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Experience Artful Living in Downtown San Francisco
At Hotel Des Arts, we pride ourselves on offering a unique blend of artistic expression and modern hospitality. Our 51 individually designed rooms serve as immersive canvases that celebrate contemporary art and San Francisco's vibrant cultural heritage. Located in the heart of the French Quarter, we provide seamless access to Union Square, Chinatown, and the Financial District while maintaining a distinctively creative atmosphere. Our innovative self-check-in system using digital keys ensures convenience, while our ADA-compliant accommodations demonstrate our commitment to accessibility.With Harlan Records cocktail bar onsite and proximity to major attractions like The Moscone Center, we cater to both leisure and business travelers seeking an authentic urban experience. Our team maintains rigorous cleaning protocols and sustainability initiatives to ensure both safety and environmental responsibility.
Services
Economy Queen Rooms
Standard Quad Rooms
ADA Accessible Suites
Mobile Key Technology
Harlan Records Bar
Highlights and features
- 51 uniquely designed artistic rooms in historic French Quarter
- Prime location near Union Square and Chinatown
- Contactless check-in with digital key technology
- Onsite Harlan Records cocktail bar with live music
- ADA-compliant accessible family suites available
What people say
Great location
Funky and clean rooms
Convenient check-in
Near attractions
ADA accessible
Services
Economy Queen Rooms
Our Economy Queen Rooms offer cozy queen-sized beds with private washbasins and shared hallway bathrooms. Each room features 50'' LED Smart TVs, unique artwork, and modern amenities while maintaining historic charm. These 120 sq ft spaces provide comfortable accommodations for solo travelers or couples seeking affordable San Francisco lodging with digital key access.
Standard Quad Rooms
Standard Quad Rooms feature two full-sized beds and private bathrooms ideal for families or groups. With 160 sq ft of space, these rooms include 50'' LED Smart TVs, bar sinks, and original artwork. Located near connecting Economy Double Rooms, they offer flexible sleeping arrangements while maintaining accessibility features and modern conveniences.
ADA Accessible Suites
Our ADA-compliant Family Triple Suites feature queen beds, sofa beds, and fully accessible bathrooms with grab bars. These 300 sq ft suites include two Smart TVs, refrigerators, and specialized features like roll-in showers and accessible height beds. Designed to meet federal accessibility standards while maintaining our artistic aesthetic and modern amenities.
Mobile Key Technology
Our contactless check-in system delivers digital keys via text message through the OpenKey app. Guests receive mobile keys 24 hours before arrival with instructions for seamless entry. This technology eliminates traditional front desk waits while maintaining security, with support available for phone number updates or special requests through our guest services team.
Harlan Records Bar
Harlan Records serves craft cocktails and features live music in a funky, art-filled setting. This onsite bar offers guests a unique social experience with curated drink menus and vinyl soundtracks. Open nightly, it provides a distinctive alternative to standard hotel bars while maintaining safety protocols and serving as a cultural hub for both visitors and locals.
Questions
What makes Hotel Des Arts unique?
We combine 51 artistically designed rooms with historic San Francisco charm in the French Quarter, featuring contactless check-in technology and Harlan Records cocktail bar.
Are rooms ADA accessible?
Yes, we offer ADA-compliant Family Triple Suites with accessible bathrooms, roll-in showers, and specialized features meeting federal accessibility standards.
How do I check in?
We use digital keys delivered via text message through the OpenKey app. You'll receive check-in instructions 24 hours before your arrival time.
What nearby attractions are accessible?
We're steps from Chinatown, Union Square, and the Financial District. The Moscone Center is 0.5 miles away, with cable cars and public transit nearby.
Is parking available?
We don't have onsite parking, but recommend Sutter-Stockton Garage 4 minutes away with over 500 spaces available for guests.
What amenities are included?
All rooms include 50'' Smart TVs, free WiFi, and unique artwork. We offer complimentary tea/coffee, mobile key access, and have vending machines and luggage storage available.
Reviews (7)
Chrissie Buchanan
Nov 21, 2021
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Another person called this hotel a glorified hostel and I 100% agree with that. The bathroom in my room was nice and the bed was small but not too uncomfortable. The tv just doesnt work (gets 3 channels that are fuzzy as hell). No working ice maker at all. Theres a snack machine and drink machine that takes cash only (the snack only takes coins whhaatttt?). The walls are super thin and the place smelled liked cigarettes in the hallway. The art in my room was just weird. No breakfast. I think there are ofher places that are nicer and cheaper. If you like hostels, this probably feels ok.
Emilia Lopacka
Oct 19, 2021
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Beautiful hotel in the center of downtown SF. Amazing art in the rooms, nice cleaning service, easy access. Public parking available nearby (I recommend White House Garage 60$ a day, safe and very close) or parking on the street available. Friendly and flexible personnel. I wish there is some nice space to do yoga in the Hotel Des Arts.
Karin Yamaki
Oct 01, 2021
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My husband and I stayed for just two nights, the room was smaller than the pictures we saw in the advertisement but for our purpose it was enough. The room has interesting decoration and a high bath tub, the sink is outside the bathroom, with two faucets (hot and cold), how to have a mix of both if they are in each corner? Hahaha
After you rent, they dont answer any message.
Pros: good location, clean, quiet, fast check-in (sms with instructions, password and use of specific app to unlock the room door).
Cons: Bad communication, no control of temperature inside the room, it was too hot for
After you rent, they dont answer any message.
Pros: good location, clean, quiet, fast check-in (sms with instructions, password and use of specific app to unlock the room door).
Cons: Bad communication, no control of temperature inside the room, it was too hot for
Howard Peng
Sep 30, 2021
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Literally cripy and smell terrible with painted. As a traveler from Asia, Im totally dont like those logo and the painted looks like. Also, the room is separate with wired unit and space. Very stressful. (3F
Hannah J.
Aug 09, 2021
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I stayed here for a week and it was great! When we first got there, we had an issue with our original room and they gave us a new room right away.
I'm not really sure if there were other people staying in the hotel, but it was super quiet (minus my friends and I being complete menaces). They do provide room service every day (but we opted to keep the privacy sign on the door). I think it was very well-priced for its location and the service. The lobby was only open at night, but, logically speaking, it seems more efficient that way. I would recommend going during the summer if you're
I'm not really sure if there were other people staying in the hotel, but it was super quiet (minus my friends and I being complete menaces). They do provide room service every day (but we opted to keep the privacy sign on the door). I think it was very well-priced for its location and the service. The lobby was only open at night, but, logically speaking, it seems more efficient that way. I would recommend going during the summer if you're
Nayana Malhotra
May 25, 2021
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Not worth the money, I wish I had read the reviews more carefully- this is very much a glorified hostel. The facilities are VERY basic and (sort of) functional but also very old. The bed I had was very worn out and although it was clean, it sunk in whenever someone sat on it or moved. The walls are paper thin so I was woken up at 2am and 4am by alarms going off in other rooms and chatter in the hallways. There are many better newer hotels in the area (at cheaper or even similar prices). I checked out early to stay at Axiom (paid only about $20 more per night) but for FAR superior amenities.
Chris O.
Mar 24, 2021
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Enjoy a quick night from hell completely abandoned in your own prison cell here at Hotel Des Arts! I headed to night reservation but could only survive one night. we froze all night and their contact free policy just means there is no staff. aside from being claustrophobic in this incredibly small room we were also freezing and couldn't even request an additional towel calling the front desk no one answered calling the hotel no one answered and the voicemail was full sending messages to the hotel through Airbnb we're all ignored until day after expected check out. they even ignored Airbnb
