Family Resort · San Francisco
Columbus Motor Inn
Best for families with school-age children and teens, and those prioritizing convenient access to San Francisco attractions and public transport.
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Kiddometer Family Fit
Family Balanced
Columbus Motor Inn offers good value and an excellent location for families exploring San Francisco, but lacks dedicated child-specific amenities or programming.
The Columbus Motor Inn serves as a practical base for families exploring San Francisco, offering 2-bedroom suites that can accommodate up to four guests. Its prime location near Fisherman's Wharf and public transport, combined with free parking, makes city adventures accessible for those with children.
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The Columbus Motor Inn offers a practical and convenient lodging option for families visiting San Francisco. While the atmosphere is straightforward, its basic motor lodge style provides a no-frills setting ideal for travelers focused on city exploration. Families benefit from 2-bedroom suites designed to sleep up to four, along with amenities like free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms. A notable advantage for those traveling by car is the complimentary parking garage, a significant perk in San Francisco. The property is situated in the architecturally rich Cow Hollow neighborhood, a short walk from both a major bus and cable-car stop. Its proximity to Fisherman's Wharf, just a seven-minute walk away, makes visiting attractions like Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square easy for families. This hotel suits families with school-age children or teens who appreciate an accessible urban base and value convenience and location over extensive on-site facilities.
Family Snapshot
✓ Family Rooms✓ Grocery Nearby
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The UpsideThings Families Love
- ✓Spacious rooms
- ✓including options with two double beds
- ✓can comfortably accommodate families of four
- ✓Highly walkable location puts families near Fisherman's Wharf
- ✓Pier 39
- ✓and Lombard Street
- ✓Complimentary on-site parking is a significant advantage in San Francisco for families with a car
- ✓Direct access to public transportation nearby
- ✓including bus stops and cable car lines
- ✓Friendly and helpful staff frequently praised by guests
- ✓assisting with needs and questions
- ✓Connecting rooms are available upon request
- ✓offering flexibility for larger families
Before You BookThings to Know
- !No on-site dining
- !though many restaurants are within walking distance
- !Some rooms
- !especially those facing the main road
- !can be noisy during the day
- !No pool or dedicated kids' facilities are available at the property
- !Pets
- !including service animals
- !are not allowed
- !Water pressure in showers has been noted as poor by some guests
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LogisticsQuick Facts
| Price | $$$ · Upscale |
| Price Note | From $309/night for a family of 4 in peak season (June weekend average). |
| Star Rating | 3 stars |
| Best For | Best for families with school-age children and teens, and those prioritizing convenient access to San Francisco attractions and public transport. |
| Address | 1075 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94133 |
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Around the ResortNearby Highlights
→ Fisherman's Wharf7 min walk
→ Pier 39 (with Aquarium of the Bay)10 min walk
→ Lombard Street (the crooked street)3 min walk
→ Ghirardelli Square10 min walk
→ Alcatraz Island (Ferry from Pier 33)15-20 min walk/short drive to ferry
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