495 Jefferson Street, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States
#30 of 220 hotels in San Francisco
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1054 hotel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 30 October 2023
Matt
United StatesNo complaints. If I HAD to pick something to complain about, the walls were a little thin so we could hear the people next door when they were talking. Aside from that there is nothing we didn’t like.
Perfect location. Beautiful property. Wonderfully kind staff.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Kree
CanadaNot much , pretty happy with the stay.
Assessable to everything required, Very clean comfortable, the bed was also comfortable.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Benjamin
United StatesIt’s not the cheapest stay in town, but that’s not the point here.
The Argonaut is a surprising, authentic gem located just at the upper end of touristy Fisherman’s wharf. Huge wooden beams, plank floors, carved bed headstands make you feel a bit back in time. The attached restaurant is wonderful, ate there three times. There’s a nautical museum inside as well! Great location if you like to run, you’re 3.5 miles away from the Golden Gate Bridge and the path there is epic. Solid gym with lots of weights. Pillows are super comfy. Fireplace in lobby. A great weekend getaway if you want to extend a business trip to SF.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
James
United KingdomDidn’t know until last day about free coffee at breakfast time
Amazing location , great facilities
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Robert
AustraliaGreat location and friendly staff
Great facilities and location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Rohan
AustraliaNo mixers to enjoy the minibar!
The location is perfect for enjoying SFO.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 October 2023
Jo
United KingdomThe walls between the rooms are very thin, so it can be noisy.
Excellent location for exploring the city. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Lovely decor too! The team were also very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
S
CanadaExcellent location!! Lovely hotel with cool history!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 16 October 2023
Patrick
United StatesLocation, ambience, friendliness
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Barcellona
United StatesThis hotel has a great vibe. It's very cool.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Derrick
United KingdomIs it me. Should water be free in a room & not 5 & 8 $. An holding your payment. First they hold total stay plus 400 $ & when you check out they take it again. Then 4 days later you get the fist back. I know it’s held pending. But it makes me nervous
The location in the wharf
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
David
AustraliaThe ridiculous price of minibar items. No kettle in the room ( although there’s a coffee maker).
Fun, playful nautical theme. Fantastic location. Having normal checkout at 12pm made the last day more relaxed and worthwhile
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 15 October 2023
Jordan
United StatesNothing
Clean, updated, very nice styling.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Nancyz
GreeceGreat decoration and vibe inside the hotel and nice location close to the piers
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Mairin
United KingdomNothing.
Location perfect. Staff perfect.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
David
United KingdomNothing! Maybe the one broken lift if I’m pushed!
It’s location was perfect for us as first time visitors to SF. Room was comfortable and restaurant was really good. Staff were all exceptional, with an extra special shout out to the concierge (Zoe? I’m not good with names) who’s patience helping us to book a car service went above an beyond. Thank you.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Michael
AustraliaParking was on the exceptionally expensive side
Very clean and well appointed hotel in an excellent location. We had outstanding views of the bay and Alcatraz.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 6 October 2023
Katijah
AustraliaNothing, it was perfect
Location was amazing. All the staff were super friendly and helpful. The chowder at the restaurant was the best I had anywhere! Bed was super comfy.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Dusando
Czech RepublicThe hotel is located right at the end of San Francisco's Fisherman Wharf area. The place is amazing to stay, there are many restaurants, bars and shops nearby. The surroundings are very pleasant and holiday-like. The hotel is located in a historic building and provides comfort and convenience, only slightly limited by the original building. I stayed in a room with a sea view, which was a nice perk.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Sebius
United StatesNo breakfast included, some elevators don't work, no pool. Rooms aren't cheap, also overnight parking isn't cheap.
Great location, great staff, decent gym, great views
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Richard
United KingdomThe lift rarely works
Great area 3 nights are enough
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Courtney
CanadaThe restaurant in the hotel - The Blue Mermaid - had excellent breakfast/brunch but we didn’t love the dinner options. The menu just wasn’t varied enough for our liking. The staff was great, though! There are two elevators for the entire hotel and one was out of service for the week we were there. This led to long waits for the elevator. If you’re on the lower floors and don’t have mobility concerns, it might be easier to just take the stairs.
The location of this hotel is the best part about it - walking distance to the tourist areas along Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, Lombard Street, Chinatown, and a beach with swimming. Also within a block of the street car, cable car, and bus, so you can use transit for everything. The service at the hotel was great. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. We had an early wine tour one morning and the front desk staff offered complimentary water bottles as we left. They also gave us complimentary late checkout (1pm). Our room was basic but comfy. The bed was really comfortable and the TV had access to streaming services (you had to log in to your own account). The bathroom was clean with good water pressure in the shower and sink. There was a safe and mini fridge in the room.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Robert
United KingdomA bit pricey but you do get well looked after!
Good location, decent sized rooms and has some character. Helpful staff and excellent breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 30 September 2023
Karin
FranceWonderful location on the quieter end of the wharf. Comfortable rooms and excellent breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Debbie
United KingdomThe shower curtain int eh bathroom was a little dated, but this is a minor quibble!
The Argonaut is in a great location with easy access to Fisherman's wharf. We loved the nautical theme throughout the hotel. The room was comfortable and breakfast was very good. We will definitely stay there again next time we visit San Francisco.
Stayed in August 2023
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