The Monarch Hotel, San Francisco

The Monarch Hotel - A 2-star downtown San Francisco hotel with vintage charm near Union Square

Located in Downtown San Francisco's Theater District on Geary Street, this historic San Francisco hotel features marble floors and dark wood detailing in its lobby. The Monarch Hotel offers 24-hour front desk service, complimentary high-speed WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Rooms include flat-screen TVs with HBO, comfortable mattresses with fresh linens, and in-room desks. Queen rooms and king rooms feature plush pillows, while two-double-bed rooms accommodate up to 2 adults and 2 children. A concierge desk and tour desk assist with sightseeing arrangements. The property sits 0.5 miles from Union Square and Cable Car Museum, 1 mile from the Contemporary Jewish Museum, and 1.5 miles from Pier 39. Eight restaurants, including Kuma Sushi + Sake and De Afghanan Kabob House, are located within 0.3 miles of the hotel.

Pros

Located 0.3 miles from Edinburgh Castle and multiple dining venues

Safety features include fire extinguisher, smoke detector, security system, and first aid kit

Walkways designed for accessibility with no hazards for persons with low vision

Tour desk helps arrange visits to nearby attractions like Alcatraz Island and Painted Ladies

Cons

No on-site parking available

2.5 miles distance to Alcatraz Island requires transportation planning