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Buena Vista Motor Inn

Buena Vista Motor Inn
Buena Vista Motor Inn – San Francisco, CA
Buena Vista Motor Inn – San Francisco, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Buena Vista Motor Inn

Located in San Francisco’s Marina District, the Buena Vista Motor Inn offers a prime location just 1 mi from Fisherman’s Wharf. Guests can enjoy the deck and take advantage of free on-site parking, which is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The hotel provides complimentary WiFi in every room, with select rooms featuring views of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Each traditionally styled room is equipped with cable TV, a seating area, a coffee maker, and a hairdryer. For an additional fee and upon request, rooms can also include a microwave and fridge. Guests have access to a business center for their convenience. The Buena Vista Motor Inn is just a 9-minute walk from the famous crooked Lombard Street and 1 mi from both the Aquarium of the Bay and Alcatraz Cruises, making it an excellent base for exploring San Francisco’s attractions.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.0 / 5
Great 1312 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great location right downtown. Close to everything. Fee parking available with limited spaces. Would suggest arriving early. Nice property. Was a fridge but no microwave in room. Would stay there again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Muy bonito lugar con su terraza y su jardín mucha tranquilidad y muy bonita vista

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Free parking was awesome, but fills up on weekends.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We liked the clean rooms. Comfortable stay. Parking car was sometimes difficult on tight spots.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    There is parking, but not always guaranteed 🙄 since it's not reserved parking & tight there. And we had to go to another parking garage that was far away. There's a virtual check out person there but hardly anyone at the front lobby. The vibe there wasn't all that great definitely will NOT be going there ever again and would definitely not recommend it to other future guests.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Everything from check in to check out was easy. The staff was very professional and helpful with area information . Free underground parking….big plus in San Francisco. Felt very safe in this area. Room was very clean and kept in great repair for this vintage motor inn. Loved it. Felt like back in the 50’s. So convenient to everything by bus which stops right in front and ends at Fisherman’s Wharf. Take bus 28. There are other bus’s that stop here but not sure where they go. Download the Munnimobile app. Lots of help and purchase ride tickets there. There’s a nice little sitting area in a garden patio at the back of the inn.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Stayed for two nights last weekend and was a big fan of the location, the size of the room, and the helpfulness of the staff! Would definitely stay again if I visit SF again.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room was big and clean. Also close to downtown. The only problem was you could hear everything from the other room. Wish it was more soundproof

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Parking is advertised, but not guaranteed. Spent over 20 min looking for parking. Room smelled a little damp-not sure if it’s a Bay Area scent based on radius to the sea.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great A+++

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Chambre propre tout etait excellent personnel aidant proche de tout rien a dire sur le bruit douche excellente avec plusieurs jet excellent séjour de 4 nuits

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Advertises that they serve a free breakfast, but none was available. Advertises, they have free parking, but it is limited and tight in a very small parking ramp even for a compact car.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I liked the location of the hotel and the fact that it had onsite parking.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    This location is outdated, the pictures in the site are nothing compared to what you really get. Parking space is limited and very small, if you have a larger car/suv it may not even fit there.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel is staffed by AI. The hotel itself is shabby and we had a view of a wall from our room. We wandered around looking for the roof balcony and garden. The signs all point to doors that say alarms will go off if opened.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location. My husband and I enjoyed our stay.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The room is clean. We didn't see any staff around. It was hard to find a parking spot. It was full. The good thing is that there is no homeless in that area.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The parking suck. If your early someone will block you if your late your booking you have to leave the meet at front desk

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Great location and loved that it has free parking.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Clean room, quick check in, helpful staff.

Frequently asked questions about Buena Vista Motor Inn

Does Buena Vista Motor Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Buena Vista Motor Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Buena Vista Motor Inn offer parking?
Yes, Buena Vista Motor Inn offers free parking on-site.
Does Buena Vista Motor Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Buena Vista Motor Inn offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Buena Vista Motor Inn have a fitness center?
Buena Vista Motor Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Buena Vista Motor Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Buena Vista Motor Inn is located at 1599 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94123-3113. With a Walk Score of 97, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Buena Vista Motor Inn
  • Mrs. Doubtfire 0.7 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid 1.4 mi
  • Charter of the United Nations 1.7 mi
  • Moscone Center 1.9 mi
  • Internet Archive 2.7 mi
  • Golden Gate Bridge 3.1 mi
  • University of California, San Francisco 3.1 mi

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