Welcome to San Francisco's historic Hotel Whitcomb, an early 20th-century masterpiece that is a favorite among travelers. When you walk through the front doors of the landmark Hotel Whitcomb from bustling Market Street, you’ll discover an elegant boutique hotel with high cathedral ceilings and lovely interiors recalling turn-of-the-century architecture.
San Francisco History. History makes the Hotel Whitcomb unique in structure and aura. After the 1906 earthquake ruined the city, the hotel served as San Francisco’s City Hall from 1912 to 1915. Curious guests can arrange a tour of the old jail cells in the basement.
Located on Market Street, across from the Orpheum Theater, the hotel is a San Francisco sanctuary surrounded by trendy restaurants, shops and attractions. You’ll enjoy walking or riding the Cable Cars to the Theatre District, Yerba Buena Gardens, The Castro District, City Hall, the Moscone Center, Union Square, the Financial District, Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Golden Gate Bridge, SBC Park and Ghirardelli Square.
Bay Area Luxury Hotel Services:
Complementing its historic, grand lobby - adorned with marble pillars, Tiffany Glass, and hand-carved wood that are part of its legacy - San Francisco’s Hotel Whitcomb provides many modern luxuries, such as a Starbuck’s Coffee, a health club, and an internet café - delivering a unique mix of vintage hospitality with urban convenience.
Complementing its historic, grand lobby - adorned with marble pillars, Tiffany Glass, and hand-carved wood that are part of its legacy - San Francisco’s Hotel Whitcomb provides many modern luxuries, such as a Starbuck’s Coffee, a health club, and an internet café - delivering a unique mix of vintage hospitality with urban convenience.
Secure Parking. Valet Parking is available in our secured parking lot ($28.00/day permit allows for unlimited access), or the convenient public parking lot just across the street. Our exclusive "Registered Guests Only" parking is subject to availability. We strongly recommend that guests utilize taxis and public transport around town. (It is more economical and less frustrating than searching for parking in peak traffic, parking fees and traffic enforcement penalties.)
Dining:
Market Street Grill
In a town noted for its excellent restaurants, Florinda's Market Street Grille is an award-winning dining favorite with innovate cuisine complemented with attentive, friendly service and soothing ambiance. From the freshest seafood and pasta to juicy steaks and Asian fusion fare, this downtown San Francisco eatery is an ideal choice for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In-room dining is available through room service.
The Tavern Piano Bar
Relax with a glass of wine in Victorian splendor recalling the most charming aspects of olde San Francisco in The Tavern Piano Bar. This intimate hideaway is a wonderful place to gather and enjoy a drink before or after the theater, as well as the perfect spot to meet up with friends and business colleagues. The Tavern Piano Bar offers an extensive bar and a fine selection of wines, tapas, and bar snacks during a lively Happy Hour.
Starbucks Coffee - Market/Hyde/8th Street BART exit
Perk up after a day of sightseeing, or meet friends and colleagues for an international coffee, espresso or latté at the world-famous Starbucks, located in our lobby.
Rooms:
Embrace the urban Boutique Hotel experience in our in one of our 460 intimate guestrooms, including 13 elegantly appointed parlor suites. You will discover a comforting and relaxing hospitality experience as each of our guestrooms is stylishly adorned with artisanal décor, beautiful furnishings, custom fabrics and a deluxe menu of San Francisco’s most progressive Judith Jackson Spa amenities.
Richly furnished with either one king bed, one queen bed or two double beds, each guestroom features personal climate control and many thoughtful amenities for your pleasure, including FREE high speed internet, relaxing in-room movies, irons, ironing boards, and room service from our excellent hotel restaurant.