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Hotel Da Vinci

Stay at Hotel Da Vinci in San Francisco offering unfussy rooms, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, a heated outdoor pool, and an LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere.

2550 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109, United States View on map
6.8/10
Average Based on 752 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced Comfort with Valuable Amenities

Guests highlight clean, comfortable rooms and a range of amenities including a heated pool and a good breakfast, though some note small room size and thin walls. The location and friendly service also stand out, making it suitable for practical stays in the city.

Guests often praise

  • Clean, well-stocked rooms with comfortable beds and helpful housekeeping service
  • Heated outdoor pool and additional facilities like gym, sauna, and game room
  • Free Wi-Fi and complimentary breakfast with a variety of options
  • Convenient, central location near city attractions and public transport
  • Friendly and accommodating staff providing a welcoming atmosphere

Worth knowing

  • Rooms tend to be small with thin walls, which can affect noise levels
  • Breakfast quality has varied, sometimes shifting from extensive spreads to simpler continental options
  • Some guests have mentioned slow elevators and visible construction nearby
  • Laundry facilities are available but located outside the rooms
  • Room perks and amenities have diminished slightly over time according to some reviews

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a budget-friendly stay in a central urban area
  • LGBTQ+ friendly guests looking for an inclusive environment
  • Visitors who prioritize clean rooms and practical amenities over luxury
  • Guests wanting easy access to local bars, restaurants, and public transit
  • Families and groups appreciating larger rooms with extra facilities like a game room
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About this property

Welcome to Hotel Da Vinci

Located on 2550 Van Ness Ave in San Francisco, Hotel Da Vinci offers straightforward accommodations with practical amenities, designed to meet basic traveler needs. The low-key property features rooms and suites that provide free Wi-Fi and breakfast, with many guests noting the continental breakfast options, though some reviews mention its simplicity. The hotel maintains a heated outdoor pool, a sauna, and a gym, adding to its range of facilities.

The setting is suited for guests seeking a no-frills stay in a convenient location, with easy access to nearby bars, restaurants, and city attractions. Reviewers have highlighted the cleanliness of rooms and common areas, along with comfortable beds and useful in-room amenities such as mini fridges and microwaves. However, some guests have found the rooms to be small and noted thin walls affecting noise levels, which may be a consideration for light sleepers.

Hotel Da Vinci is LGBTQ+ friendly, welcoming a diverse crowd. While the property holds an average rating of 3.4 based on over 750 reviews, feedback reflects a variety of experiences—ranging from helpful and attentive staff to construction-related disruptions and modest facilities. The hotel’s policies include check-in at 15:00 and check-out by 11:00.

Its location also offers good connectivity to public transit, making it a practical base for exploring San Francisco without relying heavily on ride-hailing services. Overall, the hotel is suited for travelers looking for an affordable, centrally positioned option with basic comforts rather than luxury features.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Rachel Padilla Mar 31, 2026
8.0

I really feel the need to write this review, do to all the bad prior reviews I read prior to my visit. My family and I stood 2 nights and had a really enjoyable stay. Room was clean and well stocked. Pool was clean, heated, sauna and gym were great. I called housekeeping twice for things we needed and they brought everything I needed within 3 minutes. I don't know what people expected but "CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST" was exactly what it said continental and satisfying until our next meal! Staff was friendly and attentive. We would definitely go back.

SB
Summer Barrios Mar 12, 2026
10

Loved it they have big rooms and beautiful views.Their is a mini fridge, microwave, Comfortable beds, blow dryer, ironing board and iron, free wifi , large tv, a pool, and a game room with a pool table, foosball, and tables and plenty of chairs.. over all a perfect place to stay ..

BO
Brendan O'Connor Mar 06, 2026
10

Above and beyond, from the lady from the Caribbean changing the rooms, to the accommodation across the board, I came here out of a Majory surgery, I almost lost my leg due to a rare infection from the Tenderloin, and they really made it like Home while I was in pain, both physically and psychologically thank you for doing your best Brendan

TJ
Trees Journey Feb 17, 2026
8.0

Small but nice pool not sure if heated Gym small but good Not sure about breakfast looks closed Laundry outside

BL
Brooke Latimer Feb 15, 2026
8.0

The rooms are pretty small but they get the job done. The walls are super thin and we were woken up by passers by which is the reason for the loss of the star. The breakfast is awesome though with a wide variety of delicious baked goods as well as many other options. The location is also super great and very central to many of the city’s attractions! If you go in knowing it’s a 3 star hotel you will be impressed as it is a great place!

JS
Justin S Feb 01, 2026
10

This is a great place! The rooms are big and clean, plus they have free parking, which is amazing I'm glad they have free Wi-Fi, because my signal is weak when in the room. The location of great with tons of bars and restaurants on Polk St. And it's right by a main bus line if you get sick of $25 Waymo's all the time. Thank you for being a great place from enough to base my San Francisco trip!

BW
Barry Whettingsteel Jan 04, 2026
8.0

This is a nice little hotel and we found the beds/pillows very comfortable compared to our stay in New York. We didnt have much interaction with the staff nor did we use the pool etc but our rooms were always cleaned and made up to an excellent standard and everything seemed to run smoothly. The only downside was that the lift was very very slow and even though the hotel was kept very clean, parts of it looked like it needed some updating. Would happily recommend it and would definitely stay again in the future.

JT
Jason Thomas Dec 23, 2025
8.0

I have stayed here before and had a slightly better experience. Still get a clean and comfortable room although they seem to be cutting back on the perks. The breakfast going from a full spread to a pretty sparse continental is one. Construction out front is pretty evasive but hopefully that is temporary. Still good value but hope the perk reduction doesn't continue.

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