Hotel Kabuki, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
Hotel Overview
Good place
Good location and place to stay. Had issues with water leakage from my room's roof. Don't know if...
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ttfy
- 22 May 2012
Quiet, friendly hotel in Japan district
The staff were friendly at all times and responded quickly to all questions. Room was clean and I...
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Knyus
- 16 May 2012
Centrally located in San Francisco's Japan town at the base of prestigious Pacific Heights, the Hotel Kabuki San Francisco Offers a unique blend of Eastern and Western styles surrounded by all the charm and excitement of the city.
The hotel anchors the east end of the landmark Japan Center, a fascination three-square block shopping, dinning and entertainment complex in the heart of the city. It is just minutes from the Financial District, as well as many of the city's leading attractions and cultural offerings including Chinatown, Nob Hill, Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, the Performing Arts Center, and Golden Gate Park. It is 13 miles from San Francisco International Airport.
The Hotel Kabuki San Francisco opened in 1968 and was completely renovated in 2007. The exterior of the hotel's 16 story tower and five-story garden Wing echo the artistry of traditional Japanese architecture while Japanese gardens and a Koi (fish) pond add to the overall aesthetic experience. Interior furnishing seamlessly blend Japanese and California styles and are complemented by the hotel's $6 million Japanese art collection.
The Hotel Kabuki features 205 richly appointed guestrooms plus 13 specialty suites. The combination of elegant furnishings and diffused natural lighting through shoji (rice paper) screens contributes to a serene ambience. Guests may choose from Western or traditional Japanese accommodations. Sumptuous bathrooms feature deluxe bath amenities and offer a choice between a Western-style tub/shower combination and a furo (deep-tub Japanese bath for soaking and relaxing).. In 2001, renovation of the bathrooms commenced. This three-year, five million-dollar projects include new tubs, granite counter tops, and marble floors. Regardless of room category, Hotel Kabuki guests enjoy luxury hotel services and amenities. The hotel has a self-service business center and an on site fitness center. Convenient and affordable indoor parking, with direct access to the hotel, is available in the Japan Center Garage beneath the hotel. Valet parking also is available.
Like the hotel itself, the Hotel Kabuki surroundings are an electric blend of East and West. The adjacent Japan Center-with its antique and craft shops, boutiques, book store, art galleries, Asian Restaurants, sushi bars, and eight-theater movie complex, and a day spa that provides traditional Japanese massage and baths as well as an extensive menu of other Asian and European treatments-offers endless opportunities for leisurely exploration and discovery. Just two-and a half blocks from the hotel, Fillmore Street leads up to Pacific Heights, one of San Francisco's most charming neighborhoods. Fashionable boutiques, nightspots and fine dining restaurants are pleasant stop along the way.
The Hotel Kabuki is 100% non smoking property. Room service is available for breakfast every day and dinner (Wedneday - Sunday).
Hotel Kabuki, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Rooms
- Renovated Standard Room - 1 king bed
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. these guestrooms offer one king bed and all of the standard amenities. 175 sq.ft ¡V 210 sq.ft EComplimentary wireless high speed internet E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
- Tower Room-Free High Speed Internet
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. these guestrooms are more generous in size and offer one king bed and a chaise for relaxing as well as a table for in room dining and sliding glass doors to a wrap around balcony. These rooms also offer traditional Japanese soaking tub. 250 sq.ft EComplimentary wireless high speed internet E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
- Club Room-Free High Speed Internet - 1 king bed
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. these guestrooms offer one king bed, a bathtub with whirlpool jets and are located on the club level of the hotel. 250 sq.ft E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
- Renovated City View Room - 2 double bed
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. These guestrooms offer two double beds and are located on floors eleven through sixteen thereby showcasing views of the city and hills of San Francisco from the sliding glass door to the balcony. These rooms also offer traditional Japanese soaking tub. E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
- Renovated City View Room - 1 king bed
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. These guestrooms offer one king bed and are located on floors eleven through sixteen thereby showcasing views of the city and hills of San Francisco from the sliding glass door to the balcony. These rooms also offer traditional Japanese soaking tub. E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
- Renovated Standard Room - 2 double bed
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. these guestrooms offer two double beds and all of the standard amenities. 175 sq.ft ¡V 210 sq.ft EComplimentary wireless high speed internet E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
- Renovated Corner Room - 1 king bed
- The guestrooms at Hotel Kabuki are newly renovated in a refined and serene style in 2007. these guestrooms are more generous in size and offer one king bed and a chaise for relaxing as well as a table for in room dining and sliding glass doors to a wrap around balcony. These rooms also offer traditional Japanese soaking tub. 250 sq.ft EComplimentary wireless high speed internet E26 inch Flat LCD TV EiPod Docking Station EWorking Desk with Ergonomic Chair EFree Wireless high-speed Internet
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Francisco, CA
- Nearby airports
- San Francisco-SFO Oakland-OAK San Jose-SJC
- Area description
- Centrally located at the base of San Francisco's upscale Pacific Heights neighborhood, the Hotel Kabuki San Francisco is convenient to all the major San Francisco attractions and commercial areas, including Fisherman's Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, Civic Center, Moscone Convention Center and much more. Just steps away from the Hotel Kabuki San Francisco are an array of unique shops, movie theaters and restaurants in Japan town and along Fillmore St.
Amenities
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Health Club
- High Speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Smoke-free policy
- Wireless Internet
Dining
- O Izakaya Lounge
- A modern American twist on the popular Japanese izakaya houses (drinking establishments that also serve food shared by everyone at a table), O Izakaya Lounge will feature small plates of Japanese cuisine in a convivial, sports-themed atmosphere. The restaurant also feature over original Sake base cocktails. There are three sake flights for beginners to try and over 20 sake selection to satisfy sake lovers. The restaurant and bar open to guests and the public for breakfast, cocktails and dinner. Restaurant is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by ebookers
Guest Reviews (192)
Ratings and reviews for Hotel Kabuki, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
- All travelers (192) 4 / 5
- Business (31) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (79) 3.9 / 5
- Families (43) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (16) 3.9 / 5
- Singles (11) 4.1 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (2) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.8
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.4
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Erin2012
Great experience
Arrived early and allowed to check in around 2pm. Great location. Rooms and hotel with beautiful decor. The only downside is expensive parking in the underground Japan center garage, however, this is SF.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
ttfy
Good place
Good location and place to stay. Had issues with water leakage from my room's roof. Don't know if this place is already getting too old.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Knyus
Quiet, friendly hotel in Japan district
The staff were friendly at all times and responded quickly to all questions. Room was clean and I love the bath shower arrangement. It seems a bit off the beaten track, but it is surprisingly close to downtown and great for going west and not having to fight with downtown traffic.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
m. william
A fun,relaxed week in San Francisco!!
The Hotel Kabuki is a nice hotel in the middle of Japantown and is a very relaxinq and tranquil environment. The Hotel has a courtyard in the middle with a classic Japanese garden and many of the rooms provide a terrific view of the garden. One is in the middle of the city and yet one may imagine you've traveled even further. The surrounding mall in Japantown has many beautiful shops and restaurants and it is an amazing experience to expose your self to the Japanese culture. But you are also only 3 or 4 blocks from Fillmore street which has many cool boutiques and restaurants that are not Japanese. So one can enjoy all of San francisco from this location. One can also take a short cab ride to Union Square and do some heavy duty shopping--if that is more your cup of tea. I would definitely stay there again!!!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
I found this cool rotisserie chicken place called --Roostertail-- it is located at 1963 Sutter st. 415 776 6783. It is very good chicken--not expensive---with terrific side dishes and a very clean,sophisticated,modern decor.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
WhatHuhWhy
Trip for Wedding
The front desk staff were absolutely fantastic. They were very helpful and personable. The room was very comfortable. Stayed for 4 days. The room was very clean and roomy. The surrounding area was relatively quiet, and I could walk to almost anything i wanted. And/or a cab ride was like 8-10 bucks from everywhere. The only drawback was the rooms were pretty thin-walled to the other rooms. Luckily, it was quiet when we were there.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Dudley Doright
Solid Hotel Value
As a chain hotel, the Kabuki manages to maintain a friendly, family character - I've been staying there for about 7 years and the same faces are there to greet you.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
The Grove on Fillmore has great breakfast choices.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
mocosita
quick trip
I have to stay only few days (arrived Fiday at 3.30 am, left Sunday at 8.45 pm) I enjoyed the comfort of the room very little, but it was a very special experience. Decoration and warmness in the room were appreciated, specialy because the weather was cooler than I expected. Nerby there are a lot of places to eat delicious, and to make some shoping or windowshoping and lots of places to entertein yourself. The hotel is located en the heart or Japan Town, and for me the architecture and the culture Of Japan it is very atracttive and interesting. If I ever return, i wish to have time to know everything about it.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
One can choose from many, many diferent kind of cuisinne right in the east mall, and in front of the Hotel, a little bit down in Post st, there is a Chinese restaurant, its food is delicious and fresh and so busy you have to wait for a table. In the back of the Hotel, (Geary St) you can take a bus and be at Union Square in 10 minutes, there you will find all kind of fine stores and then you are near to Chinatown, you would not want to miss it. I had the opportunity to visit It and was unexpected to see this chinese festival, with this beautiful costumes and a big radiant dragon, quite an experience!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JPIII
First 2012 Trip
Comfortable room, quite with standard ammenities. Hotel location makes it a great value when visiting SF.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Alan B.
Great vacation or business location
Good central location - walking distance to good restaurants. Great value.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Daring
Great
Very quaint hotel in the middle of Japan town. There are plenty of restaurants in the area. We did have one noisy neighbor early in the night, but they quieted down at 10pm.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Happy Hour at Izakaya Lounge is great
- * includes taxes
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