San Francisco is a popular place to visit. It has something for everyone, but it is especially popular among gay people. Although the Castro is known as being "the gay neighborhood," much of the city is gay-friendly. If you're planning a trip to San Francisco, and want to stay at a hotel that is gay-owned or gay-friendly, you'll have many options, in several neighborhoods, from which to choose.
The Halcyon Hotel is a gay-owned and gay-friendly hotel that is located just three blocks from Union Square. The boutique hotel has 25 rooms that are clean, comfortable and affordable. In your room, you'll have a private bathroom (with claw-foot tub and shower), a kitchenette with a sink, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster and microwave, WiFi, free local calls, a safe and cable television. There is a coin-operated laundry facility located on-site. The hotel is within walking distance of many stores, restaurants, cable cars, buses, taxis, street cars and the BART.
Halcyon Hotel
649 Jones St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-929-8033
halcyonsf.com
The Donatello Hotel is a gay-friendly hotel that welcomes LGBTQI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and intersex) and straight people. The modern hotel is located in the theater district near Union Square. It is named after the famous artist, and the interior decorations are inspired by the artist as well. Hotel amenities include a fitness center, whirlpool, private saunas, a lounge and an on-site Italian restaurant, Zingari Ristorante. The 94 rooms are large and decorated with marble and Venetian glass. WiFi is complimentary. Laundry, concierge and babysitting services are available. The hotel is within walking distance of Union Square, cable cars, the BART and Chinatown.
Donatello Hotel
501 Post St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-441-7100
shellhospitality.com/hotels/donatello_hotel
24 Henry is a guest house located in San Francisco's Castro neighborhood. The hotel has gay owners and welcomes all LGBTQI people. Heterosexual people are also welcome to stay at 24 Henry. Your stay at 24 Henry includes free local phone calls, free WiFi and continental breakfast. Famous Castro Street is just three blocks away, and there is a MUNI station less than two blocks away. There are five uniquely decorated rooms, and all guests have access to the parlor. Rooms start at $85 per night, and discounts are available online. All of the rooms are non-smoking.
24 Henry
24 Henry St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
415-864-5686
24henry.com
