Historic, budget hotel with Victorian style
Located in North Beach, a quick walk to Fisherman’s Wharf
Old-world-style rooms with antiques and overhead fans; some have sinks
Freebies include Wi-Fi throughout, and coffee/tea served in the lobby
Penthouse Suite includes a TV, bathtub, mini-fridge, and rooftop patio
Italian restaurant, Fior d'Italia, with a bar on-site -- popular with locals
Computer station and printer for guests' use
Self-serve laundry facilities
Small, old-fashioned lounge with mounted flat-screen TV
Offsite parking at discounted rates
Pet-friendly
Shared bathrooms
Small rooms, with no TVs, phones, or air-conditioning
Some room windows face the hallway
No elevator or parking on-site
Some rooms get street noise
The 64-room San Remo Hotel’s old-world charm transports travelers to a bygone era at budget prices. Located in North Beach, within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf, San Remo offers free Wi-Fi throughout the property and a computer station with printer for guests' use. Rooms have lovely antique furnishings (no TVs or phones, though), but they're small, and bathrooms are shared (some rooms have sinks). The penthouse suite is larger, and has a TV, DVD player, mini-fridge, bathtub, and lovely rooftop patio. The hotel also houses Fior d'Italia, one of the country's oldest Italian restaurants. While charming, the San Remo's Victorian style -- with shared bathrooms, narrow hallways, and no elevator or air-conditioning -- is not for everyone, and guests might want to check out The Mosser, near the Moscone Convention Center, as an alternative budget choice, although its rates are slightly higher.
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Scene
Historic San Francisco hotel with Victorian charm and on-site Italian dining
The San Remo Hotel transports travelers back to San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century, with hallways that brim with antiques and small, no-frills rooms. Budget travelers seeking a one-of-a-kind stay near Fisherman’s Wharf should rest easy at the San Remo Hotel, as long as they're aware of its limitations (shared bathrooms, small rooms, no elevator, no air-conditioning). Built following the 1906 earthquake, the hotel became a haven for recovery workers who were given free meals and housing by owner A.P. Giannini, the founder of Bank of America. After the 1989 earthquake, the current owners, Tom and Robert Field, once again opened their doors to quake victims. The hotel’s Victorian charm has been preserved. Hallways are filled with red carpeting, wooden wall panels, stained-glass windows, vintage wooden furniture, and dangling plants. Free coffee, tea, and flavored water are offered near the small, wooden front desk.
Three red awnings adorn the hotel’s yellow three-story exterior. One reads: Fior d'Italia. The hotel’s Italian restaurant and bar has been a San Francisco staple since 1886. The restaurant serves traditional Northern Italian cuisines in a classic setting with antique fixtures and large picture windows.
Location
On a quiet street in North Beach (Little Italy)
The hotel is conveniently located between North Beach and Fisherman’s Wharf in what is known as Little Italy. It’s a 10-minute walk to Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. The Powell and Mason cable car line is a 10-minute walk. Located in northeast San Francisco, the hotel offers convenient access to the sights
Rooms
Old-fashioned, cozy rooms, with shared bathrooms
Antique furniture, floral textiles, and old-world style distinguish the rooms. Rooms come with full beds or two twin beds (the Penthouse Suite comes with a queen bed), ceiling fans, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have sinks. Earplugs, healthy snacks, and soap are provided, and irons/ironing boards are available on request. Not all windows face the street -- some look out on the hallways, or the fire escapes. There are four shared bathrooms with eight toilets and four showers in total. Antique toilets and a claw-foot tub continue the Victorian ambience. Guests can request adjoining rooms. The Penthouse Suite is larger, and includes a rustic rooftop patio, a TV, VCR/DVD player, a mini claw-foot bathtub, and a mini-fridge. Pet-friendly rooms are available for an additional fee.
Features
Computer station with printer, TV lounge, tour assistance, and free Wi-Fi
The San Remo Hotel offers a computer station, tucked into a corner by the front desk. There’s also a cozy lounge with a small flat-screen TV, DVD player, old-fashioned wooden chairs, a table, and a sink. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Fior d'Italia restaurant is one of the best in San Francisco.
The hotel staff is eager to help guests book tours, and is a source of information on city sights. A safe deposit box and pay phone are available at the front desk, and the hotel will store luggage.
