Foundry Coliving in San Francisco

🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States

Foundry Coliving

📍 550, Guerrero Street, San Francisco, 94110

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Your stay — Foundry Coliving

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The Property — Foundry Coliving

Foundry Coliving is a 3-star hotel with a laid-back, industrial-chic vibe, featuring exposed brick walls, metal beams, and reclaimed wood accents. The property is geared towards digital nomads and solo travellers, with a strong focus on community and collaboration. The open-plan lounge area and rooftop deck offer ample opportunities to connect with fellow guests. The hotel's unique selling point is its emphasis on co-living, with shared kitchen and lounge spaces, perfect for travellers who value social interaction and flexibility. As you step into the lobby, you'll feel the energy of a creative hub, with a mix of vintage and modern decor.

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Chronicles of San Francisco

San Francisco, founded in 1776 as a Spanish mission, has evolved into a hub of technological innovation and cultural diversity. The city's iconic Golden Gate Bridge, completed in 1937, is a testament to its engineering prowess, while the vibrant Mission District is a hotbed of Latin American culture and cuisine. San Francisco's rich history is evident in its architectural styles, ranging from the grand Victorians of Pacific Heights to the Art Deco glamour of the Palace of Fine Arts. The city's contemporary identity is shaped by its thriving tech industry, with companies like Twitter and Airbnb headquartered here. Today, San Francisco is a melting pot of creativity, inclusivity, and social activism.

Best Time to Visit

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Best months

September and October offer pleasant temperatures, ranging from 15°C to 22°C (59°F to 72°F), and fewer tourists, making them ideal months to explore the city. The summer months, July and August, are warm and sunny, but can be quite crowded, especially during peak tourist season. In the spring, April and May are great for mild weather and fewer crowds, but the fog can still roll in unexpectedly.

Peak / festival surge

June is the peak month for tourism in San Francisco, with the San Francisco Pride parade and the Outside Lands music festival drawing large crowds. Hotel prices surge during this time, with mid-range hotels like Foundry Coliving increasing by up to 20% compared to the shoulder season. The city's vibrant atmosphere and events make it a great time to visit, but be prepared for long lines and higher prices.

Budget shoulder season

The best time to visit San Francisco on a budget is during the shoulder season, from April to May or September to November. You can expect discounts of up to 30% on hotel prices, and the weather is generally mild, with average highs in the mid-teens to mid-twenties (Celsius).

Weather & packing

San Francisco's climate is known for its fog, which can roll in at any time of the year. Be sure to pack layers, including a waterproof jacket and warm sweaters, to prepare for sudden changes in temperature.

Live City Briefing — San Francisco

  • The new Muni Metro Central Subway extension has improved access to the city's public transportation system, with a new underground station at the Transbay Terminal. The iconic Fisherman's Wharf is getting a major renovation, with new shops and restaurants opening in the area. The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) has a new outdoor sculpture garden, featuring works by artists like Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Foundry Coliving, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request rooms on higher floors (above 10th floor) for reduced street noise. Given the hotel's location on Guerrero Street, a busy street in San Francisco's Mission District, rooms on lower floors may be more prone to noise from foot traffic and traffic on Guerrero Street.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms near the service entrance (if applicable) or adjacent to the lift, as these areas may be more prone to noise from staff and lift operations.

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Best views

Since the hotel is located on Guerrero Street, rooms on the west side (facing west) may have views of the city skyline or the surrounding neighborhood.

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Quietest floors

Floors 11-14 are likely the quietest, as they are higher up and away from the street noise.

🔊 Noise notes

Be aware of potential noise from the nearby 24-hour restaurants and bars on Guerrero Street, which may carry over into the hotel, especially on weekends.

Insider tips

Request a room with a keycard-operated lift for a more secure and convenient access to your floor. Consider arriving early for check-in to take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour check-in policy and beat the crowds.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

Hotel Facilities — Foundry Coliving

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi throughout; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints

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Lift / Elevator

Serves all floors; historic section has stairs-only access to 2nd floor

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Media & Newspapers

Complimentary digital newsstand through PressReader; physical newspapers available in lobby

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in: 15:00, Check-out: 11:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 14:00 available for $25.00

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Baggage Storage

Limited on-site storage available for $10.00 per item per day

Accessibility

Step-free access to main entrance; wheelchair-accessible entry to all floors; some rooms have roll-in showers

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Parking

On-site parking available for $25.00 per night; nearest public car park (Mission Bay Garage) is a 5-minute walk away for $20.00 per day; no EV charging on site

Fees, Taxes & Deposits

City / tourist tax: San Francisco tourist tax: $2.00 per night/person ( mandatory)

Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit + $100.00 incidental card hold at check-in

Faith & Dietary Nearby

  • Buddhist temple: KMC SF (128 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Church: Full Gospel Chapel (187 m · ~2 min walk)
  • Church: Iglesia Pentecostes Hebreos 11:6 (207 m · ~3 min walk)
  • Church: Full Gospel Assembly Church (209 m · ~3 min walk)

Local Lifestyle & Recreation

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Walking & Running

Kid Power Park — 69 m · ~1 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Southern Exposure — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk

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Theatres & Concerts

Victoria Theatre — 122 m · ~2 min walk

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Kids & Family

Kid Power Park Playground — 69 m · ~1 min walk

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Nearest ATM

Bank of America — 48 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Walgreens — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk

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Convenience Store

Casa Latina Market — 115 m · ~1 min walk

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Nearest Transit

16th Street Mission — 94 m · ~1 min walk

Money & Currency

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Local currency

US Dollar, USD

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Where to exchange

ATMs are everywhere for cash; avoid currency exchange at airports and tourist bureaux due to poor rates and fees.

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Cards & contactless

Cards (Visa/Mastercard) accepted almost everywhere; contactless and mobile pay are common even at small vendors.

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Tipping etiquette

Restaurants: 15-20% pre-tax; taxis: 10-15%; hotel porters: $1-2 per bag; housekeeping: $2-5 per night.

Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget

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Cheap coffee

Drip coffee or Americano from any local cafe, about $3.50.

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Best-value lunch

A burrito or taco from a taqueria, $10-12.

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Affordable dinner

A main course at a casual diner or pizzeria, $15-18.

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Street food & cheap eats

Mission District (24th Street area) for taco trucks and pupusa stands.

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Budget groceries

Trader Joe's and Safeway are common budget supermarkets here.

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Affordable clothes

Thrift stores along Mission Street or Valencia Street for affordable second-hand finds.

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Cheapest way around

Muni bus or BART day pass for $5-6; from SFO, take BART (around $10) or SamTrans bus ($2.25) to avoid rideshare costs.

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Money-saving tips

Buy groceries at Trader Joe's and cook; skip car rentals and use bike-share (Bay Wheels); visit free museums on first Tuesday of the month.

Good to know — San Francisco

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Plugs & power

Type A/B · 120V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

USD ($)

Emergency Contacts

San Francisco
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Police
911
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Ambulance / Medical
911
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Fire Department
911

For non-emergency police issues, call 311. For poison control, call 1-800-222-1222. If you're in Golden Gate Park near the car-free parts, remember that cellular reception can be spotty. Put these details in your phone before you need them.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Woods Lowside Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Toronado Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Molotov's Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Noc Noc Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Danny Coyle's irish
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Martuni's Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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The Page Local
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Comstock Saloon Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in San Francisco, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Foundry Coliving

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank of America — 48 m · ~1 min walkpharmacy · Walgreens — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk

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Getting Around

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BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) $10.15

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) → Powell Street Station (near Hotel Madrid)

30 min · Every 15-20 minutes · 5:00am-12:00am

💡 Most economical airport transfer; transfer to Powell St station is 2 blocks from Hotel Madrid. Valid for local metro travel too.

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SFO Shuttle / SuperShuttle $18-25

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) → Hotel Madrid, San Francisco

40 min · Every 15-30 minutes · 24/7

💡 Shared shuttle service; book online for discounts. Stops at multiple hotels but longer travel time than direct taxis.

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Muni (San Francisco Public Transit) $3

Throughout San Francisco downtown → Hotel Madrid area and surrounding Union Square

10 min · Every 5-15 minutes · 6:00am-12:00am (varies by line)

💡 Buy Visitor Passport (1-3 days unlimited) for $32-81. Most efficient for local exploring; multiple lines serve Union Square area near hotel.

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Yellow Cab / Uber / Lyft $35-55

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) → Hotel Madrid, San Francisco

25 min · On-demand · 24/7

💡 Uber/Lyft cheaper than traditional taxis; avoid during peak hours (4-7pm). Hotel Madrid location near Union Square makes taxi access convenient.

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About San Francisco

Wikipedia ↗
San Francisco, United States — city travel guide

San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is the fourth-most populous city in California and the 17th-most populous in the United States, with a population of 826,079 in 2025. Among U.S. cities with a population of 200,000 or more, San Francisco is ranked first by per capita in...

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Population 826,079
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Climate and landmarks

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best rooms at Foundry Coliving?

Request rooms on higher floors (above 10th floor) for reduced street noise. Given the hotel's location on Guerrero Street, a busy street in San Francisco's Mission District, rooms on lower floors may be more prone to noise from foot traffic and traffic on Guerrero Street.

Which rooms should I avoid at Foundry Coliving?

Avoid rooms near the service entrance (if applicable) or adjacent to the lift, as these areas may be more prone to noise from staff and lift operations.

Is Foundry Coliving noisy?

Be aware of potential noise from the nearby 24-hour restaurants and bars on Guerrero Street, which may carry over into the hotel, especially on weekends.

Which rooms have the best views at Foundry Coliving?

Since the hotel is located on Guerrero Street, rooms on the west side (facing west) may have views of the city skyline or the surrounding neighborhood.

What are insider tips for staying at Foundry Coliving?

Request a room with a keycard-operated lift for a more secure and convenient access to your floor. Consider arriving early for check-in to take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour check-in policy and beat the crowds.

What time is check-in at Foundry Coliving?

Check-in at Foundry Coliving is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Foundry Coliving have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi throughout; 100 Mbps speed; no login constraints

Is there a city or tourist tax at Foundry Coliving?

San Francisco tourist tax: $2.00 per night/person ( mandatory)

Where can I eat cheaply near Foundry Coliving?

A burrito or taco from a taqueria, $10-12.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Foundry Coliving?

Muni bus or BART day pass for $5-6; from SFO, take BART (around $10) or SamTrans bus ($2.25) to avoid rideshare costs.

When is the best time to visit San Francisco?

September and October offer pleasant temperatures, ranging from 15°C to 22°C (59°F to 72°F), and fewer tourists, making them ideal months to explore the city. The summer months, July and August, are warm and sunny, but can be quite crowded, especially during peak tourist season. In the spring, April and May are great for mild weather and fewer crowds, but the fog can still roll in unexpectedly.

Top Attractions in San Francisco

Ferry Building Marketplace Free

💡 Visit on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday morning for the farmers' market outside — best for free tastings and watching the bay activity. Skip the expensive sit-down places; grab a coffee and walk the Embarcadero.

Cable Car Museum Free

💡 It's small — allow 20-30 minutes. The gift shop sells cheap souvenirs. Combine with a walk through nearby Nob Hill; the cable car stop right outside lets you watch them turn around manually.

Union Square Free
Alamo Square Park Free

💡 Go just before sunset for golden light on the houses and fewer people. Bring a blanket — the grass is prime for sitting, and locals often picnic here.

Golden Gate Bridge Walk Free

💡 Start at the south end (Crissy Field) around 9am for thinner fog and fewer crowds. Bring a windproof jacket — it's always breezy.

Golden Gate Park Free

💡 Head to the bison paddock near the west end — it's unexpected and often quiet. The park is huge; rent a bike from a shop near Stanyan Street.

Golden Gate Bridge Free
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