Monte Cristo History
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​If the walls of the historic Monte Cristo could talk, what stories they could tell, for this remarkable building has been a part of San Francisco since 1875. When the great fire swept the city after the 1906 earthquake, homes were put to the torch on Van Ness Avenue to create a firebreak, and the Inn survived. "MONTE CRISTO SALOON' was the original name of this charming turn-of-the-century bordello saloon turned Bed and Breakfast Inn. Not a mansion turned bed and breakfast. With most hotels destroyed in the fire of 1906, Monte Cristo is perhaps the oldest original hospitality structure in San Francisco.
Monte Cristo Inn is a two-story bed and breakfast in the Presidio Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. The 14-room San Francisco Bed and Breakfast is lovingly restored and delightfully decorated with comfort and relaxation in mind. The inn's rooms come equipped with New Beds with Lush Duvets, Furnished with Antiques, Persian Rugs (in Most Rooms), Period Hardwood Floors, Private Modern Bathrooms, Individual Heating, WiFi Internet, Smart TV with streaming, Hairdryer, iron/ironing board and More! Our mission at the Inn is to provide an 'hors du commun' stay.
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Well-proportioned rooms are highlighted by high ceilings, authentic antiques, Persian rugs, hardwood floors and flat screen cable TVs. Enjoy complimentary breakfast, and complimentary wireless internet (Wi-Fi) served by multiple access points throughout the property. A computer/email kiosk is available for our business guests.
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Thomas J. Cahill stayed here in 1929!
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We found the 1898 San Francisco telephone listing. There were only 3 digits for phone numbers! Our guests often ask us how long has this place been a B&B? In 1929In 1898, Monte Cristo is listed in the phonebook for the first time. Imagine the tariff at 5 cents per 30 seconds in 1898!
