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Columbus Motor Inn

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Lombard Street in San Francisco

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wooden dresser, and a door leading to another room.
A Columbus Inn hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and balconies.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a leather sofa, a small cart, and a potted plant.
Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small nightstand with a phone.
A hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, hairdryer, and coffee maker.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1075 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94123
  • Place, Lombard Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghirardelli Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 39
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small nightstand with a phone.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(86 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

San Francisco

Heart of San Francisco.Within a 10-minute walk of this Russian Hill hotel, you'll find Lombard Street and San Francisco Bay. Also, Pier 39 is within half a mile (1 km) and Presidio of San Francisco is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lombard Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ghirardelli Square - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pier 39 - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Aquarium of the Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fort Mason - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Taylor St & Columbus Ave Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 5 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tamago Sushi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Abacá - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cobb's Comedy Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Codmother - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Columbus Motor Inn

Hotel near Lombard Street in San Francisco
Columbus Motor Inn offers its guests a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Columbus Motor Inn also features a front-desk safe and an elevator. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this San Francisco hotel.

  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Columbus Motor Inn offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height door lock
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Columbus Motor Inn San Francisco
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Columbus Motor San Francisco
Columbus Motor Hotel San Francisco
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Columbus Motor Inn to the airport?

Columbus Motor Inn is 20.2 mi (41-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Columbus Motor Inn?

As of Sept 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Columbus Motor Inn on Sept 3, 2026 start from CA $178, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Columbus Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Columbus Motor Inn.

How close is Columbus Motor Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 7.4 mi (29-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 9.3 mi (37-min drive) from Rodeo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Columbus Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Columbus Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Columbus Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Columbus Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Columbus Motor Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Columbus Motor Inn have a pool?

Columbus Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Columbus Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Columbus Motor Inn to downtown San Francisco?

Columbus Motor Inn is 2 mi away from San Francisco.

Columbus Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 686 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly staff, clean decent size room.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean room, amazing location, super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable room, parking included, quiet but with easy access to the wharf, marina, north beach and a huge variety of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to cable cars, good food, and so much more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay! Parking was easy and the staff were very friendly. The hotel is in the heart of North Beach and walking distance to Cobbs Comedy Club and tons of restaurants! Already planning my next trip and will be staying here!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was good. Would stay again and definitely recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with parking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, and onsite parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Large clean room. Free parking is a real plus. Easy walk to Fisherman’s Wharf and North Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tabitha

Liked: Staff & service
parking is a huge plus. hotel has a great location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

yocelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs a public microwave other than that great place in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean, quiet spacious stay good area around there to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was so nice to stay in. Even though it's a little bit older it is clearly well cared for and comfortable to stay in. The beds were so comfortable and we really enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

przemyslaw

Perfect location , offers off street parking. Very friendly stuff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location, being close enough to the wharf to walk to, but it would be much nicer if there was a microwave and frig in the room. The staff was very helpful and friendly !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel centrally placed and easy walk to the Seafront, Chinatown and Union Square
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Shelly

Liked: Staff & service
I have stayed at the Columbus motor in several times. It’s all about the location and the location is excellent. This time the room, however, had mould in the bathroom on the ceiling and the shade of the lamp was stained. It’s a basic motel with a wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Good free parking. Staff as friendly and very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and check in was easy. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean room. Parking was great, staff provided everyone with respect. This place was really close to fisherman Warf.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent affordable rooms! Extremely helpful and friendly staff, parking was very convenient and really nice location! We had an excellent trip because of this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was very easy Shops,food was very close Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, friendly staff, very convenient location, with free parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to tourist sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025