In the heart of San Francisco, Beresford Arms Hotel offers an inviting retreat. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy a wealth of amenities like concierge services, a gift shop, tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage and multilingual staff. Previous guests rave about the overall value and helpful staff.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 32 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 39 min drive
Bayshore Station - 9 min drive
South San Francisco Station - 14 min drive
San Francisco Station - 29 min walk
California St & Jones St Stop - 5 min walk
Powell St & Post St Stop - 6 min walk
California St & Leavenworth St Stop - 7 min walk
Restaurants
The Public Izakaya - 1 min walk
Mensho Tokyo - 3 min walk
Liholiho Yacht Club - 3 min walk
Lapisara Eatery - 1 min walk
The Royale - 2 min walk
About this property
Beresford Arms Hotel
At Beresford Arms Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Moscone Convention Center and Lombard Street. Free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. This Victorian hotel is also a short five-minute drive from San Francisco Bay and Oracle Park. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travellers. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: California St & Jones St Stop is 5 minutes and Powell St & Post St Stop is 6 minutes.
Languages
English, Filipino
At a glance
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Hotel size
96 rooms
Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Secured covered on-site valet parking (USD 45.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Free daily reception
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1910
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 76
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Closed-captioned TV
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay
Parking
Covered valet parking costs USD 45.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Beresford Arms Hotel Hotel
Beresford Arms Hotel San Francisco
Beresford Arms Hotel Hotel San Francisco
Frequently asked questions
Does Beresford Arms Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Beresford Arms Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Beresford Arms Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Beresford Arms Hotel?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 45.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Beresford Arms Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Beresford Arms Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Beresford Arms Hotel and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Moscone Convention Center (1 mi) and Lombard Street (1.2 mi), along with Oracle Park (1.7 mi) and Pier 39 (1.8 mi).
What's the area around Beresford Arms Hotel like?
Beresford Arms Hotel is in Union Square, a short 5-minute walk from California St & Jones St Stop and 20 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travellers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.
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Beresford Arms Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Lobby
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a pleasant surprise with a variety of options including pastries, fruit, yogurt, and a wine and cheese hour. (22 reviews)
The property is conveniently located near great restaurants and bars within a short walking distance. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
convenient location and extremely helpful staff
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2025
So nice hotel!
Nice breakfast and wonderful wine tasting in the afternoon. And a very friendly staff!
Asger
Asger, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr 2025
Great last minute reservation. Staff was great
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Apr 2025
Recommend
Great location and room. Breakfast was less than expected and not really bfast.
john
john, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
15 Apr 2025
Old building close to Union Square
I stayed here for 5 nights changing 2 rooms. I got an upgrade in my first stay and the room was really good. The second room at top floor was older. The building is pretty old, located in a good area, close to Unuon square and odd neighborhoods; the rooms are comfortable and clean. The serve a basic breakfast, that is not bad, in the hall
Adriano
Adriano, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Apr 2025
Good stay
Hotel was a nice stay. It is an older building. Staff was friendly. TV quality was not the best but the room was clean. I stayed in the suite room, bed was comfy, bathroom was clean, kitchen was clean and had plates available for us to use. Overall it was a good stay. Only critique is the breakfast, it was just bread options, coffee, and some fruits. We were under the impression it would be a full breakfast option the look on my little sisters face was priceless when she saw the options so it gave me a good laugh.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2025
Historic hotel in a great location
Restful night after a concert at the Masonic, which was a short walk. Room was clean and cozy, staff friendly, would definitely stay again.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
Perfect stay
Rania
Rania, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Mar 2025
Good value
Comfortable hotel in good location. Nice to have coffee and basic continental breakfast in morning, as well as wine and cheese in afternoon. Bathroom wallpaper was pretty dated, but bed and room were comfortable and good size for a city hotel. I would recommend as it was a good value.
Kristin
Kristin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Feb 2025
Friendly staff. Nice downtown location. Evening reception and continental breakfast are a nice touch. Comfortable accommodations. Can't ask for anything more.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
It was a great location for us. Room clean and quiet. Lovely lobby for continental breakfast.
James
James, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
I enjoy the comfortable lobby, especially at Christmas when they decorate for the season.
theresa
theresa, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Beautiful classic hotel just blocks away from Union Square. There’s plenty of dining options and shopping nearby.
Ryan
Ryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
great place
Mehdi
Mehdi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2025
Great stay!
The place is old but elegant and comfortable. The staff is very friendly and kind. They serve complimentary wine with cheese and crackers and the breakfast is simple but good. The common areas are always welcoming and nice to sit and enjoy. It is very well located, close the union square and china town. We loved it!
Marianela
Marianela, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
26 Mar 2025
Just posted ok…
The building is beautiful, the staff are polite, and valet was great.
The room we had needed to be repaired and updated. Bathroom pocket door was broke and could not be shut completely, the jacuzzi tub did NOT work, the bathroom wall paper was peeling. The bed was hard and not comfortable.
The room was very spacious, and the pillows were great.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
10 Dec 2024
old style hotel, pretty well maintained but some equipment is dated (plumbing, kitchen utensils), very simple, American style breakfast
Radoslaw
Radoslaw, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Dec 2024
Everything good food great sleep
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Great old SF hotel. Extremely well-maintained property. Love staying here.
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Dec 2024
The hotel was great. It’s San Francisco, so the city is dirty - to be expected
David
David, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
17 Jan 2025
Good solution for the JPM week
Sabine
Sabine, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Check in was great
Gord
Gord, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
The hotel is charming; it has a European feel to it. The staff is friendly, and they had a little surprise for us on New Year's Eve that enhanced my stay. They also have a wine and cheese hour in addition to breakfast, which is a nice touch. While the hotel is in an older building and not recently renovated as many reviews state, it remains a charming hotel that is clean with friendly, helpful staff. I also enjoyed having a kitchen during my stay.
Kendra
Kendra, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2025
Nice hotel if you have to be in SF.
Very comfortable, pleasant hotel. Unfortunately I did not like San Francisco at all but that's not the hotel's fault. SF has a very serious problem with homeless people which is much worse than the last time i visited.