The Monte Cristo

Adults-only bed & breakfast in San Francisco with free breakfast

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Deluxe Cal King | Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing - The Monte Cristo (San Francisco)

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Monte Cristo Bed and Breakfast in central San Francisco offers a welcoming base for city exploration. Enjoy free breakfast with local cuisine, in-room WiFi, lobby coffee, express check-out, and a staff that ensures a comfortable stay.

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Housekeeping
Free WiFi
Business services

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Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Nov 3 - Nov 4

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2 beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, soundproofing

Deluxe Cal King

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2016

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

130 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Deluxe Lyon - Street Level Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2016

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

140 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Petite Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2016

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

120 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2016

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

200 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Tiny Double - Street Level Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Heating

Flat-screen TV

Renovated in 2016

Portable fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

90 sq ft
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

600 Presidio Avenue, San Francisco, CA, 94115

What's nearby

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Palace of Fine Arts - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
Walt Disney Family Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
California Academy of Sciences - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
Alcatraz Island - 28 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

California St & Polk St Stop - 3 min drive
San Francisco Station - 7 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
‪Super Duper Burgers - ‬5 min walk
‪Opa Cafe - ‬9 min walk
‪Sunstream Coffee - ‬8 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Monte Cristo

Bed & breakfast remodeled in 2016 and located near Palace of Fine Arts

Located close to Full House House and Lyon Street Steps, The Monte Cristo provides free breakfast (local cuisine). Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Other perks include:

A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
Concierge services, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
A computer station and a TV in the lobby
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and portable fans
Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
42-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
Cable channels and daily housekeeping

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Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Business services
Housekeeping

$201 nightly

Dec 1 - Dec 2

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

Offsite parking within 0.4 miles (USD 80 per day), from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Street parking available
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

TV in common areas

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Computer station

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

1 building
2 floors
Built in 1875
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Renovated entire property - 2016
Smoking not allowed
Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Toilet with electronic bidet
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Hulu
Netflix
Streaming services

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Eco-friendly toiletries
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Portable fan
Recycling
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 75

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests arriving after 7 PM should contact the property via email to receive key codes and arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: USD 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Offsite parking fee: USD 80 per day (0.4 mi away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
Early check-in fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Monte Cristo Inn

Monte Cristo Inn San Francisco

Monte Cristo San Francisco

Monte Cristo Inn

Monte Cristo B B

Monte Cristo Bed Breakfast

The Monte Cristo San Francisco

The Monte Cristo Bed & breakfast

The Monte Cristo Bed & breakfast San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monte Cristo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Monte Cristo?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Monte Cristo on Nov 25, 2025 start from $251.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Monte Cristo?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 75 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Monte Cristo?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Monte Cristo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 75 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Monte Cristo located?

Located in Western Addition, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Full House House and Lyon Street Steps. Palace of Fine Arts and Walt Disney Family Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Monte Cristo Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

John

Sep 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Breakfast was great. Staff were wonderful.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Sep 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Fantastic breakfast!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

May 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Amazing B&B, love the decor, feels so comfort and the front desk host was so pleasant.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raffaella

Jan 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Jun 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We enjoyed our stay - all the staff were very friendly and attentive. The food was excellent. Breakfast was served right on time and quite a variety of food was available 24 hours. A very comfortable historic feel!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Nov 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A lovely place to stay.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Aug 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Love the vintage decor and style of the historic building. The made-to-order breakfast was phenomenal and tasty! They always had tea, coffee, and great snack options available at all hours. Not too many things to do in a walkable distance but we found it easy to walk to the Target nearby and a neighborhood bar.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Jun 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Just beware there’s a few homeless people around the area

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Jul 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I was 5 hours earlier then check and they were happy to find me a room. Old - but nice. Great value

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Jul 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My 2 night stay was very easy and convenient. The room was comfortable, the bathroom was updated and breakfast had something for everyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Sep 29, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This is the Bed and Breakfast that all other B&B aspire to emulate.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Sep 6, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I LOVE THIS PLACE!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Mar 24, 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bed and Breakfast

Jack at check-in was very friendly and accommodating. Good and service for breakfast was great. Would definitely stay here on our next trip to see family.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Oct 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do it again!

Great stay. Just be warned that there is no air conditioning. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

May 31, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Room comfort

Even though the room was the tiny room it was cute but the bed was on the hard side so it made it a lil hard to get a good night sleep, other than that I recommend this bed and breakfast, I’ve stayed in other rooms.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Nov 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Charming Victorian decor. Good mattress. Nice full breakfast. Coffee, tea and snacks were out for guests to enjoy 24/7.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

MITCHELL

Aug 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property itself was charming and warm as was the staff. The continental breakfast was excellent and plentiful as was the availability of snacks throughout the day. The rooms were tastefully decorated and the private bathrooms had the most up to date amenities. I will definitely return to this establishment!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Oct 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Quaint Victorian style bed and breakfast. We loved the fresh breakfast everyday and baked goods available in the dining area. Very quiet. Room and bed were very comfortable. Shower and bathroom were spacious and had a bidet which was amazing! Love a warm toilet seat! Free parking up the block. We were able to walk several places however, we had a rental as well to get us around for site seeing. Lovely city. We will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 25, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved everything about it! Executing my expectations!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Oct 22, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was our second time staying here. All employees are so nice and helpful! Rooms are unique and clean. Bathrooms are modern and toiletries provided. The breakfast is delicious; you can order the day before and indicate time. Lots of choices! Snacks and drinks are available all day. They include fresh baked cookies, trail mix, nuts, water, coffee, tea and more. I highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

May 16, 2024

Our first night at the Monte Cristo was just awful: we were in an upstairs, back-side room on a warm evening. No ventilation to speak of, and no AC, meant that at 11pm, when it had cooled to 75-degrees outside, our room was 82-degrees. It finally dropped below 76-degrees around 4am. The second night was like night and day: we were moved to a street-side room, airy and well-ventilated, and spent a terrific day and evening there. The breakfast and staff were lovely throughout the visit. I’d recommend the Monte Cristo to anyone wanting to stay in the Richmond District, with the proviso that on a warm night, you ensure a cooler room.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Art

Oct 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I found my new favorite place to stay in SF.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Sep 28, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A wonderful gem tucked into a vibrant community. We stayed for a night to enjoy the city after work. We had a terrific pizza with an eggplant appetizer at a place 6 blocks away. The snacks in the dining room were a delightful treat. We enjoyed reading in the study. The bed was very comfortable. This place is a must stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George

Sep 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

From the moment we arrived, we were greeted and treated as family. Made-to-order breakfasts were delicious. Treats were available in the dining room 24/7 and were wonderful. We were disappointed that there was no brewed decaf available. On our third morning, the manager brought in a coffee maker to provide us with brewed decaf coffee. Our room was small, but well-appointed. We did have issues with the temperature. With no air conditioning, the room got quite stuffy. Opening the window helped, but since we were on the ground floor, we didn't feel comfortable leaving the window open as we slept with all the traffic right outside. All in all, it was an enjoyable stay, but over $1200 for four nights still feels excessive.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025