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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco retreat offers a refreshing pool experience and easy access to iconic Lombard Street and other city attractions

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway is near Moscone Convention Center and Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. Travelers love the outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, and on-site bar. Guests praise the dining options, and dry cleaning and laundry services add convenience to city stays.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AED 437
AED 514 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(130 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(180 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Resort Fee)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Resort Fee)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(268 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications Accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed (No Resort Fee)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(179 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(187 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1500 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94109

What's nearby

  • Van Ness Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Regency Ballroom - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lombard Street - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • California St & Van Ness Ave Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 4 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Juniper - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Lopo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cordon Bleu Vietnamese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hi-Lo Club - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Hotel near Lombard Street
Located close to Kaiser Permanente Medical Center and Moscone Convention Center, Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A 24-hour front desk, a ballroom, and smoke-free premises
  • Meeting rooms, concierge services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, pool, and central location
Room features
All 496 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free for up to 2 hours per day

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 55.90 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 38.01 for adults and USD 38.01 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 20,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (60 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 26 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 38.01 for adults and USD 38.01 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 55.9 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Free WiFi in public areas is limited to 2 hours per day
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Gateway Holiday Inn
Golden Gateway
Golden Gateway Holiday Inn
Golden Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Gateway
Holiday Inn Golden
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway Hotel
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway Hotel San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway San Francisco
Holiday Inn San Francisco Golden Gateway Hotel San Francisco
San Francisco Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

As of 20 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG on 5 January 2026 start from $131.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 55.9 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG located?

Located in Downtown San Francisco, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lombard Street, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, and Moscone Convention Center. Presidio of San Francisco and Pier 39 are also within 3 mi (5 km). California St & Van Ness Ave Stop is only a 2-minute walk and California St & Polk St Stop is 2 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3288 out of 5013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1077 out of 5013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 345 out of 5013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 131 out of 5013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 172 out of 5013 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great, staff was great, location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean room comfy bed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best Holiday Inn I stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

roel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location from all the tourists attraction parking is secured
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms we enjoyed being close and not to far away from everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easily accessible and I liked having the bar/restaurant in the lobby
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivania

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The rooms were very clean and spacious.Great location and very walkable area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danetta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and quite. Staff very friendly and festive for the holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAURAV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located in a good area and at a walking distance to a lot of good food options.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mitra

Clean and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ilana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, they were able to check us in early and it was close to a lot of local restaurants that had good food and it was about a 30 minute walk to the pier. The staff was also really friendly.
this was our view
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and comfortable. Good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

McKay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Very clean and the location was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast, easy check in. Very convenient having a restaurant located inside the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, from desk to cleaning woman were friendly and helpful. I love the view from the room (East)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin, clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very walkable city, room was nice and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great views and central location loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,good location,on site parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel, clean room, nice staff and all around a fantastic view. Walkable to many places
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025