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The Harbor Court Hotel, a stunning boutique hotel on the San Francisco waterfront, features unobstructed views of the bay, the Bay Bridge, and Treasure Island. The spectacular location is complemented by the hotel's luxurious and stylishly designed rooms. Adjacent to a state-of-the-art YMCA (open to guests), the Harbor Court Hotel is within easy walking of the Ferry Building Marketplace, the Financial District, AT&T Park, the Moscone Convention Center, Union Square, and North Beach. Mobility accessible rooms available upon request comply with Accessibility Rules.
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Harbor Court Hotel earns high marks for its cleanliness, with a majority of guests commending the spotless rooms and well-maintained facilities, despite a few mentions of the need for cleaner air vents. While some visitors find the rooms a bit on the smaller side and the breakfast offerings basic, the hotel's location is often celebrated for its convenience, nestled close to a plethora of attractions and dining options.
The ambiance is frequently described as inviting, with an elegant decor that enhances the experience. Although there are occasional comments about extra fees and room noise, the staff's excellent service helps offset these concerns, making Harbor Court Hotel a popular choice among travelers.
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Convenient
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Inviting
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Cozy
Value
Expensive
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Immaculate
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Friendly
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Well-appointed
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This charming little hotel (once owned by the Kimpton brand is now independently owned) is docked right near the water. The lobby had cozy and comfortable vibe with coffee/tea available in the morning. The room I stayed in had an a spectacular view of the Bay Bridge and Ferry Building. I arrived to a few people ahead of me but Tony who was managing the front at time seemed to address and resolve each case quickly. He was prompt, courteous and professional. It wasn't long before I was handed my keys and scurried to my room after a long day. I liked the quirky and nautical theme of the room plus everything was clean and organized. The bathroom was well-stocked with toiletries, towels and luxe bath products. The a/c vents might need a little cleaning as I awoke to some sense of it. Overall, an amazing stay and would come back to stay, again!
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Jessica Wright, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Jul 1, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us Momo714! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our charming hotel and appreciated our cozy, comfortable lobby with its morning coffee and tea offerings. It's great to know that you loved your room's spectacular view of the Bay Bridge and Ferry Building. We take pride in our unique, nautical-themed rooms and are pleased that you found everything clean and well-organized. Your mention of the well-stocked bathroom with luxurious bath products is much appreciated. We're especially grateful for your kind words about Tony. Providing prompt, courteous, and professional service is our priority, and it's fantastic to hear that he made a positive impression during your check-in process. We appreciate your feedback regarding the a/c vents and will ensure that our maintenance team addresses this promptly. Thank you once again for your lovely review. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing stay!
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I stayed in a queen bed room. It was a small, tight space but maneuverable for one person and since I only had a carry on. The bed was super soft and cozy and extremely well put together (we own a 5-star rental condo unit in a prime city and had to teach my cleaning crew the proper way to fold the sheets for people expecting to stay in a five-star hotel). It was clean and the front desk staff was very courteous and helpful, no matter what time of day I called downstairs for something (8pm or 5am). The hotel is also a great location, across the street from the Bay Bridge and 5 min walk to the Ferry Building market and shops. If you are a coffee lover and enjoy healthy breakfast wraps or egg sandwiches, there is a Starbucks 2 blocks away, however I would highly recommend Sweet Joanna’s Cafe. I had a loaded veggie breakfast wrap with all the veggies, large coffee latte with almond milk and a coconut water for $24 with tip. Coffee is $3-$4. Breakfast was fresh, fast and delicious.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Jessica Wright, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Oct 24, 2022
Thank you for your review imarray. We appreciate you noticing how well put together that bed was, housekeeping works very hard and are fantastic at what they do. Thanks again and we hope to see you gain soon!
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I lived in San Francisco, for many, many years, before retiring elsewhere, so have long been familiar with the many hotel options in the City. I’ve stayed at many of them, when visiting over the last few years, but wanted to try a “new neighborhood” this time. It was delightful.
The location couldn’t be better. Right at the waterfront, the neighborhood is full of spectacular new buildings, even though the Harbor Court is in an historic one, and the area is vibrant, with tons of friendly folks walking dogs, jogging and having a good time. The area is full of bustling restaurants. The views are legendary.
The hotel itself, a boutique-style one, is charming. The lobby, where complimentary breakfast and evening wine are served, is warm and cozy and a great place to strike up conversations with other visitors. Many of the clientele seemed to be European tourists.
Rooms are on the smaller side, but spotlessly clean, comfortable, modern, and well equipped. (There are plenty of charge outlets.) The rooms are very quiet, too.
Staff were wonderfully friendly and accommodating. I traveled with my Labradoodle and they made my guy feel very welcome indeed, even remembering his name every time we came through the lobby. (There is a great dog friendly parklet right across the street, btw). Like most places, there is a pet fee, but it was actually a little less onerous than at some other venues.
Valet parking worked well and was priced much as it is elsewhere. Unlike some other hotels, however, they allow in-and-out privileges, which can be quite handy.
My only disappointment is that I saw no evidence of a bellman. It would have been nice to have had some assistance with my luggage, since there are stairs from the auto entrance and I was trying to juggle a dog at the same time. Sadly, this amenity, though, appears to be disappearing from the hotel scene everywhere.
We had a great stay and will be back!
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Response from Jessica Wright, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Sep 7, 2023
Thank you SFGlen, for sharing your detailed and insightful review of your recent stay with us at Harbor Court Hotel! We take pride in our boutique-style hotel, and we're thrilled that you found it charming and welcoming. It's wonderful to hear that the lobby served as a cozy place for conversations. We're delighted that you found our rooms clean, comfortable, modern, and well-equipped. Our staff's warm and accommodating service is something we greatly value, and we're especially pleased to hear that your Labradoodle was made to feel welcome. We understand that traveling with pets can be special, and we aim to make it as comfortable as possible. Thank you for your feedback regarding the bellman service. We appreciate your input, and we will certainly take this into consideration as we continually strive to improve our services. We're excited to welcome you back for another stay in the future. We look forward to providing you with another memorable experience!
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2 nights in this hotel. Great location to access the seaside, the tram line F passes right next door. Room correct but small, bathroom very good. The room "Waterfront" gives a beautiful view of the bay. Breakfast very simple, and basic (coffee, tea, muffin ....). The Wine snack in the evening is very limited: 1 type of red, 1 type of white. Staff not necessarily warm, but "they do the job".
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Date of stay: December 2024
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I would strongly recommend finding another place, this hotel is not worth the money, or money in general. I had ordered a room with a City View, which at this hotel means that you are looking at the A/C vents (see pictures). I did not expect a view of the Bay Bridge, but I certainly don't see why I should pay extra for looking at the Hotel's A/Cs. By check-in I asked them to extend my stay by another night due to unforeseen circumstances (happens to all of us) and they told me that I would have to move room, which I, of course, did not agree to. I tried to fix it with other employees in the reception the day after, and each and every person I spoke with in the reception thought it was 100% OK that I would have to move room. I ended up packing all my stuff Wednesday morning and went down to the reception to change room, only then did someone tell me that I could stay in my room. There was zero willingness to try to solve my problem, as no one even saw it as a problem. This is a deep misunderstanding of guest expectations and experience, and these people shouldn't be in the HOSPITALITY business. I should add that there were conferences in the city that week so I paid way above $600 per night for this room.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Room Tip:Don't get confused by the creative writing in their responses to criticism. Wish they were that...
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Response from Jessica Wright, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Mar 28, 2024
Dan, I'm truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience at our hotel. It's disheartening to learn that we fell short of meeting your expectations and that you encountered issues with your room and the handling of your request for an extended stay. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience. We strive to provide exceptional service and ensure that all guest needs are met promptly and efficiently, and it's clear that we failed to do so in your case. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we will use it to address the areas where we can improve and prevent similar situations from occurring in the future. We understand the importance of guest satisfaction and take your comments seriously. If you would be willing to give us another chance, we would welcome the opportunity to make it right and provide you with the exceptional experience that you deserve. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our management team directly, and we will do everything we can to regain your trust and confidence in our hotel. Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention, and we hope to have the chance to welcome you back and exceed your expectations in the future.
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Always the best subtle amenities. The staff is great, coffee, breakfast and drinks in the modern but comfortable lounge. Rooms are always clean and you’ve two very unique restaurants to cater to sports and bar folks, as well has business casual sushi
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Date of stay: November 2024
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Response from Tony Lai, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Nov 23, 2024
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the subtle amenities we offer and found our staff, coffee, breakfast, and drinks in the lounge to your liking. It's wonderful that the modern yet comfortable vibe resonated with you. We’re thrilled to know that our clean rooms and nearby dining options, catering to both sports enthusiasts and sushi lovers, added to your positive experience. We greatly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic stay soon!
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Hotel is well located but there’s room for improvement. Staff is friendly, breakfast is continental but pretty poor with just bananas and apples, some muffins, coffee and tea, yogurt and bottled juice. There’s not actually a breakfast area for you to eat and you should find what is more convenient for you. If this is enough for you to start the day, you’ll be fine. The room I got as a 1st time visitor was pretty bad facing the internal area which also comes with constant noise from the AC machines and all that stuff. The bed was pretty comfortable but the cleanness should improve. I’m a pretty allergic person and I couldn’t stop sneezing and when I looked on top of the TV I could find the reason why. The dust here was the same over the wardrobe, besides some previous guests hair in different places of the bathroom.
I wish I could say I would stay in this hotel but I’ll try to find another one for my next visit.
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Response from Tony Lai, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Nov 1, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re pleased to hear you found our staff friendly and appreciated our convenient location. However, we’re genuinely sorry to learn that certain aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. We value your comments on our breakfast offerings and understand how a designated space and more variety could improve your morning routine. We’re currently assessing our breakfast setup to provide a more satisfying experience for our guests. We’re also concerned to hear about the noise from the internal area and the cleanliness issues in your room. Your feedback has been shared with our housekeeping and maintenance teams, and we are working to address these matters promptly. A comfortable and clean environment is of utmost importance, especially for guests with sensitivities, and we apologize that we didn’t meet this standard during your stay. Thank you again for your valuable feedback. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to make your next stay more enjoyable.
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This hotel is perfect for those who want to stay out of the hustle and bustle of downtown but also have the ability to walk anywhere that is worthwhile. Janelle at the front desk is fantastic and helped me while I stayed there. She helped me with my car in valet, the room and then offered places to eat.
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Tony Lai, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Nov 23, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the peaceful yet convenient location of our hotel and found it perfect for exploring nearby attractions. Janelle is indeed a gem on our team, and we're delighted she made your stay exceptional by assisting with valet, your room, and dining recommendations. Your compliments will definitely make her day! We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable stay.
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The hotel decor is great, the free bicycles available for riding around the city (including the nice safe bike lane up Embarcadero) were a nice touch. Just beware that the hotel is shaped like U so that half of the rooms face in toward each other (maybe 30’ separation). The city view rooms do get quite a bit of noise from the hvac on the adjacent roof. A bay view room would be best, an interior view room if noise is a concern, city view if value and view are your priorities. Rooms are on the small side, adequate for two but the excellent decor makes it a place I would return to.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Jessica Wright, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded Oct 31, 2022
We appreciate you taking the time to tell us about your stay, C8726VHstvem. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to see you again next time you're in town!
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Aside from being a 5-10 minute walk from the Embarcadero, my recent stay was excellent, largely thanks to the outstanding service provided by their wait staff. While I didn't catch their names (I was always in and out), both individuals went above and beyond to ensure I felt welcome and well-cared for. I especially remember the lady with the vibrant red/orange highlights and the young, stylish gentleman with the cool, modern take on a mullet – they were both fantastic! Please extend my sincere thanks and commendations to them both. The hotel itself was lovely, offering comfortable accommodations and a convenient location, but it was the genuine hospitality and attentiveness of the staff that truly made my stay memorable. I highly recommend Harbor Court Hotel to anyone visiting San Francisco!
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Tony Lai, Guest Services / Front Office at Harbor Court Hotel
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent stay and that our team made such a positive impression on you. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to our amazing staff members – they’ll be delighted to know they made your visit special. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed our comfortable accommodations and convenient location as well. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Harbor Court Hotel on your next trip to San Francisco!
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There are more places to choose from in the San Francisco area.
PRICE RANGE
₱11,170 - ₱22,226 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
kimpton san francisco
LOCATION
United StatesCaliforniaSan FranciscoDowntown San Francisco / Downtown / South Beach / Embarcadero
NUMBER OF ROOMS
131
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