The Argonaut Hotel, San Francisco

General Information

The Argonaut Hotel in San Francisco is a luxury boutique Kimpton Hotel in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf. Located in San Francisco’s most popular destination, the historic waterfront hotel - named for the Gold Rushers who sought their fortune here - offers guests an inviting atmosphere, personal services and amenities, and the experience of a luxury San Francisco boutique hotel. In a unique partnership with the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, the Argonaut Hotel makes its home in the historic Haslett Warehouse at The Cannery and overlooks San Francisco Bay and this national park, including its fleet of historic ships.

Rooms & Accommodation

Many of the 252 spacious guestrooms feature unobstructed breathtaking views of Fisherman’s Wharf, the San Francisco Bay and the city skyline. Housed in the historic Haslett Warehouse by Fisherman’s Wharf, some of the guestrooms include original exposed brick walls, large timbers or warehouse steel doors - all original to this historic 1907 San Francisco building. Rich design details celebrate the nautical history of the city’s waterfront. Whitewashed furniture and captain’s style desk chairs mix with golden yellows, deep dark blues and red accents throughout to create sophisticated, luxurious San Francisco accommodation. Room amenities include:

• Complimentary high speed Internet access available in all guestrooms
• Coffeemakers with complimentary Starbucks coffee
• Sony WEGA flat screen TVs
• Sony Stereos and CD/DVD players
• Television Internet access (WebTV), on-demand movies and Super Nintendo on all televisions
• Workstation with desk and chair
• "Mind. Body. Spa." features in-room spa services, the Yoga channel on every TV and complimentary yoga accessories to use during your stay
• L’Occitane bath amenities
• "Forgot It? We’ve Got It!" essential travel items
• Gourmet treats in fully-stocked in-room honor bars
• Private voicemail
• Portable two-line telephones with data ports
• Safety deposit boxes (designed to hold laptop computers)
• Complimentary weekday newspaper on every floor
• Amenities of home including iron and ironing board, hairdryer, terrycloth bathrobes

Activities

• Hosted daily evening wine hour in the living room
• Fitness center on the second floor includes cardio and strength equipment
• In-Room Spa Services - Imagine the absolute luxury of having a full-service day spa in the calm and comfort of your Kimpton Hotel room.

What to do

• SF Maritime National Historical Park’s Visitors Center and Interactive Museum.
• Hyde Street Pier includes a fleet of national historic landmark ships - including the square-rigger Balclutha, the schooner C.A. Thayer, a tug Hercules and the steamboat Eureka.
• Ghirardelli Square, The Cannery and Pier 39.
• Walking paths and running trails lead through Fort Mason, straight to the Golden Gate Bridge and beyond.
• Nearby cable cars to Union Square as well as the cafes and nightlife of North Beach are a short walk from the hotel.
• The Cannery, an upscale shopping area filled with unique stores, restaurants and entertainment

For Children

• Each child is greeted with a special KimptonKids welcome gift
• A list of kid-friendly activities in the area includes parks, restaurants and enriching classes

Dining

• Located adjacent to the Argonaut Hotel on Fisherman’s Wharf, the Blue Mermaid Chowder House & Bar is a classic San Francisco seafood restaurant serving casual fare and a large helping of Gold Rush Era ambiance.