Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s legendary Fisherman’s Wharf, the Argonaut Hotel beckons honeymooners to indulge in the true essence of boutique luxury. With a name inspired by Greek legend and Gold Rush-era adventurers, the Argonaut is not just a hotel; it’s a grand and iconic retreat that captures the spirit of San Francisco’s vibrant history.
Boutique Grandeur by the Bay:
As you step into the Argonaut Hotel, you are transported to a world where boutique grandeur meets seaside charm. Housed in the historic Haslett Warehouse, a grand building dating back to 1907, the hotel boasts exposed brick walls, Douglas Fir beams, and an ambiance that resonates with the colorful tales of San Francisco’s Barbary Coast.
Legendary Inspiration:
The Argonaut draws inspiration from Greek mythology and Gold Rush tales, creating an atmosphere that feels almost legendary. The hotel’s décor, design, and attention to detail pay homage to a bygone era, inviting couples to immerse themselves in the allure of San Francisco’s rich maritime history.
Seaside Romance:
For honeymooners seeking a romantic escape, the Argonaut Hotel offers an unparalleled setting. The proximity to Fisherman’s Wharf means that the gentle sounds of the sea provide a soothing backdrop to your stay. Seaside strolls, sunset views, and the scent of saltwater in the air create an ambiance that’s perfect for romance.
Luxury in Every Detail:
Every corner of the Argonaut Hotel exudes luxury. From plush furnishings and cozy nooks in the lobby to elegantly appointed rooms, the hotel ensures that your honeymoon is not just a stay but a pampered experience. The blend of modern comfort with historic charm creates an atmosphere where every moment is steeped in indulgence.
Fisherman’s Wharf Adventures:
Step outside the Argonaut, and you find yourself in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf. Explore the vibrant waterfront, savor world-class seafood, and embark on adventures that make your honeymoon truly unforgettable. Whether it’s a visit to Alcatraz or a leisurely cruise on the bay, the hotel’s location opens the door to a myriad of experiences.
Seal the Memories:
As you seal the memories of your honeymoon, the Argonaut Hotel becomes more than just a place to stay; it becomes a part of your love story. Its historic charm, seaside location, and luxurious amenities create the perfect backdrop for the beginning of your shared journey. The Argonaut Hotel invites you to embark on a legendary honeymoon by the bay.
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Summary of Verified Guests at Argonaut Hotel
Honeymooners and romantic travelers had a memorable experience at the Argonaut hotel, thanks to the friendly and efficient staff who went above and beyond to ensure a comfortable, luxurious, and special stay. The hotel's prime location near Fisherman’s Wharf was a highlight, allowing easy access to attractions like Pier 39, Alcatraz and Ghirardelli Square. The Blue Mermaid Restaurant on site received high praise for its food, ambiance, and exceptional service, with staff members making thoughtful gestures such as arranging a special Valentine’s Day dinner or preparing late-night room service. The Bayview King rooms offer stunning views of Alcatraz and the bay. The hotel's ambiance and room amenities, including comfortable king beds, air conditioning, and fluffy towels added to the overall positive experience.
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The front desk team: Corinne, Brendan and Isaac made out stay one to remember! This was one of our favorite trips to SF thanks to you all. Appreciate all you do to make our stay so beautiful and luxurious! From the moment we pulled up we felt taken care of....
The front desk team: Corinne, Brendan and Isaac made out stay one to remember! This was one of our favorite trips to SF thanks to you all. Appreciate all you do to make our stay so beautiful and luxurious! From the moment we pulled up we felt taken care of. Thanks so much!
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My wife and I made reservations for a Valentine’s Day dinner, and we had a wonderful experience here at Blue Mermaid Restaurant. The food, drinks, and ambiance were excellent, but the service…holy moly! Our server George went above and beyond for us during our dinner. He even brought over a...
My wife and I made reservations for a Valentine’s Day dinner, and we had a wonderful experience here at Blue Mermaid Restaurant. The food, drinks, and ambiance were excellent, but the service…holy moly! Our server George went above and beyond for us during our dinner. He even brought over a rose for us to cap off the night. Many thanks to George and staff at the restaurant.
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Unforgettable Stay with Exceptional Service – Can't Wait to Return!
We had the most unforgettable stay at this hotel and are absolutely thrilled with our experience. The staff went above and beyond with their warmth and kindness, making our time extra special - especially since it was for my 40th birthday. We arrived in the evening, too tired to dine...
We had the most unforgettable stay at this hotel and are absolutely thrilled with our experience. The staff went above and beyond with their warmth and kindness, making our time extra special - especially since it was for my 40th birthday.
We arrived in the evening, too tired to dine out or even at the restaurant, and it was getting late for room service. However, Josh and the Blue Mermaid staff went out of their way to prepare two delicious burgers, accompanied by the best aioli sauce we’ve ever had. We’re so grateful for that thoughtful gesture!
A huge thank you to Jacob and Angel at reception for organizing a beautiful gift in my room for my birthday. My friend from Switzerland arranged flowers and a Happy Birthday balloon, and I truly appreciated the effort the staff made to ensure everything was perfectly set up.
A special thank you to Corinne for your kindness and the thoughtful gifts you gave us before we left - your generosity made our departure all the more difficult.
Lastly, our heartfelt thanks to Aaron and Karina at the Blue Mermaid restaurant, as well as to all the other staff whose names we didn’t catch, for fulfilling all of our special requests. Your service was truly appreciated!
The only minor downside was that it was a bit chilly in the lobby and corridors, but that didn't take away from the overall experience. Thank you all for making our stay so memorable!
We can’t wait to be back soon to make even more wonderful memories!
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Perfect location for sight-seeing
As first time visitors to San Francisco we were looking for somewhere central and near Fisherman’s Wharf. After much research we booked this hotel for a week and do not regret it for one moment. We arrived late at night to a friendly and efficient welcome and were given our...
As first time visitors to San Francisco we were looking for somewhere central and near Fisherman’s Wharf. After much research we booked this hotel for a week and do not regret it for one moment.
We arrived late at night to a friendly and efficient welcome and were given our room on the third floor. It was clean and well presented whilst being a very good size. The King bed was extremely comfortable leading to great sleep every night.
Air-con worked well and the overall ambiance was perfect for the whole week. The bathroom was well appointed with expected toiletries and fluffy towels. My only criticism would be that the showers are the “typical” American ones with hardly any pressure and a head fixed to the wall. Not great for an enjoyable shower experience but the water was hot and it was ok.
The location of this hotel is absolutely perfect.
Would return if coming back to the area.
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Wow, such an amazing hotel and experience! Huge huge shoutout to Tenzin for going above and beyond and making our stay super special, easy and comfortable - really felt the hospitality from him and all the staff, from the valets like Domingo and the amazing cleaning staff. Truly an amazing...
Wow, such an amazing hotel and experience! Huge huge shoutout to Tenzin for going above and beyond and making our stay super special, easy and comfortable - really felt the hospitality from him and all the staff, from the valets like Domingo and the amazing cleaning staff. Truly an amazing experience - thank you so much!!!
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The hotel vibes are really fantastic, the location are super accessible, the staff were kind, helpful and polite and they have a lot of flexibility to have a wonderful trip. So I highly recommend it. Chat out to Corinne if you need any assistance. We will be returning again next...
The hotel vibes are really fantastic, the location are super accessible, the staff were kind, helpful and polite and they have a lot of flexibility to have a wonderful trip. So I highly recommend it. Chat out to Corinne if you need any assistance. We will be returning again next time
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The Best Hotel in San Francisco!
We stayed at the Argonaut hotel on our honeymoon in 2023 and we could not have picked a better hotel for our first trip to San Francisco. The location is perfect and within walking distance to so many great things. We walked to see the sea lions at Pier 39...
We stayed at the Argonaut hotel on our honeymoon in 2023 and we could not have picked a better hotel for our first trip to San Francisco. The location is perfect and within walking distance to so many great things. We walked to see the sea lions at Pier 39 and to the ferry for Alcatraz. The cable car stop, the Buena Vista, and Ghirardelli Square are right next-door.
Every staff member that we encountered was friendly and helpful. Our Bayview King room had a picture perfect view of Alcatraz. We also loved that we could open the windows and hear the sounds from the bay and the street below. The Blue Mermaid restaurant is a gem and is so handy to have right on site.
We stayed at the Argonaut again for our first anniversary in May 2024 because we loved it so much. This is the only hotel we will ever stay at when we visit San Francisco.
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The best of a sea side adventure in luxury.
The room was very spacious and inviting. The tub was big enough for 2 and the hotel even included some bath bombs to try out with the spa jets. It was an enjoying bath. We had a room that over looked Alcatraz and Golden Gate bridge. We even saw some...
The room was very spacious and inviting. The tub was big enough for 2 and the hotel even included some bath bombs to try out with the spa jets. It was an enjoying bath. We had a room that over looked Alcatraz and Golden Gate bridge. We even saw some seagulls that perched on the building across from us. We were minutes from exploring the pier and the chocolate factory. Overall a great experience.
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A Great hotel. great staff and excellent facilities, Pillows to die for, A big thanks to Issac and Coco on the desk always on hand and very helpful , nothing was problem for either of them, would definitely return . this hotel is very well situated in the heart of...
A Great hotel. great staff and excellent facilities, Pillows to die for, A big thanks to Issac and Coco on the desk always on hand and very helpful , nothing was problem for either of them, would definitely return . this hotel is very well situated in the heart of fisherman's wharf and an ideal base to get around from , Great food The bellboy as i call them was always on hand to help and offer advice on routes,
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An amazing short stay at the Argonaut
We made our reservation at the Argonaut on our way up from central California. We’ve been to the city so many times and have always walked by the Argonaut, so we thought we would give it a try. We’ve got a very reasonable rate online for a courtyard view. When...
We made our reservation at the Argonaut on our way up from central California. We’ve been to the city so many times and have always walked by the Argonaut, so we thought we would give it a try. We’ve got a very reasonable rate online for a courtyard view.
When we arrived, we met Sharon at the front desk. She was so friendly and welcoming. My wife asked her “how is the courtyard view?” She said, “I already upgraded your room, I don’t think you will be disappointed”. We chatted with her, and we went to our room. WOW!!!! She gave us a corner suite. It was huge. One side looked directly over the wharf to Alcatraz and the other view was over the Aquatic Park and the GG bridge. Fantastic. The room was big, clean, and the bathroom was spacious. The bed was sooooooo comfortable. Slept so amazingly well. There was an in room Nespresso machine and there was a fridge for our waters.
We had an appetizer and some drinks downstairs at Mermaids.
We are not big fans of fishermen’s wharf, as we used to live here and it is very touristy. But the night we came, it was super quiet. So many places to walk from here
A great stay for sure. Will be back.
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Excellent Staff and Accomodations
The Argonaut Hotel presents a friendly, clean and very accomodating place to stay when in San Francisco. Brendan helped to make the trip go very well. We arrived on a tandem bicycle and there was no problem to park the bike in the baggage area. This is an excellent hotel...
The Argonaut Hotel presents a friendly, clean and very accomodating place to stay when in San Francisco. Brendan helped to make the trip go very well. We arrived on a tandem bicycle and there was no problem to park the bike in the baggage area. This is an excellent hotel run by caring people.
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Sharon was a pleasure at check in. The Argonaut hotel and the area was fantastic. The area was very clean, not too loud and close walk to everything around. Lots to do and see in area. My wife and I had a blast and can’t wait to return. We are...
Sharon was a pleasure at check in. The Argonaut hotel and the area was fantastic. The area was very clean, not too loud and close walk to everything around. Lots to do and see in area. My wife and I had a blast and can’t wait to return. We are off to Napa tomorrow.
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The location is key - right at the end of Fisherman's Wharf. We used the valet parking, which was expensive, but car parks nearby were expensive and parking regulations on street varied day by day. I wanted my rental car to still be in one piece at the end of...
The location is key - right at the end of Fisherman's Wharf. We used the valet parking, which was expensive, but car parks nearby were expensive and parking regulations on street varied day by day. I wanted my rental car to still be in one piece at the end of the 3 nights! The room was very nice with quiet air con. I dropped a star because the fridge was very noisy every time it started up, there was a lack of hooks in the bathroom and the toilet seat needed cleaning
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2 day break in San Francisco
This hotel was recommended and booked by our local TA.Great choice,the location was excellent and the room facilities were all we needed and more.Staff were so friendly and helpful.When they heard we were on a trip for our Golden Wedding they gave us a small gift from the hotel. I...
This hotel was recommended and booked by our local TA.Great choice,the location was excellent and the room facilities were all we needed and more.Staff were so friendly and helpful.When they heard we were on a trip for our Golden Wedding they gave us a small gift from the hotel.
I could recommend this hotel to anyone planning to visit the area.
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We arrived for a week stay just before Easter weekend and we got the room we paid for, a courtyard facing Queen bed on the 3rd floor. The hotel is perfectly located and everyone working was very friendly. We had vouchers included for breakfast in the blue mermaid restaurant, fruit...
We arrived for a week stay just before Easter weekend and we got the room we paid for, a courtyard facing Queen bed on the 3rd floor. The hotel is perfectly located and everyone working was very friendly. We had vouchers included for breakfast in the blue mermaid restaurant, fruit bowl and toast or fruit bowl and pastry with juice, coffee or tea. It would have been nice to have a voucher that was worth a certain amount of dollars and then we could pay the extra to have something different. Fisherman's Wharf is really lovely with lots of shops, restaurants, and its flat to walk along to the sealions at Pier 39. You can catch the bus not far from hotel to Golden Gate and a ferry at Pier 33 to get to Alcatraz book this before you travel to ensure the ferry. We took our own kettle for tea, and a shop ( CVS ) near the Ghirardelli Square for snacks, soda, etc. Hairdryer, coffee, iron and ironing board in the room as standard in the room. I would recommend this hotel to anyone travelling to San Francisco. Nice nautical carpet just being fitted in public areas !
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Very Nice Hotel In Convenient Location
We stayed for 6 nights in a corner suite on the top floor.The suite was very large with a fantastic bathroom. The bed was comfortable and the sofa bed was better than average. The room, along with the whole hotel, was spotlessly clean and very professionally run. All of the...
We stayed for 6 nights in a corner suite on the top floor.The suite was very large with a fantastic bathroom. The bed was comfortable and the sofa bed was better than average. The room, along with the whole hotel, was spotlessly clean and very professionally run. All of the staff were great and the concierge, Zakhida, was very helpful before my arrival in sorting out a really good itinerary of trips. The view from the room was of Alcatraz and the GG bridge. We enjoyed breakfast most mornings and had one dinner in the restaurant - all were very good, as were the staff.
Free water is available and there is availability of coffee in the rooms. We asked for a kettle and tea bags and these were provided.
The only negative for me was that someone used the street as a race track each night to rev their motorbike. Luckily it didn't go on beyond about 11pm but did go on all late afternoon and evening which was very annoying. Obviously not the hotel's fault and beyond their control.
There are lots of restaurants and cafes close by, as well as shops, and transport.
We enjoyed our stay and would like to thank the staff for their hard work and can recommend The Argonaut as a great place to stay.
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Location, location, location!
Most hotels in San Francisco are around Union Square but the Argonaut being in Fisherman's Wharf was, for us, a much better area and an ideal location for seeing and doing everything in the city. There were many excellent cafes and restaurants and plenty of good shops both within a...
Most hotels in San Francisco are around Union Square but the Argonaut being in Fisherman's Wharf was, for us, a much better area and an ideal location for seeing and doing everything in the city. There were many excellent cafes and restaurants and plenty of good shops both within a short walk. Alcatraz cruises, the Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise, the Sausalito ferry and the Big Bus hop-on-hop off and day tours were all within a few minutes' walk along one road. For this alone, I would highly recommend this hotel.
It was a large hotel but never felt busy, it was spotless, and the staff were all lovely.
We booked a king room with bay view and were on floor 3 overlooking Alcatraz for our 6 nights. It was a good size room with massive bed, sofa, coffee table, coffee machine, large TV, mini bar, set of drawers and a wardrobe with plenty of hanging space and a good size safe. There were plenty of charging points for plugs or USB and a specific mobile phone charger that you just lay your phone on.
The bathroom was quite small but had a bath with shower and a good size sink with large mirror. The water pressure wasn't brilliant but was usable, and the shower was only from the ceiling so there was no handheld shower which was a bit awkward for me.
Overall, this hotel more than met our expectations and the location just blows it out of the park.
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We had an amazing stay at the Argonaut Hotel. Before we even arrived, I spent a few days in a row spealing with the Hotel's amazing Concierge Zakhida. I told her neither myself nor my partner had ever been to SF and she quickly curated an amazing experience for us....
We had an amazing stay at the Argonaut Hotel. Before we even arrived, I spent a few days in a row spealing with the Hotel's amazing Concierge Zakhida. I told her neither myself nor my partner had ever been to SF and she quickly curated an amazing experience for us. Her restaurant recommendations were spot on, and we could not have been happier. Zakhida's dedication and knowledge makes her an invaluable asset.
The room was comfy and well appointed and the breakfast simply delicious. The location of the Hotel is also extremely convenient. All this aside, the people are what give this property the winning edge.
We will be back!
Natalie and Nykki
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Amazing hotel on fisherman’s wharf, let down only by the restaurant
On arriving at the hotel it was exactly what was expected .. we had read up, visited the site.. seeing in person was so much better. Room was lovely and so boutique. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better room.. even the view we opened the blinds to see...
On arriving at the hotel it was exactly what was expected .. we had read up, visited the site.. seeing in person was so much better. Room was lovely and so boutique. We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better room.. even the view we opened the blinds to see the Golden Gate Bridge..
Honestly this is an amazing hotel. However don’t get taken in by the free breakfast offers they aren’t worth it.. 4 pieces of toast (2 slices of bread) and not enough jam.. And the service is absolutely terrible. From waiting at the door for 5 minutes to not being served .. or forgotten about.. fortunately plenty of other places to eat..
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We love the Argonaut Hotel. This is our second Visit . We chose the Hotel for the location, the service, the ambiance the rooms We were surprised to be greeted by Angel again , he is so friendly and helpful. We also upgraded to a corner suite! This offers such...
We love the Argonaut Hotel. This is our second Visit . We chose the Hotel for the location, the service, the ambiance the rooms We were surprised to be greeted by Angel again , he is so friendly and helpful. We also upgraded to a corner suite! This offers such comfort and a cozy place to relax. Angel was friendly every time we walked by the desk.
Also enjoyed, Stephen, Brendan and coco.
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Loved everything about the Argonaut.
My Wife and I stayed in the Argonaut for four nights in May. We were very inpressed with the location, the hotel staff were exceptional including the restaurant staff. our room was lovely and the star shaped pillow on the bed was a great touch. The food for breakfast and...
My Wife and I stayed in the Argonaut for four nights in May. We were very inpressed with the location, the hotel staff were exceptional including the restaurant staff. our room was lovely and the star shaped pillow on the bed was a great touch. The food for breakfast and the evening meal were exceptional and we loved the way the restaurant was decorated. We were sad to leave the Argonaut and as a momento wanted to take one of the star pillows home with us. Sadly we could not fit one in our luggage but since returning home to the Uk I have contacted the hotel to ask about getting a pillow sent back to the Uk. Aaron from the housekeeping team was extremely helpful and our pillow turned up and looks great on out own bed as a constant reminder of our stay. I would not hesitate to recommended the Argonaut hotel and will be looking to return as soon as we can to stay.
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