Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel, San Francisco ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

495 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94109

The Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel, is situated in Fisherman's Wharf, a landmark 1907 structure originally a fruit cannery. This award-winning hotel offers breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Known for its nautical-themed decor and rich history, the hotel provides an upscale experience with eco-friendly initiatives.

Location

The Argonaut Hotel is centrally located near popular attractions like Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square. Accessibility is enhanced by proximity to the Powell-Hyde Cable Car Turnaround and various public transit options. The hotel provides valet parking for travelers, facilitating easy access to the vibrant Fisherman's Wharf area.

Rooms

The Argonaut Hotel features 252 luxurious guest rooms that celebrate the building's historical essence with exposed brick walls and wooden beams. Many rooms offer stunning views of iconic sites such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Rooms come equipped with modern amenities, including flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and coffee-making facilities, designed for comfort and convenience.

Eat & Drink

The hotel's on-site Blue Mermaid Restaurant serves fresh seafood and award-winning chowders in a casual yet sophisticated setting. Guests can enjoy all-day dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a focus on locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant also features a unique wharf-side patio, adding to the dining experience.

Leisure & Business

Facilities include a 24-hour fitness center, a business center equipped with iPads, and multiple meeting spaces for events. Guests can enjoy outdoor courtyard spaces, participate in complimentary bike rentals, or indulge in in-room spa services for relaxation after a day of exploration. The hotel also offers tailored services for weddings and private events.

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27 m²

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27 m²

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5 persons

79 m²

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Getting around

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City Centre

San Francisco 3.7 km

Airports

San Francisco International (SFO) 25.2 km

Oakland International (OAK) 33.1 km

Train

F Market Street Car 2.8 km

Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station 4.1 km

Underground

BART - Embarcadero Station 2.7 km

BART - Montgomery St. Station 2.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Loved the Restaurant!

The outdoor seating at the restaurant was a highlight, combining fresh air with delicious meals, making each meal a delightful experience.view full review

Spacious & Spotless

The room itself was impressively spacious and immaculate, providing a comfortable haven that perfectly catered to my needs.view full review

Kid-friendly Fun

The Ben & Jerry’s ice cream shop downstairs was a fantastic perk, allowing my kids to grab treats independently while we enjoyed our evening drinks.view full review

Charming Decoration

I absolutely adored the marine-themed decor, along with the unique architecture, which created a welcoming and cozy atmosphere.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Jacuzzi
Massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
CD player
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

495 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94109

Map view

495 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94109

City landmarks

Island

Alcatraz Island

2.2 km

Monument

Lombard Street

710 m

Tower

Coit Tower

1.6 km

Grant Avenue

Chinatown

2.0 km

Market

Ferry Building

2.7 km

Museum

Exploratorium

2.1 km

Cable Car

Cable Car Museum

1.9 km

Gallery

Fort Mason Center

1.7 km

Aquarium

Aquarium of the Bay

960 m

Bridge

Golden Gate Bridge

5.3 km

175 Jefferson St

Ripley s Believe It or Not San Francisco

1.1 km

Museum

Wax Museum at Fisherman's Wharf

1.1 km

Park

Washington Square

1.2 km

Church

Grace Cathedral

2.1 km

Broadway at Columbus Avenue

North Beach

1.7 km

Nearby

Harbour

Pier 39

130 m

Harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

250 m

Cable car ride

140 m

Mall

Ghirardelli Square

430 m

Museum

Mechanical Museum

520 m

National Park

San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

30 m

Mall

The Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Ghirardelli Square

430 m

Museum

Cartoon Art Museum

240 m

Pier 45 @ Fisherman Wharf

USS Pampanito

440 m

Pier 45

SS Jeremiah O'Brien

440 m

Harbour

Hyde Street Pier

60 m

900 Beach St San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

San Francisco Maritime Museum

30 m

499 Jefferson St San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park

Aquatic Park

200 m

Park

George Sterling Park

80 m

Gallery

San Francisco Art Institute

520 m

Restaurants

Blue Mermaid Restaurant

30 m

471 Jefferson St

Capurro's Restaurant and Bar

80 m

498 Jefferson St

Cioppino's

120 m

400 Jefferson St

Jack's Cannery Bar and Oyster Pier

60 m

2801 Leavenworth St

Buena Vista Cafe

150 m

2765 Hyde St Fisherman's Wharf

Crabsters

140 m

2800 Leavenworth St A9

Joanie's Happy Days Diner

210 m

1329 Columbus Ave

Fisherman's Pizzeria

230 m

2800 Leavenworth St

Pompei's Grotto

210 m

340 Jefferson St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.1

Service

8.6

Dining

7.3

4.5/5 based on 6571 reviews

#17 of 234 hotels in San Francisco based on Tripadvisor

George

United States, April 2024

8.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms are beautiful and spacious, featuring large TVs, snacks, and very comfortable beds. The location is excellent, right across the street from stunning ocean views and within walking distance to many attractions. The service was top-notch, with friendly and accommodating staff. However, the dining options were a bit overpriced for what was offered.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were beautiful and spacious, with large TVs, snacks, and very comfortable beds.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful during my stay.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, with stunning ocean views right across the street and within walking distance to many attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were a bit overpriced for what was offered.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch and added to the overall experience.

Nathan

United Kingdom, April 2024

9.0/10

The hotel has vibrant and clean rooms with a nautical theme, offering a cozy atmosphere. The service is top-notch, with helpful staff and delicious cuisine. Its location near Fisherman's Wharf and various tourist attractions is ideal. The dining experience is superb, but sometimes hectic. Overall, a great value for a wonderful stay.

Rooms

9.0

I loved the colorful and tidy nautical-themed rooms, they had everything we needed.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic, and the staff was extremely helpful throughout our stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location near Fisherman's Wharf and close to various attractions was perfect for exploring the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was superb, although at times a bit rushed due to crowded servers.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

Frank

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located near Fisherman's Wharf and the cable car stop, making it easy to explore the area. The rooms provide a suggested amazing view of the ocean but unfortunately, suffer from unacceptable noise due to the piping system.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are spacious enough to entertain guests before heading out for dinner, with a recommended ocean view.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely helpful and the staff was friendly, assisting with tour bookings, directions, and coupons.

Location

8.0

The hotel is right near Fisherman's Wharf, offering easy access to historic sites, chocolate shops, seafood dining, and tourist attractions. However, it can get busy on weekends with tourists.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fabulous with a variety of options including coffee, juice, fresh fruit, and toast. Great for an American breakfast.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers room service, dry cleaning, laundry, valet parking, and tours/ticket assistance.

Barbara

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.4/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The nautical theme throughout the hotel was charming, and my room had everything I needed, although I wished there were more visible sockets. The comfortable beds and special touches really made my stay memorable, but the small window and pricey mini bar items were a bit of a letdown.

Rooms

8.0

The room was tastefully decorated in a nautical theme with everything I needed, though more visible sockets would have been convenient. The bed was super comfortable with lots of special touches, but the small window and high costs of the mini bar items were drawbacks.

Service

9.0

The staff was beyond helpful and attentive, making my stay even better. Their friendliness and excellent service truly stood out during my time here.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was ideal, right on the waterfront on the quieter end of Jefferson Street. Being walkable to Ghirardelli Square, Fisherman's Wharf, and other sightseeing spots made exploring the city so convenient.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was great, with delicious options, but it was a bit crowded, and the prices were on the higher side. Taking my own drinks saved me from the high costs of water and tea at the hotel.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers excellent facilities like room service and valet parking, making my stay even more comfortable and convenient.

John

United States, January 2024

7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of great views and some downsides. The room, though smaller than expected with everything labeled, provided fantastic views of Alcatraz and the wharf area and was surprisingly quiet. The service was helpful, but at times seemed more focused on internal chats. The location was ideal for exploring the city and enjoying the waterfront, though dining felt overpriced. Despite this, I would recommend this hotel to all visitors.

Rooms

8.0

The room, including the small window and everything with a price label, offered fantastic views of Alcatraz and the wharf area and was surprisingly quiet.

Service

8.0

The service was amazing and willing to assist with everything we needed, though at times they seemed absorbed in their own conversations.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location in Fisherman’s Wharf was perfect for exploring the city, historic ships, and enjoying the waterfront. It's also ideal for various tours and attractions.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience felt quite overpriced, and the options were limited. However, the breakfast consisted of coffee, juice, fresh fruit, and toast.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided by the hotel were on par with expectations and met our needs.

Michael

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.4/10

The hotel had a lovely nautical theme throughout and offered spacious and comfortable rooms. The service was friendly and helpful, making for an overall pleasant stay. However, the dining experience fell short in terms of breakfast offerings. The location was excellent, providing easy access to popular attractions, although dining options around were limited.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were tastefully decorated in a nautical theme and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and helpful, enhancing our overall experience at the hotel.

Location

9.0

The location was terrific, offering easy access to Fisherman's Wharf and other popular attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was somewhat limited in terms of breakfast options, which was a downside during our stay.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered great facilities in line with our expectations for a comfortable stay.

William

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with clean and comfortable rooms and exceptionally friendly service. The location is ideal for exploring the touristy area of Fisherman's Wharf, but dining options were a bit limited. Overall, it offers good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was exactly as described on the website, facing inwards to avoid noise from Fisherman's Wharf tourists. It was comfortable with a thick mattress, armchairs, and a desk. The room was very clean with a mini-bar, but the costs for water and mini-bar items were high.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptionally friendly and helpful, with staff printing our boarding passes without any issue and mailing them to me for free. They provided great service overall.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring major tourist spots like Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39. It's convenient for accessing public transportation and close to various attractions, making it excellent for fulfilling touristy needs.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was okay with a variety of items like ham, cheese, tomato, pastries, yogurts, and cereals. However, some items like the potatoes weren't to my liking. It's advisable to bring your own snacks and beverages due to high costs.

Facilities

Good value

Sharon

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

Staying at the hotel was a fantastic experience overall. The rooms were clean, beautifully presented, and a welcome retreat after a day of sightseeing, offering views of the Hyde Street Pier, Alcatraz, and street scenes. However, some rooms may have a less appealing view of a barren courtyard, which could be a downside.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, beautifully presented, and offered stunning views of key attractions.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with the housecleaning staff being amazing, the front desk polite and friendly, and the valet very accommodating. It truly enhanced my stay.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the Fisherman's Wharf area, with easy access to major attractions like the Cable Cars and Ghirardelli Square. While there may be some presence of homeless people common to the city, the bustling atmosphere around the hotel felt safe and offered a sense of comfort.

Dining

7.0

Although dining options around the hotel may be limited, the hotel's dining experience was satisfactory, and the availability of a discount made it a preferable choice compared to local options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers relevant facilities such as room service, dry cleaning, laundry service, valet parking, and assistance with tours and tickets, enhancing the overall guest experience.

Jimmy

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.8/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were spacious with a lovely nautical design, just like the website showed. We had a third-floor room with stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge. The beds were huge and comfy, and the little toy seals added a cute touch. However, more visible sockets would have been convenient, as we had to make do with the ones near the bedside table.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were exactly as shown on the website - spacious, clean, and comfortable. The nautical theme throughout the hotel was tastefully done.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch! From handling our airport needs to the friendly doorman and bell staff, everyone was helpful and eager to assist.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't have been better - right on Fisherman's Wharf with easy access to the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and Alcatraz. The restaurant food was superb, especially the clam chowder in a bread bowl.

Dining

8.0

Dining at the hotel was a delight with the restaurant right on Fisherman's Wharf. The traditional Greek dishes were delicious, although the service felt a bit rushed at times.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were excellent, offering everything from room service to valet parking. However, the dining area could get crowded, affecting the experience.

Melvin

United States, June 2023

8.6/10

My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The room was clean, comfortable, and offered a great view of the Fisherman's Wharf area. The staff was incredibly friendly and even pampered our dog with treats. The location was perfect for all the activities we wanted to do in San Francisco, though prices were a bit on the high side. Dining was excellent in the hotel restaurant, but service could be a bit rushed at times.

Rooms

9.0

The room was very comfortable with a great view, but adjusting the temperature was a bit tricky. The mini bar was well-equipped and the bed was super comfy.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch from the concierge to the valet parking attendant. Everyone was really nice and helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was ideal for Fisherman's Wharf and made our trip to San Francisco fantastic. It was close to everything we wanted to see and do.

Dining

8.0

The hotel restaurant was superb with a relaxed atmosphere, but at times it felt a bit crowded and rushed. Typical for city hotels.

Facilities

8.0

Nigel

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.4/10

The hotel is situated on the edge of Fisherman's Wharf, offering a perfect location just steps away from the cable cars, Pier 39, and with stunning views of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz. Despite some noise due to being above a bar, the rooms are spacious and comfortable with quirky decor. The additional nightly charge for amenities raises the overall cost significantly, but the staff is generally friendly and helpful.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are large and comfortable, although some noise from the bar below can be heard. The unique octopus tentacle wallpaper in the bathroom adds a fun touch, but some essential features like proper lighting in the closet and a full-length mirror are missing.

Service

7.0

The service was a bit mixed, with some staff more focused on their phones than customer service. However, overall, the team was helpful and friendly, providing valet services, secure parking, and a concierge for assistance.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, right by Fisherman's Wharf, offering easy access to attractions like Pier 39, Golden Gate Bridge, and the ferry terminal. The proximity to restaurants, shopping areas, and beautiful ocean views makes it a prime spot.

Dining

6.0

The on-site restaurant can get busy, so booking in advance or dining early is recommended. While the breakfast options may be limited, the takeaway breakfast sandwiches provide a convenient choice for travelers with early flights.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides essential services like room service, dry cleaning, laundry, valet parking, and assistance with tours and tickets. The additional charges for amenities may not be ideal for all guests, but the overall facilities are sufficient.