Hotel Boheme, San Francisco

Hotel Boheme - A boutique hotel in North Beach with Beat Generation charm and vibrant decor

Hotel Boheme immerses visitors in the bohemian romance of North Beach, a neighborhood known as the heart of the 1950s Beat movement. The 3-star hotel features 15 rooms, each with an en suite bathroom, blackout drapes, and laptop-friendly workspaces. Some rooms offer views of Columbus Avenue, while others provide quieter interiors. The hallways display Jerry Stoll’s black-and-white photographs of 1950s North Beach, and sherry is served in the lobby each afternoon. The hotel’s staff, many long-time residents, offer personalized service and a curated walking tour of the area. Nearby landmarks include Coit Tower, a half-mile walk, and Chinatown’s Grant Avenue, three blocks away. North Beach’s trattorias, cafés, and shops are steps from Hotel Boheme’s entrance.

Pros

The staff is knowledgeable and many have long-standing ties to the neighborhood.

The hotel’s decor and ambiance reflect the Beat Generation era with unique visual and literary motifs.

Free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces are available in all guestrooms.

Cons

Some rooms face Columbus Avenue, which may be noisy for light sleepers.

The walk-in showers in the en-suite bathrooms are small.