Cable Car Hotel San Francisco, San Francisco ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

1388 California Street, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 94109

Cable Car Hotel is a budget-friendly accommodation located in the historic Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco. Built in 1907, the hotel offers easy access to major attractions like Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, and Chinatown, all within a 20-minute walk. Guests will find a cable car stop directly across the street, enhancing mobility around the city. The area is known for its cultural diversity and an array of international dining options.

Location

Located in Nob Hill, Cable Car Hotel is roughly 12 miles from Oakland International Airport. The hotel is positioned close to numerous San Francisco landmarks, approximately 1 miles from Coit Tower and 1.5 miles from Pier 39. Public transportation is convenient, with a cable car stop readily available across the street for easy access to the city's attractions.

Rooms

Guest rooms at Cable Car Hotel are available with either private or shared bathrooms. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, microwave, and a small refrigerator. Rooms feature parquet flooring and offer courtyard views, providing a simple yet comfortable environment. Basic amenities also include heating and free toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Cable Car Hotel does not have an on-site restaurant but offers vending machines for quick snacks and beverages. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining options in the surrounding Nob Hill area, which is rich in international eateries. Numerous cafes and restaurants are within walking distance, catering to diverse culinary preferences.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides essential amenities such as laundry facilities for guest convenience. WiFi is accessible in all areas, which is beneficial for both leisure and business travelers. The hotel's budget-friendly nature allows guests to save on accommodations while enjoying nearby attractions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Heating

Fireplace

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

San Francisco 1.2 mi

Airports

San Francisco International (SFO) 14.8 mi

Oakland International (OAK) 19.9 mi

Train

F Market Street Car 1.3 mi

Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station 1.6 mi

Metro stations

Powell Street Station4000 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy Comfort!

“The room was spacious and the bed was incredibly comfortable, making it perfect for a relaxing stay.” view full review

Essential Amenities!

“The fridge and microwave in the room were lifesavers, allowing us to enjoy snacks and quick meals during our stay.” view full review

Clean and Convenient!

“Even though the bathroom was shared, it was always clean and we never had to wait to use it, which made things easy.” view full review

Spacious Layout!

“The ample closet space in the room was perfect for storing all our belongings, making the space feel even more comfortable.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Stores/Commercial services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

1388 California Street, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 94109

Map view

1388 California Street, San Francisco, California, United States of America, 94109

City landmarks

Harbor

Pier 39

1.3 mi

Monuments and Landmarks

Lombard Street

3700 ft

Grant Avenue

Chinatown

2700 ft

Shopping Area

Union Square

2700 ft

Market

Ferry Building

1.3 mi

Harbor

Fisherman's Wharf

1.5 mi

Island

Alcatraz Island

2.5 mi

Bridges

Golden Gate Bridge

3.9 mi

Cable car ride

1.5 mi

Tower

Coit Tower

1.1 mi

Cable Car

Cable Car Museum

2700 ft

Historic Site

Painted Ladies

1.3 mi

Museums

Exploratorium

1.2 mi

Gallery

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

1.1 mi

Mall

The Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Ghirardelli Square

1.5 mi

Museums

Asian Art Museum

1.0 mi

Museums

Mechanical Museum

1.3 mi

Public Building

San Francisco City Hall

1.0 mi

Church

Grace Cathedral

2700 ft

3601 Lyon St

Palace of Fine Arts

1.9 mi

Mall

Ghirardelli Square

1.5 mi

Museums

Contemporary Jewish Museum

1.1 mi

National Park

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

1.2 mi

Broadway at Columbus Avenue

North Beach

1.1 mi

Broadway Theatre

American Conservatory Theater

2700 ft

Gallery

Fort Mason Center

1.3 mi

Parks

Washington Square

1.1 mi

Aquarium

Aquarium of the Bay

1.3 mi

Bush St What3words: ///also.secret.ever

Dragon's Gate

3400 ft

Baseball Stadium

Oracle Park

1.8 mi

Nearby

Museums

Haas-Lilienthal House

1200 ft

Restaurants

Golden Horse Restaurant

200 ft

1060 Hyde St

Nourish Cafe

400 ft

1030 Hyde St

Another Cafe

900 ft

1191 Pine St Nob Hill

Cordon BLEU Vietnamese Restaurant

1200 ft

1574 California St

Bob's Donuts & Pastry Shop

1500 ft

1621 Polk St

Pearl's Deluxe Burgers

2300 ft

1001 Market St

Cookie Love

1400 ft

1488 Pine St

Ace's

1200 ft

998 Sutter St

Bite

1600 ft

912 Sutter Street

Thad's Cozy

1500 ft

963 Sutter St

Kasa Indian Eatery

700 ft

1356 Polk St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient location

Good service

Limited dining options

Basic facilities

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.8

Location

9.2

Service

8.5

Dining

7.2

Neil

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently close to Chinatown and Union Square, near shops and bus stops. The rooms offer good amenities and come with their own bathroom facilities, even with the windows open and a fan on. The service is reliable with efficient housekeeping, commercial services available, and laundry facilities. However, the dining options with homemade pies and jams are not extensive.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are equipped with good amenities and have their own bathroom facilities.

Service

9.0

The housekeeping service is efficient, and there are commercial services and laundry facilities available.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is pretty convenient, with proximity to Chinatown, Union Square, shops, and a bus stop.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience features home-made pies and jams.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers satisfactory facilities to guests.

Convenient location

Limited dining options

Christopher

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.2/10

This hotel is a hidden gem offering a peaceful stay close to the city center. The rooms are cozy and well-equipped, and the service is top-notch. However, the noise levels can be a drawback for light sleepers. The value for money is excellent, making it a great choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms with shared bathroom were cozy and well-equipped.

Service

9.0

The service, including housekeeping, was top-notch.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in the center of beautiful SF, offering easy access to the main attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited, but the breakfast was decent.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and convenient for guests.

Arthur

United States of America, August 2023

8.2/10

I found this hotel to be a cozy gem, located right above a vibrant bar with its own bathroom facilities. The bed was super comfortable, and the room had great amenities, making my stay quite pleasant. However, the noise from the bar could be a bit bothersome for light sleepers.

Rooms

8.0

I loved the comfortable bed and the great amenities in the room.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the housekeeping was top-notch.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located next to a Trader Joe's supermarket and easily accessible from the airport, with the bonus of being right next to a cable car stop.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers convenient on-site shops and commercial services, and their laundry service was efficient.

Jeff

United States of America, August 2023

8.4/10

This hotel was a gem in the city center, with cozy rooms and great amenities. The service was top-notch, and the location couldn't have been better. However, the shared bathroom was a bit inconvenient, and the homemade bread at dining was a delightful touch.

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in a room with a shared bathroom, but even with the windows open and the fan on, it was comfortable and clean. The fridge in the room was handy for keeping drinks cold.

Service

9.0

The service here was excellent overall. Housekeeping was attentive, and the availability of shops and commercial services made my stay convenient.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect, right in the heart of Nob Hill and close to all the hotspots. Being near the bus stop was a plus for exploring the city easily.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was lovely, especially with the delicious homemade bread served. It added a nice homely touch to the stay.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had good amenities to offer, making my stay comfortable and enjoyable.

Cozy rooms

Shared bathroom

Mark

United States of America, June 2023

6.8/10

The hotel was a mixed bag; The rooms were basic but provided comfort with a private bathroom. The service was decent, offering standard amenities, yet the value for money aspect was a bit lacking.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, even with the windows open and a fan on, were comfortable despite some noise from a nearby bar. They did have a private bathroom, which was convenient.

Service

6.0

The service was okay with standard facilities provided. However, there were no exceptional services that stood out.

Location

8.0

The location was quite convenient, being close to a bus stop and a grocery store. It was also near various attractions, making it pretty accessible.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience, particularly with cured meat offerings, was satisfactory but didn't offer anything extraordinary.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel provided basic facilities that met the standard requirements of guests, but there was nothing particularly luxurious or standout.

Arthur

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.8/10

This hotel is in the heart of beautiful San Francisco, close to Chinatown, Union Square, and everything you could want to explore. The rooms are above a lively bar but still comfortable with good amenities. The service is attentive and convenient. The dining options offer hand-made pasta, adding to the authentic experience. A great value if you don't mind a bit of background noise from the bar.

Rooms

8.0

My room was cozy even with the windows open and the fan on, and it had a fridge for convenience.

Service

9.0

The service here was exceptional, from housekeeping to the commercial services available and laundry assistance. Very helpful staff!

Location

10.0

I loved how close this hotel was to Chinatown, Union Square, and the cable car, making it easy to get around the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially enjoying the hand-made pasta dishes offered. A definite treat!