The Stanford Court, San Francisco

Nob Hill, San Francisco

Virgin rating

Studio Suite Two Double
The Mixing Room
The Mixing Room Breakfast
Studio Suite King
The Mixing Room
Courtyard
Standard King
Lobby
Fitness centre
Deluxe King
Premier Two Queens
Studio Suite Two Double
The Mixing Room
The Mixing Room Breakfast
Studio Suite King
The Mixing Room
Courtyard
Standard King
Lobby
Fitness centre
Deluxe King
Premier Two Queens

The hotel

An ideal base, Stanford Court is fresh, fashionable and at the centre of everything on your to-do list. Enjoy sweeping views of the city, the bay and the majestic Golden Gate Bridge from its great spot, atop historic Nob Hill. You're close to Union Square's top shopping, dining and attractions, just steps from the historic cable cars, and a short walk to Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf too. The hotel's restaurant has a seasonal menu celebrating the Bay Area and California's culinary artisans. Whilst in its hip, stylish lounge setting, why not try one of their hand-crafted cocktails or maybe a glass from the extensive wine list.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair access
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Between Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square, directly on the cable car line.

Hotel information

393 rooms on 8 floors with 3 lifts. All with air-conditioning, 49" HDTV with chromecast streaming, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini fridge, safe, iron and ironing board, bathrobes, and hairdryer. 

Standard Rooms are 205-220 sq ft in size, and are interior facing, with either 1 king-size bed or 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Rooms are 235-245 sq ft in size, and are exterior facing, with either 1 king-size bed or 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people. 

Premier Interior Rooms are 270 sq ft in size, and overlook the quiet courtyard, with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Premier View Rooms are 245-265 sq ft in size, and feature views of the city skyline or San Francisco bay, with either 1 king-size bed or 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 people. 

Skyline Studio Rooms feature views of the cities skyline, with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

24-hour fitness centre. Bicycle hire. 

Complimentary WiFi access (included in resort fee). Valet parking $72 per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). Laundry service*. 24-hour front desk. 

The hotel has a resort fee of $36 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

Resort fee includes:- High-speed WiFi access - Google Chromecast in-room streaming - Access to the fitness centre - Morning beverage service 6.00-10.30am featuring tea + local Equator Coffee - Stanford Court water bottle + FloWater filling stations - Day use of Albion bicycles & Blix e-bikes - Custom walking and jogging maps - Kids toy chest - Business centre with iMac computers - Printing and faxing - Complimentary package receiving and handling - Tech library loans (iPads, laptops, GoPro cameras, Bluetooth speakers) - Local and domestic long-distance calls. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. 

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Nov 28, 2023 matthewhN8832IO San Francisco, California

Former SF resident that lived in Nob Hill for 12 years. I stay here almost exclusively when I am back in town. The location is perfect, the rates and quality of the rooms make for the best value in the City, and the customer service is top-notch. Just last week, my wife and I stopped in for an evening and they provided a free upgrade to a top… Read more
Former SF resident that lived in Nob Hill for 12 years. I stay here almost exclusively when I am back in town. The location is perfect, the rates and quality of the rooms make for the best value in the City, and the customer service is top-notch. Just last week, my wife and I stopped in for an evening and they provided a free upgrade to a top floor suite, just as thanks for our loyalty. Highly recommended. Read less
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Nov 27, 2023 Margo N

Excellent and modern hotel within walking distance to Union Square and other attractions. The rooms are clean and comfortable with helpful staff, especially Aleksandra, and casual dining that is good for families.
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Nov 26, 2023 557marinp

Huge hotel, on a hill, just below the more famous Fairmont. Stunning neighbourhood, and great walks down to Union Sq, China Town, or Bay area if you have the stamina. The bed in our Deluxe Queen Room was small, but the room was very clean, had all the amenities, and a great view over the road. We ate one night at the bar – good food and… Read more
Huge hotel, on a hill, just below the more famous Fairmont. Stunning neighbourhood, and great walks down to Union Sq, China Town, or Bay area if you have the stamina. The bed in our Deluxe Queen Room was small, but the room was very clean, had all the amenities, and a great view over the road. We ate one night at the bar – good food and atmosphere. The breakfast cost was extortionate for what it was serving and for the poor quality of some of the items. E.g. I do not know what kind of eggs were used and how were they made into a solid paste which I suppose was a local recipe for scrambled eggs. Even at the price of $36pp, the boiled eggs and some cans of Coke were to be paid extra. Very good service though. Read less
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Nov 24, 2023 Lea V

We booked here to celebrate our 15 year anniversary. We started out with an early check in as we drove into town early. The staff were so pleasant and helpful from valet to concierge. We were given an upgrade for the night and it truly made this day even more special. I would stay here again and again.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An Exceptional Experience at The Stanford Court

Nov 22, 2023 lamomo912

From our first point of contact when I called the hotel to ask if they might help to make my husband's birthday special, the staff at Stanford Court delivered above and beyond. I wasn't sure what to expect after seeing the renovation photos. It looked so new and modern--not what I remembered having stayed there decades ago as a classic hotel.… Read more
From our first point of contact when I called the hotel to ask if they might help to make my husband's birthday special, the staff at Stanford Court delivered above and beyond. I wasn't sure what to expect after seeing the renovation photos. It looked so new and modern--not what I remembered having stayed there decades ago as a classic hotel. However, upon arriving, I admired the newly updated design and the staff treated us like VIP guests. When I had called a few days earlier to ask if they could help to make my husband's birthday special, I had the nicest conversation with the front desk concierge and he said he would make sure that we had a celebratory bottle of wine waiting and insured that we would have a nice view. Maybe being nice as a guest also helps because he surprised us with an upgrade to the Presidential Suite! My husband and kids were absolutely beyond excited once we arrived at our room. Balloons, a lovely swan sculpture and the celebratory wine were waiting for us. The view was sublime. The bathtub and view of the city was worth any expense. I cannot say enough to thank the staff who helped make this occasion so memorable. Ray, Roger (the valet attendant), and the front desk (especially, Averell, who delivered birthday cake and wine at the eleventh hour and made sure we had complimentary breakfast the next day, which was delicious!) truly went above and beyond to create an exceptional experience. Clearly, the staff at the Stanford Court are led by great management. The staff was engaging and warm, incredibly thoughtful and genuine. I hope they continue to listen and model themselves after their managers. We travel quite a bit and have stayed at five star hotels all over the world. I don't like to skimp on quality, cleanliness, or the experience when I travel. However, for my husband's birthday, we received all of my standards in spades from the Stanford Court and cannot wait to return again. Thank you Ray, Roger, Averell and all who helped to make our stay so wonderful!! Your warmth, professionalism and attention to detail should be a model for every hotel. Thank you, truly. Read less