Fantastic location and very interesting hotel! It has a gothic theme and this is reflected in the architecture and decor. The staff are great. Some nice views of Union Square from the rooms. The theatre inside the hotel is also excellent. It's a great hotel for solo travellers - I like the nice little touches, such as offering a complimentary glass of sherry every evening and phoning me after arrival to ask if I needed anything. The rooms are good - no air conditioning but a large ceiling fan is provided. No kettle for tea, but they provided one quickly as soon as I asked. The carved stone at the entrance is both stately and spectacular - and makes you realise, as you are entering, that you are in for no ordinary experience. Overall, it's a fantastic friendly hotel that is full of character - recommended!
Lyndon
November 2024
The location is perfect, right next to Union square, the room was spacious, lots of storage space, all the necessary appliences, big and comfy bed, we had a very nice one week stay. We really enjoyed the vibe and authenticity of this hotel, would come back for sure.
Dalia
Oktober 2024
- Room was very clean and bed sheets appeared quite new - Great location, with bike rack just around the corner, which was super convenient for going anywhere - Were able to store luggage during checkin as I arrived early and checkout for the whole day - Received packages for guests, which are tracked and guests need to sign for each - Shower pressure and hot water were perfect - Checkin and Checkout was super quick
Guilherme
Mac 2025
Loved everything about this century old SF hotel, from it's old school charm to staff attention to detail and service! We were given adjoining rooms with our sons in a cozy alcove. Complimentary glass of sherry in the evening was a nice touch. We walked to Union Square, Chinatown and restaurants. There is a cute little theatre in the hotel that puts on plays. Most of the big chains were in the midst of union disputes. Relentless garbage can banging and megaphone chanting was going on outside those hotels, but not happening at our little boutique Kensington Park hotel.
Hope
Disember 2024
This is the third time I've been in San Francisco and I would now never stay anywhere else in the city. Everything here was perfect: the hotel has enormous character and charm, the staff are wonderful, the room was huge for San Francisco standards as well as exceptionally comfortable, the location is convenient...the water machine in the lobby is a lovely touch (!). Even the complementary coffee in the lobby was good, putting so many other hotels to shame.
Mgms87
Disember 2024
quick checkin... gorgeous hotel a real feeling of culture and history. great room adequate size. unfortunately the hot water went out and I wasn't able to have a shower after arriving so that was a very troubling development and caused me a lack of sleep and some distress management did their best but would not honor for me a free night as I had requested. they did allow me a late checkout though which I really appreciate it. 2:00 p.m. they also said they would give me a free night next time. I guess most people don't really come back on an offer like that but who knows maybe I will :-) I havd o change rooms because of the strike noise and they told me I couldn't do it that day cuz the msidss had left. well the next day it was so incredibly loud I had to get up at 6 in the morning and ask them to change my room and even though no changing service that happened they gave it to me so I don't think there would have been any difference they should have let me change it the night before..that was rather unfortunate carrying all my stuff from floor to floor in the middle of the early morning.. all that being said it's an amazing hotel you should stay there you will not be disappointed. once I was in the new room it was very quiet and everything was perfect. The staff was really great and I had an amazing stay!
Christopher
Oktober 2024
Although the hotel was older and the rooms were small, the hotel and very clean and had everything you needed for a short stay. Beds were very comfortable and the linen and bath towels appeared to be new and of good quality. All staff were very friendly and eager to answer questions and assist. Would recommend Kensington Place!!
Aileen
September 2024
The staff is very friendly and helpful. We needed a kettle to cook water and it was delivered to our room very quickly. The staff also helped us with ordering Waymo since we could not install the app on our phones. Also you can refill water (flavoured etc.) or soda in the reception. Coffee / teas is provided in the morning and a glass of sherry in the late afternoon. The location is perfect, maybe 100 meters to reach the cable car station, many restaurants and the China Town nearby. You can reach the pier and Fisherman's Wharf within a 30 minute walk.
Joanna
Oktober 2024
The location is superb, easily reachable by bus or BART. If you are in town to see a show, you're likely steps away from the venue. Union Square is quite noisy, so bear that in mind if you are a light sleeper; even being on one of the top floors can only do so much, given the way sound travels. The staff were always very friendly and helpful, and the bed is comfy.
Nicole
Disember 2024
I had a very comfortable stay. The room is always clean too. The staffs are helpful and approachable. The location is great because it’s nearby the center and very accessible to public transportation that can get you around the city and popular attractions.
Russell
Januari 2025