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The Opal San Francisco

1050 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
The Opal San Francisco
Real Traveler Rating: 4.0 out of 5 based on 759 reviews from 6 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.2 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Location: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
Value: Rating of 4.1 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.0 out of 5
call to book: 1-800-546-4167 hotels.com
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Highly Recommended
Based on 759 reviews
from 6 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.0 out of 5

    "I would recommend staying here to my friends." source Orbitz

    "Overall I would stay here again because I liked the location." source Hotels.com

    "The service was wonderful at the hotel, the morning breakfast was okay (plain bagels, 3 kinds of cereal, a nice nut bread) but not fancy." source Travelocity

    "We would certainly stay there again if we go back." source Expedia

    "I would highly recommend the Opal if all you need out of your hotel is a place to stay that is clean and inexpensive." source Hotels.com

  • Clean: Rating of 4.2 out of 5

    "Obviously modernized in the recent past, the bathroom was spacious and clean, the bed comfortable and the room in general was bright and cheerful." source Hotels.com

    "The room was clean, but there was nothing that would make you want to spend anymore time than necessary in it." source Priceline

    "Since travel is far behind buying techie toys and music gear in my priorities, I try to stay at less expensive hotels when they appear from my cross - checking of Ratings and Reviews, to be clean, well-maintained (even if not shiny new) and have good service." source Travelocity

    "I would recomend this hotel if you are looking for a clean inexpensive place to stay, and are willing to forgo extra items such as spa services, room service, swimming pool, or hot tub." source Expedia

    "The room was very clean and spacious enough not to feel cramped." source Hotels.com

  • Service: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "Location and friendly staff, very helpful." source Priceline

    "Since travel is far behind buying techie toys and music gear in my priorities, I try to stay at less expensive hotels when they appear from my cross - checking of Ratings and Reviews, to be clean, well-maintained (even if not shiny new) and have good service." source Travelocity

    "Helpful and friendly staff." source Expedia

    "A good location for a good price, friendly and helpful staff, very central location." source Travelocity

    "Complimentary breakfast was light but quite well kept, well serviced." source Travelocity

  • Location: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "certain area outside hotel u might avoid walking by." source Orbitz

    "just watch that you go in a well populated area." source Skoosh

    "The hotel charges close to $30 per day, which is unreasonable in my opinion and street parking is difficult to find and difficult understand if you are not from the area." source Hotels.com

    "not walking distance from any tourist attractions, but close enough to jump on the muni bus and get to union square, bart stations, goldengate park, chinatown, wharf, all within 10-15 minutes on the bus." source Travelocity

    "Good location, right next to AMC movie theatre." source Expedia

  • Value: Rating of 4.1 out of 5

    "This was our first time vacationing in San Francisco, and the Opal turned out to be a nice hotel for the price." source Travelocity

    "The price was very fair for the summer time." source Expedia

    "first you have to pay 25 dollars a day to park your car in the hotels parking lot." source Travelocity

    "The price was definitely right for us." source Travelocity

    "Great value for an expensive city." source Travelocity

More information on The Opal San Francisco

A classic five story hotel, The Opal San Francisco was constructed in 1908 in the heart of the city. The spacious lobby features a baby grand piano, stained glass windows, period antiques, complimentary wireless internet access, as well as a complimentary continental breakfast buffet. Additionally, the reception hosts a complimentary wine hour every Wednesday. The Opal San Francisco is just blocks from the Cable Cars, Union Square, Japan Town and convenient to Fisherman's Wharf, China Town, Polk Street restaurants, Union Street shops and public transportation. Explore all of these great neighborhoods with their own unique character.Each of the 164 well appointed guest rooms features central air and heat, cable television, complimentary secure hardwired high-speed Internet access and double paned windows that open in each guest room. The Opal's attentive, friendly staff is always available to assist with dining, sightseeing and entertainment recommendations. The Opal also features a fitness/aerobic center, guest laundry facilities, parking (extra fee) and 24 hour coffee and tea service.At the time of check-in guest must provide a picture ID and a valid Credit Card. Debit cards are not acceptable at check-in

Check-in Time:

1500

Check-out Time:

1200

Total Rooms:

Jr. Suite Queen/Queen with sitting area:Two Queen Size Beds, Sitting area, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Standard Queen NS:One Queen Bed, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Deluxe King NS:One King Bed, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Deluxe Double/Double Smoking:Smoking room with Two Double Size Beds, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Deluxe Double/Double NS:Two Double Size Beds, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.

Total Floors:

5 floors.

Rooms:

Jr. Suite Queen/Queen with sitting area:Two Queen Size Beds, Sitting area, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Standard Queen NS:One Queen Bed, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Deluxe King NS:One King Bed, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Deluxe Double/Double Smoking:Smoking room with Two Double Size Beds, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.Deluxe Double/Double NS:Two Double Size Beds, Work Desk, 27" TV Cable/Movies, Air Conditioned, Complimentary Hi Speed Internet & Continental Breakfast.

Directions

From the San Francisco Airport:Follow the signs on Highway 101 North to San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge Take Mission Street - 101 North Exit to Van Ness Avenue Stay on Van Ness AvenueThe Opal San Francisco is located on the right at Van Ness & Geary Street.

Area

San Francisco Downtown near Union Square's Shopping, Japan Town, Civic Center, Symphony, Ballet, Oprea, Dining and Theater Districts.

Attractions

Fisherman's Wharf 1 Mile / 2 Kilometers Cable Cars 5 Blocks Chinatown 0.8 Miles / 1 Kilometer Pacific Bell Park 3 Miles / 5 Kilometers San Francisco Opera/Symphony 7 Blocks Pier 39 1 Mile / 2 Kilometers Ghiradelli Square 2 Miles / 3 Kilometers Union Square 8 Blocks

Dining

Mel's DinerMel's Diner is a perfect option for the family and is connected to the hotel! Open late and serves Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

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