TILDEN HOTEL, San Francisco – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Boutique Hotel
The Tilden Hotel, named after sculptor Douglas Tilden, retains historic elements like steam heating, exposed piping, and an original staircase. The lobby features a tufted Harvey Probber sofa, Cherrywood-paneled walls, and a digital art installation by Daylighted. Rooms include flat-screen TVs, laptop safes, and coffee machines, with some offering rain-style showers and bathrobes.
On-Site Dining
Café Tilden serves Equator Coffee espresso drinks, fresh pastries from Starter Bakery, and snacks like hard-boiled eggs and fruit. The Douglas Room Restaurant and Bar offers a complimentary cocktail with paired appetizers for guests. Menu highlights include The Tilden Burger, creative sandwiches, and Madagascar vanilla ice cream.
Leisure & Events
The Rooftop Penthouse provides 360-degree city views for events, and guests who propose here may win a free night. The Backyard features alfresco seating, oversized Jenga, Connect 4, and a firepit for s'mores. Art installations by local artists, including Christopher Fodera, are displayed throughout the hotel.
Theater District Location
The hotel is in San Francisco's Theater District, near Union Square (0.5 km), Grace Cathedral (0.5 km), and Chinatown (1.5 km). The Presidio, with 24 miles of trails and Golden Gate Bridge views, is less than five miles away. Public transport includes nearby bus stops and Metro stations.
Family & Guest Services
Kids receive a VIP card for complimentary snacks and drinks at Café Tilden. The hotel offers guided meditations, soundproof windows, and a locally sourced mini-bar. Event spaces accommodate meetings, and the Douglas Room can host private dinners with custom menus for conventions like Dreamforce.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair access
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Gift/Newsstand
- Coffee shop
- Multilingual staff
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Services
- Paid valet parking
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Bell staff/Porter
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
Business
- Business centre
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- In-room safe
- Dressing area
- Rooftop terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
