The Herbert Hotel

2 stars
7.0
Good
based on 2148 reviews
2,148 reviews
161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States
161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
+1 415 362 1600
Tue 22/9
-
Wed 23/9
2 guests, 1 room
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$98
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Queen room, bed type unknown
$98
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$122
Double room, bed type unknown
$145
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Overview

Herbert Hotel is set amongst San Francisco's popular nightlife destinations, just a short stroll from Powell Street Station. It is close to Union Square Plaza.

The hotel has 35 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Helpful and professional staff are available 24 hours a day.

All of the contemporary rooms at Herbert Hotel are equipped with a hair dryer. There are also several connecting rooms designed to accommodate families or groups travelling together.

The location of the hotel permits convenient access to many tourist attractions. The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Moscone Center are a short walk away.

7.0
Good
2148 reviews

Latest deals for The Herbert Hotel

Tue 22/9
-
Wed 23/9
Queen room, bed type unknown
$98
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
$190
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$239
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$100
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$122
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$150
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$127
nightly with fees
Double room, bed type unknown
$145
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$172
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$138
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$141
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$141
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$159
nightly with fees
Double room, 1 queen bed
$170
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$142
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$204
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$149
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$169
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$190
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$150
nightly with fees
Standard Room, 1 queen bed
$190
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$198
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$159
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$256
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$300
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$160
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$162
nightly with fees
Queen room, 1 queen bed
$179
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 queen bed
$249
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$187
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$189
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$208
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at The Herbert Hotel

  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out

Reviews of The Herbert Hotel

7.0
Good
2148 verified ratings
Wonderful
516
Very good
466
Good
507
Okay
230
Fair
193
Mediocre
77
Poor
159

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's excellent location, which is close to public transport, shops, and city attractions, making it very convenient for travelers. Many reviewers also mention that the hotel offers good value for the price, especially given the generally high cost of accommodation in the area. However, there are frequent complaints about cleanliness, with several guests noting unclean rooms, lack of housekeeping, and issues with shared bathrooms. Service is also criticized, particularly the absence of staff and poor room maintenance. Bed comfort receives mixed to negative feedback, with some finding the beds uncomfortable or too high. Overall, while the location and value are strong positives, cleanliness, service, and bed comfort are areas needing improvement.
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Location10 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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5.7
Fair
Augusto, Jul 2019
Pros (+) Great location.
Cons (-) Better bed
8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2017
Cons (-) I don't recall reading that the rooms did not have air conditioning.
6.2
Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) The location is excellent
Cons (-) -The noise level with the other rooms - can hear everything that happens with the next room -The shared toilet was not great. Everytime I used it, it smelled awful.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) Cannot control heater, no heater at night

Location

161 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square193 m
  • Museum of Modern Art0.6 km
  • Moscone Center0.7 km
  • Transamerica Pyramid1.1 km
  • Civic Center Plaza1.2 km
  • San Francisco City Hall1.3 km
  • Downtown San Francisco1.3 km
  • Embarcadero1.6 km
  • Ferry Building1.6 km
  • San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge1.8 km
  • Oracle Park1.9 km
  • Lombard Street2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Herbert Hotel

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High season

Average price (weeknight)

October
September
$285
Cheapest month to stay with an average 47% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

The Herbert Hotel

Which month has the cheapest rates at The Herbert Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at The Herbert Hotel is November, with an average nightly rate of $151. The most expensive month is January at $576 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book The Herbert Hotel?

The cheapest day to book The Herbert Hotel is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of $141. The most expensive day is Wednesday at $353 per night.

How far in advance should you book The Herbert Hotel?

To get the best price at The Herbert Hotel, book around 7 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 39% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Herbert Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Herbert Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and September.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Herbert Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $353, while the most expensive was $353.
  • How long should you stay at The Herbert Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Herbert Hotel

  • Where is The Herbert Hotel located?

    The Herbert Hotel is located at 161 Powell Street in Union Square Area, 0.9 km from the centre of San Francisco. Union Square is the closest landmark to The Herbert Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Herbert Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Herbert Hotel.

  • How far is The Herbert Hotel from the airport?

    The Herbert Hotel is 18.5 km from San Francisco. The Herbert Hotel is 18.6 km from Oakland.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

0.9 km
San Francisco
18.5 km

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