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Petite Auberge a Joie de Vivre Hotel

3.0 of 5
863 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Ranked #26 of 240 hotels in San Francisco
4.5 of 5 stars 403 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Nob hill(9)
  • Very friendly(7)
  • Wine reception(7)
  • Top floor(5)
  • Few blocks(5)
  • Other guest(5)
  • Light sleeper(4)
  • Street noise(4)
  • Fresh fruit(4)
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SSViaje
Fox Point, WI
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012
1
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This hotel is quaint, friendly and sweet. However it is showing it's age. Rooms are tiny & noise can be a problem, however our room (facing a brick wall) wasn't too bad. As much as I'd like to say I liked it, because the staff was so friendly, I probably won't be going back. Hubbie and I were disappointed to... More

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rayfor
Kenosha, Wisconsin
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15 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Nice neighborhood. Wine service in the evening and freshly made breakfast, changing everyday. Older building but well maintained and nicely appointed. Very french but modern enough. Quint elevator. More

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SWKA
Sydney, Australia
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45 reviews
20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

An excellent little boutique hotel, in some ways it is more like a bed and breakfast than a hotel. Definitely for those looking to get away from large charm-less chain hotels and who prefer something with character and quirks. The location was fantastic, five minutes away from the centre of SF but in a quiet street with convenience stores, cafes... More

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SeaLoon
Kingwood, Texas
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29 reviews
14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Great for a couple. Stayed here four nights for a SF tourist visit. Very nice breakfast with lots of choices. Pleasant and convivial wine & hors d'vours hour. Great location. Negatives: can be very noisy (street noise) as you have to open windows for coolness and with late arriving / early leaving guests. If you want something off the beaten... More

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mysterioustraveler
Seattle
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9 reviews
10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I'll start with what made this a great value for under $150 a night: Spacious room (on the quiet 5th floor), gracious staff, and comfy bed — plus the gas fireplace for taking the winter chill off. I'd recommend the Petite Auberge for a theater weekend or tourist visit to San Francisco. I made the mistake of booking it for... More

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melk100
portland
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11 reviews
8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

My sister and I recently spent 4 nights here. This is definitely a European style hotel; small rooms, older building, no heat in the hallways, tilting and somewhat creaky floors. All that being said, we loved our stay and the charm of the place which is why we chose it. Would definitely recommend a room with a fireplace if your... More

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EastwestUSA
California
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14 reviews
4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
1
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Just came back from a four night stay at this wonderful little hotel. Our room was a queen with a fireplace, and was very comfortable. Great bed, the fire was very welcomed as it was cold and rainy most of our stay. Breakfast buffet was very good, the only small drawback was that they had the same egg dish fhe... More

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MVSharkGirl
New York City, New York
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

This hotel reminded us so much of our favorite place in Paris! Darling decor, nice staff and we couldn't get enough of the cookies. The breakfast is a great perk too. Downsides are the room was a bit small, fine for a couple but would be tough for friends, and our bed was a little "wobbly" like it needed a... More

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TomerMic
Herzlia, Israel
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

We've stayed for 4 nights at the hotel. The good: The location is great - 5 minutes walk from union square. The staff was friendly and helpful The home-made food was yummi and the complimentary wine - a real treat! The rooms with the fireplace are very romantic. The bad: The room we were offered when we checked in was... More

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emeraldhillstraveler
Woodside, Ca
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14 reviews
36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I am a Joie De Vivre member so I looked for hotels in city as I was attending an event and needed a hotel just for one night. Staff was fantastic and helpful, check in was easy despite having to go to 2 doors down to White swan their sister hotel. I got the valet package which was so worth... More

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Address: 863 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108

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