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Argonaut Hotel

4.5 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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495 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA, 94109
  • Ghirardelli Square
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Lombard Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Pier 39
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

City View Room, 1 King Bed

  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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City View Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

  • 300 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 600 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bay View (Mobility, Roll in Shower)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City View Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll in Shower)

  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility)

  • 650 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bay View (Mobility)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City View Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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City View Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Argonaut)

  • 950 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard, 2 Queen Beds (Interior)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

  • 950 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll in Shower, Interior)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard, 1 King Bed (Interior)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard, 1 Queen Bed (Interior)

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Argonaut Hotel

4.5-star hotel in Fisherman's Wharf
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business center, valet parking, and spa services.
Argonaut Hotel offers 252 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Business-related amenities at this 4.5-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms.

Public areas are equipped with complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. This luxury hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, spa services, and multilingual staff. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station.

Argonaut Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Blue Mermaid - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 85.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Mermaid

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On the bay

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (45 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1909
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • iPod dock
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 250 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
  • Resort fee: USD 42.37 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 30 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 85.50 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 250 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Argonaut Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 784 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was the perfect stay!
Awesome location in Fisherman’s Whatf, many top-notch restaurant options within 5 min. walking distance. Cleanliness, service and comfort were all in full force -can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul Thaddeus

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphne, San Diego

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My recent stay at the Argonaut Hotel in San Francisco was a memorable experience worth highlighting. From check-in to check-out, the service and amenities exceeded expectations. The room was spotless, quiet, and well-appointed, and I was especially impressed that the hotel maintained a fresh, odor-free environment despite being pet-friendly. It made me wish I had brought my dog instead of boarding her! Customer service was a standout. After noticing unexpected charges on my bill at checkout, I contacted the front desk, and Angel Palacios, the Front Desk Supervisor, promptly resolved the issue. Not only was the error corrected and refunded, but the hotel also waived the daily guest amenity fees as a goodwill gesture. This exceptional service turned a potential issue into a positive experience. Kudos also to the Blue Mermaid restaurant staff, who kindly provided dining utensils when I forgot to bring my own. Their helpfulness and attention to detail truly enhanced my stay. For improvements, I’d suggest offering complimentary refreshments in the lobby or waiting area and adding bidets to the bathrooms—small touches that would elevate the guest experience. Overall, the Argonaut Hotel left a lasting impression with its cleanliness, pet-friendly charm, and top-notch hospitality. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting San Francisco—it’s a true gem in the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was great, right by everything you want to see in SF, however, the service in the restaurant was not great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It meant all of our expectations. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda, San Carlos

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s right on the wharf. Close to Aquatic Park and Ghirardelli Square. My room was excellent. Beds super comfy I hope when the area is restored and more police around it will be more vibrant and safe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, South San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property and you can easily walk to so many sites, attractions and stores. The staff was so helpful and kind, the property is very well maintained and feels very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brynn

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location, solid dining choices and access to a variety of neighborhoods via trolly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quiet hotel but limited options other than Pier 39
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very accommodating and super friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The mini fridge stopped working. I brought it to their attention, but nothing changed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zinoviy

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolenta

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms could use some TLC: towels hangers to start, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024