We ended up booking a last minute stay because our other plans fell through and we were delightfully surprised! I'm glad we trusted in the yelp reviews. Got a great price on this place compared to other places. The location is amazing. It's right in the middle of tons of restaurants and everything is either walking distance or a couple min drive away. Walgreens is right across the street and sufficed for items we didn't bring. The room was especially clean despite the rusty toilet paper holder that needs to be replaced. Plenty of plugs for charging needs. A separate freezer to the mini fridge and it works super well. Free PARKING was phenomenal. No need to fight for a parking space. One Parking spot reserved per reservation. Never thought I would appreciate parking so much until I stayed at a different place nearby and couldn't find parking for an hour! I felt safe here. It was so convenient that I stayed a couple more times after. Of note, is that you can book online but can't use credit card that you booked with. Must use physical card upon arrival w the exception of booking thru a third party. read more

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The motel is in a good part of the city. No issues with homeless people. It's a little older but still in good shape. The staff was friendly. read more

Hidden GEM in San Francisco. I live on the road a quarter of the year and mostly stay in Marriotts but sometimes I stay in budget rooms so I can pocket a little of that per diem. This is by far the best budget place I have ever stayed at. Convenient, safe, parking. Clean room, comfortable bed and nice shower. Centrally located and close to public transport. read more

What a great location! They have parking available. The rooms are freshly remodeled and updated. The staff were wonderful. Helped us with every single request we had and even went well beyond the mark to assist us. Would go back without question. read more

Very nice. Easy access to restaurants. Very nice experience. Will stay at Castle Inn again.

Pretty good hotel for a night or two in a good location room was comfortable. Everything worked nice having a refrigerator microwave. However, the bed was not that comfortable. It was pretty lumpy and the pillows were terrible. Also, the front desk lady checking you in could be a little more pleasant.. she seemed to have a bit of an attitude read more

Awesome hotel! Totally clean! Incredible location! Park car and either cab or walk. Have stayed here for decades. No more Cont. breakfast but still a great place for med. price. read more

Our 'go to' for a staycation in San Francisco! While it doesn't look like much from the street the rooms are spacious, comfortable beds, very clean with large TVs, and best of all FREE PARKING in their lots! We love walking through the Broadway tunnel and visiting Chinatown or also visiting House Of Prime Rib that is blocks away. Lots of great bars in a matter of blocks will mean your nights aren't boring! We cannot recommend this place enough. There's no reason to pay $500/night plus parking when staying in SF, stay at the Castle Inn for one of the best deals in town! read more

Overall it was a nice place to stay. The room was clean, the staff we interacted with was very nice. The biggest issue was the carpet was old and had holes in it. From other reviews I've seen, it's been there for a very long time. For me, the beds were too soft, so you sunk down, making it tough to sleep, but the others in my party were ok. read more

I was very happy with the experience at this clean establishment. The check-in process was a breeze, all the basic amenities you need are in the room and working properly in a clean and spacious room. The location was great to go out to grab some wonderful food in close proximity. Free parking was wonderful. I also felt quite safe with the security of this establishment. Overall, Damon, a gentleman who checked us in and answered my many questions, was truly wonderful in helping us feel very comfortable here. Definitely will return for a stay again. read more

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Very impressed with the Castle Inn. Quick, easy check in, friendly, helpful staff. Room was spacious and spotless! Liked the special touches like the colorful outdoor potted plants. Can't beat the price, and free parking was a major plus. read more

This hotel is very clean, great location and walking distance to many attractions. Staff is very polite and even let us leave the car for a few hours after check out. read more

Castle Inn is a great, affordable option when visiting San Francisco. Clean rooms, free parking, nice neighborhood with plenty of eating options, and a responsive and friendly staff. The bed was comfortable, the shower had a lot of water pressure, and the fridge and microwave are nice to have. read more

amazing hotel, amazing location, great staff and cleanliness. I would definitely come back!

Great value in Noob Hill. Clean well appointed rooms. Park at the hotel and use the bus.

Really good accommodations for the price. I arrived a couple of hours early but was allowed to check in and parking was free and felt pretty secure. Upon check in I was given a map printout with helpful advice and I'd say it was a very warm welcome. My room had so much great light and a good view. After checking in we walked to Chinatown and Little Italy, and then Fisherman's Wharf before coming back up Polk Street. It was a challenging walk up and down hills for someone who is sedentary for work day in and out. read more

We had a late check in (10:35pm) and found out when we arrived that we had booked for the wrong date. The Castle Inn had no vacancies left, but the front desk clerk provided us with information on where we may be able to get alternate accommodations. While we were sitting in our car in front of the Castle Inn, trying find another motel online, Castle Inn Manager Damon Smith came out and found us. He advised us that he had a no show (no check in after 11pm) and that he would let us have the room. He provided us with a discount rate for the room and told us he would assist us with getting a refund the following morning for the wrong date we had booked on Hotels.com. The room at Castle Inn was clean and comfortable. The motel also has free complimentary parking on their property. When I contacted Hotels.com the next day, they in turn contacted Damon who approved a full refund for the mistaken date we had booked. I would absolutely recommend the Castle Inn based on our experience with their accommodations and staff. A big thank you to Manager Damon Smith for his help and excellent customer service. read more

Free parking and security cameras all over the property so I felt safe staying here. The older man and the woman who work in the office were both very kind any time I spoke to them and very polite. Check in was super easy and no-fuss. It's an older building with no real frills but my room was spacious and very clean and they obviously tried to make it cozy. I had noise-cancelling earphones so the street noise didn't bother me much but if you're a light sleeper you may want earplugs just for traffic noise since it's in a busier area. My only recommendation would be that they fix or restock their vending machines - their drink machine was broken altogether and snacks were totally empty except for one bag of Gardettos! But there's plenty of stuff within walking distance and the rooms come with mini fridge, coffee pot and microwave so you can make food in your room or keep drinks! read more

Castle Inn - Empty snack machine! :( - Hotels Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very clean and nice basic hotel. Plenty of towels, soap, coffee in the room. Beds were nice and soft. The only minus is the parking. Enough parking, but spaces are small. Very nice ro stay! read more

We have limited experience with SF hotels but were pleasantly surprised by our stay at Castle Inn. Its in a convenient & safe location, with nice renovated rooms and free on site parking, all for under $100! What more can u ask for? Located in Russian Hill district, around the Van Ness Broadway intersect, we didn't encounter any wondering souls. Out car was safely tucked away inside the hotel courtyard parking. Check in was quick, Damon was a no none-sense fellow. The old fashion elevator reminded me of the God-Father era lifts, took us a while just to figure out how to open it. We were given the 2-queen size room. Other than the 2 beds, the living space was dominated by the long working/eating counter top desk. Bathroom was quite nice, everything was well laid out and easy for the eyes. There was space for a closet, a microwave and a fridge with separate freezer & non-freezer sections! I have never seen that in any hotels. The toilet & shower/tub were in a separate area. The tub was small, the shower head was prob about 5'8" tall. Water was piping hot & pressure was good, we had difficulties wrestling with the shower knob that controlled the temp & pressure. I felt like a P-38 pilot suddenly being placed behind the controls of a lumbering B-24. To our amazement there was a functioning AC system, the humming can be a nuisance esp if your bed is right next to it, so bring ear plugs. Beds were comfy enough, mattresses were of medium firmness. There was nothing fancy about the pillows, they were not exactly plush but adequate. Outside lights were sufficiently blacked out by dual curtains. Please note 1 of those 2 curtains are made of see through fabric! If you are not sure which is which, just pull both curtains down to ensure complete privacy. We had some issues with the TV, but Damon promptly came to our room and solved the problem. Nearby there's Lombard St, House of Prime Ribs and Ruth's Chris. Two blocks down on Polk there are Philz, Peet's and SBUX all next to each other. There were ongoing construction outside the hotel on Broadway, our room was facing the interior courtyard so we barely noticed. We felt safe inside and around the hotel area. Overall it was a very pleasant stay at Castle Inn. Safe and great location, free parking and a great price. We will be back read more

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Surprisingly clean, with new furniture and carpet. Quiet. Great location. Definitely a budget hotel but so much better than most. Parking is easy. read more

For a 2 star motel, this Castle Inn is a fantastic value stay... IF... you can handle sleeping on soft beds with a thin blanket. I need to sleep on a firm bed or else I cannot sleep at all. Well that was the case. Otherwise, Castle Inn gets 5 stars for hot, strong shower, strong WI-FI connection, clean room and linens, great location (near Chinatown, Golden Gate, UCSF Medical Center), FREE parking, black out curtains, and efficient check-in process. This would be my go to place if it had firm beds... perhaps I'll ask them for a wide wood plank underneath the topper next time. Just Kidding! read more

This hotel was in the perfect location for our travel needs. It was easy to find and check in was smooth. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were super nice and helpful. The only downside was the parking, it was SUPER tight, but it's to be expected when real estate is limited. read more

Very clean place with friendly staff. I highly recommend this little motel if you're in the area.

Awesome hotel with the best check in guy ever. They do use hella fabric softener which I am allergic to so that sucked. Do you know that fabric softener is one of the the highest VOC pollutants in daily life? It's gross but the hotel is clean, in a great area, free parking and best staff around. I highly recommend but they should stop using fabric softener- it's gross and gave me problems breathing and use my jacket as a protective coating on their pillow. Oh yea the rooms are huge. Thanks Castle Inn! I'll be back! read more

We had a wonderful stay at the Castle Inn! Damien, at the front desk provided excellent customer care from the moment I called to book up to our checkout! The location was great and quiet and Damien provided all the info we needed to explore. Parking was onsite, free and very safe! Thank you again, Damien! read more

Castle Inn is good place to stay in if you are looking for an affordable and most of all safe place to stay. We stayed for 8 nights. The neighborhood you're in is where mostly locals are and there are lots of stores nearby like Walgreens, Starbucks and restaurants. My 2 teens felt comfortable and the buses are near on all corners to go either the Fisherman's Wharf and the Union Square and even outside the City. Castle Inn is in a better part of Broadway cause my relatives thought we were in a bad area. The room we were in, is a clean 2 Queen Beds and it was spacious that fitted our 1 luggage, 4 carry ons and 4 personal items. There's a good working tv, coffee maker, a small fridge, microwave, iron and a hair dryer. Everything you need in a room and best of all, free parking. Just be mindful with the type of vehicle you rent due to small spaces. Lucky thing that our room was in the 1st floor too because I'm not sure if the elevator was working or we just didn't know how to work it. Better to book direct as well because it's more affordable. Overall, my family, 100% recommends Castle Inn and we will definitely go there again when we do visit SF. read more

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Admit it, you haven't stayed at a motel in decades.....I know I hadn't. There is something seedy about them portrayed in the movies and popular shows. Everytime someone gets in trouble on the show "Cops", if it's not out in the streets it is happening at a motel. So going into our reservation, even after word-of-mouth recommendations from family, I was a bit skeptical to stay here for multiple nights in SanFran. But after our recent stay, I actually have a newfound love for motels again, not since the early 90's when my family would go to Orlando on vacations have I felt such a cool nostalgia factor for a place such as this. We took the elevator up to the top each time but the outside stairs down were fairly easy. It was actually five floors in total, including the basement garage and first floor office. The room was very nicely updated, had a fridge/microwave and the bed was more comfortable than I had anticipated. The AC in the wall worked very well and was needed as it got above 75 degrees most days we were there. The staff/owners were super welcoming, happy to show us a map of the area, where to visit and what to stay away from. They held our bags at the office when we needed to check out but still wanted to explore before leaving. The breakfast offered was ample and good, another added perk vs. other places that are going to charge you for similar items. The value for SF is tremendous and the biggest draw here. We upgraded to a 4-star hotel on our last night that felt cold and unwelcoming at times, this was anything but. I HIGHLY recommend this place and dare you to find a better value for the area. There are a lot of older motels like this around SF and maybe some are comparable but those I saw were more towards the Golden Gate Bridge, not minutes from Lombard St. and a quick walk to Chinatown or the Piers. I also wouldn't trust any of the reviews that are more than two years old because it has gone through major renovations since then. Anyone complaining about it looking "old" or "smelly" are probably just that, old reviews. read more

Castle Inn - Nice little assortment for breakfast each morning - Hotels Near Me - San Francisco, California

Very secure with cameras in parkings. Floors are hardwood, clean and no carpet. Front desk manager is skillful, knows consumers' needs and works efficiently. read more

This was my second stay here at the Castle inn. And I will most likely stay here again. Its a great budget motel with free (!) parking , easy check in, friendly staff, and conveniently located to SF attractions. Rooms are clean and updated. Beds are surprisingly comfy. I will be recommending The Castle to friends and family as the place to stay when in the City. read more

Had a girls day trip and stayed at the Castle Inn! The rooms were clean, had comfy beds and great amenities such as a microwave/ mini fridge! Parking is free and you're in a great location just off of Van Ness! The service/staff was stellar and we felt comfortable/safe! All with a great affordable price point! 10/10 would recommend and stay again! Thank you Castle Inn! read more

Look peeps... If you're looking for an inexpensive place to stay that's not fancy yet has the right bells and whistles AND they DON'T charge you for daily parking... THEN THIS IS THE PLACE FOR YOU!!! Not to mention that the lady behind the counter is UHH-MAZING- much love for you Versa. LOCATION: perfectly and centrally located. EVERYTHING is literally a walk, bike ride, or trolley ride away. PARKING: oh...my...narrowness... It's your typical San Francisco parking situation- tiny spots made for tiny cars. Definitely not SUV friendly. There's the office level parking lot and the basement. CHECK IN: VERSA WAS FANTASTIC AND SUPER FRIENDLY/helpful too. A city guide booklet/things to do around town list was handed to us. NOT TO MENTION- the free basic morning goodies that are offered. Included: coffee, hot chocolate, orange juice, apples, oranges, granola bars, yogurt, two different kinds of instant oatmeal, pastries. ROOM: standard, two queen bed room. It had a 90's (bed comforters, chairs, carpet) /modern decor (updated bathroom, head boards) fusion thing going on. Beds were comfortable too. There was a microwave, mini frig, and a coffee pot located in the bathroom. This place was perfect for our basic needs. read more

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My wife and I stay at the Castle inn Inn whenever I have business in the City. I quickly tired of $500/night hotels that charged an additional $70 per night to park. The castle inn checks all the boxes. Polk Gulch is a very good neighborhood, multiple restaurants walking distance, a Walgreens, etc. The staff is great. Emily(?) and Damion are great. They care for their guests, who run the gamut. Easy to find and centrally located. You will enjoy your stay. read more

Great little gem in Nob Hill.... Very safe, comfortable, clean AND PARKING...walkable to a Walgreens and a couple of pubs and restaurants. It's not fancy but it's a fabulous deal on a sweet little hotel. Front Desk was great about finding us extra pillows when they were in short supply...thanks for a great stay! read more

Not the Ritz by any stretch but Great location and the rooms are clean, comfortable and well-equipped. Friendly welcome. Free parking! I'd stay again! read more

Quiet clean and relatively inexpensive, reasonable walk to many locations, on site parking, this hotel had everything you could want from a San Francisco hotel. read more

Great 3-night stay! Perfect location if you want to park your car and walk or take the bus. Loved all the different restaurants within walking distance. The room was clean and the bed was so comfortable. The best thing was the free parking as you typically have to pay to park in SF. We'll definitely be back! read more

I wasn't expecting much to this inn but it was way better than expected! clean rooms, safe and free parking, refrigerator, free coffee, microwave and internet speed was pretty good. there's an elevator as well. I would stay here again because it was in a great location and everybody was pretty friendly. great restaurants and cafes in walking distance. the office closes at night but I believe the manager is really there all night so you can ping him in emergencies. read more

Castle Inn is absolutely the best! Very clean and quiet! Great location! Parking is easy! Always love staying here. It was my husbands first time. He loved it as well. Damon and the staff are excellent! Always very accommodating. It's a rare find! Can't wait until we visit again! read more

Great place to stay! Doesn't look like much from the outside but the rooms were nice. Updated for the most part. I've seen someone take photos from 4 months ago and it's the same. Rooms were clean. Check in was fast and easy. Oh, and we got to check in at 1pm for only $5-$7. The front desk agent was nice enough to give us a map of the area and highlighted areas where crime is high (we appreciate that!) Parking is free! There's parking in the basement and on the office level. Not sure how the space is in the basement, but the office level is kind of a tight squeeze so I recommend not getting an oversized vehicle. However, there was a truck parked in the "check in only" area for the duration of our stay, so I assume the front desk will let you park there if your vehicle is too big! Only reason this place is a 4 star and not 5, is because the walls were too thin and the tv didn't have any volume. We were in room 115 and could hear our neighbor coughing. These were the only issues we had. There are bars and restaurants in walking distance and a Walgreens across the street for convenience! Would definitely stay here again. read more