Hotel Carlton, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
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Hotel Overview
Good hotel
Good hotel, good location, only the room is not very spacious.
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Eagle13gy
- Jan 15, 2013
Greatest Staff Ever!!!
You could not ask for a nicer, kinder, professional, and helpful staff. They hotel itself is nice,...
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Traveliiiing
- Dec 10, 2012
Green boutique Nob Hill hotel blends history and eco-consciousness
Green is the reality at the Hotel Carlton, a Joie de Vivre property. The Nob Hill hotel is certified by the city of San Francisco as a green business, is one of the few hotels in town to have solar panels, and was the first hotel in the U.S. to receive the LEED EB O&M distinction. The structure itself is historic, and dates back to the early 1900s. Inside, the vibe is international, as walls are adorned with art photos from the American Himalayan Foundation.
Hotel Carlton, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Rooms
- Superior Full Full
- Features two full beds, easy chair with accent table, marble topped writing desk, color cable TV with remote, telephone with data port, coffeemaker, full-length mirror, iron and ironing board, ceiling fan and in-room safe.
- Superior Queen Room
- Features one queen bed, easy chair with accent table, marble topped writing desk, color cable TV with remote, telephone with data port, coffeemaker, full-length mirror, iron and ironing board, ceiling fan and in-room safe.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- General
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Francisco, CA
- Nearby airports
- San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport. San Jose is located about 50 miles south of San Francisco and is any easy drive of about 1 hour.
- Area description
- Conveniently located close to Union Square, the Financial District, Civic Center, state and federal govenment buildings, Davies Symphony Hall, War Memorial Opera House, Orpheum Theater and Chinatown. Cable Cars and city bus lines are located just minutes from the front door.
Nearby points of interest
- Civic Centre: 0.4 mi
- Nob Hill: 0.4 mi
- Grace Cathedral: 0.4 mi
- Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption: 0.5 mi
- Kertesz Gallery: 0.5 mi
- Haas Lilienthal House: 0.5 mi
- Union Square: 0.6 mi
- Cable Car Museum: 0.6 mi
- Lafayette Park: 0.6 mi
- San Francisco City Hall: 0.6 mi
- Konko Church of San Francisco: 0.6 mi
- Japantown: 0.6 mi
- San Francisco Symphony: 0.7 mi
- Japan Center: 0.7 mi
- Pioneer's Monument: 0.7 mi
- Civic Centre: 0.4 mi
- Nob Hill: 0.4 mi
- Grace Cathedral: 0.4 mi
- Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption: 0.5 mi
- Kertesz Gallery: 0.5 mi
- Haas Lilienthal House: 0.5 mi
- Union Square: 0.6 mi
- Cable Car Museum: 0.6 mi
- Lafayette Park: 0.6 mi
- San Francisco City Hall: 0.6 mi
- Konko Church of San Francisco: 0.6 mi
- Japantown: 0.6 mi
- San Francisco Symphony: 0.7 mi
- Japan Center: 0.7 mi
- Pioneer's Monument: 0.7 mi
- Octagon House: 0.7 mi
- Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.7 mi
- Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.7 mi
- St Patrick's Church: 0.8 mi
- SoMa: 0.8 mi
- Chinatown: 0.9 mi
- Don Soker Gallery: 0.9 mi
- Cartoon Art Museum: 0.9 mi
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.9 mi
- Moscone Center: 0.9 mi
- Transamerica Pyramid: 1 mi
- Lombard Street: 1 mi
- 871 Fine Arts: 1 mi
- Coit Tower: 1.2 mi
- Ghirardelli Square: 1.3 mi
- Hyde Street Pier: 1.4 mi
- Wax Museum Entertainment Complex: 1.4 mi
- Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum: 1.4 mi
- Ferry Building: 1.4 mi
- San Francisco Experience: 1.5 mi
- Aquarium of the Bay: 1.5 mi
- Musee Mecanique: 1.5 mi
- Underwater World: 1.5 mi
- Port of San Francisco: 1.5 mi
- Pier 39: 1.5 mi
- Wyland Gallery: 1.6 mi
- ATT Park: 1.6 mi
- Walter Adams Gallery: 1.6 mi
- Mission Dolores: 1.7 mi
- Mission Delores: 1.8 mi
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The Carlton's Summit Room is ideal for small meetings and depositions. Please contact the Sales Department for details.
Dining
- Saha
- Saha Restaurant, a 50-seat restaurant serving Arabic-fusion cuisine, offers affordable breakfast and dinner menus. The restaurant's ebony wood planked floor, bright red lacquer seats and red leather upholstery along with an old-world Chinese “scholar’s table that can seat eight (8), brings friends and families together to share the adventures of the day.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (188)
Ratings and reviews for Hotel Carlton, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
- All travelers (188) 3.8 / 5
- Business (30) 3.7 / 5
- Couples (72) 3.7 / 5
- Families (28) 3.7 / 5
- Friends (28) 3.9 / 5
- Singles (16) 3.7 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 3.8
- Location:
- 3.9
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Ema Nymton
Don't believe the hype. Terrible.
Computers were "down" for 20 minutes while we waited to check in.[...]Elevator was impossibly small, like a broom closet. Rooms were only slightly bigger, with the bathroom experience being very intimate with anyone in the vacinity of your room.Luxurious view of a brick wall.The only plus is the free wifi.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 1
Dining tip:
Not Applicable
Avoid Gary Danko's restaurant at all costs. Danko's is terrible and knows nothing of fine food or service.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Vitch
great price, location and staff!!
The rooms are average sized, super clean, and hotel has wifi in the rooms. Great value!!! Bar/restaurant 'Fly" on the corner has great happy hour too.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tim the Brit
A very friendly welcome at a great price
The welcome from the staff was wonderful, the room was very clean and beds comfortable, though the room was a little small. Free drinks from 5.30 to 6.30 in the lobby was an unexpected joy. We went to a gig at The Great American Music Hall, for which this hotel is perfectly located. Overall this is a great value hotel, the only things missing being a pool and a gym.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
In Hotel
Start your evening off in the hotel lobby for free wine between 5.30pm and 6.30pm.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Good time
Great Staff, very nice. Only problem was very thin walls, could hear conversations clearly of the guests in rooms next to, below and above room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Goofy Girl
Clean and comfortable
The staff was friendly and welcoming. The decor was beautiful, and the room was unique. We had a very comfortable stay, the bed was nice and so was the bathroom/shower. Much nicer than the places we usually stay. Valet parking however was expensive. I recommend asking them if there are other, cheaper parking options.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great place with charm
Very friendly at the front desk, clean rooms, great location. Very pleased.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Grace Cathedral and China Town are within walking distance and were fun places to take the kids.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jen, world traveller
Cute, boutique horel with international
This hotel is located in a safe neighborhood, within a short walking distance to restaurants and shops. Very friendly staff. There is a free wine reception with music which, was an added bonus. The rooms were very clean and quiet. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Actor Don
A Gem in the City
Great Nob Hill location at an AMAZING price. Room was terrific - old fashioned, but I like the ones that have survived the big earthquakes! No doubt the best, nicest service from the staff. They are incredibly attentive and sweet. Don't miss the free wine soiree with live music every night at 5:30 - great way to unwind after the day before heading out for the evening!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Head down a couple of blocks to Polk Street and check out all the great tiny ethnic restaurants within a few blocks of the hotel. Or just go right next door for a great bar and restaurant, too.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SAM-I-AM
Value.
Loved the staff and their enthusiasm to serve and make sure we had fun. They kept it light-hearted without losing any style points. We enjoyed the world theme and the warm decor. We easily (comfortably) walked to the Union Square area on a cool night and walked back. Staff had lots of real restaurant recommendations, not the chains. Staff included the kids in every transaction in some way to keep them engaged. We were worried that the thin walls would make for a sleepless night, but we didn't hear a thing from our neighbors at night. The old radiator heater may be something to consider if you are a light sleeper. If you are staying with the kids, the double beds are a bit small for the 6' plus folks. We will definitely consider this property and the Joie la Vie company again when in SF. We are hooked.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Not Applicable
Don't drive anywhere. Walk if it's less than 30 min., take a cab or the bus if it's more.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Nice Hotel not far from Union Square
The Carlton Hotel is a great little hotel for folks who don't want to be right on top of Union Square, but want to be able to walk there. The hotel was clean and well-maintained. I only have 2 complaints: 1.) a fire station and nearby hospital can make the hotel a noisy place, particularly if you're on a lower floor. 2.) San Francisco got fairly cold at night and there was no heat in my room. The radiator made all kinds of noises in the morning, but no heat. However, when I mentioned this the next morning, the very pleasant staff member installed a portable heater in my room. From thereon the temperature was quite pleasant.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
The bar "Fly" next door is a great place for a night cap.
