Name: Alpha Inn and Suites
Address: 2505 Lombard Street, Cow Hollow, San Francisco, California, United States of America, San Francisco, California, US
Price range: US$83–US$242 per night
Rating: 7.05

What guests think

At Alpha Inn and Suites, travelers highlight a convenient, walkable location with free parking and generally spacious rooms, alongside notable trade-offs such as no elevator, street and upstairs noise, and mixed cleanliness and service.

Many guests liked the budget value and felt safe in the area. Common complaints include missing in-room fridges or microwaves and ice machines, dated areas, and recurring bathroom issues like temperamental hot water or low pressure; the pool has been closed or poorly maintained. Expect a simple, no-frills stay focused on location and price.

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Facilities

Free onsite parking is appreciated but spaces are limited and tight. There is no elevator, many rooms lack a fridge or microwave and there are no ice machines, and the pool has been closed or poorly maintained.

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Jeremy

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unexpectedly good lodging.! Roomy and quiet. Parking lot was a little small and cramped. Dinged my car on a pole trying to get into a parking space. Liked the big room and couch.

6

Roxana

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The property was clean, but there is no fridge in the room, no elevator in the building so be prepared to go up 4 flights of stairs with luggage. Reception desk can’t give you any valid recommendations of things to do nearby. We had to ask repeatedly to be provided at least 2 washcloths for our room of 2 people. Last night we stayed there, the maid did not tidy up the room even if we left the sign for her to do that. Otherwise, the place was OK, no noise issues or cleaning concerns.

6

leticia

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was close to restaurants, the hotel itself was Falling apart, any time we left the room we needed a new key, even the gate to enter the building, no elevators, no fridge or microwave in my room( which was advertised). I had two rooms for 2 nights. Would not stay here again. The room was dirty and the beds were not clean.

8

George

23 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was tricky but you can’t really complain about free parking in San Francisco. Room was spacious and clean. Great deal for the price.

4

Sher

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It’s not inviting and a little sketchy. Also no fridge, no ice, no microwave,

8

Michael

18 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cute/small room. Clean, comfy-no problems. Parking is limited and tight!

10

ENRIQUE

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No refrigerator in room. No ice machines.

6

Scott

22 Jul 2023

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the property was ok for the price , severed our purpose - however the staff lied to me about parking , i was told i could park in front of there hotel office on the the street , that they owned those spaces . i got a 90 dollar ticket and the hotels answer was oh well ...the pool was also closed and appeared to have been closed and will remain close for some time . the area isn't the best , but not the worst -over all if it wasn't for them lying about the parking & costing me extra money and there complete unwillingness to make the mater right , i would of gave them a better review.

8

Ericsson

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Made the mistake of not reading the entire description about the hotel and missed a crucial detail - this hotel DOES NOT have an elevator. It may be a make or break for someone who does not like lugging their luggage up the stairs. Works fine for those looking to sneak a workout in. Other than that, the rooms are spacious and clean, there’s ample parking and free wi-fi. Staff is nice and courteous.

8

Richard

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very secure hotel, modern with updates, comfortable, basic, clean with free onsite parking. Good selection on TV, good internet.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is mixed: some guests found rooms clean and comfortable, while others reported moldy smells, stained bedding, ants, and generally worn conditions.

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leticia

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was close to restaurants, the hotel itself was Falling apart, any time we left the room we needed a new key, even the gate to enter the building, no elevators, no fridge or microwave in my room( which was advertised). I had two rooms for 2 nights. Would not stay here again. The room was dirty and the beds were not clean.

4

Domingos

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not clean Malfunction of bath tap

8

Ville

7 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Really quick check-in. Everything was clean and comfy!

8

Brian

21 Mar 2024

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No noise from neighbors. Easy check in and check out. Clean room. Shower had hot water, was easy to operate.

10

Yeng

3 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room are clean! Only problem is that it does not have an elevator. Otherwise, it was a great stay.

4

Andrew

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed SF but this place was miserable. Sheets and bed had stains and we were woken up by a mouse in our garbage can.

10

cecilia

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I felt safe here. The staff were very kind. It's an older place but clean and inexpensive for San Francisco. Thank you.

8

Michael

18 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cute/small room. Clean, comfy-no problems. Parking is limited and tight!

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Mayela

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled like mold, the blankets looked like they were from the 70's. I would not recommend staying here. The noise levels are high, you can hear every little thing around you.The guy at the front desk wasnt very nice.

4

Genaro

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This property should not be on expedia. It was dirty with ants in the shower

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Rooms

Many describe the rooms as spacious for the price, but decor and fittings feel dated and noise from Lombard Street or upstairs can carry. Bathroom fixtures can be temperamental (very hot water or low pressure), and some beds are uncomfortable; Wi-Fi is acceptable.

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Jeremy

26 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unexpectedly good lodging.! Roomy and quiet. Parking lot was a little small and cramped. Dinged my car on a pole trying to get into a parking space. Liked the big room and couch.

4

William

26 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Not great, also not terrible. Elements of the room were run down. The TV had barely any selection and was small. Bed was uncomfortable. Rust streaks ran down the wall in the bathroom. Toilet ran with a constant trickle. Room didn’t have any sort of noise reduction from upstairs guests. There are a variety of motels in the same area and I wonder if I would have had a better stay for a comparable price elsewhere. Shower provided good water temperature and pressure although the provided soap was chalky. Certainly a “you get what you pay for” location.

6

Rick

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was upgraded and looks nice but shower only delivered scorching hot water and some ants crawling on the fixtures in bathroom.couldn’t get heater to turn off(that part is probably my fault).shower doors wouldn’t stay shut because not level,but definitely a work in progress.just needs to be fine tuned a little.Staff was nice as always though and I do appreciate the roof over my head.

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Lolita

26 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No elevators. Shower water pressure was too slow.

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Tim

22 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Okay we toke 2 days more in a new munch bigger room, but the shower did not work only the bathtub, less noise from the street in this room compared with the other room Nice with the public transport nearby easy to go downtown but also nice shopping and restaurants aground

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Alicia

11 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We froze over night! No way to turn the heat on. Heater was placed above the closet which you could not reach! No thermostat to turn on. Water took forever to heat up, then didn't last long! So between being 59° or colder in the room and being freezing cold from a luke warm shower, we were miserable! Also, expect to not get any peaceful sleep! This motel is located directly on a very busy street with cars zipping by within 18 feet from your bed. Never again.

8

SADASHIVA

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not great for the price paid, lot of noise from floor above

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Rosa

9 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was beyond my expectations. It was very roomy, had a lot more space than I thought it was going to be. 24hr Walgreens across the street was very convenient. Staff was very friendly. The only downside is that there wasn’t an elevator so walking up and down the stairs with luggage wasn’t easy but other than that this place was fantastic!

8

Richard

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very secure hotel, modern with updates, comfortable, basic, clean with free onsite parking. Good selection on TV, good internet.

8

amanda

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Had a great stay here at this place for 4 nights, was most affordable for me, walkable, close to beautiful parks, the area felt totally safe to me walking around at night. Bathroom was nice and roomy. I would definitely stay here again for a budget option!

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Service

Service is mixed: many guests praised friendly, accommodating staff and quick fixes, but others reported rude or unprofessional interactions and a somewhat impersonal check-in behind a security window.

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10

Sharon

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

They went above and beyond for us. Extremely accommodating.

10

Bibiana

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent customer service! Friendly staff

8

Trina

3 Jun 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The front desk was very friendly and helpful. I chose this motel due to location and the complimentary parking. Had read the reviews and went in with an open mind to find myself very pleasantly surprised. Was very comfortable and felt safe. I would definitely stay here again.

10

Manuel

16 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Front desk were very kind and very helpful, maid services were also very friendly and helpful

10

Eddie

9 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Had an 8 hour drive going to the hotel and they let us check in 2 hours earlier than normal time. Bedding was clean and room wasn’t dirty. Although the walls are pretty thin and could hear the upstairs tenets walking around. Overall not bad for the pricing and the location is near a lot of places to eat and food marts.

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Sam

4 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

They treated me like human garbage when I showed up to check in at the wrong time. I made a mistake, but it was 6am and I was standing inte pouring rain with my luggage. They did not need to talk to me like that. Also, they did not accept my citibank master card? So it was a complete waist of time and humiliating.

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Tyler

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Horrible staff. Banged on my door in middle of night because they lost paperwork, fixed it then a few hours later when the new front desk agent came they banged again. Did not apologize.

10

Jai

26 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everyone is friendly

8

Murat

28 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel check in was strange. You are barely able to the person who checks you in. Bathroom was new and clean. Close to everywhere. Location is really good.

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Grace

31 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The young girl in the front is very rude. The rest of the staff is nice and willing to accommodate. However the Inn is not the best. You get what you paid for.

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Location

Location is convenient and walkable, near the Presidio, parks, restaurants and public transport, with many guests feeling safe. Being on busy Lombard Street, some street and nighttime noise is reported.

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kenny

26 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good price, convenient, easy to access attractive places, not to far from pier 39

8

Jesus

10 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great value. Great location.

10

Chad

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice room, reasonable price, very close to the Presidio.

8

Ma Catalina A

18 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Stayed for 5 days was good..area is safe , walking distance to the convenient store and restaurants.

6

Sandra

16 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Parking fills up quick. Close to everything. Can be noisy at night. For the price and location I will go back.

8

melissa

2 May 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The service was good. The location was even better.

10

Robert

22 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for exploring the SF

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Melanie

8 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I almost didn't want to book here becuase of the reviews. We had a one Queen bed on the 4th floor. The room was small ans cozy and looked really cleaned. Just be aware that there are no elevators and you'll have to carry all your luggage. The place is on a busy street ap do expect street noise. There's a bus stop that takes you near Fishermen's Warf, would recommend you purchase a day pass and use all their public transportation.

10

Vicki

10 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location nice big rooms. Safe and convenient to the area

8

amanda

16 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Had a great stay here at this place for 4 nights, was most affordable for me, walkable, close to beautiful parks, the area felt totally safe to me walking around at night. Bathroom was nice and roomy. I would definitely stay here again for a budget option!

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Month	Average price
January	US$103
February	US$103
March	US$91
April	US$76
May	US$87
June	US$121
July	US$98
August	US$126
September	US$107
October	US$113
November	US$76
December	US$75

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $189	18 $132	19 $117
20 $83	21 $84	22 $85	23 $84	24 $85	25 $119	26 $242
27 $108	28 $85	29 $85	30 $85

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $107	2 $132	3 $132
4 $107	5 $106	6 $107	7 $124	8 $108	9 $162	10 $135
11 $107	12 $108	13 $122	14 $124	15 $108	16 $107	17 $105
18 $106	19 $105	20 $125	21 $121	22 $110	23 $106	24 $110
25 $110	26 $100	27 $121	28 $122	29 $105	30 $105	31 $106

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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