InterContinental San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
888 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103, San Francisco, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
InterContinental San Francisco, an IHG Hotel is an upscale 4-star high-rise at 888 Howard St in the SOMA district, about a 5-minute walk from the Moscone Convention Center and roughly a 13-minute walk to Union Square. The hotel’s contemporary rooms are known for being spacious and quiet, with luxe bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, and minifridges; Wi‑Fi is available for a fee, while some upgraded room categories include club lounge access and free Wi‑Fi. Suites add extra living space, with select layouts offering terraces and panoramic city views. On-site amenities include an acclaimed fine-dining restaurant, a bar, a 24-hour fitness center, an indoor pool, and a high-end day spa. For meetings and events, the property has extensive facilities with 23 meeting rooms and 2 ballrooms. Its central location makes it convenient for cultural stops like SFMOMA (about 521 m) and the Asian Art Museum (about 1.0 km), as well as waterfront sights such as the Ferry Building (about 1.8 km) and Pier 39 (about 3.0 km).
Best for
This hotel is especially well-suited to conference and event travelers thanks to its short walk to Moscone Convention Center plus substantial on-site facilities (23 meeting rooms and 2 ballrooms). It also fits travelers who prioritize full-service comforts—restaurant and bar, indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and a day spa—along with roomy, modern accommodations near downtown attractions like Union Square and SFMOMA.
Travel tips
If you’re attending an event at Moscone Convention Center, the location is designed for walkable logistics; Union Square is also within an easy walk for shopping and transit connections. Plan for added costs that guests frequently mention in San Francisco—such as parking and breakfast—and note that standard-room Wi‑Fi is listed as a fee (some upgraded rooms include it). For sightseeing, you’re well positioned for SFMOMA (521 m) and Oracle Park (about 1.4 km), while Alcatraz Island (about 5.2 km) and the Golden Gate Bridge (about 7.7 km) will require a longer trip.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the spacious, contemporary rooms—especially the large bathrooms—along with comfortable beds, cleanliness, and quiet stay quality. Service stands out as a recurring strength, with multiple mentions of friendly, attentive staff and a strong concierge experience. Location is repeatedly viewed as convenient, particularly for SOMA and conference stays near Moscone, and many note good food and beverage options on-site. The most common downside in the excerpts is the perception of high pricing for add-ons such as water, breakfast, and parking, along with paid Wi‑Fi in some room types.
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