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Argonaut Hotel

4.5 star property
Family-friendly 4.5-star hotel near Ghirardelli Square

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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495 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA, 94109
  • Place, Ghirardelli Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lombard Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pier 39
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Courtyard)

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • City view
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Courtyard, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Argonaut Golden Gate)

Suite (Argonaut Golden Gate)

  • Bay view
  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Alcatraz)

Suite (Alcatraz)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Francisco

Fisherman's Wharf stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Fisherman's Wharf hotel, you'll find Ghirardelli Square and Lombard Street. Pier 39 and Palace of Fine Arts are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ghirardelli Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Van Ness Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lombard Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pier 39 - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Hyde St & Beach St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Buena Vista Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪San Francisco Brewing Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ghirardelli-On-The-Go at Ghirardelli Square - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palette Tea House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Argonaut Hotel

Family-friendly 4.5-star hotel near Ghirardelli Square
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A 24-hour business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A 24-hour fitness center, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Argonaut Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 252 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1909
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Argonaut Hotel offers 252 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 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 coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 250 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
  • Resort fee: USD 43.55 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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 30.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Argonaut Hotel to the airport?

Argonaut Hotel is 20.6 mi (45-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 Argonaut Hotel?

As of Apr 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argonaut Hotel on Apr 26, 2026 start from CA $307, 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 Argonaut Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Argonaut Hotel.

How close is Argonaut Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 7.5 mi (30-min drive) from Ocean Beach.

Does Argonaut Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Argonaut Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 20 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Argonaut Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (25-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Argonaut Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Argonaut Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 85.50 per day.

Does Argonaut Hotel have a pool?

Argonaut Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Argonaut Hotel have a restaurant?

Argonaut Hotel is home to Blue Mermaid, which features seafood, al fresco dining, and happy hour.

Does Argonaut Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer Swedish massages.

How close is Argonaut Hotel to downtown San Francisco?

Argonaut Hotel is 2.3 mi away from San Francisco.

Argonaut Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 969 out of 1274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1274 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SUE, BAKERSFIELD

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Silverio

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Anirudh

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, clean, and spacious!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and neat. Restaurant was amazing! All staff was very attentive and friendly. The location is great too!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The employees weren’t helpful, the bed was uncomfortable,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn, Sonoma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, helpful staff, easy valet parking but very expensive!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

sumeer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Very helpful staff at the hotel. The restaurant at the hotel needs staff who can attend the customers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugh, Bellingham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bobbi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall not worth the costs. They charge a daily resort fee for unknown services. Room was just ok. Bathroom could use some updating. The location was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff, clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quick check-in. Room was ready early.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael, Austin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and overall, nice hotel with friendly staff but our room was a dissappointment. The heating in our room did not work so we had to sleep in 58 degrees with a 3 year old toddler. The space heaters that they brought to remediate caused the breakers to flip so we had no electricity in the room. At 4am, the cleaning crew emptied the recycling bins (glass) outside the hotel and we heared it all, for about 20 minutes. Lastly, the alarm on the radio woke us up again at 6:30am. Net, we slept less than 4 actual hours, with a 3 year old. All of us were miserable and trying to talk to the manager has been impossible since he was nowhere to be found. Don't stay in room 203...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and classy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were SO nice and responsive! The booking was very misleading though, warning: the valet charges you $75 per night and gives you limited alternative parking options- welcome to San Francisco. Room was clean, beds were cozy, they had a phone charger, but an accidental 8:45am doorbell by the housekeeper was annoying. It was awesome being close to Ghirardelli Square and fisherman’s wharf - super convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful entry. Nice staff. Rooms are decorated with a tasteful nautical theme. Great location to restaurants, Alcatraz, and Ghirardelli’s. Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. The rooms and the entire Hotel is really cool. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Indian River

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay eith amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in staff were attentive and friendly. This hotel is so nice we appreciate the attention to detail. We enjoyed having The Blue Mermaid close by and a lot of other great shops and restaurants. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025