CHATEAU TIVOLI BED AND BREAKFAST, San Francisco – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Victorian Accommodations
Chateau Tivoli Bed and Breakfast occupies a restored 1880s Victorian mansion in San Francisco's Alamo Square Historic District. The property features 9 rooms with American Renaissance furnishings, Bradbury & Bradbury wallpaper, and antique claw-foot tubs. Room options include the Mark Twain Suite with a king-size canopy bed and private parlor, the Luisa Tetrazzini Suite with a queen-size carved oak bed, and economy suites in the basement with private sidewalk entrances. All rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi but no televisions.
Complimentary Dining Services
A daily three-course homemade breakfast is served from 8-10 AM in the dining room, with champagne available on weekends. Guests can take meals to their rooms. From 4-6 PM, a complimentary wine and cheese reception is held in the parlor. Self-serve tea is available throughout the day in the dining room. Afternoon tea service features loose-leaf teas, finger sandwiches, scones with jam and clotted cream, and house-made desserts.
Victorian Atmosphere Experience
The property maintains its Victorian character with hand-carved woodwork, crystal chandeliers, period wallpapers, and oriental carpets. Common areas include a stately double parlor and ornate dining room. Guests can tour the mansion to see original features like stained-glass windows and decorative fireplaces. The building has no elevator and requires stair access to all floors.
Alamo Square Location
Located at 1057 Steiner Street on the corner of Golden Gate Avenue, the B&B is a 3-minute walk from Alamo Square Park and the Painted Ladies Victorian homes. The Western Addition neighborhood includes Divisadero Street restaurants and shops (3 blocks), Fillmore Jazz District with Yoshi's Jazz Club (4 blocks), Japantown (6 blocks), and Hayes Valley or Pacific Heights (8 blocks). Public transportation provides access to downtown areas, with BART service from Powell Street Station connecting to the airport.
Family-Owned Hospitality Services
The Shohet family has operated the B&B since 1997, offering luggage storage and knowledgeable local recommendations. The property accommodates events for up to 60 guests, including weddings and holiday parties. Rollaway beds are available by advance request. The B&B is walk-up only with no elevator service. Check-in is at 3 PM, check-out at 11 AM.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Dryer
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Game room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Dryer
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
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