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Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco)

3.0 of 5
50 8th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco)
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    3 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Prague, Czech Republic
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

We have an issue with our hotel room. Due to the fact that we had a connecting door to another room, we were disturbed by an noisy party in this room and we could hear everything as it was took place in our room. We went to the reception to ask for a room change. Front desk woker was not... More

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Andy D, General Manager at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
20 May 2013

I apologize for the problems you encountered during your stay. While we can't necessarily control the behavior of the guests in your neighboring room, my staff should have immediately resolved the problem to your satisfaction. I find my staff resisting moving your room over concerns about cleaning the room unacceptable and will be addressing your complaints with them. Thank your... More

baltimore
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We booked this room because it was one of the only hotels in the city that had smoking rooms.Knowing we would look forward to coming back to our room in the evening,relaxing in or room with a cocktail and cigarette made it a perfect ending to perfect but taxing day in san francisco! The part that made it even more... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
1 May 2013

Thank you for your four star rating! The best part about having balconies in every room of our hotel is enabling guests to experience the beauty of San Francisco without the barrier of a wall or window. We’re so glad you enjoyed this unique feature. We appreciate you taking the time to review Holiday Inn San Francisco Civic Center and... More

Sheffield, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We have stayed in many holiday inns so know what to expect. The location is not great especially as its surrounded by building sites. The area has a large homeless population so be prepared for begging. The staff are excellent and very friendly and helpful. The first thing to greet you is the parking charges $42 per night parking!!!!the beds... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
1 May 2013

Our staff strives to bring satisfaction to our guests and we are pleased you found them to be friendly and helpful. There are exciting new developments taking place in our neighborhood as the SOMA/CIVIC Center district is undergoing a major transformation. But with transition sometimes comes construction and we apologize if this was disruptive to your stay. Parking rates in... More

Manchester, United Kingdom
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189 reviews 189 reviews
55 hotel reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
70 helpful votes 70 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Stayed here as a platinum member on a 4-night reward stay. Stayed on the 14th floor on exec floor. Location on 8th and Market is perfect for me...10-15 minutes walk or so to 'the shops' and the streetcar on Market is 60 seconds from the front door. A great welcome and upgrade. Stayed here 2-3 years ago and it was... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
22 April 2013

We’re glad you enjoyed our renovation! It is a great compliment to be considered a top choice for a guest, especially a return guest. We do offer refrigerators in rooms at an additional charge, just let the Front Desk know you would like one and they will make one available to you. Thank you for such great feedback! We hope... More

Southampton, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

The Hotel is ideal for a stopover short stay,or business people, location is not so good, but not far to walk to the centre, Bart is just a 5 minute walk and this makes the location good for travellers from the airport. The rooms we had was large, clean and very comfortable,with free wifi, the restaurant and food was very... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
22 April 2013

Thank you for rating us four stars! It means a great deal to us when a guest says they would return to our hotel as it lets us know we are on the right track. We are pleased you found the room and the restaurant was to your liking. We look forward to welcoming you as a guest in the... More

Washington DC, District of Columbia
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

This is a holiday inn hotel with basic amenities, such as a pool, gym, parking, restaurants etc. The lobby is new and recently renovated. The rooms are spacious, but have started to wear down, particularly the curtains and the carpet. The staff is nice and accommodative and the stay was fine. The place is about 7 blocks to Moscone and... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
17 April 2013

We’ve renovated much of our hotel and are excited for additional planned upgrades, including new carpets! We are pleased you found the staff to be nice and accommodating. We hope to have another opportunity to host your stay upon visiting San Francisco. Jessica Vertiz Holiday Inn San Francisco Civic Center More

Cary, North Carolina
Top Contributor
59 reviews 59 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

The hotel is about a 30 minute walk to the pier where the farmer's market is located. If you don't want to walk, there's an "F" line cable car that runs completely down market street and all the way to the fisherman's Wharf for only $2.00 (exact amount). The hotel has all the usual amenities. The room was very comfortable,... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
17 April 2013

Thank you for staying with us for your culinary conference in San Francisco. Our city is at the forefront of the food movement and our hotel is lucky enough to be in the middle of the action. We’re happy to hear your stay was comfortable and the staff knowledgeable about local entertainment. We hope to welcome you back upon returning... More

Rochester, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Pretty typical Holiday Inn hotel. The only complaint we had was that the cleaning staff was only leaving three towels each day for five people. It took three calls the first day to get two extra towels and then we had to call again each morning we were there. The area around the hotel is not exactly the best part... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
10 April 2013

We are happy to hear your family found plenty to do in our central location. Easy access to a variety of activities is one of our best features. We greatly apologize for your experience with the towels and have passed your feedback on to our staff to ensure we are continuously improving. Thank you for taking the time to review... More

Marietta, Georgia, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

I have to say this is one of the nicest, if not the absolute nicest Holiday Inns I have stayed in. The room was very clean and updated. The bed was luxurious, the bathroom was new and spotless, and the décor was upscale and more in line with a Marriott or a Hilton than a Holiday Inn. The down side... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found our hotel to be comfortable and our recent renovations to be one of the nicest Holiday Inns you have visited. Being located in the heart of San Francisco with a diverse population, our location is undergoing a transformation with new housing, cultural institutions and corporate offices making for an exciting renaissance.... More

California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013 via mobile

Great hotel, sharp modern decor, super clean rooms, friendly staff, knew the answer or looked it up to verify, secure parking, few steps from BART/MUNI station and bus stops. Supplied earplugs since a building was being demolished across the street, it was stopped at night and on Saturday. There were homeless people out front, as there are with every hotel... More

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HolidayInn_SFCC, Administrative Assistant at Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco), responded to this review
9 April 2013

Thank you for your five star rating! Cleanliness, service, and location are all key factors in choosing an ideal hotel and we are pleased to hear you are happy with your experience. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back to San Francisco. Sincerely, Jessica Vertiz Holiday Inn San Francisco Civic Center More

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Additional Information about Holiday Inn Civic Center (San Francisco)

Address: 50 8th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Region: United States > California > San Francisco
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #130 of 235 hotels in San Francisco
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Holiday Inn Civic Center Hotel is a AAA 3 Diamond, full service hotel located in the San Francisco Performing Arts and Government District. Our hotel location is just steps from City Hall, Orpheum Theater, San Francisco s Opera and Ballet, Davies Symphony Hall and Asian Art Museum. Guests at the Holiday Inn Civic Center Hotel San Francisco will enjoy our complimentary Wireless Internet access throughout the hotel, free HBO, outdoor heated pool and sundeck, fitness center, and on site laundry facilities. Drinks and dining are available at the Jubilee Restaurant/Conversations Lounge. Major Credit Cards are required at check in. Indoor parking offered for $29 per day if driving in from either the San Francisco SFO or Oakland OAK airports or if traveling through the Bay Area and exploring the California Pacific Coast by car. Antique trolley cars provide convenient transportation to nearby Union Square, Chinatown, Moscone Convention Center, Fisherman s Wharf and Pier 39 attractions. Or catch the subway to the AT&T Ballpark, home to the San Francisco Giants baseball. With our 100% customer satisfaction, we look forward to welcoming you to the Holiday Inn Civic Center Hotel. We hope to be your home away from home each and every time you visit the San Francisco Bay Area. ... more   less 
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