Palihotel San Francisco

Loved this location! We parked in the garage across the street. Rate was $44 for 24 hours. The hotel doesn’t have parking. There is a different lot they recommend with in and out access. The lot we chose didn’t have that option but it was fine because we walked EVERYWHERE! There are also plenty of transportation options if you don’t want to walk. Cable cars, bart, transit bus, scooter or bike rentals and waymo if you’re brave enough to take a driverless car! This location has so much to see around it that we were never looking for something to do or see and we really didn’t even venture far. Our stay was basically 2 days and I never had a bad experience at all.

The understated hotel is centrally located, about 2 blocks away from Union Square, and about a 10 minute walk to several different neighborhoods. I live in the North Bay, so my boyfriend and I weren't staying as tourists. Therefore, we had to figure out what to do with the car. Fortunately, the parking arrangement works nicely as well, as the garage is just around the corner and is reasonably priced. But the best part, by far, was the staff. Both Lovely and Rachel made our stay wonderful, no matter what we needed. We had an issue with the initial room we checked into, and they were able to make it right, even though the hotel was so busy. It would have been a MUCH different stay without their help!

Room was spacious, history of the building like the vintage elevator, and retaining these elements of humanity despite the "convenience" rat race. I liked that there were no phones in the rooms, you actually had to go downstairs and interact with another person which was really lovely and charming and helped me be more present. Also incredibly flexible and kind personnel + super accommodating about my early check in and late check out. Super knowledgable staff about things to do/where to go.

Great overall experience at the Palihotel San Francisco. The location is fantastic, just steps away from Union Square and major shops, with easy access to public transportation. There's also a more affordable parking option right in front of the hotel. The decor is beautiful, and they’ve done a wonderful job with the restoration. The antique Otis elevator, one of the first in San Francisco, is still in operation, adding to the charm. I just love the french Diptyque amenities — the fig scent is to die for!

Great location the staff were very helpful, with the exception of one front desk person, I came bag with a bunch of filled shopping bags and as I struggled to make my way to my room, my room key wasn't working a d I had to make my way back down to reset my key and waited a good 10min before the blond male front desk staff member returned and helped me not even apologizing for not being there and me waiting as he was there as I fiddled with my shopping into the elevator. Donny on the other hand was amazing and so personable and very helpful in informing us of the hotel and availing himself if we needed anything as well as offering suggestions for dining and activities nearby, extremely attentive! Housekeeping didn't come in the third day we were there and I had to call amd eventually they came to exchange towels and take trash. This is a great location, really is close to great shopping, union Square and Chinatown! Also the cable cars and access to the Bart station and going to the pier. The rooms were spacious, we were in a King room and was perfect for 2 persons. Beds were comfy and shower was big and great pressure. They offer free coffee and pastries daily on the second floor so that was a treat to help start your day even though there's a nespresso machine in the room. They don't replace the pods though so not sure if you just have to ask, but it was yum. Thank you PaliHotel, I'm sad you don't have your restaurant/bar anymore but everything else was grand! Great value for the location, and felt safe enough walking around the nearby area. I will most definitely be coming back again!!