloped to the right (I was able to roll items down and across the floor), the a/c was off when I got in and room was 75, took a maintenance guy to get it on and then it took until 12am to get it to 70 w/the window cracked too, weird having the vanity outside bathroom where the dresser or desk usually are, but ok! Their "Keurig" coffeepot had not instructions, but managed to figure it out. There was no dark roast coffee and since I've never stayed there, didn't know it was available. No alarm clock or any clock in room, no paper, pen, etc.. Wasn't informed there was a continental breakfast downstairs in the morning either (the pastries are nice too). So, I went to Philz after checking out and bought a coffee and croissant. The hotel site, Tripadvisor and Booking.com all state the small size of the rooms and what amenities you receive. My room was #403. Whatever you do, pay for the deluxe rooms not the standard! Pros: All of the staff was very nice and accommodating whenever I brought anything up. I was so tired when I got there on foot, that I didn't have the energy to keep asking them where items were. It's a very nice place, love the old architecture and Perry's is wonderful!!
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Room Tip: Don't get room #403. The elevator has the building split in two: half the rooms are on one side...
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chgz2005 wrote a review Apr 2023
San Jose, California25 contributions4 helpful votes
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We loved our one-night experience at the Hotel Griffon. Everyone was super friendly and helpful, adding special touches to make our 10th wedding anniversary celebration so great! The staff we encountered know how to deliver excellent customer service. Also worth mentioning - we both find it hard to sleep in most beds that aren’t our own, but both slept great at the Griffon! The mattress was not super soft, like a lot of our hotel experiences. This spot is a perfect location if you want to be near/on the Embarcadero, walking location to many things, and have that unique, small hotel experience. Also, we liked the fact that Perry’s Restaurant is right next door. We will be back and highly recommend this boutique hotel!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Apr 19, 2023
Oh dearest chgz2005, We truly thank you from the tops of our heads to the tips of our toes for celebrating your anniversary with us and for sharing this wonderful and so very thoughtful and kind review of your stay with us at our, "special boutique" little Hotel Griffon by the Bay! It makes my little heart tingle to know how the old fashioned hospitality and deeply genuine care and concern we have for our guest made such a wonderful impression and that, like Goldilocks', you've finally found right and perfect bed for you and your beloved to rest well when you are away from home ;x). Please know when you are ready to return both Rafael and I will be in our places with bright shiny faces to help you make your reservation; please do contact us directly as we both so enjoyed having you with! Until then we wish you and yours many happy memories on all of you future travels! With much fondness, Ann
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NickRuelas wrote a review Mar 13
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Overall would stay here again. From the comfortable bed to the very friendly staff I suggest to stay here. The only issue I had, was I was given the chance to upgrade my room to an executive sweet with a bay view and paid the difference but was given a executive sweet with a view of pigeons and another buildings walls with no view. The staff did not have or offer a change and ended up back in my original bay view king bed room so I could enjoy the views of the bay as originally promised. But still a very beautiful place to stay with everything in walking distance that you need.
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mattdillon10 wrote a review Mar 13
Miami, Florida3 contributions
Highly Reccommend. Location, delicious beds with views of the bay, staff and team willing to go the extra mile. I was in town doing TV and was assisted in every sense of the word - staff and were top tier.
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Responded 5 days ago
Oh mattdillon10, We are just thrilled to bits and bobs by your Five Star review of your stay in our beautiful little Hotel by the Bay! We are just so very happy to learn how much you enjoyed your "Luxe Experience" with us, your room with it's delish bed , (the Bay View rooms are just breathtaking, right?), fab location , and that you encountered the genuine, caring, and personalized service we pride ourselves in delivering and which you so richly deserve!!! Here is wishing you many happy memories on your next trip to our fair City! Please know when you are ready to return to our fair City, please know we will be waiting for you bells on and warm smiles!!! Again, thank you ever so much for sharing these kind words with us. Warmly, Ann
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bc3g8o9e86 wrote a review Mar 10
Seattle, Washington1 contribution
Centrally located but no parking anywhere for overnight. When called the hotel, no help was given. Somewhat disappointed. Took us almost an hour driving around to find a place to park. The cost to park overnight was almost as much as the cost of hotel. Maybe better to stay elsewhere for a higher price than staying here
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pnjhoy wrote a review Mar 10
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Charming hotel in wonderful location. Couldn't be more convenient for a Commonwealth Club event. We arrived early and walked right across the street to tour the Ferry Building. Excellent dinner after and short walk back to the hotel. Really fun evening.
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Dear pnjhoy, Thank you ever so much for taking the time to review your recent stay in our little Hotel Griffon by the Bay! I am just delighted that you found us and that you loved our location, as well as the "charm" of our hotel and historic building. We like to think of ourselves as a hidden gem... tucked long the Bay and it seems like you agree, HOORAY;x)!!! We so hope you have now found your home away from home in San Francisco... we cannot wait to welcome you back. Please don’t hesitate to recommend us to your friends and loved ones and when you are ready to return please do contact us directly so we can find the right and perfect room for you at a lovely rate.... until then we wish you and yours days filled with joy and laughter and nights filled with peaceful rest. Warmly, Ann
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Patrick N wrote a review Mar 10
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Nice place, very friendly staff (thank you very much, Regina!). I have been lucky to get a bay-view room (this is wonderful!!!)! (Almost) everything within walking distance, even a good place for a snack&drink downstairs. Included coffee and some sweet and salty pastries in the morning, very good to grab if you are in a rush.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Responded 5 days ago
Dearest Patrick N, Thank you for ever so much for staying with us at our beautiful little Hotel Griffon by the Bay! I am just delighted to see you how much you enjoyed our "great place and great staff", , and that our our "wonderful" team provided you with the warm and special service we are known for.... and I so appreciate you mentioning the freshly baked croissants, scones and pastries we lay out each morning the organic coffees, we think they are just delish, right? On behalf of our amazing Regina (who will simply float through her day when she returns and I share your review with her) we cannot wait to welcome you back to your new home away from home in San Francisco. Until then we wish you wonderful days days and restful night filled with the sweetest of dreams. Warmly, Ann
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Dan D wrote a review Mar 7
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Great spot. Clean, quiet, spacious,and a great view from the bay view suite. Regina and Brandon at the front desk were excellent and made the stay feel welcoming. Close to the Soma business district but didn't feel overly corporate. I'd stay her again for sure.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Traveled on business
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Responded 1 week ago
Oh DanD , we are just delighted by your glowing review of your stay with us at the Hotel Griffon and Bay and we would like to thank you so very much recognizing Regina and Brandon's exceptional service, I cannot wait to share your comments with them... please know when you are ready to plan a return visit we will be here with bells and warm smiles to to welcome you back! Until then of behalf of Regina and Brandon and the rest of beloved our team we wish you and yours wonderful days and oh so restful nights filled with the sweetest of dreams. Warmly, Ann
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M M wrote a review Mar 7
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Sunday night reservation for night in San Francisco Regina and Diana checked me in Regina upgraded me to a very good room. This helped make the stay excellent. Hotel in good location Pastries and coffee good. Dinner in Perry’s also recommended.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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Responded 5 days ago
Oh, MM, we are just delighted by your wonderful review of your stay in our beautiful Hotel by the Bay! We are so happy to learn we provided you a lovely upgraded room (isn't it lovely to have an outdoor patio to relax and enjoy the City views?) and we delivered the old fashioned warm and pampering hospitality all of our dearest and most treasured guests so deserve!!! On behalf our the dynamic duo of Diana and Regina - here is wishing you many happy memories on your next trip to our fair City! Please know when you are ready to return to our fair City, please know we will be waiting for you bells on!!! And again, thank you for sharing these kind words with us. Warmly, Ann
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VOG80 wrote a review Mar 5
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The rooms are updated and I love the character of the hotel. They have wonderful amenities including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, lotion. They have coffee in the rooms. Great restaurant in the hotel and on the same block. Really close to the embarcadero that has a farmers market on Saturdays. Loved that they had a water bottle refill station. Will be back!
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Oh VOG80,we are just tickled pink by your wonderful review of your stay in our beautiful Hotel Griffon by the Bay! We are so happy to learn we provided you with a "great stay" and you enjoyed your accommodations (in our historical yet modern little building) and that you loved toiletries, they are truly divine, right? Not to mention our fab neighborhood which allows for stunning views of the bay as you galivant around and of course our restaurant, Perry's.. we are so fortunate to be able to have a true San Francisco institution onsite. Here is wishing you many happy memories on your next trip to our fair City!, please know when you are ready to return to our fair City, please know we will be waiting to welcome you bells on and warm smiles!!! Again, thank you ever so much for sharing your most kind words with us. Warmly, Ann
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PRICE RANGE
$122 - $259 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Hotel Griffon - A Greystone Hotel
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaSan FranciscoDowntown San Francisco / SoMa / South Beach
NUMBER OF ROOMS
62
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Griffon
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Griffon?
Nearby attractions include Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market (0.2 miles), Ferry Building Marketplace (0.2 miles), and Embarcadero Farmer's Market (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Griffon?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Griffon?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Griffon?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Griffon?
Yes, paid private parking nearby is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Griffon?
Conveniently located restaurants include Acme Bread, Hog Island Oyster Co., and Boulevard.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Griffon?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Griffon?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Griffon?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Alcatraz Island (2.9 miles), City Lights Booksellers (0.8 miles), and Fort Point National Historic Site (4.8 miles).
Does Hotel Griffon have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbor view available here.
Is Hotel Griffon accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.