The Hotel Castro San Francisco

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A modern bathroom with a large mirror, vanity with a sink, and a flat-screen TV.
A rooftop terrace with a white sofa, a concrete planter, and a view of the cityscape including a building with a distinctive facade.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a plant, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a flat-screen TV.
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a tree in front.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Twin Peaks

Popular amenities

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Air conditioning
  • Non smoking
The current price is CA $346
CA $403 total
Total includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3

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4230 18th St, San Francisco, CA, 94114
  • Place, Castro Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Castro Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mission Dolores Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Choose your unit

Accessible Room, Two Twins (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 245 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 252 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Room (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 180 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Exclusive Suite (Self Check-in with Virtual Front Desk)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Hotel Castro San Francisco pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Castro San Francisco?

As of Nov 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Castro San Francisco on Dec 2, 2026 start from CA $346, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Castro San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Hotel Castro San Francisco?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hotel Castro San Francisco located?

Located in Castro District, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Castro Street, Golden Gate Park, and University of San Francisco. Moscone Convention Center and Presidio of San Francisco are also within 3 mi (5 km). Castro Station and 17th St & Castro St Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

The Hotel Castro San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 165 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot in the heart of the Castro.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what the doctor ordered. Very close to the Castro and very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful hotel with a great location. The rooms are very small and a bit overpriced with the World Cup in town but still delightful even over paying for the size of the space.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. To floor was terrific with views but was windy when we stayed. Shower great. Bed great. Balcony very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Castro. Easy checkin process. Rooms are great. Located near everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, excellent location and found it easy to check in and out. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wouldn’t recommend staying here to loved ones
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Create location. Nice rooms. No staff everything's automated which was fine for us. Great bar next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly ppl Ryan is great 👍. Ill be staying here EVERY TIME I travel to San Francisco CA.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good location. close from the Castro theatre and facing to a useful glocery.nice bar at floor 1.enjoy evey single second by based on the Castro hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and smooth, no-contact check in and check out process. Attentive staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect, great easy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel. Location, convenience and cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very cool vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place… small but efficient and so smart. Love the decor, love the vibe
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a solo woman traveling, I appreciated the safety of three areas needing codes: front door, elevator, room. My room had twin beds for one or two guests. Clean, huge bathroom, good shower, many amenities. First time I had a personal Nespresso in the room with unlimited pods. And a tea kettle with tea selection as well as two bottles for filtered water available in the lobby. Comfortable bed, balcony, and staff that quickly responded to any need. The street billows with bars, restaurants, and a wonderful French bakery. I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Really enjoyed our stay here. Great location, cute hotel. Already looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely 10/10 would recommend to anyone and totally worth the price. Everything was nearly perfect from the location, cleanliness, safety, amenities, hospitality, check in/out instructions and overall communication. One of the many reasons why the beloved queer community does everything ✨right✨! Love love Hotel Castro!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of my favorite hotels of all time. Very convenient and is by everything. The staff is very nice and I love the bar downstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great! Very comfortable and convenient location, near lots of attractions. Professional management and smooth operations. The rain fall shower was so relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Rooms are small but otherwise nice. It makes a great stay for a good value!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to many lgbtqia stores, restaurants, bars and clubs. The hotel is cute and secure! very walkable to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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