Family Resort · San Francisco
The Donatello
Best for families with older children and teenagers who appreciate a central city location, cultural touches, and the convenience of in-room amenities for light meal prep.
FP
Kiddometer Family Fit
Family Preferred
The Donatello offers spacious suites with kitchenettes and babysitting, but lacks dedicated kids' clubs or extensive children's programming.
The Donatello provides a convenient urban stay for families, with rooms featuring pull-out sofas, minifridges, and microwaves for added comfort. Its central location, just steps from Union Square and cable car access, makes exploring San Francisco straightforward.
Inspired by Renaissance art, The Donatello offers an upscale city experience adorned with Italian art and Venetian glass accents, creating an elegant and airy atmosphere. Families will appreciate the thoughtful room amenities, including free Wi-Fi, pull-out sofas for extra sleeping space, and kitchenettes with minifridges, microwaves, and wet bars, allowing for light meal preparation. Guest laundry facilities are also available, providing practical convenience for longer stays. Situated a mere two-minute walk from Union Square and the Powell-Post Street cable-car stop, the hotel serves as an excellent base for experiencing San Francisco's iconic attractions, from Fisherman's Wharf to Ghirardelli Square. An on-site restaurant offers Italian fare, and a hot tub provides a place to relax after a day of sightseeing. This hotel suits families looking for a centrally located, comfortable urban retreat with practical in-room features and easy access to the city's sights.
Family Snapshot
✓ Family Rooms✓ Spa✓ Grocery Nearby
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The UpsideThings Families Love
- ✓Spacious studio suites sleep up to four with king beds and sofa beds
- ✓Kitchenettes in suites offer convenience with mini-fridges and microwaves
- ✓Central Union Square location provides easy access to attractions
- ✓Babysitting or child care services are available for a fee
- ✓Complimentary coffee
- ✓tea
- ✓and hot chocolate in the club lounge
- ✓Family rooms are explicitly available for larger groups
Before You BookThings to Know
- !Housekeeping is not daily
- !typically every two to three days
- !Valet parking is the only option and comes with a daily fee
- !No dedicated kids' club or children's activity programming
- !Children are not allowed to stay free of charge
- !Valet entrance may have construction noise and odors until August 2026
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LogisticsQuick Facts
| Price | $$$ · Upscale |
| Price Note | From $300-$450/night for a Studio Suite in peak season (August 2026). |
| Star Rating | 4 stars |
| Best For | Best for families with older children and teenagers who appreciate a central city location, cultural touches, and the convenience of in-room amenities for light meal prep. |
| Address | 501 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94102 |
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Around the ResortNearby Highlights
→ Union Square2-3 min walk
→ Cable Car Stop (Powell St & Post St)3 min walk
→ Fisherman's Wharf / Pier 394 min drive / 13-24 min by public transport
→ Exploratorium (Pier 15)6 min drive / 15 min by bus
→ Golden Gate Park11 min drive / 21-45 min by public transport
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