Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel - San Francisco

444 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94115 United States
Hotel Info: 020 3 027 8143
Guest rating 8.6 / 10
83% Recommend
Like the charming neighborhood that surrounds it, the Laurel Inn is noted for its warm sense of hospitality. Built in 1963, this newly renovated hotel represents a contemporary take on Mid-Century style to create a sophisticated and comfortable interior drenched in rich colors, relaxed textures, and ingenious details. Each spacious guestroom is designed in the style of a studio apartment. The Laurel Inn is located in beautiful and stately Pacific Heights, bordering the quiet residential neighborhood...
37.78778, -122.44685
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Guest review summary

  • 8.6 Average rating: All Trip Types
  • 83% Recommended
  • 18 Reviews
  • 8.4  Hotel Service
  • 8.4  Room Comfort
  • 8.4  Hotel Condition
  • 8.8  Room Cleanliness

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Trip type Number of reviews Average rating
All Trip Types (18) 8.6
Business (3) 8.6
Romance (1) 8.0
Family (2) 7.0
With Friends (4) 10.0
All Others (8) 8.6

Overview

Location.
This boutique property is located in San Francisco, close to University of San Francisco, Fillmore Auditorium, and Golden Gate Bridge. Also nearby are Exploratorium and Asian Art Museum of San Francisco.

Features.
Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel has a bar/lounge. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast each morning. Business amenities include wireless Internet access and business services. The staff can arrange concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry services, and tour assistance. Additional amenities include a video library, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

Guestrooms.
Amenities featured in guestrooms include VCRs, CD players, and clock radios. Business-friendly amenities include direct-dial phones and voice mail. Bathrooms provide hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway beds are available on request. All guestrooms at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel are non-smoking.

Notifications:

  • There are no room charges for children 12 years old and younger who occupy the same room as their parents or guardians, using existing bedding.
  • Additional fees and deposits may be charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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      Facilities

      Services

      • Complimentary breakfast
      • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
      • Concierge services
      • Internet access in public areas - surcharge
      • Internet access - wireless
      • Limo or Town Car service available
      • Multilingual staff
      • Parking (surcharge) $18/day - In/Out
      • Safe-deposit box - front desk
      • Tour assistance
      • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)

      Business & Event

      • 24-hour front desk
      • Business services
      • Dry cleaning/laundry service

      Rooms (all rooms include)

      • Cable/satellite television channels
      • Cable television service
      • CD player
      • Clock radio
      • Complimentary toiletries
      • Cribs (infant beds) available
      • Direct-dial phone
      • Extra towels/bedding
      • Hair dryer
      • Housekeeping
      • Internet access (surcharge)
      • Iron/ironing board
      • Non-smoking only
      • Rollaway beds
      • Smoking permitted
      • VCR
      • Voice mail
      • Wake-up calls
      • Window opens
      • Wireless Internet access

      General

      • Bar/lounge;
      • Elevator/lift;
      • Number of floors: 3;
      • Number of rooms: 49;
      • Video library;
      • Year Built 1963
      Check-in time is 3 PM
      Check-out time is Noon
      Pets accepted

      Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
      Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

      Guestrooms Guestrooms

      Deluxe room

      One king or two double beds. Contemporary décor. May have downtown view. Wireless Internet access (surcharge). Cable TV and VCR. CD player. Hair dryer.

      All rooms include All rooms include
      • Cable/satellite television channels
      • Cable television service
      • CD player
      • Clock radio
      • Complimentary toiletries
      • Cribs (infant beds) available
      • Direct-dial phone
      • Extra towels/bedding
      • Hair dryer
      • Housekeeping
      • Internet access (surcharge)
      • Iron/ironing board
      • Non-smoking only
      • Rollaway beds
      • Smoking permitted
      • VCR
      • Voice mail
      • Wake-up calls
      • Window opens
      • Wireless Internet access

      Kitchenette Room

      1 king bed or 2 double beds. Cable television service. Cable/satellite television channels. VCR. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. CD player. Clock radio. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries. Iron/ironing board. Smoking permitted. Non-smoking only.

      All rooms include

      Standard 1-2 People

      standard 1 queen 1-2 occupancy

      All rooms include

      Terms & conditions

      Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
      Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
      Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
      The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at either check-in or check-out.
    • Self parking: $18 plus tax per 24-hour period
    • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
      Prices shown exclude taxes and fees unless otherwise stated.

      Nearby Activities & Points of Interest

      Less than 0.5 mile

      • Financial District - 200 yards

      0.5 - 1.0 mi

      • University of San Francisco - 1200 yards
      • Fillmore Auditorium - 1400 yards
      • Japan Town - 1600 yards

      1.0 - 3.0 mi

      • Exploratorium - 1.0 mile
      • Alamo Square - 1.1 miles
      • Natural World Museum - 1.1 miles
      • Palace of Fine Arts - 1.1 miles
      • Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption - 1.2 miles
      • Conservatory of Flowers - 1.3 miles

      3.0+ mi

      • San Francisco China Basin Heliport (JCC) - 3.5 miles
      • Sausalito Commodore Center Heliport (JMC) - 7.3 miles
      • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 12 miles
      • Oakland Convention Center Heliport (JCE) - 13 miles
      • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 14 miles
      • Novato Gnoss Field (NOT) - 25 miles
      • Concord Buchanan Field (CCR) - 25 miles
      • Napa Valley Airport (APC) - 31 miles
      • Livermore Municipal (LVK) - 35 miles
      • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 40 miles

      Reviews

      The following English reviews were posted by Hotels.com guests from other countries

      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.12.31
      Recommended Trip type: All Others "Very comfortable and homey......"

      Reviewed by Chris of Sacramento, CA on Dec 31, 2009

      My husband and I stayed at the Laurel Inn last night. We've stayed at many hotels in San Francisco, but this was our first time here. We chose it after finding a good price on Hotels.com, and we wanted to hang out away from downtown, so the location was more quiet. We found the hotel to be very quiet and extremely comfortable. My husband and I both thought the bed was very comfy, and the room was definately like a studio apartment, as it is advertised. We heard a few of the night noises of San Francisco, such as an occasional cable car and some traffic below, but it wasn't at all annoying, and I actually like those things, since we live in a more suburban area. We were concerned about pets, as this is a pet-friendly hotel. But although we did see a few dogs staying there, we never heard any barking or other animal annoyances. The continental breakfast was nice, more than just donuts and breakfast rolls, but neither was it a full breakfast. We walked across the street to Ella's, had a great full breakfast there (be prepared to wait - it's very popular). The hotel offers underground parking that is self-serve and at a far less cost than most other SF hotels where we've stayed. The hotel, including our room, was clean, neat, comfortable, and private. We will definately return to the Laurel Inn.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.09.03
      Recommended Trip type: With Friends

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Sep 3, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 8.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.08.31
      Recommended Trip type: With Friends

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Aug 31, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.08.27
      Not recommended Trip type: Family "Over Priced"

      Reviewed by Gary of Coos Bay on Aug 27, 2009

      There wasn't a refrigerator, microwave, or a coffee pot in the room. For an additional cost and upgrade would provide those amenities but none were available. We requested "early bird" room service but when we returned at 2:30 pm our room still hadn't been cleaned. One morning they ran out of bagles by 8:00 am and made no effort to obtain additional bagles for their free breakfast.

      Overall Rating

      8.0 out of value="10"
      • 8.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 8.0 Room Comfort
      • 8.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.07.21
      Recommended Trip type: All Others

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Jul 21, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.05.17
      Recommended Trip type: Business "Great Little Hotel"

      Reviewed by Sheri of Beaverton on May 17, 2009

      In a great neighborhood! Lots of fun places to eat and to walk to!

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 6.0 Hotel Service
      • 8.0 Hotel Condition
      • 8.0 Room Comfort
      • 8.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.05.14
      Recommended Trip type: Family

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 14, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      6.0 out of value="10"
      • 8.0 Hotel Service
      • 6.0 Hotel Condition
      • 6.0 Room Comfort
      • 6.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.03.27
      Recommended Trip type: All Others "Great Pillows"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Mar 27, 2009

      Comfortable clean room. A little warm in the afternoons but otherwise great. Really nice staff. Lots of good restaurants and shops.

      Overall Rating

      8.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 8.0 Hotel Condition
      • 8.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.03.19
      Recommended Trip type: With Friends "very comfortable room-excellent staff"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Mar 19, 2009

      We were upgraded to a room with kitchen facilities and city view, so were very pleased. The staff at the front desk went out of their way to help us plan our day. I would definitely go back.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.02.16
      Recommended Trip type: Business "Nice Hotel"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Feb 16, 2009

      Nice hotel, friendly staff, good value

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      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2009.01.07
      Recommended Trip type: Romance

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Jan 7, 2009

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      8.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 8.0 Hotel Condition
      • 8.0 Room Comfort
      • 8.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2008.10.28
      Recommended Trip type: All Others "Outstanding small hotel"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Oct 28, 2008

      A charming small hotel with convenient parking garage and helpful staff. Some nice touches--fresh flowerss in the elevator, well appointed continental breakfast in the cozy lobby, a wonderful restaurant across the street serving breakfast and lunch.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2008.08.13
      Recommended Trip type: All Others "great savings"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Aug 13, 2008

      for me this hotel was a perfect location to where my son lives in the city. the neighborhood was charming, lots of good restaurants and easy access to transportation. a plus is a very nice continental breakfast daily along with inexpensive parking facilities. the garage is self service so easy to come and go as you please. the rooms are not over done, nice clean decor, large clean rooms and a very friendly staff.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 8.0 Hotel Service
      • 8.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2008.08.02
      Recommended Trip type: All Others "Reasonable Room for the Money"

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Aug 2, 2008

      Room was clean with interesting styling. Normal continental breakfast. Decent Price.

      Overall Rating

      8.0 out of value="10"
      • 8.0 Hotel Service
      • 8.0 Hotel Condition
      • 8.0 Room Comfort
      • 8.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2008.04.11
      Not recommended Trip type: All Others "Most Uncomfortable Bed of a Lifetime"

      Reviewed by Margaret of San Jose on Apr 11, 2008

      We have stayed at the Laurel Inn twice mainly because its proximity to the Civic Center area and the reasonable parking rates. The first time we had a very comfortable bed; the second time (final) we had the most uncomfortable bed I can ever remember!!(Room 101) P Casey

      Overall Rating

      4.0 out of value="10"
      • 4.0 Hotel Service
      • 4.0 Hotel Condition
      • 2.0 Room Comfort
      • 6.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2007.08.13
      Recommended Trip type: All Others

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on Aug 13, 2007

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      8.0 out of value="10"
      • 6.0 Hotel Service
      • 6.0 Hotel Condition
      • 8.0 Room Comfort
      • 8.0 Room Cleanliness
      Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel 2007.05.20
      Recommended Trip type: With Friends

      Reviewed by a Hotels.com guest on May 20, 2007

      This guest did not leave a comment.

      Overall Rating

      10.0 out of value="10"
      • 10.0 Hotel Service
      • 10.0 Hotel Condition
      • 10.0 Room Comfort
      • 10.0 Room Cleanliness

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