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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

City View Room, 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

City view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

City View Room, 2 Queen Beds

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Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

City view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

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Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Partial ocean view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

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Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Partial ocean view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Dining table

Hypo-allergenic bedding

City view
600 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bay View (Mobility, Roll in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Bay view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

City View Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

City view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Dining table

Hypo-allergenic bedding

City view
650 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bay View (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

Bay view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

City View Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Pillowtop bed

City view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

City View Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Pillowtop bed

City view
300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Argonaut)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Dining table

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bay view
950 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Courtyard, 2 Queen Beds (Interior)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Bay View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Dining table

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Partial ocean view
950 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Courtyard, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Roll in Shower, Interior)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Separate bedroom

Pillowtop bed

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Courtyard, 1 King Bed (Interior)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Courtyard, 1 Queen Bed (Interior)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout drapes/curtains

Pillowtop bed

230 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

495 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA, 94109

What's nearby

Ghirardelli Square - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
Lombard Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Pier 39 - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Alcatraz Island - 1 min drive - 0.6 miles
Golden Gate Bridge - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

Hyde St & Beach St Stop - 2 min walk
San Francisco Station - 6 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ghirardelli Square - ‬5 min walk
‪Ghirardelli Chocolate Marketplace - ‬4 min walk
‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬3 min walk
‪Pier 45 Seafood - ‬7 min walk
‪The Buena Vista01 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Argonaut Hotel

Luxury historic hotel near Ghirardelli Square

Located close to Hyde Street Pier and Lombard Street, Argonaut Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage or other spa services. The on-site seafood restaurant, Blue Mermaid, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and a water dispenser
Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and meeting rooms
Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, helpful staff, and location

Room features

All 252 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.

More amenities include:

Highchairs, free infant beds, and travel cribs
Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
Bathrooms with designer toiletries and shower/tub combinations
49-inch TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Recycling, mini fridges, and premium channels

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property

This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Electric car charging station on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Valet parking on site (USD 85.50 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 30 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

Blue Mermaid

Things to do

24-hour gym
Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

Baby toys
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's games
Children's toys
Highchair
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Travel crib

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

24-hour business center
Conference space
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

In a national park
On the bay

Spa

Deep-tissue massages
In-room massages
Prenatal massages
Sports massages
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator (45 inch wide door)
Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
Stair-free path to entrance
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

1 building
4 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1909
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Free crib
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

49-inch TV with premium digital channels
Hulu
iPod dock
Netflix
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Recycling
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 250 per stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.00 per night

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
Resort fee: USD 42.37 per accommodation, per night

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Concierge service
Fitness center access
In-room coffee
Newspaper
Phone calls

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 30 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 85.50 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay (maximum USD 250 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Parking height restrictions apply

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Argonaut Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Argonaut Hotel?

As of Apr 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argonaut Hotel on May 4, 2025 start from $227.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Argonaut Hotel?

Valet parking is available for USD 85.50 per day.

What time is check-in at Argonaut Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Argonaut Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.

Where is Argonaut Hotel located?

This family-friendly San Francisco hotel is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Hyde Street Pier and Ghirardelli Square. Lombard Street and Pier 39 are also within 15 minutes. Hyde St & Beach St Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Hyde St & North Point St Stop is 3 minutes.

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Argonaut Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Mar 31, 2025

Overall very nice place to stay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Mar 15, 2025

Great Hotel Great Location

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Apr 1, 2025

On Fisherman's Wharf, nice walkable area. Lots of restaurants in the area and other shopping.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Mar 31, 2025

Location on the wharf was perfect. The building's history and renovation made this a beautiful place.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Mar 5, 2025

I love the close proximity to Fisherman’s Wharf and the many restaurant options.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jena M

Mar 22, 2025

The people were so kind and the hotel was older but very well maintained. We loved everything about our visit and the restaurant, the Blue Mermaid” is outstanding.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Feb 9, 2025

Excellent location, staff and amenities. Will stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves

Feb 20, 2025

Friendly staff, in proximity of attractions, food was excellent at Mermaid restaurant, clean room.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Mar 30, 2025

Great location, the staff was very accommodating, clean, good restaurant inside. Good experience.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Feb 20, 2025

Loved the beautiful and charming atmosphere, along with the daily food and beverage credit :)

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty Ann

Mar 13, 2025

Really nice place to stay close to everything. Safe and clean. Lovely restaurant below.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Mar 30, 2025

We really liked this hotel. Staff were very friendly. Location is fantastic for accessing all that Fisherman’s Wharf has to offer. Public transport is easily accessible. Variety of restaurants around the hotel. Rooms were clean and the shower had good water pressure.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Mar 25, 2025

The Argonaut was true to its theme and a great place for families or those with dogs. It’s at the end of Fisherman’s Warf which is nice because you can walk to everything, are close to the beach and are just far enough away from the louder area.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maciej

Jan 25, 2025

Loved our stay here, clean, modern, a safe spot in the Wharf

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tagan

Mar 30, 2025

The staff greeted us with nothing but respect and the willingness to help us ease our way into the city. After checking in we were upgraded rooms which was an added bonus.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Jan 2, 2025

Love this hotel!

Always an amazing stay

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Feb 9, 2025

Excellent property! Can’t wait to stay again

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

salvador

Feb 2, 2025

Convenient location. Friendly staff, and comfortable rooms.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Feb 3, 2025

We had a great stay at this hotel. It was close to all of the fisherman‘s wharf attractions, and lots of great restaurants were nearby. The hotel itself is very clean and modern. Early check-in was available for us which was an added bonus. We would definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Nov 13, 2024

Excellent views and location Excellent rooms

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catello

Nov 21, 2024

Great location

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Dec 19, 2024

This is a beautiful property and you can easily walk to so many sites, attractions and stores. The staff was so helpful and kind, the property is very well maintained and feels very safe.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Dec 29, 2024

Convenient to fisherman's wharf, Alcatraz cruise, Lombard St.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Feb 23, 2025

Parking was extravagantly expensive.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Dec 1, 2024

This hotel is a must have for all lovers of pier 39. Clean rooms, friendly staff, and a breathtaking ocean view really helped make our vacation a 10!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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