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Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel

3.0 of 5
444 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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14 reviews 14 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We had a reservation for a four-night stay, and we chose to stay here because it was walking distance to family we were visiting. I would have given this hotel 4-stars because for the price / location it was acceptable, but they did not correctly honor the reservation. We reserved a room with a king-size bed - when we arrived... More

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Los Angeles, CA
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Came up from LA for the weekend and decided to focus on the northern half of the city rather than our usual SoMa/Mission/Ferry Building loop. We usually bring our dog and stay in one of the Kimpton hotels, but were dog free this time and thought we'd try what we thought was the other boutique chain in the city, Joie... More

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KatieSpidell, General Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Dear Heathmitch, Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your stay. I am sorry that we failed to meet your expectations on this stay. We are currently upgrading our hallways and working with a designer on options for our guest rooms. Our first priority is making our guests feel comfortable and create a "home away from home"... More

London
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

The hotel is clean and the beds are comfortable. Our room had a basic kitchenette and the shower was great. The room did feel dated and whilst the press will say the hotel has been renovated, in reality it feels like a paint job only. Very friendly and knowledgeable receptionist, with complimentary hot and cold drinks for guests. The hotel... More

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Christopher H, Front Office Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear CatGreenski, Thank you for choosing the Laurel Inn, San Francisco for your hotel needs during your visit to our wonderful city, your business is most important to us. While I am glad to hear our hotel met your needs, I would like to apologize for not exceeding your expectations. We are currently underway with a renovation that will address... More

Olympia, Washington
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29 reviews 29 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Looks a bit shabby from the outside but just lovely on the inside. The rooms are very nice and spacious. The kitchenette is perfect and the bathrooms are very nice. Convenient location in a very nice neighborhood. The only downside is that the hotel was not near many restaurants for dinner. It seemed fine for breakfast and lunch but was... More

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Christopher H, Front Office Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear Allyson360, Thank you for choosing the Laurel Inn, San Francisco for your hotel needs, your business is most important to us. I'm glad to see that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you as a return guest in the future. If I may be of any service to you in the future, please do not hesitate... More

Newport Beach, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

Booked family weekend events a month in advance, not realizing we were competing with Bay to Breakers traffic! Got in Thurs & Fri nights, and staff was most helpful in accommodating our request to extend our stay for one more night when space opened up. Coffee bar/bar on the property is not only convenient, but delicious!

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Christopher H, Front Office Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear Ibweave, Thank you for choosing the Laurel Inn, San Francisco for your hotel needs, your business is most important to us. I am elated that our hotel and staff we able to meet your expectations and provide you the service you so deserve. We hope to have you as our guest in the near future and thank you for... More

Cambridge, Massachusetts
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We had a wedding in the Presidio over the weekend. The hotel was the perfect location for the wedding events. The room was clean and spacious, and the staff were very accommodating when we needed to make changes to our itinerary before the wedding. I was really impressed with the customer service over the phone and once we arrived. Our... More

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Christopher H, Front Office Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear JennaTS, Thank you for choosing the Laurel Inn, San Francisco for your hotel needs, your business is most important to us. I am so glad you enjoyed your hotel stay and that we were able to leave an impression on you. We hope to have you as our guest in the near future and thank you for taking the... More

San Francisco, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I am just coming to the end of a 23 day stay at the Laurel Inn whilst I have been working at USCF. The Hotel is ideally placed for the UCSF campus shuttle, Muni buses to most parts of the city and walking/running in the Presidio. The rooms are spacious and the front desk staff excellent in addressing every question... More

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Christopher H, Front Office Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear Jackie, Thank you for choosing the Laurel Inn, San Francisco for your hotel needs, your business is most important to us. I am so glad we were able to accommodate you during this tenure at UCSF. We look forward to your next stay, hopefully in the near future and thank you for taking the time to write a review... More

San Diego, California
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

The hotel is close to University of San Francisco, which helped us with our daughter's college search. It's a ways away from the central part of San Francisco though. Nice residential area, some shopping close by.

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Christopher H, Front Office Manager at Laurel Inn, a Joie de Vivre hotel, responded to this review
4 June 2013

Dear Lynne D., Thank you for choosing the Laurel Inn, San Francisco for your hotel needs, your business is most important to us. I am so glad we were able to accommodate you and your family during this important step in your daughter's life. I hope that you found UCSF and the surrounding city to your liking If I may... More

Colorado Springs, Colorado
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

I loved this hotel. My room had a gorgeous city view and very comfortable bed. I slept well, even though I usually don't sleep well in hotels. I'd read a review here at tripadvisor complaining about a doggy smell, and I was worried about that, but I detected no such smell anywhere in the hotel. I wish I could have... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We drove to San Francisco in response to a family emergency, and immediately chose the Laurel Inn, based on a previous stay because of its convenient location, lovely neighborhood, and easy street parking. From the moment we contacted the hotel until we returned home a week later, the staff were extremely friendly, helpful and accommodating. We extended our initial reservation... More

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Also Known As:
Laurel Inn, a Joie De Vivre Hotel Hotel San Francisco
Laurel Inn, a Joie De Vivre Hotel Hotel
Laurel Hotel San Francisco
Laurel Inn San Francisco
Laurel San Francisco
Address: 444 Presidio Ave, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Region: United States > California > San Francisco
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Kitchenette Restaurant Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#56 Business Hotels in San Francisco
#77 Family Hotels in San Francisco
Price range (per night): ₹13,255 - ₹25,069
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Like the charming neighborhood that surrounds it, the Laurel Inn is noted for its warm sense of hospitality. Built in 1963, this newly renovated hotel represents a contemporary take on Mid-Century style to create a sophisticated and comfortable interior drenched in rich colors, relaxed textures, and ingenious details. Each spacious guestroom is designed in the style of a studio apartment. ... more   less 
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