Hotel Monaco- a Kimpton Hotel

Hotel address: 501 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA, US 94102
Phone number: 415-292-0100

Hotel Description

The 201 room Hotel Monaco has been carefully designed to offer the best of all worlds to the savvy traveler- a rare combination of high style, sophistication, and exemplary service, all at a value for the guest. The story of the Hotel Monaco is "Sophisticated World Travel". The Hotel Monaco main lobby is characterized by high ceilings, graced by impressive two-story French inglenook fireplace and hand painted ceiling domes that feature a colorful compass-rose design. The registration desk is playfully patterned after a classically styled steamer trunk. Our grand staircase leads from our reception area to the second floor and lower lobby area. All 201 guest rooms including 35 suites are lushly appointed with pattern/texture and light interiors by noted Los Angeles designer Cheryl Rowley. 24 hours prior to local hotel time of 6pm. Guests who do not cancel prior to 24 hours before local hotel time of 6pm will be charged a one night's room plus tax. Cancellation policy is subject to change. An early departure fee in an amount up to one night's room and tax may apply. Our environmental program, Kimpton Hotels EarthCare, supports a sustainable world by using non-intrusive, high quality, eco-friendly products and services, including In-Room recycling bins, non-toxic cleaners, organic honor bar items and water/energy efficient measures. Kimpton Hotels EarthCare products and practices are based on California Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Green Lodging Guidelines.

Surrounding Area

Location description: Just one block away from nearby theatres/American Conservatory Theatre (ACT) and the Curran Theatre and two blocks west from Union Square. A short walk to Chinatown, Moscone Convention Center Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMoMA), Financial District.

Areas served: San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland

Airports: San Francisco International - SFO - 14 miles south of Hotel Monaco Oakland International - OAK - 20 miles east of Hotel MonacoSan Jose International - SJC - 47 miles south of Hotel Monaco

Property Information - Hotel Monaco- a Kimpton Hotel

Hotel rating: Star Rating 4
Number of floors: 7
Number of Rooms: 201
Opened in 1910
Renovated in 2000
Check in time: 3:00 PM
Check out time: 12:00 PM
Native currency: USD
Rate Disclaimer: All rates are subject to availability

Room Description

Room Descriptions (Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.) Queen Canopy -200 sq. ft. with 1 four poster canopy queen bed -Smaller than the other room types-considered the most intimate, romantic and dramatically decorated room with yellow and green striped wallpaper -Accommodates 2 people and does not fit a rollaway -Inside courtyard location with window shutters, room does not connect Queen Deluxe -234 sq. ft. with 1 queen bed and gray and white striped wall coverings -Accommodates 2 people and does not accommodate rollaway. -Exterior and interior rooms - interior rooms have shutters -Some rooms connect to a Deluxe Suite Double Double Deluxe -250 sq. ft. with 2 double beds - some of the best pajama parties have been held in these rooms! -Rooms feature yellow and green striped wall coverings -Some are handicapped accessible with roll-in showers -Accommodates 2 people and does not accommodate rollaway -Exterior side location with street views *some rooms connect to a DBDX King Deluxe -250 sq. ft. with 1 king bed -Rooms have great personality and award-winning decor, and feature yellow & green striped wall covering -Accommodates 2 people and does not accommodate rollaway -Exterior location with street view, does not connect to any other rooms Junior Suite -330-380 sq. ft. with king bed in oversized bedroom -Oversized rooms with sitting area and queen pullout sofa bed within room -Rooms feature yellow and green striped wall coverings -Some are handicapped accessible with lower shelves in the closet, bars in the bathrooms, sitting showers -no bathtubs -Accommodates 4 people and does not accommodate rollaway -Exterior location with view of Geary Street, does not connect to any rooms Deluxe Suite -330-380 sq. ft. with king bed -Separate parlor area with living room -Accommodates 4 people -Suite does not have a view *some rooms connect to a Queen Deluxe Room Parlor Suite -500 sq. ft. with a king bed in an oversized room, which also has sofa and table with 4 chairs in the sitting area -Accommodates 2 people and does not fit a rollaway -Views of Geary Street or the interior light well (no view in 1 suite) -1 PLST connects to a QNDX and can be sold as a two-room suite -1 PLST - room 224 - has a 6-foot whirlpool Jacuzzi tub -The other 2 PLSTs have standard bathtubs. Monte Carlo suite with one king bed -450-525 sq. ft. with a king bed in bedroom -beautiful and elegant accommodations with award-winning d

Room Descriptions (Other room type than std, dlx, ste, ... etc.)

Meeting Facilities

Meeting Facilities Conference Banquet Facilities/Meeting Rooms - -8,340 square feet of space includes 9 total meeting rooms. -Two 1575 square foot meeting rooms each divisible into two and one breakout room of 100 square feet accommodating 12 to 15 people. -Two meeting rooms with high ballroom ceilings totaling 2300 square feet combining the two rooms can accommodate up to 250 people theatre style or 150 for a sit down dinner. - Two executive board rooms both 400 square feet each. One is furnished with an oak conference table accommodating 12 people and the other which accommodates up to 20 people. -- Full conference/private dining facilities and support services. Private dining up to 180/receptions up to 250. Meeting and groups for up to 120.

Restarant Information

Restaurants Grand Cafe, a French-California brasserie featuring contemporary French cuisine influenced by earthy seasonal flavors and wonderful local ingredients. The menu's diverse array of fresh seafood, roasted meats, and theatrical desserts satisfies every appetite. Set in an architecturally restored, turn-of-the-century ballroom with 30 foot high ceilings, the cafe reflects the grandeur of old Europe with touches of art nouveau and deco and exciting collections of commissioned murals, fanciful sculptures, decorative art and faux finishes from a variety of local artists. The adjoining Petit Cafe with a lamp-lit cherry-wood bar, wood burning oven and original pen and ink drawings along the walls, provides the perfect backdrop for a casual meal or cocktail, before or after the theater. Grand Caf

Recreations

Health Club and Spa Facilities Fitness Facility - Complimentary use of fitness center including stationary bicycles, stairmaster, weight training stations and free weights. Hours of operation - 6am to 10pm The concierge would be happy to arrange for all guests activity needs: spa/salon, tennis/racquetball, running routes, hiking, bike trips, and golf tee times around San Francisco. There is no pool in the hotel but there is an 8 person whirlpool spa.

Sports and Recreation 4 miles away from a public course. Baseball: AT&T Park home of the San Francisco Giants is 1 mile SE. Cisco Field home of the Oakland A's is 10 miles east. Football: Monster Park Home of the San Francisco 49ers is 4 miles south. McAfee Coliseum home of the Oakland Raiders is 10 miles east. Basketball: Oracle Coliseum home of the Golden State Warriors is 10 miles west Sailing: 2 miles north are the piers launching sailboats, yachts, catamarans and cruise ships. Whale watching excursions, deep sea fishing expeditions, bay tours and sailing courses are all available nearby. Golden Gate Park offers stables, polo grounds, an archery range, and bike-skate-walk paths. Swimming pools are available within 3 blocks of the hotel - see concierge Sand beaches are less than 5 miles W or a trip to Angel Island is a 45 minute ferry boat adventure. Windsurfing and kiteboarding are incredibly popular sports in the bay. Windsurfing rentals and lessons are available at the piers 2 miles north. To surf some of the best breakers in northern California go west 5 miles or try some intermediate waves in Bolinas 25 miles NW on the coast. Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz boast excellent surfing for both beginning and advanced boarders 70 miles to the south. Extensive hiking and biking trails are located 10 miles to the northeast.

Area Attractions

Area Info. -Just one block away from nearby theatres, American Conservatory Theatre (ACT) and the Curran Theatre -Two blocks west from Union Square the center for the city's finest retail shopping, dining, and entertainment. -Two blocks from the Powell Street Cable Car Line which travels to Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, and Ghirardelli Square. -Walking distance to Chinatown, Westfield Shopping Center, Moscone Convention Center, art museums, the Embarcadero, and the financial district.

Directions - Hotel Monaco- a Kimpton Hotel

From San Francisco Airport (SFO): 1. Take Highway 101 North. 2. As you approach the city, stay on the "Bay Bridge - Interstate 80" lane. 3. Take the 4th Street - last San Francisco exit. 4. Go straight through the signal. You are now on Bryant Street. 5. Turn left on 3rd street (5 blocks). Stay in the far left lane. 6. Cross Market Street. 7. Take an immediate left on Geary Street. 8. The Hotel Monaco is located on the corner of Geary & Taylor Streets, at 501 Geary Street.

From Oakland Airport (OAK): 1. From I-80, take the Bay Bridge to San Francisco 2. Take the Fremont Street exit (2 blocks). 3. Turn left on Howard Street (3 blocks). 4. Turn right on 3rd Street (3 blocks). Stay in the far left lane. 5. Cross Market Street. 6. Take an immediate left onto Geary Street. 7. The Hotel Monaco is located on the corner of Geary & Taylor streets, at 501 Geary Street

Amenities

						AM/FM Alarm Clock
						Audio Visual Equipment
						Babysitting/Child Services
						Bar/Lounge
						Barber Shop
						Barber/Beauty Shop
						Boutiques
						Business Center
						Car Rental Desk
						Conference Facilities
						Continental Breakfast
						Concierge Desk
						Concierge
						Copy Service
						Courtesy Car
						City Center
						Currency Exchange
						24 Hour Front Desk
						Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
						Doctor on Call
						Doorman
						Drugstore
						Elevators
						Express Checkout
						Florist
						Exercise Gym
						Hairdryers Available
						Health Club
						Ice Machine
						Jacuzzi
						Jogging Track
						Lounge
						Mini Bar
						Modem Lines in Room
						Meeting/Banquet Facilities
						Multilingual
						No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
						Free Newspaper
						News Stand
						Pets Allowed
						Pool
						Valet Parking
						Restaurant
						Room Service
						24 Hour Room Service
						Safe Deposit Box
						Sauna
						Secretarial Service
						Shops/Commercial Services
						Shopping Mall
						Fitness Center or Spa
						Telephone
						Tour Desk
						Television with Cable
						Laundry/Valet Services
						VIP Rooms/Services
						Wake-up Service