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Reviews of The Grove Inn 3 stars

890 Grove St, Alamo Square, San Francisco, CA 94117, United States

#7 of 19 B&Bs and Inns in San Francisco

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 389 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    9.0
    Charming boutique hotel in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Bay Windows
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    there’s no on site parking. the lot they recommend is 4 blocks away and is pricey. street parking is only 2 hours every day fyi. there’s no AC but they give you a standing fan that isn’t that strong . windows provide air flow but when windows are open, you have bus and street noise. the bathroom and shower was quite small but clean. no ice machine. the stairs to get to second floor are quite steep. front desk is only 9a-5p and if you arrive late, it can be a challenge checking in.

    great location a block from Alamo square and the painted ladies. right on the 22 bus line. easy access to other routes. our room faced grove and had a bay view window. bathrooms were recently remodeled. Less than 20 rooms so it feels like you’re part of the neighborhood rather than a big hotel. very clean throughout. key fobs to enter main door. area felt safe and it’s on a very pretty street.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2023

    10
    Excellent and terrific value for money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nil

    Terrific small hotel in a good location. I wish I'd known about it earlier in our stay in San Francisco, as we would have booked extra nights here. Friendly host, the room was small but very clean and comfortable, with a lovely bathroom. Great value for money!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2023

    10
    fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Queen Room (No Special View)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very San Francisco…. great location and friendly.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    10
    Very good value for money , nice and clean , lovely staff. Rooms have nice thick walls
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    The place was lovely , great value for money

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was excellent, very comfortable bed. Very friendly staff. Last but not least the location.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room’s window looked onto a small lightwell with no view out, which wasn’t great.

    Fantastic location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2023

    8.0
    in total it was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room (No Special View)
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were not enough sockets for Wi-Fi. The room was clean

    Excellent location. Proximity to public transportation. Excellent attitude. A spacious and pleasant room. A basket of a variety of cookies is renewed every day.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Bay Windows
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We left out bags with them for an extra night - long story - but they were incredibly kind and concerned for us. Could not have been nicer.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    10
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room (No Special View)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing everything was perfect

    Staff Very clean Snacks😁

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2023

    9.0
    Great place in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room (No Special View)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t think of anything

    Location, value for money, room small but well set up

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room (No Special View)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very quiet neighborhood but close to public transit and restaurants.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2023

    8.0
    Great boutique inn in SF! I will definitely return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    •no closet to hang your clothes - we were in the suite (room #1) and there is excess furniture that is really not required. Having an armoire to hang clothes would be ideal •very small televisions and they are not smart tvs.

    •location •comfortable •friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Bay Windows
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved the little breakfast baskets that were provided each morning with snacks that you could take with you for the day. The location was amazing, we walked everywhere from The Grove Inn.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely guesthouse with generous rooms and good furnishings.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The location is not on a MUNI line, but the neighborhood was quiet. (There is a bus line right next to the Grove Inn.) I wanted to be close to/on Alamo Square with the Painted Ladies. The Grove Inn is perfectly located in a quieter neighborhood.

    The historic building had clean, high-quality remodeling inside. Room quality was well above the rate I paid. The value was very good compared to alternatives in the area and overall. Very nice soaps as well.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2023

    9.0
    My second visit to the Grove Inn! Both visits were wonderful! Close to family! Beds comfortable And bathroom very cle
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    location

    Clean and safe area! Close to family !

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    9.0
    Lovely place, comfy beds and close to centre of Monterey
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Friendly reception staff, spacious and clean room with a comfortable bed. Easily walkable to Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf and nice to have free parking. Breakfast was some of the nicest we had in the States, nothing fancy but everything of nice quality and good variety.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    8.0
    Nice location and clean comfortable rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The stairs were a bit narrow and it was a bit difficult lifting the luggage to the first floor.

    Location is excellent and safe. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    8.0
    Affordable, accessible, and the friendliest staff
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    At night it was really, really warm. Borderline uncomfortable.

    Smooth check-in, nice bathrooms, comfy beds and pillows, and is right off the 22 bus line which gets you everywhere!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great Hayes Valley location. Warm, friendly, quiet.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2023

    9.0
    The location was central to everything I wanted to do, and far enough away from crowds and noise.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Bay Windows
    • Stayed 6 nights

    I realize it's not possible to leave the office open if the staff does not work past 5pm, but I missed having a lounge area to sit in. If business is slow across the street at the Alamo Square Seafood Grill, they close as early as 8pm, and do not stay open till their posted time. The people next to me were a bit noisy and stayed up late...oh well. I still had a good time.

    It was very convenient to walk to Hayes Street, or catch a bus, or walk to Alamo Square Park. I liked the blackout shades so I could block out the street lamps. I appreciated a coffeemaker in the room, and a tea kettle, hairdryer and fridge. The bed was very comfortable and I slept well.The staff was delightful. I would definitely come back.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room (No Special View)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was small but clean and up to date. It had everything we needed. Location was very quiet and we. were able to have breakfast and dinner within walking distance of the Inn. The staff were awesome.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was ideal, in a quiet and safe neighborhood very close to the downtown area, easily accessible by public transit. I felt very comfortable staying with my two teenage kids here. The beds were extremely comfortable, the price much more favorable than othe hotels, with a corner store and small cafe nearby for getting fruit and breakfast items. The staff were super welcoming. The check in process was seamless. Would definitely come back here to stay!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2023

    8.0
    great and comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the creaking of the floorboard from the guests above us

    close to everything and buses. Great bistro and cafe nearby

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2023

    10
    just great
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Stayed in March 2023

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