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181 3Rd Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94103

W San Francisco - Luxury hotel with signature Whatever/Whenever(R) service near Union Square

Located in the Theater District, W San Francisco offers panoramic views of the Bay Bridge and city skyline. The hotel features the farm-to-table restaurant TRACE, serving seasonal breakfast, weekend brunch, lunch, and dinner. The Living Room Bar provides craft cocktails, local beers, and shareable pub cuisine. Amenities include a FIT sky-lit gym with cardio and weight equipment, free Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly accommodations. The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Union Square, Chinatown, and Oracle Park. W San Francisco is LEED-EB Platinum certified and offers accessible rooms with roll-in showers and visual alarms.

Additional perks of the hotel

P.A.W.(R) Program includes a custom pet bed, food and water bowls, and clean-up bags

Whatever/Whenever(R) Service for on-demand guest requests

Art exhibitions, film screenings, fashion, and music events hosted on-site

Happy hour with handcrafted cocktails and seasonal bites at Living Room Bar

Staff knowledgeable about local dining and attractions

Rooms & Suites

Guest rooms and suites at W San Francisco feature sweeping downtown views, pillowtop mattresses, and creatively stocked minibars. Bathrooms include Davines amenities and gold triangle-inspired tile designs. Rooms offer flat-screen TVs with streaming services, tea and coffee makers, and air conditioning. Accessible rooms include roll-in showers, visual alarms, and lowered electrical outlets.

Other conveniences

Free toiletries and bathrobes in all rooms

Wardrobes, tumble dryers, and seating areas in select rooms

HBO available on flat-screen TVs

Mobile key and digital check-in services

Ironing facilities and air conditioning in all rooms

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
San Francisco 1.3 mi
Airports
San Francisco International (SFO) 13.7 mi
Oakland International (OAK) 19.1 mi
Train
Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station3700 ft
Underground
Montgomery Street (Muni Metro)1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Service dogs allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Public areas with access for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Barber shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Paid valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Bicycle hire
  • Postal service

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Meeting room
  • Secretarial service
  • Translation service
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots available
  • Game console
  • Playground

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Wet bar
  • Paid mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Bottled water
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Bedroom

  • Down/Feather pillows

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet television
  • Paid films
  • Cordless phone
  • Plug adaptor
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Location

181 3Rd Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94103
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181 3Rd Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94103
Nearby
Gallery
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
400 ft
Museum
Contemporary Jewish Museum
1300 ft
Event hall
Moscone Center
1300 ft
Museum
Children's Creativity Museum
1400 ft
Museum
Museum of the African Diaspora
500 ft
Church
St. Patrick's Catholic Church
1200 ft
Garden
Yerba Buena Gardens
600 ft
Museum
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
800 ft
Mall
Metreon
1600 ft
Restaurants
Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
200 ft
201 S. 3rd Street Suite 100
The Grove
800 ft
690 Mission St Design District
The Cheesecake Factory
2700 ft
251 Geary St Fl 8
Cafe 5
800 ft
151 3rd St
Vitrine
600 ft
125 3rd St
Trou Normand
700 ft
140 New Montgomery St
The Pink Elephant Alibi
900 ft
142 Minna Street
Takoba
1000 ft
138 Minna St mezzanine level of John Colins Lounge
Pizzeria Delfina
800 ft
688 Mission St Mission at 3rd Street

Guest Reviews & Ratings

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Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.6
8.6/10 based on 418 reviews
Gary
United Kingdom, February  2024
6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were alright; I noticed a few cleanliness issues like hair in the tub and nail clippings in the trash, which was a bit off-putting. I also didn't get the room location I preferred despite my request, but on the bright side, the entertainment program was fantastic.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms were decent, but cleanliness could have been better.
Service
5.0
The service was a bit of a letdown. Although they were accommodating, I was disappointed when they charged an extra fee on my credit card without informing me.
Location
8.0
The location was great, especially for those attending a convention at Moscone. It was convenient and close to various amenities.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were not impressive, with limited choices. However, they did offer fries which we were fine with.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were average overall.
Ruth
United States, November  2023
7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were bright and well-equipped, resembling a teenage girl's bedroom rather than a high-end hotel room, though the prices were on the higher side, which is expected in a big city like San Francisco. The service was exceptional and included some great amenities, but it came at a premium cost. The location was convenient for exploring downtown and the waterfront, but the surrounding streets were not the most appealing.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were bright, with natural light and nice equipment, although they felt more like a teenage girl's bedroom than a luxury hotel room.
Service
8.0
The service was amazing and very helpful, but it came at a premium cost.
Location
8.0
The location was great for visiting downtown and the piers, but the surrounding streets were not the cleanest.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience provided decent but expensive fare, and there were misunderstandings with the breakfast options.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were varied, including car hire, bicycle hire, housekeeping, postal service, paid valet parking, and pet amenities.
Colin
United Kingdom, October  2023
8.0/10

The hotel is in a fantastic location, just a block or two away from the SF MoMa, perfect for our short layover in SF. The rooms, although a bit smaller than expected, were comfortable. The cleanliness could have been better as there were some hygiene issues. The staff, from Alberto to Nikko and Santiago, was great and friendly, making the service wonderful. The location is easily accessible to many attractions and conveniences, including restaurants and shopping. The dining experience, although with some complications, offered a $15 credit at Trace, the hotel restaurant. Overall, a convenient spot but with room for improvement in cleanliness and room size.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were on the smaller side but comfortable for our short layover. Found some cleanliness issues.
Service
9.0
The staff, from Alberto to Nikko and Santiago, was great and friendly.
Location
9.0
The location is fantastic, just a block or two away from the SF MoMa. Easily accessible to many attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay but with some complications and understaffing.
Facilities
8.0
Various amenities available such as car hire, bicycle hire, and valet parking.
Alexandra
United States, September  2023
7.0/10

Oh man, I gotta say, this hotel was a bit of a mixed bag for me. On the one hand, the rooms were like a dream-the bed was the comfiest I've had in ages! But on the other hand, they were definitely starting to show their age, more like a teenager's room than a luxury stay. The service was pretty top-notch, they really tried to cater to my every need. The location was a bit sketchy, not gonna lie, with some pretty dirty streets nearby, but hey, it was super convenient for hitting up all the city hotspots! Dining was decent but overpriced, and don't even get me started on the confusing check-in area. Overall, it had its highs and lows, but I'd say it's worth a visit if you can snag a good deal.

Rooms
7.0
Okay, let me tell you, that bed was like sleeping on a cloud! But the room itself felt a bit tired, like it needed a refresh.
Service
9.0
The staff really went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable.
Location
6.0
The location had its sketchy moments with those dirty streets, but man, it was so close to all the action downtown! A real mixed bag.
Dining
6.0
The food was good, but definitely on the pricey side. And trying to figure out where to check in was a headache!
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had all the amenities I needed, but nothing that really blew me away.
comfy bed
tired rooms
Edgar
United States, May  2023
7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was unexpectedly quiet, a real bonus in the bustling downtown area. The rooms were perfect, comfortable, super swanky, and the daily service was truly refreshing. However, the use of a loud metal key for knocking was a bit annoying. The location, while near popular scenic spots, felt a bit distant from the main city buzz for my liking.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were perfect, comfortable, and super swanky.
Service
8.0
The service was so cool, and the staff was all very welcoming.
Location
7.0
The location was somewhat convenient, but a bit away from the main hubbub of the city for my taste.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay, but the reception felt understaffed.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provided various facilities like car hire, bicycle hire, and housekeeping.
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