Hotel Focus Sfo

111 Mitchell Ave., South San Francisco, CA 94080 United States (USA) near Exit 45 on I-280 (~2.4mi)
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3.0 Star Property
37.649570-122.405500
+1-800-219-2797
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3.0/5

Based on 729 guest reviews

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  • Free complimentary breakfast
  • Airport shuttle provided
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 13.2%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 117 rooms in property
  • Check-out: 11:00am
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Group score of 10.0/10

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Local attractions

San Francisco is a small multi-cultural city with the Pacific Ocean to one side and the San Francisco Bay to the other. Hotel Focus SFO is located just south, near the Highway 101 and San Francisco International Airport, (SFO). San Francisco is a city of hills, architecture and neighborhoods with fabulous views. A city with incredibly rich traditions and world class arts and restaurant scene with museums, opera, ballet, symphony and live theatre district. Everything from North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, Pier 39, Chinatown, Japan Town, Mission Latino District, Alcatraz Island and the Castro offers something for everyone. Our bayside AT&T Park is where our San Francisco Giants play baseball, and of course the Moscone Convention Center is our busy convention center. Each neighborhood offers a different experience and a different culture. San Francisco offers a lifetime of experiences for any age. Just north across the Golden Gate Bridge is the gateway to the Napa and Sonoma Wine Region

Verified reviews of Hotel Focus Sfo

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"The bed was fine and the front desk was very kind and accommodating."
Overall score3.0/ 5
The toilet would not flush and the people across the hall were very loud and it was obvious what they were doing. It was very disturbing to me.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Dec-2024 Verified review, stayed from Thu Dec 19 to Fri Dec 20 2024 at a $81.99 average nightly rate.
"Just what I needed."
Overall score4.0/ 5
Convenient location, quite clean. The staff were extremely helpful and were focused on making my stay comfortable and efficient.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Dec-2024 Verified review, stayed from Tue Dec 17 to Wed Dec 18 2024 at a $102.99 average nightly rate.
3.0 out of 5. Based on 729 guest reviews

Property description

We offer free continental breakfast and waffle bar, landscaped desert bloomed courtyard with fire pits and Nantucket chairs. In-room Keurig coffee makers as well as fast Wi-Fi and I-Media technology with streaming capability to our large LCD TV's with 60 channels, free long-distance telephone calls within US, Canada, Mexico and US Territories. Ample parking (for a fee), a vast selection of local restaurants and access to I-101 in a hub-like location of convenience. The Hotel Focus SFO was completely renovated in April of 2018. We are located in South San Francisco is located in the Birthplace of Biotechnology, the hub of the biotech industry and the home of industry giants such as Genentech, Inc. The economy here is anchored by a thriving Biotech community, it is booming here! Hotel Focus is convenient to SFO, next door to the South San Francisco Conference Center, between SFO and downtown San Francisco, minutes south to the Silicon Valley. We offer free continental breakfast, landscaped desert bloomed courtyard with fire pits and Nantucket chairs. In-room Keurig coffee makers as well as fast Wi-Fi and I-Media technology with streaming capability to our large LCD TV's with 60 channels, free long-distance telephone calls within US, Canada, Mexico and US Territories. Ample parking (for a fee), a vast selection of local restaurants and access to I-101 in a hub-like location of convenience. Our top-to-bottom renovation in April of 2018 including front desk, lobby, breakfast restaurant, public areas, furniture, all new Serta Paradise mattresses, all flooring, elevators, halls, paint, public & guest bathrooms were completed in April 2018. We look forward to welcoming your clients to our new fully updated hotel! San Francisco is a small multi-cultural city with the Pacific Ocean to one side and the San Francisco Bay to the other. Hotel Focus SFO is located just south, near the Highway 101 and San Francisco International Airport, (SFO). San Francisco is a city of hills, architecture and neighborhoods with fabulous views. A city with incredibly rich traditions and world class arts and restaurant scene with museums, opera, ballet, symphony and live theatre district. Everything from North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, Pier 39, Chinatown, Japan Town, Mission Latino District, Alcatraz Island and the Castro offers something for everyone. Our bayside AT&T Park is where our San Francisco Giants play baseball, and of course the Moscone Convention Center is our busy convention center. Loads of parks abound throughout the city, often visited from a bicycle rental with the Presidio and Golden Gate Park being the jewels. Each neighborhood offers a different experience and a different culture. San Francisco offers a lifetime of experiences for any age. Just north across the Golden Gate Bridge is the gateway to Muir Woods and leads to visiting the famous wine producing appellations of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino. Driving south is the Hotel Focus SFO centered in the middle of all the attractions, located in the Bio-Tech research Mecca of South San Francisco, just 2 miles from SFO. Driving further south is one of our many world renowned universities, Stanford University just on the edge of the global tech capital in the Silicon Valley. Driving the famous California Highway #1 will take you by Half Moon Bay with the Maverick's, famous for the big wave surfing competition, Santa Cruz, Monterrey, Big Sur and one can turn east to visit Yosemite National Park.

Green sustainability

Yes

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3:00pm
Check-out: 11:00am
Year of last renovation: 2018
Floors: 3
Rooms: 117
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 117
Rooms with disabled access: 2
Rooms with one bed: 58
Rooms with two beds: 59
Suites: 8
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1
Meeting space: 500 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 30 people
Dist. to food/bars: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.5 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 1.0 Miles
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved: Yes
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Cancellations will be accepted 72 hours in advanced to arrival date, unless noted in any group block contract. Cancellations after the 72 hour cut off will be charge one nights room and tax at the group rate.
Nightly parking: 12 +
Typical group deposit: 1st night
Total taxes: 14.95%
Total misc. fees: £1.84 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Occupancy Tax: 14.95%
City Tax: 2.50 Per Night

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Telephone
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO

Airport & shuttle information

Hotel Focus SFO has is located conveniently two miles north of San Francisco International Airport directly off 101 North, another 8 miles to San Francisco. Whether you are traveling for business, pleasure, or just have a stopover - The Hotel Focus is the perfect choice for your SFO hotel accommodations! Our 100% smoke-free hotel offers all the amenities you expect to find when you travel including wireless Internet access, on site parking (fee) and complimentary continental breakfast when you book on this site! Stay with us when you are attending a SF Giants or 49ers game, attending a conference at Moscone or the South San Francisco Conference Center, planning things to do in San Francisco, or flying out of SFO! Our hotel is just minutes away from the famous San Francisco CA historic waterfront, delicious seafood, and all of the magnificent sights the surrounding area has to offer.

Local shuttle info: Complimentary Airport Shuttle from the airport to the hotel and from the hotel to the airport - running every 30 minutes from 4:08am to 12:08pm every day.

Breakfast information

Complimentary Continental Breakfast

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Hotel will welcome pets with a one time charge fee of $50 per pet up to 60 lbs.

Parking information

Daily Charge for Parking is $12.00 plus 14% tax

Internet/Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi, super fast Wi-Fi and I-Media technology with streaming capability to our large LCD TV’s with 60 channels

Previously known as:
Vagabond Inn South San Francisco Airport North

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Hotel Focus Sfo

Rate fluctuations of Hotel Focus Sfo

The graph above is seasonality of room rates for both our group prices and the lowest online individual rates our system could find at the time the group offer was submitted. The best group/meeting discount shown is 42.3% in February 2026 and the highest average individual rate is $171 in the month of February 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Hotel Focus Sfo in a month when rates are lower.

FAQs about Hotel Focus Sfo

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Hotel Focus Sfo have?

There are 117 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Hotel Focus Sfo?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Hotel Focus Sfo?

Complimentary Continental Breakfast

What parking is available at Hotel Focus Sfo?

Daily Charge for Parking is $12.00 plus 14% tax

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi, super fast Wi-Fi and I-Media technology with streaming capability to our large LCD TV’s with 60 channels

Is there a gym at Hotel Focus Sfo?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

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