Name: Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt
Address: 1625 Post Street, Japantown, San Francisco, California, United States of America, San Francisco, California, US
Price range: US$244–US$1,224 per night
Rating: 8.63

What guests think

At Hotel Kabuki, part of JdV by Hyatt, guests repeatedly praise the friendly service, clean spaces, and Japantown location with easy access to dining and shopping, while highlights include a standout gym, lively bar, and a 24 hour coffee station.

Common drawbacks are street and hallway noise in some rooms, bathrooms with limited privacy and awkward lighting, and occasional HVAC problems. Several reviews also note limited or costly parking and unexpected destination or other fees at checkout. Expect a stylish, well located boutique stay with strong service and amenities, but check room placement and policies if sensitive to noise, layout, or fees.

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Facilities

The gym stands out, and the lobby and bar are inviting; many appreciate the 24/7 coffee and water station. Parking is limited on site, with many using the connected Japantown garage, and costs can be high.

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Jessa

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was quiet and had an interesting and lovely aesthetic. The bed was comfortable, and the temperature was nice and cool. The service was good, and the breakfast staff was very attentive. The breakfast buffet had a great spread, and I took advantage of the tea and coffee in the lobby. The bathroom doors situation is weird and I’d appreciate if stepping out of the shower didn’t feel so exposed, especially where there are other hotel rooms within view of the curtains in the main area are open. The gym was awesome. Overall a great stay

10

ELisabeth

22 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very clean. Coffee tea and water available 24 hours and great lounges areas. Very comfortable room and great staff.

8

kari

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is popular. The lobby was crowded & loud when we checked in at 5pm. The reception person asked us if we wanted a quiet room and, to our surprise, gave us a very quiet room on the 2nd floor. The room decor was Japanese- inspired, trendy and attractive. They gave us 2 bottles of water on arrival & departure. Parking is extremely limited: both at the hotel & at the Japantown lots! We had to park at a lot near the Fillmore Theater & walk 10 min to the hotel. Next time we’ll try public transport instead. Lots of Japanese restaurants & shopping in the area. We’d definitely return- but not with a car.

8

Erin

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just what i wanted. Location, parking, comfortable bed. Nice bar and gym.

8

Christopher

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Lobby, common areas very nice. Nice bar/ fancy restaurant attached. Reasonably priced breakfast ( for sf) No IN/out for parking. Parking is cheaper in attached Japan center garage ( also no in/out) $30 per night vs $50

10

Esther

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I stayed here for a whole week and it was absolutely wonderful. It was super clean, safe, easy underground parking, and the complimentary water (flat and sparking) and coffee was an added delight. The bar is super cute with great cocktails and wine option. I’ll be back again when I’m in town for work.

10

Paula

27 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a beautiful hotel. I have stayed here for many years before it became a Hyatt and was called Miyako, a truly Japanese style hotel with deep bathtubs. I love the area it is in in San Francisco. There is a independent parking structure next to the hotel for $29/24hrs.

10

Julie

29 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great decor in the rooms and lobby/hallways. The gym was truly amazing and we wished we'd stayed long enough to use it. Very helpful staff and welcoming vibe. Good coffee in the room too.

10

Angela

2 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our staycation on New Year's Eve in a loft suite which is enormous. Property is in the Japantown complex so lots of good ramen/sushi options. Hotel bar was convenient but expensive. Appreciated the free water and coffee station in the lobby.

10

Christine

20 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great stay in a great location! The 24-hour coffee machine was an added benefit.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and common areas are frequently described as very clean. A few guests mentioned dated finishes or isolated cleanliness issues.

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Yvonne

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean comfortable and quiet! Kind staff, great bed, hot and huge shower:)

10

Elizabeth

31 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was excellent. Clean, beautiful hotel.

10

Jessica

23 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, friendly staff and comfortable, clean rooms.

10

Melanie

26 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a wonderful stay at the Kabuki Hotel. The staff was very nice and the hotel was very clean.

10

Margaret

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean rooms, friendly staff & nice lobby with 24-hour free coffee station. Area around hotel is under construction but street parking was easy. Hotel also has small parking lot but was full. Very central location - would stay here again!

10

Sandra

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Location was great and the hotel was clean and comfortable

10

Esther

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

I stayed here for a whole week and it was absolutely wonderful. It was super clean, safe, easy underground parking, and the complimentary water (flat and sparking) and coffee was an added delight. The bar is super cute with great cocktails and wine option. I’ll be back again when I’m in town for work.

10

Jacob

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was extremely kind and attentive during our stay. The room was clean and comfortable. I would recommend this hotel to others!

6

Izamar

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really wanted to love the property the only thing is our room was bad. It was so old and it did not feel clean at all. Besides the bed actually being clean you can just see that the walls were chipping, the carpet felt gross. It was not what I was expecting. Other than that the lobby was beautiful and the staff was amazing.

10

Danny

28 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very clean and the staff was very friendly. The amenities at the hotel were great including a nice coffee/tea station. The location worked perfect for us and is very walkable. Would not hesitate to stay here again the next time we are in San Francisco.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable with Japanese inspired decor and some great views, but experiences vary. Recurring comments cite street or hallway noise, open plan bathrooms with limited privacy and lighting, dated or small rooms in places, and occasional A/C issues or firm mattresses.

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Wayne

26 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Have stayed enough times to warn any visitors that the the rooms on the Laguna street side are very loud. I bring my own noise machine and ear plugs, so I'm prepared, but nearly every night there is either an industrial scale trash pick up (5:30am), power washing of sidewalks (5am), delivery of a piece of machinery or dumpster (3am). Staff is really great, location excellent, hotel design is a bit dated to early 10s.

8

Ranna

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Incredible location, great views, and good food options within walking distance. The hotel room was clean. The only downside to our stay was that the bed was very uncomfortable/rock solid. Other than that great place!

4

Tien

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was fine with the property, right in the heart of Japan town, close to all the shopping and food. However when our family went to bed at night and turn on the AC, the AC never worked, instead it was blowing out hot air. We figured we turned it on maybe it’s old it take some time to kick in. We woke up because it was getting so hot, but by that time it was 1am. My wife and I tried and thought we did something wrong, but we turned it on correctly. We had to open up the window all night in order to sleep. I went down stair in the morning, and the worker mentioned that the hotel has central air and that you didn’t need to turn on the AC, I’m like really, if you knew this wouldn’t it be nice to let the guests know, instead of letting us struggle in the middle of the night. And they told me I should have called them, I’m like it’s 1:30am, my kids asleep I am not in the mood to talk anyone we’re tired. I am not happy with the way they handle this. This was a negative experience for our family.

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Bryan

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Visited San Francisco for a weekend at Hotel Kabuki in Japantown. Lobby and bar looked modern and inviting. Hallways and elevators felt dated, dim, and worn. Room layout odd, poorly lit, and nearly half empty. Third-floor room faced garden but noise was an issue. Bathroom spacious, clean, good water pressure but disappointingly had curtains instead of Japanese-style doors and lacked a bidet. Check room details carefully before booking.

10

Nona

26 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really beautiful view from our room of the whole city! The service was great, check in was quick and easy. My husband and I also really enjoyed the decor and art that was on our door and in our room. Will definitely be back to stay here!

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ROBERT

19 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

My room at the Kabuki was in the second building. Room was large but long, with not much in it. The heater was loud, extremely loud, and it was freezing when we first entered room, had to leave it on. We paid $370 for the room. That was the non-refundable rate. Expected much more for that price. Not a good value at all.

10

Carol

12 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent stay, loved the eclectic style of hotel. Only improvement could’ve been a little better lighting in the bathrooms, around the mirrors

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Renee

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bathroom is open, shower has a glass door which has no privacy. There's no night light and I had to put a towel over the light to keep it dimmed at night. The light from the bathroom is right over the head of the beds and if you use it at different times, there's no way you can sleep. The smell of the bathroom emits the entire room. The pictures on the website certainly misrepresent the actual rooms. Service and people are great there. It's close to restaurants and there are places to hangout.

6

Susan

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenience is great. Air conditioning in rooms doesn’t work. You have to open to sliding glass doors to get any kind of cooling. The beds are old and super uncomfortable.

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Michael

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The lobby is very beautiful and you're right in the heart of Japantown. However, the rooms felt a bit low budget. Ours had paint chips on the ceiling. The bathroom decor was very sparse. While the toilet had a proper door, the rest of the bathroom was only closed off by a very short curtain. Also, the patios are very small - they are wide but likely only 12 inches deep, so just don't expect to hang out or have a seat out there.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with standout assistance at check in and with special requests. Some guests reported billing or fee transparency issues and a few negative staff interactions.

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anni

22 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We have always loved staying at Hotel Kabuki for its cleanliness and central location, but our most recent visit truly set a new bar. The service is absolutely off the charts. After checking out, I realized I had left my iPhone in the room. The manager, Brooke, immediately jumped into action, not only locating the phone but personally arranging to overnight it to me. I am beyond impressed by her initiative and care. Hotel Kabuki is officially our go-to every time we visit San Francisco!

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Sandy p

16 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very disappointing- I booked through Expedia and the price I expected- they charged me a destination fee- which I am also fine with. When we checked out we decided to get a t-shirt for my youngest and they said they would just put the shirt on our room which was also fine. Later that day I received an invoice that charged me an additional fee for the t-shirt (expected) an upgrade which we didn’t ask for nor receive and another charge for the destination fee. After calling Hotel Kabuki the guy repeatedly told me it was for the coffee and water (neither of which I got). I tried to explain that I was charged twice for the destination fee and he seemed to not care. This was a hassle and seemed very deceptive.

10

Avery

5 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived after a 15 hour international flight. They allowed us to check in early for a small fee and provided a room upgrade. The hotel has a great lobby with good places to hang out.

10

Shany

25 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Exceptional bartender with focus on service. She must be a valued team member!

6

Keiko

13 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The receptionist who checked me in was rather rude. The room I booked was a room with 1 queen bed and bathtub. But the room he assigned was with shower instead of bathtub. I requested the change of the room. He re-assigned me the room that is at the end of a long hall way right by a huge air-condition/heater unit that makes loud exhaust noise. It has two double beds with bathtub. I didn't think I could sleep with that loud noise so that I talked him again. He insisted that the only room available with bath tub. After talking to my daughter whom I was visiting in San Francisco, she came over to the hotel and asked for an explanation why I didn't get the room I had booked for. He who checked me in was unpleasant all the time and finally he called for a manager. The manager gave me a room with a shower for the 11th and promised me that he will move me to a room with bath for the 12th. I made a change of room 4 times in 2 days! Manager compensated me with free breakfasts and cocktail tickets. I understand that it's possible that something will go wrong when I travel and I am a reasonable person and I will understand and accept the explanation if it's done pleasantly and reasonable way.

10

Ryan

8 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff and a fun vibe.

10

Bryce

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Shout out to Kat, who did a phenomenal job welcoming us into the hotel late at night and making sure we could find food, even when most everything was closed. The property itself was also very cute, and near some great shopping and food.

10

Jacob

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was extremely kind and attentive during our stay. The room was clean and comfortable. I would recommend this hotel to others!

6

Pengmin

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We checked in very late around 23:30pm for one night stay. The front desk staff was very nice and gave us some suggestions when I asked him where we could go after checkout next day since our flight was at 9pm. Overall the stay was good and no complaint. Next day we left our luggage(two backpacks, one plastic bag with some snacks and one carry-on) at the front desk when we checked out at 11am. After we returned and picked up our stuffs about 3 hrs later and I gave one dollar tip to the bellhop(hispanic), then he humiliated me for the dollar tip I gave to him. He was waving one dollar in the air and laughed at me. I didn't confront him bc he was doing it behind my back. But my husband saw it all. My husband told me after we left the hotel and I was very very angry but thinking he's also an immigrate and I forgave him later. However, I have to write my experience here and let the Hotel know they need to educate and train their staff again on how to treat and respect customers.

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Randy

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel charged us for something we did not purchase on the 24th of December. Staff promised to reverse it in a day or to. Today is 12/28 and have not been taken care of. Very disappointing

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Location

In the heart of Japantown, the location is walkable and convenient for dining, shopping, and the Fillmore, and many prefer it to downtown. Some report street noise, and parking in the area can be competitive.

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Xin

21 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is good.

8

Michael

12 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderfully convenient if you want to be near Japantown in SF, hotel is connected to the Japantown mall for convenient access . Nicely maintained gym. Spacious shower and a closed off toilet . Accessible patio slide doors to let the cool Bay Area breeze into your room . Beds weren’t too bad to sleep in and the pillow variety was nice . Like any big city , parking can be a headache , we had to use the Japantown public parking garage to park our vehicle for the two nights we stayed there , $30 for a full day . On the plus side , the parking garage, like the mall, is all connected with the hotel , so a quick elevator ride can get you back to your hotel room .

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Rachelle A

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the location of the hotel.

10

Nicole

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We love staying at the Hotel Kabuki when we see a show at the Filmore. Its easily walkable and lots of great dining nearby. The beds are comfortable. Great bar and gardens outside.

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kari

11 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is popular. The lobby was crowded & loud when we checked in at 5pm. The reception person asked us if we wanted a quiet room and, to our surprise, gave us a very quiet room on the 2nd floor. The room decor was Japanese- inspired, trendy and attractive. They gave us 2 bottles of water on arrival & departure. Parking is extremely limited: both at the hotel & at the Japantown lots! We had to park at a lot near the Fillmore Theater & walk 10 min to the hotel. Next time we’ll try public transport instead. Lots of Japanese restaurants & shopping in the area. We’d definitely return- but not with a car.

8

John

27 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great Japan town location! Cleaner than many other San Francisco tourist areas

10

Ryan

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel in Japantown and excellent staff

10

Edward

2 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Japantown is lively and well located

8

Nancy

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

It was conveniently located for shopping, restaurants and our friends.

8

Simon

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Nice and central location if you want to explore a bunch of the city.

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Dining

The on site bar and cocktails are popular, and many enjoy the breakfast buffet; Nari next door earns strong praise. Downsides include limited on site dining hours and prices that feel high for breakfast or some options.

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Hope

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The lobby and gardens are very hip and stylish but the rooms are dated. Toughest part was that there is not food available in the hotel. You can go to the Thai restaurant next door or do a breakfast buffet but nothing available in the hotel.

10

Marc

6 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff. The parking garage was safe and convenient. Breakfast was tasty! Room and hotel decor was fun and unique

8

John

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel could use some dining options other than only evening

10

Jessa

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was quiet and had an interesting and lovely aesthetic. The bed was comfortable, and the temperature was nice and cool. The service was good, and the breakfast staff was very attentive. The breakfast buffet had a great spread, and I took advantage of the tea and coffee in the lobby. The bathroom doors situation is weird and I’d appreciate if stepping out of the shower didn’t feel so exposed, especially where there are other hotel rooms within view of the curtains in the main area are open. The gym was awesome. Overall a great stay

10

Jean

1 Apr 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall the hotel was nice and the decorations were cool. A little expensive for the breakfast buffet. The bar area was fun and happening. However, I didn’t like how I was charged all these fees at the end of my stay. Ended up adding $250.

10

Morag

29 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great cocktails

10

Catharine

14 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Love this place!! It’s unique, in a great location and very comfortable. The staff is lovely and the breakfast is delicious!

10

Jennifer

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed over night at Hotel Kabuki because it was within walking distance of The Fillmore. I am so glad I did! Very cool hotel, clean, great service. We had a great view of The City. Decor was especially cool, as they had lots of old albums on the wall. The best part was the Michelin Star Nari Restaurant. My hubby and I had an amaaaaaaazing meal. We will be back for sure!

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Angela

2 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our staycation on New Year's Eve in a loft suite which is enormous. Property is in the Japantown complex so lots of good ramen/sushi options. Hotel bar was convenient but expensive. Appreciated the free water and coffee station in the lobby.

10

Christine

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My husband and I live in San Francisco, but sometimes we like to do a 24-hour hotel getaway for privacy from our beloved teenagers! The Hotel Kabuki has outstanding style (love the lobby decor!) a sweet little bar, a surprisingly tasty breakfast and an outstanding location next to Japan Center.

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Month	Average price
January	US$339
February	US$387
March	US$360
April	US$290
May	US$292
June	US$376
July	US$208
August	US$295
September	US$359
October	US$419
November	US$326
December	US$215

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $443	18 $318	19 $330
20 $244	21 $336	22 $418	23 $441	24 $441	25 $388	26 $641
27 $307	28 $375	29 $446	30 $427

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $442	2 $393	3 $455
4 $300	5 $366	6 $502	7 $508	8 $459	9 $395	10 $485
11 $300	12 $440	13 $492	14 $473	15 $393	16 $294	17 $389
18 $254	19 $333	20	21	22 $362	23 $364	24 $286
25 $278	26 $575	27 $1,224	28 $1,132	29 $364	30 $313	31 $280

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

Room, 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Suite (Consulate)

Guest reviews

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