Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway by IHG
$220 /night
Available on Booking.com, Priceline, Agoda + 2 more
Mubboo Verdict
Best for families seeking a central base with pool and kids’ activities, though light sleepers should request a room away from the elevator.
Insider tip: The hotel’s 25-story tower stands out among neighboring 5-story buildings, so rooms on higher floors offer unobstructed city views— but request a room far from the elevator, as its noise and vibration have disturbed guests’ sleep.
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Couples
80/100With a bar/lounge and good views from upper floors, the hotel offers a decent base for couples exploring the city. Just be mindful of potential elevator noise.
- trip_types: Couples 35.4%
- amenities: spa, lounge
- subratings: Location 4.0
- reviews mention couple in 1/5
Guest Rating
4.1 out of 5 — Very good · 4,260 reviews
Ratings
- Room
- 3.8
- Sleep
- 4.0
- Value
- 3.7
- Service
- 3.9
- Location
- 4.0
- Cleanliness
- 4.1
★ What reviewers say
✅ Guests love
- good views from upper floors
- central location
- guest parking
⚠ Watch out for
- Elevator noise can be disruptive—one guest reported being woken multiple times.
- Service inconsistencies: a reviewer experienced unprofessional staff at check-in.
★ Real traveler reviews
Verbatim excerpts from TripAdvisor reviews.
“The check in process and the lobby for the hotel was nice. I liked how there was a designated parking structure for guests. The view of San Francisco was pretty good. The room was very average. The elevator was extremely loud, I woke up multiple times during the night because the sound of the elevator shook the bed.”
“I have stayed at this location previous times and have even recommended it to others because of its centralized location, value and amenities … but my last visit was subpar at best. The staff at the check-in desk were beyond unprofessional and disrespectful.”
“I lived in San Francisco for 40 years and now I come back frequently for short visits. The Holiday Inn Golden Gateway is one of my go-to hotels. The hotel is a 25 story tower surrounded by 5 story buildings. If you are on a mid-to-upper floor the views can be amazing.”
“My 1st impression of the HI on arrival was pleasant especially in the reception area that seemed busy, great to see the hotel doing great with numbers. I saw that there was the IHG rewards counter and I walked over to the young lady behind the desk.”
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Frequently asked questions
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Rates start at $220/night on Booking.com, with the same rate available across 5 major booking sites. Prices vary by date and demand.
What do guests say about Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway by IHG?▾
It's rated 4.1/5 — very good — from 4,260 reviews.
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