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Excellent service and stay

question: What do you think of the place?, context: Upon entering the hotel, we were struck by its grandeur, as well as the security. It was extremely busy and too early to check in. Our bags were taken into storage and we were free to explore the city. Upon check in, our bags were quickly delivered to our room. The hotel room had a spectacular view of the bay and Union Square. The room was big, for a city hotel. Very clean. Staff always friendly and helpful. Loved having both a starbucks and restaurant in the hotel. We had two complimentary breakfasts each morning with our package. Concierge was helpful, there was a complimentary computer/printer for flight check in/printing boarding passes. No wait Taxi and Town car service. We knew people staying in other hotels near Union Square. When they visited the Hilton, they said they wished they were staying here. We visited the heated pool and whirlpool on the 16th floor. Very nice facility. Free high speed internet! Excellent service and stay!

What do you think of the place?

Free high speed internet! Excellent service and stay !

Upon entering the hotel, we were struck by its grandeur, as well as the security. It was extremely busy and too early to check in. Our bags were taken into storage and we were free to explore the city. Upon check in, our bags were quickly delivered to our room. The hotel room had a spectacular view of the bay and Union Square. The room was big, for a city hotel. Very clean. Staff always friendly and helpful. Loved having both a starbucks and restaurant in the hotel. We had two complimentary breakfasts each morning with our package. Concierge was helpful, there was a complimentary computer/printer for flight check in/printing boarding passes. No wait Taxi and Town car service. We knew people staying in other hotels near Union Square. When they visited the Hilton, they said they wished they were staying here. We visited the heated pool and whirlpool on the 16th floor. Very nice facility. Free high speed internet! Excellent service and stay!

Free high speed internet! <hl> Excellent service and stay <hl> !

Upon entering the hotel, we were struck by its grandeur, as well as the security. It was extremely busy and too early to check in. Our bags were taken into storage and we were free to explore the city. Upon check in, our bags were quickly delivered to our room. The hotel room had a spectacular view of the bay and Union Square. The room was big, for a city hotel. Very clean. Staff always friendly and helpful. Loved having both a starbucks and restaurant in the hotel. We had two complimentary breakfasts each morning with our package. Concierge was helpful, there was a complimentary computer/printer for flight check in/printing boarding passes. No wait Taxi and Town car service. We knew people staying in other hotels near Union Square. When they visited the Hilton, they said they wished they were staying here. We visited the heated pool and whirlpool on the 16th floor. Very nice facility. Free high speed internet! <hl> Excellent service and stay <hl>!

Upon entering the hotel, we were struck by its grandeur, as well as the security. It was extremely busy and too early to check in. Our bags were taken into storage and we were free to explore the city. Upon check in, our bags were quickly delivered to our room. The hotel room had a spectacular view of the bay and Union Square. The room was big, for a city hotel. Very clean. Staff always friendly and helpful. Loved having both a starbucks and restaurant in the hotel. We had two complimentary breakfasts each morning with our package. Concierge was helpful, there was a complimentary computer/printer for flight check in/printing boarding passes. No wait Taxi and Town car service. We knew people staying in other hotels near Union Square. When they visited the Hilton, they said they wished they were staying here. We visited the heated pool and whirlpool on the 16th floor. Very nice facility. <hl> Free high speed internet! Excellent service and stay ! <hl>

tripadvisor_review_10378

tripadvisor

it was excellent

question: How was the service in the hotel?, context: We stayed for one night after an international flight. We were so tired we stayed at the hotel for most of tour stay. We booked directly.We have ambassador status and our upgrade request was honored.1) Rooms 4/5 - This was a historic hotel and the rooms were designed that way with modern conveniences. The bathrooms had marble floors and granite tops. I did not like the tub area because it looked old. The views were great. The room was not as large even with the upgrade. 2) Customer service 5/5 - it was excellent, they checked us in early at 9 am. Porters were busy but tried to help as much as they can. Their concierge was helpful with directions and arranged an airport limo which was the same price as a cab ride.3) Location 4/5 - excellent and safe but it was difficult to walk around due to the steep incline. Otherwise, Nob hill is a good place to be.Overall, if you like historic hotels, this is one of them. Customer service is great and the views are one of the best in San Francisco.

How was the service in the hotel?

2) Customer service 5/5 - it was excellent , they checked us in early at 9 am.

We stayed for one night after an international flight. We were so tired we stayed at the hotel for most of tour stay. We booked directly.We have ambassador status and our upgrade request was honored.1) Rooms 4/5 - This was a historic hotel and the rooms were designed that way with modern conveniences. The bathrooms had marble floors and granite tops. I did not like the tub area because it looked old. The views were great. The room was not as large even with the upgrade. 2) Customer service 5/5 - it was excellent, they checked us in early at 9 am. Porters were busy but tried to help as much as they can. Their concierge was helpful with directions and arranged an airport limo which was the same price as a cab ride.3) Location 4/5 - excellent and safe but it was difficult to walk around due to the steep incline. Otherwise, Nob hill is a good place to be.Overall, if you like historic hotels, this is one of them. Customer service is great and the views are one of the best in San Francisco.

2) Customer service 5/5 - <hl> it was excellent <hl> , they checked us in early at 9 am.

We stayed for one night after an international flight. We were so tired we stayed at the hotel for most of tour stay. We booked directly.We have ambassador status and our upgrade request was honored.1) Rooms 4/5 - This was a historic hotel and the rooms were designed that way with modern conveniences. The bathrooms had marble floors and granite tops. I did not like the tub area because it looked old. The views were great. The room was not as large even with the upgrade. 2) Customer service 5/5 - <hl> it was excellent <hl>, they checked us in early at 9 am. Porters were busy but tried to help as much as they can. Their concierge was helpful with directions and arranged an airport limo which was the same price as a cab ride.3) Location 4/5 - excellent and safe but it was difficult to walk around due to the steep incline. Otherwise, Nob hill is a good place to be.Overall, if you like historic hotels, this is one of them. Customer service is great and the views are one of the best in San Francisco.

We stayed for one night after an international flight. We were so tired we stayed at the hotel for most of tour stay. We booked directly. We have ambassador status and our upgrade request was honored.1) Rooms 4/5 - This was a historic hotel and the rooms were designed that way with modern conveniences. The bathrooms had marble floors and granite tops. I did not like the tub area because it looked old. The views were great. The room was not as large even with the upgrade. <hl> 2) Customer service 5/5 - it was excellent , they checked us in early at 9 am. <hl> Porters were busy but tried to help as much as they can. Their concierge was helpful with directions and arranged an airport limo which was the same price as a cab ride.3) Location 4/5 - excellent and safe but it was difficult to walk around due to the steep incline. Otherwise, Nob hill is a good place to be. Overall, if you like historic hotels, this is one of them. Customer service is great and the views are one of the best in San Francisco.

tripadvisor_review_11233

tripadvisor

The GOOD

question: How do you describe the interior?, context: My mom and I stayed here for one night; booked via Priceline. The GOOD:The lobby and room appearance is nice, as it is newly renovated. When we checked in, we were actually upgraded (without charge) to a BayView Deluxe double room on the 16th floor. It has a great view of Telegraph Hill and Coit Tower, plus the Bay of course.We didn't find the room cramped. It was fine for the 2 of us.The BAD:POOR sound insulation! Apart from street noise (which started at 6:30am), the walls are thin. Even though our room was half-way down the corridor, we could still hear the elevator sound (the alert sound it makes when approaching the floor). Also, we could here footsteps from the room above plus from the hallway despite carpet. Lastly, our neigbors decided to turn on really loud music at 12:30am which woke both of us up.No exhaust fan in the bathroom, so it steams up after a shower.We noticed a faint odor when we entered our room. I couldn't pinpoint it, but my mom was convinced it smelled like cigarette smoke even though the hotel is non-smoking. It wasn't a big deal as it was very faint.NEUTRAL:Location. I like the fact it's next to Chinatown, which is great for meals.However, it is not that convenient to the rest. Montgomery station (the closest BART/Muni) is a good 15-min walk. We arrived from the airport via BART, and it was no fun walking there as it was slightly uphill. There are also very few bus lines that go near the hotel.

How do you describe the interior?

The GOOD :The lobby and room appearance is nice, as it is newly renovated.

My mom and I stayed here for one night; booked via Priceline. The GOOD:The lobby and room appearance is nice, as it is newly renovated. When we checked in, we were actually upgraded (without charge) to a BayView Deluxe double room on the 16th floor. It has a great view of Telegraph Hill and Coit Tower, plus the Bay of course.We didn't find the room cramped. It was fine for the 2 of us.The BAD:POOR sound insulation! Apart from street noise (which started at 6:30am), the walls are thin. Even though our room was half-way down the corridor, we could still hear the elevator sound (the alert sound it makes when approaching the floor). Also, we could here footsteps from the room above plus from the hallway despite carpet. Lastly, our neigbors decided to turn on really loud music at 12:30am which woke both of us up.No exhaust fan in the bathroom, so it steams up after a shower.We noticed a faint odor when we entered our room. I couldn't pinpoint it, but my mom was convinced it smelled like cigarette smoke even though the hotel is non-smoking. It wasn't a big deal as it was very faint.NEUTRAL:Location. I like the fact it's next to Chinatown, which is great for meals.However, it is not that convenient to the rest. Montgomery station (the closest BART/Muni) is a good 15-min walk. We arrived from the airport via BART, and it was no fun walking there as it was slightly uphill. There are also very few bus lines that go near the hotel.

<hl> The GOOD <hl> :The lobby and room appearance is nice, as it is newly renovated.

My mom and I stayed here for one night; booked via Priceline. <hl> The GOOD <hl>:The lobby and room appearance is nice, as it is newly renovated. When we checked in, we were actually upgraded (without charge) to a BayView Deluxe double room on the 16th floor. It has a great view of Telegraph Hill and Coit Tower, plus the Bay of course.We didn't find the room cramped. It was fine for the 2 of us.The BAD:POOR sound insulation! Apart from street noise (which started at 6:30am), the walls are thin. Even though our room was half-way down the corridor, we could still hear the elevator sound (the alert sound it makes when approaching the floor). Also, we could here footsteps from the room above plus from the hallway despite carpet. Lastly, our neigbors decided to turn on really loud music at 12:30am which woke both of us up.No exhaust fan in the bathroom, so it steams up after a shower.We noticed a faint odor when we entered our room. I couldn't pinpoint it, but my mom was convinced it smelled like cigarette smoke even though the hotel is non-smoking. It wasn't a big deal as it was very faint.NEUTRAL:Location. I like the fact it's next to Chinatown, which is great for meals.However, it is not that convenient to the rest. Montgomery station (the closest BART/Muni) is a good 15-min walk. We arrived from the airport via BART, and it was no fun walking there as it was slightly uphill. There are also very few bus lines that go near the hotel.

My mom and I stayed here for one night; booked via Priceline. <hl> The GOOD :The lobby and room appearance is nice, as it is newly renovated. <hl> When we checked in, we were actually upgraded (without charge) to a BayView Deluxe double room on the 16th floor. It has a great view of Telegraph Hill and Coit Tower, plus the Bay of course. We didn't find the room cramped. It was fine for the 2 of us. The BAD:POOR sound insulation! Apart from street noise (which started at 6:30am), the walls are thin. Even though our room was half-way down the corridor, we could still hear the elevator sound (the alert sound it makes when approaching the floor). Also, we could here footsteps from the room above plus from the hallway despite carpet. Lastly, our neigbors decided to turn on really loud music at 12:30am which woke both of us up. No exhaust fan in the bathroom, so it steams up after a shower. We noticed a faint odor when we entered our room. I couldn't pinpoint it, but my mom was convinced it smelled like cigarette smoke even though the hotel is non-smoking. It wasn't a big deal as it was very faint. NEUTRAL:Location. I like the fact it's next to Chinatown, which is great for meals. However, it is not that convenient to the rest. Montgomery station (the closest BART/Muni) is a good 15-min walk. We arrived from the airport via BART, and it was no fun walking there as it was slightly uphill. There are also very few bus lines that go near the hotel.

tripadvisor_review_11710

tripadvisor

Constant noise all day and night

question: How much street noise is there?, context: This hotel was my final destination on my round the world trip before jetting back to England. I had stayed in fantastic hotels in Singapore, Sydney and Tahiti and to stay here was such a disappointment that coming home and going back to work didn't seem to tedious! The hotel has such an unclean factor about it. I was put in a smoking room (which I requested) and after an hour I requested to move room as there seemed to be something moving around and scrapping above the ceiling. To be honest, it sounded liked rats or mice, put it this way, it wasn't human! They only smoking room left was a few floors down and I was warned that it was a little small. SMALL????!!!!! you couldn't swing a cat in it! The double bed took up the whole floor space and it was situated right by the lifts. Constant noise all day and night. The view out the window was of a brick wall, but I thought 'heck, you are only sleeping here, go explore San Francisco'.That was the plan until, on the 3rd morning at the hotel, the shower stopped working. After 5 phone calls to maintenance, and 3 hours later, someone came up to have a look at it and I was told there is a problem with the water affecting a few rooms on that floor. But I was assured that it would be fixed in good time. After a quick 'sink' wash, I headed out, only to return some hours later to find that the shower still didn't work. To cut a long story short, it took the hotel 48 hours to get it fixed. I was offered no real apology and had to ask to use another room to get a shower. Apparently, they were all booked up to move me on a permanent basis. Unbelieveable! Would I stay here again? Not even if you got me in a first class seat to San Francisco from Heathrow and gave me a million pounds to stay in this hotel. Do yourself a favour, book elsewhere.

How much street noise is there?

Constant noise all day and night .

This hotel was my final destination on my round the world trip before jetting back to England. I had stayed in fantastic hotels in Singapore, Sydney and Tahiti and to stay here was such a disappointment that coming home and going back to work didn't seem to tedious! The hotel has such an unclean factor about it. I was put in a smoking room (which I requested) and after an hour I requested to move room as there seemed to be something moving around and scrapping above the ceiling. To be honest, it sounded liked rats or mice, put it this way, it wasn't human! They only smoking room left was a few floors down and I was warned that it was a little small. SMALL????!!!!! you couldn't swing a cat in it! The double bed took up the whole floor space and it was situated right by the lifts. Constant noise all day and night. The view out the window was of a brick wall, but I thought 'heck, you are only sleeping here, go explore San Francisco'.That was the plan until, on the 3rd morning at the hotel, the shower stopped working. After 5 phone calls to maintenance, and 3 hours later, someone came up to have a look at it and I was told there is a problem with the water affecting a few rooms on that floor. But I was assured that it would be fixed in good time. After a quick 'sink' wash, I headed out, only to return some hours later to find that the shower still didn't work. To cut a long story short, it took the hotel 48 hours to get it fixed. I was offered no real apology and had to ask to use another room to get a shower. Apparently, they were all booked up to move me on a permanent basis. Unbelieveable! Would I stay here again? Not even if you got me in a first class seat to San Francisco from Heathrow and gave me a million pounds to stay in this hotel. Do yourself a favour, book elsewhere.

<hl> Constant noise all day and night <hl> .

This hotel was my final destination on my round the world trip before jetting back to England. I had stayed in fantastic hotels in Singapore, Sydney and Tahiti and to stay here was such a disappointment that coming home and going back to work didn't seem to tedious! The hotel has such an unclean factor about it. I was put in a smoking room (which I requested) and after an hour I requested to move room as there seemed to be something moving around and scrapping above the ceiling. To be honest, it sounded liked rats or mice, put it this way, it wasn't human! They only smoking room left was a few floors down and I was warned that it was a little small. SMALL????!!!!! you couldn't swing a cat in it! The double bed took up the whole floor space and it was situated right by the lifts. <hl> Constant noise all day and night <hl>. The view out the window was of a brick wall, but I thought 'heck, you are only sleeping here, go explore San Francisco'.That was the plan until, on the 3rd morning at the hotel, the shower stopped working. After 5 phone calls to maintenance, and 3 hours later, someone came up to have a look at it and I was told there is a problem with the water affecting a few rooms on that floor. But I was assured that it would be fixed in good time. After a quick 'sink' wash, I headed out, only to return some hours later to find that the shower still didn't work. To cut a long story short, it took the hotel 48 hours to get it fixed. I was offered no real apology and had to ask to use another room to get a shower. Apparently, they were all booked up to move me on a permanent basis. Unbelieveable! Would I stay here again? Not even if you got me in a first class seat to San Francisco from Heathrow and gave me a million pounds to stay in this hotel. Do yourself a favour, book elsewhere.

This hotel was my final destination on my round the world trip before jetting back to England. I had stayed in fantastic hotels in Singapore, Sydney and Tahiti and to stay here was such a disappointment that coming home and going back to work didn't seem to tedious! The hotel has such an unclean factor about it. I was put in a smoking room (which I requested) and after an hour I requested to move room as there seemed to be something moving around and scrapping above the ceiling. To be honest, it sounded liked rats or mice, put it this way, it wasn't human! They only smoking room left was a few floors down and I was warned that it was a little small. SMALL????!!!!! you couldn't swing a cat in it! The double bed took up the whole floor space and it was situated right by the lifts. <hl> Constant noise all day and night . <hl> The view out the window was of a brick wall, but I thought 'heck, you are only sleeping here, go explore San Francisco'. That was the plan until, on the 3rd morning at the hotel, the shower stopped working. After 5 phone calls to maintenance, and 3 hours later, someone came up to have a look at it and I was told there is a problem with the water affecting a few rooms on that floor. But I was assured that it would be fixed in good time. After a quick 'sink' wash, I headed out, only to return some hours later to find that the shower still didn't work. To cut a long story short, it took the hotel 48 hours to get it fixed. I was offered no real apology and had to ask to use another room to get a shower. Apparently, they were all booked up to move me on a permanent basis. Unbelieveable! Would I stay here again? Not even if you got me in a first class seat to San Francisco from Heathrow and gave me a million pounds to stay in this hotel. Do yourself a favour, book elsewhere.

tripadvisor_review_14855

tripadvisor

The employees were very courteous and helpful

question: How was the service of the staff member?, context: My husband and I stayed at the Sheraton in Fisherman's Wharf for one night June 30th. It was a very nice hotel which was close enough to everything. The hotel itself was very clean and nice. The employees were very courteous and helpful. We loved the fact that we could walk all over San Francisco and had no problem getting back to the hotel. We had something to eat late in the bar area and the food was very good. I know that people in other reviews said they didn't care for this hotel, but I was very satisfied with it and felt for the money it was very nice. We even got the romance package which included a wine &amp; cheese platter and also a late checkout and it wasn't even that much more. I would definitely stay thereagain!

How was the service of the staff member?

The employees were very courteous and helpful .

My husband and I stayed at the Sheraton in Fisherman's Wharf for one night June 30th. It was a very nice hotel which was close enough to everything. The hotel itself was very clean and nice. The employees were very courteous and helpful. We loved the fact that we could walk all over San Francisco and had no problem getting back to the hotel. We had something to eat late in the bar area and the food was very good. I know that people in other reviews said they didn't care for this hotel, but I was very satisfied with it and felt for the money it was very nice. We even got the romance package which included a wine &amp; cheese platter and also a late checkout and it wasn't even that much more. I would definitely stay thereagain!

<hl> The employees were very courteous and helpful <hl> .

My husband and I stayed at the Sheraton in Fisherman's Wharf for one night June 30th. It was a very nice hotel which was close enough to everything. The hotel itself was very clean and nice. <hl> The employees were very courteous and helpful <hl>. We loved the fact that we could walk all over San Francisco and had no problem getting back to the hotel. We had something to eat late in the bar area and the food was very good. I know that people in other reviews said they didn't care for this hotel, but I was very satisfied with it and felt for the money it was very nice. We even got the romance package which included a wine &amp; cheese platter and also a late checkout and it wasn't even that much more. I would definitely stay thereagain!

My husband and I stayed at the Sheraton in Fisherman's Wharf for one night June 30th. It was a very nice hotel which was close enough to everything. The hotel itself was very clean and nice. <hl> The employees were very courteous and helpful . <hl> We loved the fact that we could walk all over San Francisco and had no problem getting back to the hotel. We had something to eat late in the bar area and the food was very good. I know that people in other reviews said they didn't care for this hotel, but I was very satisfied with it and felt for the money it was very nice. We even got the romance package which included a wine &amp; cheese platter and also a late checkout and it wasn't even that much more. I would definitely stay thereagain!

tripadvisor_review_13089

tripadvisor

the staff is exeptional

question: Does this hotel have a good staff?, context: the hotel is located in a wonderful area, you can reach many interesting shops, galleries and restaurants in walking distance. the staff is exeptional and helped us by our wedding-preperations. friendly, patience and never tired of trying to please us completely - we have been given the feeling that everything was taking care of and the atmosphere was great - an oasis inside this great living city! the rooms are clean, lovely decorated with the most comfortable bed &amp; pillows....PERFECT. you will never regret you stayed here... :).....try it, you wont be dissapointed.

Does this hotel have a good staff?

the staff is exeptional and helped us by our wedding-preperations.

the hotel is located in a wonderful area, you can reach many interesting shops, galleries and restaurants in walking distance. the staff is exeptional and helped us by our wedding-preperations. friendly, patience and never tired of trying to please us completely - we have been given the feeling that everything was taking care of and the atmosphere was great - an oasis inside this great living city! the rooms are clean, lovely decorated with the most comfortable bed &amp; pillows....PERFECT. you will never regret you stayed here... :).....try it, you wont be dissapointed.

<hl> the staff is exeptional <hl> and helped us by our wedding-preperations.

the hotel is located in a wonderful area, you can reach many interesting shops, galleries and restaurants in walking distance. <hl> the staff is exeptional <hl> and helped us by our wedding-preperations. friendly, patience and never tired of trying to please us completely - we have been given the feeling that everything was taking care of and the atmosphere was great - an oasis inside this great living city! the rooms are clean, lovely decorated with the most comfortable bed &amp; pillows....PERFECT. you will never regret you stayed here... :).....try it, you wont be dissapointed.

the hotel is located in a wonderful area, you can reach many interesting shops, galleries and restaurants in walking distance. <hl> the staff is exeptional and helped us by our wedding-preperations. <hl> friendly, patience and never tired of trying to please us completely - we have been given the feeling that everything was taking care of and the atmosphere was great - an oasis inside this great living city! the rooms are clean, lovely decorated with the most comfortable bed &amp; pillows.... PERFECT. you will never regret you stayed here... :)..... try it, you wont be dissapointed.

tripadvisor_review_2818

tripadvisor

some nice cafes

question: What is the cafe like?, context: We stayed for three nights in March. The people there were very friendly. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

What is the cafe like?

Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants.

We stayed for three nights in March. The people there were very friendly. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and <hl> some nice cafes <hl> and restaurants.

We stayed for three nights in March. The people there were very friendly. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and <hl> some nice cafes <hl> and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

We stayed for three nights in March. The people there were very friendly. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. <hl> Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. <hl> Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

tripadvisor_review_4750

tripadvisor

welcomed us to the hotel

question: Where can I get good service from this hotel?, context: I booked three rooms for three nights for our family get-together in San Fransciso. Everyone really enjoyed comfy, clean rooms and the price was very reasonable on Priceline. All three rooms were newly renovated on the upper floors! Free champagn in the Lobby on Thursday evening welcomed us to the hotel - very nice. The concierge was fabulous! We had trouble getting reservations to The Slanted Door - a restaurant that was highly recommended to us. The concierge was able to book our reservations like magic. The concierge continued to be our best friend throughout the weekend. The hotel is undergoing renovations but we were only disturbed by noise on late Friday afternoon. Everything was quiet over the weekend. This is a nice location with easy access to public transportation. The trolleys were very crowded most of the time but well worth the wait to back to the hotel...as it's a very steep walk from almost any direction! We had breakfast at the hotel one morning and it was pleasant and delicious - although the service was a bit slow. We did have difficulty keeping ice in the room with no ice machine available. Room service would bring ice - but it usually took awhile. We took the hotel limo to SFO airport for a very reasonable price. Overall a very nice weekend!

Where can I get good service from this hotel?

Free champagn in the Lobby on Thursday evening welcomed us to the hotel - very nice.

I booked three rooms for three nights for our family get-together in San Fransciso. Everyone really enjoyed comfy, clean rooms and the price was very reasonable on Priceline. All three rooms were newly renovated on the upper floors! Free champagn in the Lobby on Thursday evening welcomed us to the hotel - very nice. The concierge was fabulous! We had trouble getting reservations to The Slanted Door - a restaurant that was highly recommended to us. The concierge was able to book our reservations like magic. The concierge continued to be our best friend throughout the weekend. The hotel is undergoing renovations but we were only disturbed by noise on late Friday afternoon. Everything was quiet over the weekend. This is a nice location with easy access to public transportation. The trolleys were very crowded most of the time but well worth the wait to back to the hotel...as it's a very steep walk from almost any direction! We had breakfast at the hotel one morning and it was pleasant and delicious - although the service was a bit slow. We did have difficulty keeping ice in the room with no ice machine available. Room service would bring ice - but it usually took awhile. We took the hotel limo to SFO airport for a very reasonable price. Overall a very nice weekend!

Free champagn in the Lobby on Thursday evening <hl> welcomed us to the hotel <hl> - very nice.

I booked three rooms for three nights for our family get-together in San Fransciso. Everyone really enjoyed comfy, clean rooms and the price was very reasonable on Priceline. All three rooms were newly renovated on the upper floors! Free champagn in the Lobby on Thursday evening <hl> welcomed us to the hotel <hl> - very nice. The concierge was fabulous! We had trouble getting reservations to The Slanted Door - a restaurant that was highly recommended to us. The concierge was able to book our reservations like magic. The concierge continued to be our best friend throughout the weekend. The hotel is undergoing renovations but we were only disturbed by noise on late Friday afternoon. Everything was quiet over the weekend. This is a nice location with easy access to public transportation. The trolleys were very crowded most of the time but well worth the wait to back to the hotel...as it's a very steep walk from almost any direction! We had breakfast at the hotel one morning and it was pleasant and delicious - although the service was a bit slow. We did have difficulty keeping ice in the room with no ice machine available. Room service would bring ice - but it usually took awhile. We took the hotel limo to SFO airport for a very reasonable price. Overall a very nice weekend!

I booked three rooms for three nights for our family get-together in San Fransciso. Everyone really enjoyed comfy, clean rooms and the price was very reasonable on Priceline. All three rooms were newly renovated on the upper floors! <hl> Free champagn in the Lobby on Thursday evening welcomed us to the hotel - very nice. <hl> The concierge was fabulous! We had trouble getting reservations to The Slanted Door - a restaurant that was highly recommended to us. The concierge was able to book our reservations like magic. The concierge continued to be our best friend throughout the weekend. The hotel is undergoing renovations but we were only disturbed by noise on late Friday afternoon. Everything was quiet over the weekend. This is a nice location with easy access to public transportation. The trolleys were very crowded most of the time but well worth the wait to back to the hotel...as it's a very steep walk from almost any direction! We had breakfast at the hotel one morning and it was pleasant and delicious - although the service was a bit slow. We did have difficulty keeping ice in the room with no ice machine available. Room service would bring ice - but it usually took awhile. We took the hotel limo to SFO airport for a very reasonable price. Overall a very nice weekend!

tripadvisor_review_8806

tripadvisor

excellent

question: How good is the drink?, context: We returned to The Mark Hopkins this summer after more than a decade and had an outstanding long weekend. We arrived at San Francisco Airport and were brought to The Mark Hopkins by a most friendly driver of Virgin Limousine, arranged by the hotel. Location atop Nob Hill is great, architecturally stunning building. Rooms are decorated with beautiful fabrics, great beds and all marble bathrooms. We took advantage of the rate including breakfast, which I would recommend to everyone. The breakfast at Top of the Mark was one of the best we have experienced in a hotel in a long time; delicious food, excellent staff who cared for every detail. Most importantly, the view is fantastic!!!! On weekend nights, it is possible to have dinner and drinks in Top of the Mark as well, with great live jazz, dancing, cocktails and the city lights all around you. Top of the Mark is reason enough to stay at The InterContinental alone! All in all, our stay at The Mark Hopkins added a lot to our weekend in San Francisco. Although we stopped by the new Four Seasons, which looked gorgeous inside, we would choose The Mark Hopkins again for ambiance, location, and breakfast at Top of the Mark.

How good is the drink?

The breakfast at Top of the Mark was one of the best we have experienced in a hotel in a long time; delicious food, excellent staff who cared for every detail.

We returned to The Mark Hopkins this summer after more than a decade and had an outstanding long weekend. We arrived at San Francisco Airport and were brought to The Mark Hopkins by a most friendly driver of Virgin Limousine, arranged by the hotel. Location atop Nob Hill is great, architecturally stunning building. Rooms are decorated with beautiful fabrics, great beds and all marble bathrooms. We took advantage of the rate including breakfast, which I would recommend to everyone. The breakfast at Top of the Mark was one of the best we have experienced in a hotel in a long time; delicious food, excellent staff who cared for every detail. Most importantly, the view is fantastic!!!! On weekend nights, it is possible to have dinner and drinks in Top of the Mark as well, with great live jazz, dancing, cocktails and the city lights all around you. Top of the Mark is reason enough to stay at The InterContinental alone! All in all, our stay at The Mark Hopkins added a lot to our weekend in San Francisco. Although we stopped by the new Four Seasons, which looked gorgeous inside, we would choose The Mark Hopkins again for ambiance, location, and breakfast at Top of the Mark.

The breakfast at Top of the Mark was one of the best we have experienced in a hotel in a long time; delicious food, <hl> excellent <hl> staff who cared for every detail.

We returned to The Mark Hopkins this summer after more than a decade and had an outstanding long weekend. We arrived at San Francisco Airport and were brought to The Mark Hopkins by a most friendly driver of Virgin Limousine, arranged by the hotel. Location atop Nob Hill is great, architecturally stunning building. Rooms are decorated with beautiful fabrics, great beds and all marble bathrooms. We took advantage of the rate including breakfast, which I would recommend to everyone. The breakfast at Top of the Mark was one of the best we have experienced in a hotel in a long time; delicious food, <hl> excellent <hl> staff who cared for every detail. Most importantly, the view is fantastic!!!! On weekend nights, it is possible to have dinner and drinks in Top of the Mark as well, with great live jazz, dancing, cocktails and the city lights all around you. Top of the Mark is reason enough to stay at The InterContinental alone! All in all, our stay at The Mark Hopkins added a lot to our weekend in San Francisco. Although we stopped by the new Four Seasons, which looked gorgeous inside, we would choose The Mark Hopkins again for ambiance, location, and breakfast at Top of the Mark.

We returned to The Mark Hopkins this summer after more than a decade and had an outstanding long weekend. We arrived at San Francisco Airport and were brought to The Mark Hopkins by a most friendly driver of Virgin Limousine, arranged by the hotel. Location atop Nob Hill is great, architecturally stunning building. Rooms are decorated with beautiful fabrics, great beds and all marble bathrooms. We took advantage of the rate including breakfast, which I would recommend to everyone. <hl> The breakfast at Top of the Mark was one of the best we have experienced in a hotel in a long time; delicious food, excellent staff who cared for every detail. <hl> Most importantly, the view is fantastic!!!! On weekend nights, it is possible to have dinner and drinks in Top of the Mark as well, with great live jazz, dancing, cocktails and the city lights all around you. Top of the Mark is reason enough to stay at The InterContinental alone! All in all, our stay at The Mark Hopkins added a lot to our weekend in San Francisco. Although we stopped by the new Four Seasons, which looked gorgeous inside, we would choose The Mark Hopkins again for ambiance, location, and breakfast at Top of the Mark.

tripadvisor_review_11376

tripadvisor

The bed and bedding were wonderful

question: How was bed quality on rooms?, context: I have been to the city a few times now. Spending a night here and there. Stayed Friday night before flight at the Orchard Hotel on Bush. Very nice staff very friendily. Even the cleaning staff greeted you. While at breakfast Cornell the valet brought our car down and loaded it for us. The bed and bedding were wonderful. Great location just two blocks off Union Square. I will definitely return.

How was bed quality on rooms?

The bed and bedding were wonderful .

I have been to the city a few times now. Spending a night here and there. Stayed Friday night before flight at the Orchard Hotel on Bush. Very nice staff very friendily. Even the cleaning staff greeted you. While at breakfast Cornell the valet brought our car down and loaded it for us. The bed and bedding were wonderful. Great location just two blocks off Union Square. I will definitely return.

<hl> The bed and bedding were wonderful <hl> .

I have been to the city a few times now. Spending a night here and there. Stayed Friday night before flight at the Orchard Hotel on Bush. Very nice staff very friendily. Even the cleaning staff greeted you. While at breakfast Cornell the valet brought our car down and loaded it for us. <hl> The bed and bedding were wonderful <hl>. Great location just two blocks off Union Square. I will definitely return.

I have been to the city a few times now. Spending a night here and there. Stayed Friday night before flight at the Orchard Hotel on Bush. Very nice staff very friendily. Even the cleaning staff greeted you. While at breakfast Cornell the valet brought our car down and loaded it for us. <hl> The bed and bedding were wonderful . <hl> Great location just two blocks off Union Square. I will definitely return.

tripadvisor_review_719

tripadvisor

Loved the decor

question: Is a interesting decor in the hotel?, context: Everyone has said it already. Great hotel, hip style, great location. Right off union square and we booked three nights for a rate of less than $100 a night. Even friends who were locals in SF couldn't believe the deal. Right across from the Curan and ACT Theatres and a block to the square and trolley to the wharf or other parts of town. Loved the decor and how the staff made you feel important everytime you came or went through their doors. Was very impressed and had a wonderful stay. Free internet lounges, fitness room (hard to find in the city), buisness center, and diva lounge with snacks and drinks. Just wish we could have stayed longer. LOVED IT!

Is a interesting decor in the hotel?

Loved the decor and how the staff made you feel important everytime you came or went through their doors.

Everyone has said it already. Great hotel, hip style, great location. Right off union square and we booked three nights for a rate of less than $100 a night. Even friends who were locals in SF couldn't believe the deal. Right across from the Curan and ACT Theatres and a block to the square and trolley to the wharf or other parts of town. Loved the decor and how the staff made you feel important everytime you came or went through their doors. Was very impressed and had a wonderful stay. Free internet lounges, fitness room (hard to find in the city), buisness center, and diva lounge with snacks and drinks. Just wish we could have stayed longer. LOVED IT!

<hl> Loved the decor <hl> and how the staff made you feel important everytime you came or went through their doors.

Everyone has said it already. Great hotel, hip style, great location. Right off union square and we booked three nights for a rate of less than $100 a night. Even friends who were locals in SF couldn't believe the deal. Right across from the Curan and ACT Theatres and a block to the square and trolley to the wharf or other parts of town. <hl> Loved the decor <hl> and how the staff made you feel important everytime you came or went through their doors. Was very impressed and had a wonderful stay. Free internet lounges, fitness room (hard to find in the city), buisness center, and diva lounge with snacks and drinks. Just wish we could have stayed longer. LOVED IT!

Everyone has said it already. Great hotel, hip style, great location. Right off union square and we booked three nights for a rate of less than $100 a night. Even friends who were locals in SF couldn't believe the deal. Right across from the Curan and ACT Theatres and a block to the square and trolley to the wharf or other parts of town. <hl> Loved the decor and how the staff made you feel important everytime you came or went through their doors. <hl> Was very impressed and had a wonderful stay. Free internet lounges, fitness room (hard to find in the city), buisness center, and diva lounge with snacks and drinks. Just wish we could have stayed longer. LOVED IT!

tripadvisor_review_7706

tripadvisor

a nice bathroom

question: How is bathrooms quality on rooms of this hotel?, context: We stayed a week after getting a very good price through Expedia and were pleased with our choice. The room was well appointed and of a good size with a nice bathroom. We didn't have a view but that was our choice - we asked for a quiet room and accepted one overlooking the inner courtyard. It was very quiet - these old hotels are so much better built and soundproofed than new ones - apart from the constant background drone of the aircon/heating system which didn't prevent me sleeping and didn't disturb my wife at all.The service was impeccable, from our reception when we first arrived until the morning we departed. All the staff were pleasant, courteous and helpful. We ate in both the Tonga Room and the Laurel Lounge. The Tonga Room's South Sea Island themed ambiance works well enough and the MOR band were fine, if not my cup of tea musically. The single meal we had there was very good if not exceptional and the girls loved their cocktails. We had both lunch and dinner on Christmas Day in the Laurel Lounge. We weren't intending to but discovered that Christmas lunch in the USA is not the same as in the UK! A club sandwich is not my idea of Christmas Lunch, no matter how good it is! The misunderstanding was rectified by then booking Christmas Dinner and this was acheived with minimum fuss despite the restaurant being fully booked that evening. Dinner was fine for a big hotel on Christmas Day and well presented - expensive but that was expected.The Nob Hill location is very central and most of the tourist areas of the city are within easy reach. We walked to the Union Square and Market Street shops, Chinatown, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Lombard Street, Ghiradelli Square, and Fishermans Wharf. Walking back is more difficult because that is one steep hill! However, the hotel is at the crossroads of two cable car lines and several bus routes - buy a pass if you stay there!

How is bathrooms quality on rooms of this hotel?

The room was well appointed and of a good size with a nice bathroom .

We stayed a week after getting a very good price through Expedia and were pleased with our choice. The room was well appointed and of a good size with a nice bathroom. We didn't have a view but that was our choice - we asked for a quiet room and accepted one overlooking the inner courtyard. It was very quiet - these old hotels are so much better built and soundproofed than new ones - apart from the constant background drone of the aircon/heating system which didn't prevent me sleeping and didn't disturb my wife at all.The service was impeccable, from our reception when we first arrived until the morning we departed. All the staff were pleasant, courteous and helpful. We ate in both the Tonga Room and the Laurel Lounge. The Tonga Room's South Sea Island themed ambiance works well enough and the MOR band were fine, if not my cup of tea musically. The single meal we had there was very good if not exceptional and the girls loved their cocktails. We had both lunch and dinner on Christmas Day in the Laurel Lounge. We weren't intending to but discovered that Christmas lunch in the USA is not the same as in the UK! A club sandwich is not my idea of Christmas Lunch, no matter how good it is! The misunderstanding was rectified by then booking Christmas Dinner and this was acheived with minimum fuss despite the restaurant being fully booked that evening. Dinner was fine for a big hotel on Christmas Day and well presented - expensive but that was expected.The Nob Hill location is very central and most of the tourist areas of the city are within easy reach. We walked to the Union Square and Market Street shops, Chinatown, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Lombard Street, Ghiradelli Square, and Fishermans Wharf. Walking back is more difficult because that is one steep hill! However, the hotel is at the crossroads of two cable car lines and several bus routes - buy a pass if you stay there!

The room was well appointed and of a good size with <hl> a nice bathroom <hl> .

We stayed a week after getting a very good price through Expedia and were pleased with our choice. The room was well appointed and of a good size with <hl> a nice bathroom <hl>. We didn't have a view but that was our choice - we asked for a quiet room and accepted one overlooking the inner courtyard. It was very quiet - these old hotels are so much better built and soundproofed than new ones - apart from the constant background drone of the aircon/heating system which didn't prevent me sleeping and didn't disturb my wife at all.The service was impeccable, from our reception when we first arrived until the morning we departed. All the staff were pleasant, courteous and helpful. We ate in both the Tonga Room and the Laurel Lounge. The Tonga Room's South Sea Island themed ambiance works well enough and the MOR band were fine, if not my cup of tea musically. The single meal we had there was very good if not exceptional and the girls loved their cocktails. We had both lunch and dinner on Christmas Day in the Laurel Lounge. We weren't intending to but discovered that Christmas lunch in the USA is not the same as in the UK! A club sandwich is not my idea of Christmas Lunch, no matter how good it is! The misunderstanding was rectified by then booking Christmas Dinner and this was acheived with minimum fuss despite the restaurant being fully booked that evening. Dinner was fine for a big hotel on Christmas Day and well presented - expensive but that was expected.The Nob Hill location is very central and most of the tourist areas of the city are within easy reach. We walked to the Union Square and Market Street shops, Chinatown, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Lombard Street, Ghiradelli Square, and Fishermans Wharf. Walking back is more difficult because that is one steep hill! However, the hotel is at the crossroads of two cable car lines and several bus routes - buy a pass if you stay there!

We stayed a week after getting a very good price through Expedia and were pleased with our choice. <hl> The room was well appointed and of a good size with a nice bathroom . <hl> We didn't have a view but that was our choice - we asked for a quiet room and accepted one overlooking the inner courtyard. It was very quiet - these old hotels are so much better built and soundproofed than new ones - apart from the constant background drone of the aircon/heating system which didn't prevent me sleeping and didn't disturb my wife at all. The service was impeccable, from our reception when we first arrived until the morning we departed. All the staff were pleasant, courteous and helpful. We ate in both the Tonga Room and the Laurel Lounge. The Tonga Room's South Sea Island themed ambiance works well enough and the MOR band were fine, if not my cup of tea musically. The single meal we had there was very good if not exceptional and the girls loved their cocktails. We had both lunch and dinner on Christmas Day in the Laurel Lounge. We weren't intending to but discovered that Christmas lunch in the USA is not the same as in the UK! A club sandwich is not my idea of Christmas Lunch, no matter how good it is! The misunderstanding was rectified by then booking Christmas Dinner and this was acheived with minimum fuss despite the restaurant being fully booked that evening. Dinner was fine for a big hotel on Christmas Day and well presented - expensive but that was expected. The Nob Hill location is very central and most of the tourist areas of the city are within easy reach. We walked to the Union Square and Market Street shops, Chinatown, North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Lombard Street, Ghiradelli Square, and Fishermans Wharf. Walking back is more difficult because that is one steep hill! However, the hotel is at the crossroads of two cable car lines and several bus routes - buy a pass if you stay there!

tripadvisor_review_3267

tripadvisor

the hotel so it was pretty quiet

question: Do you know any close hotel?, context: After much research, I selected the Rex based on positive reviews, competitive pricing, and a great location. I was not disappointed with my decision! I stayed in room 502 (executive king). It was a very nice sized room - especialy by San Fran standards. 502 is located in the back of the hotel so it was pretty quiet. However, I still used my white noise machine. The hotel is charming, clean, and nicely decorated. The staff was probably the best I have ever encountered. Professional yet very friendly and accomodating. Even the maids were smiling. They seemed happy to be there. Wow. I did not realize this until our stay was almost over, but there is &quot;study&quot; which has 2 computers and a printer. Very nice to be able to check email and print off your boarding pass. We were going to be adventurous and ride BART to the airport but an hour before we were to check out we reconsidered. The staff lined up a shuttle for us in no time flat. They also helped us arrange a tour to Muir Woods. If I ever find myself in SF again I will certainly return to the Rex!

Do you know any close hotel?

502 is located in the back of the hotel so it was pretty quiet .

After much research, I selected the Rex based on positive reviews, competitive pricing, and a great location. I was not disappointed with my decision! I stayed in room 502 (executive king). It was a very nice sized room - especialy by San Fran standards. 502 is located in the back of the hotel so it was pretty quiet. However, I still used my white noise machine. The hotel is charming, clean, and nicely decorated. The staff was probably the best I have ever encountered. Professional yet very friendly and accomodating. Even the maids were smiling. They seemed happy to be there. Wow. I did not realize this until our stay was almost over, but there is &quot;study&quot; which has 2 computers and a printer. Very nice to be able to check email and print off your boarding pass. We were going to be adventurous and ride BART to the airport but an hour before we were to check out we reconsidered. The staff lined up a shuttle for us in no time flat. They also helped us arrange a tour to Muir Woods. If I ever find myself in SF again I will certainly return to the Rex!

502 is located in the back of <hl> the hotel so it was pretty quiet <hl> .

After much research, I selected the Rex based on positive reviews, competitive pricing, and a great location. I was not disappointed with my decision! I stayed in room 502 (executive king). It was a very nice sized room - especialy by San Fran standards. 502 is located in the back of <hl> the hotel so it was pretty quiet <hl>. However, I still used my white noise machine. The hotel is charming, clean, and nicely decorated. The staff was probably the best I have ever encountered. Professional yet very friendly and accomodating. Even the maids were smiling. They seemed happy to be there. Wow. I did not realize this until our stay was almost over, but there is &quot;study&quot; which has 2 computers and a printer. Very nice to be able to check email and print off your boarding pass. We were going to be adventurous and ride BART to the airport but an hour before we were to check out we reconsidered. The staff lined up a shuttle for us in no time flat. They also helped us arrange a tour to Muir Woods. If I ever find myself in SF again I will certainly return to the Rex!

After much research, I selected the Rex based on positive reviews, competitive pricing, and a great location. I was not disappointed with my decision! I stayed in room 502 (executive king). It was a very nice sized room - especialy by San Fran standards. <hl> 502 is located in the back of the hotel so it was pretty quiet . <hl> However, I still used my white noise machine. The hotel is charming, clean, and nicely decorated. The staff was probably the best I have ever encountered. Professional yet very friendly and accomodating. Even the maids were smiling. They seemed happy to be there. Wow. I did not realize this until our stay was almost over, but there is &quot;study&quot; which has 2 computers and a printer. Very nice to be able to check email and print off your boarding pass. We were going to be adventurous and ride BART to the airport but an hour before we were to check out we reconsidered. The staff lined up a shuttle for us in no time flat. They also helped us arrange a tour to Muir Woods. If I ever find myself in SF again I will certainly return to the Rex!

tripadvisor_review_2671

tripadvisor

The staff were so friendly

question: How is the service?, context: What a great find. Nice value, young woman during reservation did all she could to help me get a great deal as well as ask what we were doing while we were in SF. Perfect location, nice deal on breakfast, everything fresh. The staff were so friendly. Nice rooms. Loved it all.The fitness center was not really a fitness center with 3 machines and no weights but oh well

How is the service?

The staff were so friendly .

What a great find. Nice value, young woman during reservation did all she could to help me get a great deal as well as ask what we were doing while we were in SF. Perfect location, nice deal on breakfast, everything fresh. The staff were so friendly. Nice rooms. Loved it all.The fitness center was not really a fitness center with 3 machines and no weights but oh well

<hl> The staff were so friendly <hl> .

What a great find. Nice value, young woman during reservation did all she could to help me get a great deal as well as ask what we were doing while we were in SF. Perfect location, nice deal on breakfast, everything fresh. <hl> The staff were so friendly <hl>. Nice rooms. Loved it all.The fitness center was not really a fitness center with 3 machines and no weights but oh well

What a great find. Nice value, young woman during reservation did all she could to help me get a great deal as well as ask what we were doing while we were in SF. Perfect location, nice deal on breakfast, everything fresh. <hl> The staff were so friendly . <hl> Nice rooms. Loved it all. The fitness center was not really a fitness center with 3 machines and no weights but oh well

tripadvisor_review_681

tripadvisor

There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about

question: How were the conditions of the hotel?, context: If you can stay for less than $100/night, then this hotel is fine. There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about. However, if you are looking for a nice place to stay for $100 or more per night, I would choose somewhere else. First, on Tuesday night around 9 p.m., I called for a wake up call and no one answered. I hung up and kept calling back every 15 minutes with the same results. After an hour of trying, I called every number I could find -- front desk, conceirge, housekeeping, room service, etc. and NO ONE answered the phone. This was very frustrating. (However, I was able to place a wake up call request on the other nights of my stay)Second, I wouldn't rely solely on the wake-up call. It wouldn't ever be right at the specified time.Third, the street noise was extremely loud. I heard sirens and construction noise all day and night the entire week. As I was checking out, a colleague told me there are floor vents that are left open, but if you close them, it quiets the noise significantly. I wish I had been told I could close those vents (or if those vents had been closed in the first place.)In conclusion, this hotel is fine, but I'd stay somewhere else with all the great hotels San Francisco offers!

How were the conditions of the hotel?

There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about .

If you can stay for less than $100/night, then this hotel is fine. There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about. However, if you are looking for a nice place to stay for $100 or more per night, I would choose somewhere else. First, on Tuesday night around 9 p.m., I called for a wake up call and no one answered. I hung up and kept calling back every 15 minutes with the same results. After an hour of trying, I called every number I could find -- front desk, conceirge, housekeeping, room service, etc. and NO ONE answered the phone. This was very frustrating. (However, I was able to place a wake up call request on the other nights of my stay)Second, I wouldn't rely solely on the wake-up call. It wouldn't ever be right at the specified time.Third, the street noise was extremely loud. I heard sirens and construction noise all day and night the entire week. As I was checking out, a colleague told me there are floor vents that are left open, but if you close them, it quiets the noise significantly. I wish I had been told I could close those vents (or if those vents had been closed in the first place.)In conclusion, this hotel is fine, but I'd stay somewhere else with all the great hotels San Francisco offers!

<hl> There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about <hl> .

If you can stay for less than $100/night, then this hotel is fine. <hl> There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about <hl>. However, if you are looking for a nice place to stay for $100 or more per night, I would choose somewhere else. First, on Tuesday night around 9 p.m., I called for a wake up call and no one answered. I hung up and kept calling back every 15 minutes with the same results. After an hour of trying, I called every number I could find -- front desk, conceirge, housekeeping, room service, etc. and NO ONE answered the phone. This was very frustrating. (However, I was able to place a wake up call request on the other nights of my stay)Second, I wouldn't rely solely on the wake-up call. It wouldn't ever be right at the specified time.Third, the street noise was extremely loud. I heard sirens and construction noise all day and night the entire week. As I was checking out, a colleague told me there are floor vents that are left open, but if you close them, it quiets the noise significantly. I wish I had been told I could close those vents (or if those vents had been closed in the first place.)In conclusion, this hotel is fine, but I'd stay somewhere else with all the great hotels San Francisco offers!

If you can stay for less than $100/night, then this hotel is fine. <hl> There's nothing disgusting or unsafe about . <hl> However, if you are looking for a nice place to stay for $100 or more per night, I would choose somewhere else. First, on Tuesday night around 9 p.m., I called for a wake up call and no one answered. I hung up and kept calling back every 15 minutes with the same results. After an hour of trying, I called every number I could find -- front desk, conceirge, housekeeping, room service, etc. and NO ONE answered the phone. This was very frustrating. (However, I was able to place a wake up call request on the other nights of my stay)Second, I wouldn't rely solely on the wake-up call. It wouldn't ever be right at the specified time. Third, the street noise was extremely loud. I heard sirens and construction noise all day and night the entire week. As I was checking out, a colleague told me there are floor vents that are left open, but if you close them, it quiets the noise significantly. I wish I had been told I could close those vents (or if those vents had been closed in the first place.)In conclusion, this hotel is fine, but I'd stay somewhere else with all the great hotels San Francisco offers!

tripadvisor_review_8253

tripadvisor

This place is lovely and comfortable

question: How good are the staff here?, context: Loved this hotel!! Saw it reviewed on &quot;Great Hotels&quot; on the Travel Channel. This place is lovely and comfortable. The people were helpful and nice. We had &quot;Sparky&quot; the fish added on request to our room which was totally cute. The suite we stayed in was great with the jacuzzi tube. We loved the beautiful Grand Cafe located next door and We took advantage of Spa Eq located on the hotel's lower level. It is a co-ed facility so be aware of that. We would go back in a &quot;hot second&quot;! The Hotel Monaco is simply marvelous, darling.

How good are the staff here?

This place is lovely and comfortable .

Loved this hotel!! Saw it reviewed on &quot;Great Hotels&quot; on the Travel Channel. This place is lovely and comfortable. The people were helpful and nice. We had &quot;Sparky&quot; the fish added on request to our room which was totally cute. The suite we stayed in was great with the jacuzzi tube. We loved the beautiful Grand Cafe located next door and We took advantage of Spa Eq located on the hotel's lower level. It is a co-ed facility so be aware of that. We would go back in a &quot;hot second&quot;! The Hotel Monaco is simply marvelous, darling.

<hl> This place is lovely and comfortable <hl> .

Loved this hotel!! Saw it reviewed on &quot;Great Hotels&quot; on the Travel Channel. <hl> This place is lovely and comfortable <hl>. The people were helpful and nice. We had &quot;Sparky&quot; the fish added on request to our room which was totally cute. The suite we stayed in was great with the jacuzzi tube. We loved the beautiful Grand Cafe located next door and We took advantage of Spa Eq located on the hotel's lower level. It is a co-ed facility so be aware of that. We would go back in a &quot;hot second&quot;! The Hotel Monaco is simply marvelous, darling.

Loved this hotel!! Saw it reviewed on &quot;Great Hotels&quot; on the Travel Channel. <hl> This place is lovely and comfortable . <hl> The people were helpful and nice. We had &quot;Sparky&quot; the fish added on request to our room which was totally cute. The suite we stayed in was great with the jacuzzi tube. We loved the beautiful Grand Cafe located next door and We took advantage of Spa Eq located on the hotel's lower level. It is a co-ed facility so be aware of that. We would go back in a &quot;hot second&quot;! The Hotel Monaco is simply marvelous, darling.

tripadvisor_review_1708

tripadvisor

the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran

question: How is the parking?, context: Booked our stay off the internet based on positive reviews and some posted photos. Didn't know what to expect when we arrived but once in our room was pleasantly surprised to find very clean quarters, bedding and bathroom. Nice little continental breakfast in the morning and you can't beat the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran. Great desk help with directions and they even lent us umbrella's on the days it rained. Felt very safe in the neighborhood which is full of shops and restaurants and close to bus and cable cars. Try Polker's for breakfast, great burgers too! Near Pacific Hts. upscale homes. The weekend that we left to come home was already booked full. If it just needs to be clean and comfortable but not fancy, definately try this place. Very well kept secret ! Won't hestitate to stay again when we come back. Thanks Damon!The Gribb's Cleveland, Ohio

How is the parking?

Nice little continental breakfast in the morning and you can't beat the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran .

Booked our stay off the internet based on positive reviews and some posted photos. Didn't know what to expect when we arrived but once in our room was pleasantly surprised to find very clean quarters, bedding and bathroom. Nice little continental breakfast in the morning and you can't beat the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran. Great desk help with directions and they even lent us umbrella's on the days it rained. Felt very safe in the neighborhood which is full of shops and restaurants and close to bus and cable cars. Try Polker's for breakfast, great burgers too! Near Pacific Hts. upscale homes. The weekend that we left to come home was already booked full. If it just needs to be clean and comfortable but not fancy, definately try this place. Very well kept secret ! Won't hestitate to stay again when we come back. Thanks Damon!The Gribb's Cleveland, Ohio

Nice little continental breakfast in the morning and you can't beat <hl> the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran <hl> .

Booked our stay off the internet based on positive reviews and some posted photos. Didn't know what to expect when we arrived but once in our room was pleasantly surprised to find very clean quarters, bedding and bathroom. Nice little continental breakfast in the morning and you can't beat <hl> the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran <hl>. Great desk help with directions and they even lent us umbrella's on the days it rained. Felt very safe in the neighborhood which is full of shops and restaurants and close to bus and cable cars. Try Polker's for breakfast, great burgers too! Near Pacific Hts. upscale homes. The weekend that we left to come home was already booked full. If it just needs to be clean and comfortable but not fancy, definately try this place. Very well kept secret ! Won't hestitate to stay again when we come back. Thanks Damon!The Gribb's Cleveland, Ohio

Booked our stay off the internet based on positive reviews and some posted photos. Didn't know what to expect when we arrived but once in our room was pleasantly surprised to find very clean quarters, bedding and bathroom. <hl> Nice little continental breakfast in the morning and you can't beat the safe, free parking which is not cheap nor plentiful in San Fran . <hl> Great desk help with directions and they even lent us umbrella's on the days it rained. Felt very safe in the neighborhood which is full of shops and restaurants and close to bus and cable cars. Try Polker's for breakfast, great burgers too! Near Pacific Hts. upscale homes. The weekend that we left to come home was already booked full. If it just needs to be clean and comfortable but not fancy, definately try this place. Very well kept secret ! Won't hestitate to stay again when we come back. Thanks Damon!The Gribb's Cleveland, Ohio

tripadvisor_review_4684

tripadvisor

the bathroom was great

question: How is the bathroom?, context: I always try to stay in Marriott hotels because I'm a member of their rewards program. I was a little hesitant to stay after reading some of the reviews but I had a great experience! I travel a lot for business (at least two weeks out of the month) so I have stayed in my fair share of hotels. This was by far one of the best hotels I've stayed in.The staff at check-in was very friendly and gave me a couple options for rooms (one with a city view on the 19th floor or a larger room with a sitting area on the 12th floor) since I was scheduled to stay there for two weeks. I chose the view and it was great! Since I was by myself the room was definitely large enough for me and the bathroom was great. The rooms were clean and quiet (I'm a light sleeper so quiet is very important to me!)The concierge lounge had a very nice breakfast as well as appetizers and dessert at night. The staff at the concierge desk was great and helped me with every question I had. They gave me great recommendations and they were very friendly.The location of the hotel is great! Close to the cable car line and very close to union square with a lot of shops and restaurants! I will definitely be staying here again when I return to San Francisco!

How is the bathroom?

Since I was by myself the room was definitely large enough for me and the bathroom was great .

I always try to stay in Marriott hotels because I'm a member of their rewards program. I was a little hesitant to stay after reading some of the reviews but I had a great experience! I travel a lot for business (at least two weeks out of the month) so I have stayed in my fair share of hotels. This was by far one of the best hotels I've stayed in.The staff at check-in was very friendly and gave me a couple options for rooms (one with a city view on the 19th floor or a larger room with a sitting area on the 12th floor) since I was scheduled to stay there for two weeks. I chose the view and it was great! Since I was by myself the room was definitely large enough for me and the bathroom was great. The rooms were clean and quiet (I'm a light sleeper so quiet is very important to me!)The concierge lounge had a very nice breakfast as well as appetizers and dessert at night. The staff at the concierge desk was great and helped me with every question I had. They gave me great recommendations and they were very friendly.The location of the hotel is great! Close to the cable car line and very close to union square with a lot of shops and restaurants! I will definitely be staying here again when I return to San Francisco!

Since I was by myself the room was definitely large enough for me and <hl> the bathroom was great <hl> .

I always try to stay in Marriott hotels because I'm a member of their rewards program. I was a little hesitant to stay after reading some of the reviews but I had a great experience! I travel a lot for business (at least two weeks out of the month) so I have stayed in my fair share of hotels. This was by far one of the best hotels I've stayed in.The staff at check-in was very friendly and gave me a couple options for rooms (one with a city view on the 19th floor or a larger room with a sitting area on the 12th floor) since I was scheduled to stay there for two weeks. I chose the view and it was great! Since I was by myself the room was definitely large enough for me and <hl> the bathroom was great <hl>. The rooms were clean and quiet (I'm a light sleeper so quiet is very important to me!)The concierge lounge had a very nice breakfast as well as appetizers and dessert at night. The staff at the concierge desk was great and helped me with every question I had. They gave me great recommendations and they were very friendly.The location of the hotel is great! Close to the cable car line and very close to union square with a lot of shops and restaurants! I will definitely be staying here again when I return to San Francisco!

I always try to stay in Marriott hotels because I'm a member of their rewards program. I was a little hesitant to stay after reading some of the reviews but I had a great experience! I travel a lot for business (at least two weeks out of the month) so I have stayed in my fair share of hotels. This was by far one of the best hotels I've stayed in. The staff at check-in was very friendly and gave me a couple options for rooms (one with a city view on the 19th floor or a larger room with a sitting area on the 12th floor) since I was scheduled to stay there for two weeks. I chose the view and it was great! <hl> Since I was by myself the room was definitely large enough for me and the bathroom was great . <hl> The rooms were clean and quiet (I'm a light sleeper so quiet is very important to me!)The concierge lounge had a very nice breakfast as well as appetizers and dessert at night. The staff at the concierge desk was great and helped me with every question I had. They gave me great recommendations and they were very friendly. The location of the hotel is great! Close to the cable car line and very close to union square with a lot of shops and restaurants! I will definitely be staying here again when I return to San Francisco!

tripadvisor_review_8935

tripadvisor

Parking was extremely expensive though

question: How do you rate the parking?, context: This hotel was HUGE! I went for a bachelorette party and this hotel was perfect: it had a great hot tub, was in a prime location with walking distance to restaurants and clubs, and fit a lot of girls into the rooms. There was also a drug store across the street which was convenient for the next morning. Parking was extremely expensive though - try finding a lot to park at nearby.

How do you rate the parking?

Parking was extremely expensive though - try finding a lot to park at nearby.

This hotel was HUGE! I went for a bachelorette party and this hotel was perfect: it had a great hot tub, was in a prime location with walking distance to restaurants and clubs, and fit a lot of girls into the rooms. There was also a drug store across the street which was convenient for the next morning. Parking was extremely expensive though - try finding a lot to park at nearby.

<hl> Parking was extremely expensive though <hl> - try finding a lot to park at nearby.

This hotel was HUGE! I went for a bachelorette party and this hotel was perfect: it had a great hot tub, was in a prime location with walking distance to restaurants and clubs, and fit a lot of girls into the rooms. There was also a drug store across the street which was convenient for the next morning. <hl> Parking was extremely expensive though <hl> - try finding a lot to park at nearby.

This hotel was HUGE! I went for a bachelorette party and this hotel was perfect: it had a great hot tub, was in a prime location with walking distance to restaurants and clubs, and fit a lot of girls into the rooms. There was also a drug store across the street which was convenient for the next morning. <hl> Parking was extremely expensive though - try finding a lot to park at nearby. <hl>

tripadvisor_review_10403

tripadvisor

the bathroom spacious and the location superb

question: Why is your bathroom large?, context: Well I should start by saying that the room was nice, the bathroom spacious and the location superb. It's right in the middle of some great shopping! Overall we enjoyed our stay with a few little hiccups along the way.The minor issues: 1. The hair dryer in the room was fried and we called the front desk to get a replacement. It never came. We had to call a second time before we got a replacement. The good thing is that at least on the second call we got a response within 15 minutes.2. We cancelled a wake-up call but they called anyway - twice. My husband was there on a conference and I chose to sleep late one morning but the wake-up call he cancelled came anyway and woke me up at 4:30am.The major issue:My husband was in the room taking a break from his conference and I was in the shower. We had the privacy sign out on the door and the privacy lock engaged. The mini-bar attendant (a man) took the sign off the door and wedged it on the wall behind our room number. He knocked briefly and then tried to come right on in. The lock prevented the door from opening more than 4 inches. Initially I was upset because if the privacy sign is out it generally means you don't want to be disturbed. The second reason I was upset was that if my husband wasn't in the room at the time and I had forgotten to engage the privacy lock, ... fill in the blanks. Since the shower is right next to the hotel door you can clearly hear it outside in the hall. My only assumption is that either the employee was trying to walk in on something or he simply disregards people's privacy.In my opinion I think this is a serious security concern. When we discussed it with a member of management, she seemed concerned and said she'd speak to the staff and security about the incident.What's interesting is that between the first phone call to the manager and the time I left the room an hour later, it happened a second time. I happened to be at the door about to go out and saw him through the peep hole. He removed the privacy sign from the door and wedged it on the wall again and then knocked. At least this time he didn't try to enter our room.Just be aware of this when thinking of booking your room there. The main lesson to learn is to always put the privacy sign out and to engage the privacy lock when you don't want anyone barging in. This could have happened at any hotel room in the world so take this lesson with you anywhere you choose to stay.Now for the fun stuff:Grand Views lounge on the 36th floor is worth the view but you'll get sticker shock when ordering any drinks. A plain martini is $12 and it had too much vermouth in it. I couldn't finish it because it was horrible but you won't go wrong with wine or beer. This is a great place to go for a quick cup of coffee to enjoy the view but there are better places to get a drink.Perry's Downtown:This place makes a great burger and is a good place to go for drinks or a good burger and a beer. It's about 2 1/2 blocks away from the Hyatt. It's a good lunch place and a good casual dinner place and is reasonable on the wallet.Steps of Rome Trattoria:North BeachThis is the best Italian food!! I had the Gnocchi alla Serentia and it was fantastic! The place doesn't look like much but the people are friendly and the food is wonderful!Pizza Chicago:Ghiradelli SquareGreat pizza joint in a casual atmosphere. Reasonable and worth every penny!La Suite:On Brannan near the Bay BridgeAmazing french food!!! It's in a higher price range but the food is awesome! The bar is trendy, the drinks very generous and the staff is friendly.Hawthorn Lane:I'm not sure where it's located but the food and atmosphere were amazing. This is among the highest priced restaurants in the city but if you love good food and excellent service this is the place for you. I had the lobster - mmm mmm!Alcatraz evening tour:Ok, so I'm not into cheezy tourist stuff but I enjoyed this tour. If for nothing else, go for the views of the city. It's a neat piece of history to check out and has incredible views of the city, the Golden Gate, Angel Island and the Bay Bridge. Bring the tripod though, and turn off the flash if you're using a small tourist digital camera for a great shot.Getting around:We only used taxi services to get to and from SFO and to go out to nicer restaurants. The rest of the time we relied on Muni buses and Cable Cars. Make sure you get a good map of the routes and stops first and you'll be prepared to get anywhere. You'll find more tourists on the cable cars and locals on the buses. You'll also find that peak times (especially weekends) will mean full cable cars and longer waits to get on.Presidio and the Golden Gate:You can either drive or take the bus to the Presidio up to the Golden Gate. There are several photo spots to get some great photos so explore further than just the initial upper level and you'll find some really pretty areas.Palace of Fine Arts:The rotunda is really pretty as was the area surrounding it. The marina district was cool but we didn't explore that much. Next trip maybe.

Why is your bathroom large?

Well I should start by saying that the room was nice, the bathroom spacious and the location superb .

Well I should start by saying that the room was nice, the bathroom spacious and the location superb. It's right in the middle of some great shopping! Overall we enjoyed our stay with a few little hiccups along the way.The minor issues: 1. The hair dryer in the room was fried and we called the front desk to get a replacement. It never came. We had to call a second time before we got a replacement. The good thing is that at least on the second call we got a response within 15 minutes.2. We cancelled a wake-up call but they called anyway - twice. My husband was there on a conference and I chose to sleep late one morning but the wake-up call he cancelled came anyway and woke me up at 4:30am.The major issue:My husband was in the room taking a break from his conference and I was in the shower. We had the privacy sign out on the door and the privacy lock engaged. The mini-bar attendant (a man) took the sign off the door and wedged it on the wall behind our room number. He knocked briefly and then tried to come right on in. The lock prevented the door from opening more than 4 inches. Initially I was upset because if the privacy sign is out it generally means you don't want to be disturbed. The second reason I was upset was that if my husband wasn't in the room at the time and I had forgotten to engage the privacy lock, ... fill in the blanks. Since the shower is right next to the hotel door you can clearly hear it outside in the hall. My only assumption is that either the employee was trying to walk in on something or he simply disregards people's privacy.In my opinion I think this is a serious security concern. When we discussed it with a member of management, she seemed concerned and said she'd speak to the staff and security about the incident.What's interesting is that between the first phone call to the manager and the time I left the room an hour later, it happened a second time. I happened to be at the door about to go out and saw him through the peep hole. He removed the privacy sign from the door and wedged it on the wall again and then knocked. At least this time he didn't try to enter our room.Just be aware of this when thinking of booking your room there. The main lesson to learn is to always put the privacy sign out and to engage the privacy lock when you don't want anyone barging in. This could have happened at any hotel room in the world so take this lesson with you anywhere you choose to stay.Now for the fun stuff:Grand Views lounge on the 36th floor is worth the view but you'll get sticker shock when ordering any drinks. A plain martini is $12 and it had too much vermouth in it. I couldn't finish it because it was horrible but you won't go wrong with wine or beer. This is a great place to go for a quick cup of coffee to enjoy the view but there are better places to get a drink.Perry's Downtown:This place makes a great burger and is a good place to go for drinks or a good burger and a beer. It's about 2 1/2 blocks away from the Hyatt. It's a good lunch place and a good casual dinner place and is reasonable on the wallet.Steps of Rome Trattoria:North BeachThis is the best Italian food!! I had the Gnocchi alla Serentia and it was fantastic! The place doesn't look like much but the people are friendly and the food is wonderful!Pizza Chicago:Ghiradelli SquareGreat pizza joint in a casual atmosphere. Reasonable and worth every penny!La Suite:On Brannan near the Bay BridgeAmazing french food!!! It's in a higher price range but the food is awesome! The bar is trendy, the drinks very generous and the staff is friendly.Hawthorn Lane:I'm not sure where it's located but the food and atmosphere were amazing. This is among the highest priced restaurants in the city but if you love good food and excellent service this is the place for you. I had the lobster - mmm mmm!Alcatraz evening tour:Ok, so I'm not into cheezy tourist stuff but I enjoyed this tour. If for nothing else, go for the views of the city. It's a neat piece of history to check out and has incredible views of the city, the Golden Gate, Angel Island and the Bay Bridge. Bring the tripod though, and turn off the flash if you're using a small tourist digital camera for a great shot.Getting around:We only used taxi services to get to and from SFO and to go out to nicer restaurants. The rest of the time we relied on Muni buses and Cable Cars. Make sure you get a good map of the routes and stops first and you'll be prepared to get anywhere. You'll find more tourists on the cable cars and locals on the buses. You'll also find that peak times (especially weekends) will mean full cable cars and longer waits to get on.Presidio and the Golden Gate:You can either drive or take the bus to the Presidio up to the Golden Gate. There are several photo spots to get some great photos so explore further than just the initial upper level and you'll find some really pretty areas.Palace of Fine Arts:The rotunda is really pretty as was the area surrounding it. The marina district was cool but we didn't explore that much. Next trip maybe.

Well I should start by saying that the room was nice, <hl> the bathroom spacious and the location superb <hl> .

Well I should start by saying that the room was nice, <hl> the bathroom spacious and the location superb <hl>. It's right in the middle of some great shopping! Overall we enjoyed our stay with a few little hiccups along the way.The minor issues: 1. The hair dryer in the room was fried and we called the front desk to get a replacement. It never came. We had to call a second time before we got a replacement. The good thing is that at least on the second call we got a response within 15 minutes.2. We cancelled a wake-up call but they called anyway - twice. My husband was there on a conference and I chose to sleep late one morning but the wake-up call he cancelled came anyway and woke me up at 4:30am.The major issue:My husband was in the room taking a break from his conference and I was in the shower. We had the privacy sign out on the door and the privacy lock engaged. The mini-bar attendant (a man) took the sign off the door and wedged it on the wall behind our room number. He knocked briefly and then tried to come right on in. The lock prevented the door from opening more than 4 inches. Initially I was upset because if the privacy sign is out it generally means you don't want to be disturbed. The second reason I was upset was that if my husband wasn't in the room at the time and I had forgotten to engage the privacy lock, ... fill in the blanks. Since the shower is right next to the hotel door you can clearly hear it outside in the hall. My only assumption is that either the employee was trying to walk in on something or he simply disregards people's privacy.In my opinion I think this is a serious security concern. When we discussed it with a member of management, she seemed concerned and said she'd speak to the staff and security about the incident.What's interesting is that between the first phone call to the manager and the time I left the room an hour later, it happened a second time. I happened to be at the door about to go out and saw him through the peep hole. He removed the privacy sign from the door and wedged it on the wall again and then knocked. At least this time he didn't try to enter our room.Just be aware of this when thinking of booking your room there. The main lesson to learn is to always put the privacy sign out and to engage the privacy lock when you don't want anyone barging in. This could have happened at any hotel room in the world so take this lesson with you anywhere you choose to stay.Now for the fun stuff:Grand Views lounge on the 36th floor is worth the view but you'll get sticker shock when ordering any drinks. A plain martini is $12 and it had too much vermouth in it. I couldn't finish it because it was horrible but you won't go wrong with wine or beer. This is a great place to go for a quick cup of coffee to enjoy the view but there are better places to get a drink.Perry's Downtown:This place makes a great burger and is a good place to go for drinks or a good burger and a beer. It's about 2 1/2 blocks away from the Hyatt. It's a good lunch place and a good casual dinner place and is reasonable on the wallet.Steps of Rome Trattoria:North BeachThis is the best Italian food!! I had the Gnocchi alla Serentia and it was fantastic! The place doesn't look like much but the people are friendly and the food is wonderful!Pizza Chicago:Ghiradelli SquareGreat pizza joint in a casual atmosphere. Reasonable and worth every penny!La Suite:On Brannan near the Bay BridgeAmazing french food!!! It's in a higher price range but the food is awesome! The bar is trendy, the drinks very generous and the staff is friendly.Hawthorn Lane:I'm not sure where it's located but the food and atmosphere were amazing. This is among the highest priced restaurants in the city but if you love good food and excellent service this is the place for you. I had the lobster - mmm mmm!Alcatraz evening tour:Ok, so I'm not into cheezy tourist stuff but I enjoyed this tour. If for nothing else, go for the views of the city. It's a neat piece of history to check out and has incredible views of the city, the Golden Gate, Angel Island and the Bay Bridge. Bring the tripod though, and turn off the flash if you're using a small tourist digital camera for a great shot.Getting around:We only used taxi services to get to and from SFO and to go out to nicer restaurants. The rest of the time we relied on Muni buses and Cable Cars. Make sure you get a good map of the routes and stops first and you'll be prepared to get anywhere. You'll find more tourists on the cable cars and locals on the buses. You'll also find that peak times (especially weekends) will mean full cable cars and longer waits to get on.Presidio and the Golden Gate:You can either drive or take the bus to the Presidio up to the Golden Gate. There are several photo spots to get some great photos so explore further than just the initial upper level and you'll find some really pretty areas.Palace of Fine Arts:The rotunda is really pretty as was the area surrounding it. The marina district was cool but we didn't explore that much. Next trip maybe.

<hl> Well I should start by saying that the room was nice, the bathroom spacious and the location superb . <hl> It's right in the middle of some great shopping! Overall we enjoyed our stay with a few little hiccups along the way. The minor issues: 1. The hair dryer in the room was fried and we called the front desk to get a replacement. It never came. We had to call a second time before we got a replacement. The good thing is that at least on the second call we got a response within 15 minutes.2. We cancelled a wake-up call but they called anyway - twice. My husband was there on a conference and I chose to sleep late one morning but the wake-up call he cancelled came anyway and woke me up at 4:30am. The major issue:My husband was in the room taking a break from his conference and I was in the shower. We had the privacy sign out on the door and the privacy lock engaged. The mini-bar attendant (a man) took the sign off the door and wedged it on the wall behind our room number. He knocked briefly and then tried to come right on in. The lock prevented the door from opening more than 4 inches. Initially I was upset because if the privacy sign is out it generally means you don't want to be disturbed. The second reason I was upset was that if my husband wasn't in the room at the time and I had forgotten to engage the privacy lock, ... fill in the blanks. Since the shower is right next to the hotel door you can clearly hear it outside in the hall. My only assumption is that either the employee was trying to walk in on something or he simply disregards people's privacy. In my opinion I think this is a serious security concern. When we discussed it with a member of management, she seemed concerned and said she'd speak to the staff and security about the incident. What's interesting is that between the first phone call to the manager and the time I left the room an hour later, it happened a second time. I happened to be at the door about to go out and saw him through the peep hole. He removed the privacy sign from the door and wedged it on the wall again and then knocked. At least this time he didn't try to enter our room. Just be aware of this when thinking of booking your room there. The main lesson to learn is to always put the privacy sign out and to engage the privacy lock when you don't want anyone barging in. This could have happened at any hotel room in the world so take this lesson with you anywhere you choose to stay. Now for the fun stuff:Grand Views lounge on the 36th floor is worth the view but you'll get sticker shock when ordering any drinks. A plain martini is $12 and it had too much vermouth in it. I couldn't finish it because it was horrible but you won't go wrong with wine or beer. This is a great place to go for a quick cup of coffee to enjoy the view but there are better places to get a drink. Perry's Downtown:This place makes a great burger and is a good place to go for drinks or a good burger and a beer. It's about 2 1/2 blocks away from the Hyatt. It's a good lunch place and a good casual dinner place and is reasonable on the wallet. Steps of Rome Trattoria:North BeachThis is the best Italian food!! I had the Gnocchi alla Serentia and it was fantastic! The place doesn't look like much but the people are friendly and the food is wonderful!Pizza Chicago:Ghiradelli SquareGreat pizza joint in a casual atmosphere. Reasonable and worth every penny!La Suite:On Brannan near the Bay BridgeAmazing french food!!! It's in a higher price range but the food is awesome! The bar is trendy, the drinks very generous and the staff is friendly. Hawthorn Lane:I'm not sure where it's located but the food and atmosphere were amazing. This is among the highest priced restaurants in the city but if you love good food and excellent service this is the place for you. I had the lobster - mmm mmm!Alcatraz evening tour:Ok, so I'm not into cheezy tourist stuff but I enjoyed this tour. If for nothing else, go for the views of the city. It's a neat piece of history to check out and has incredible views of the city, the Golden Gate, Angel Island and the Bay Bridge. Bring the tripod though, and turn off the flash if you're using a small tourist digital camera for a great shot. Getting around:We only used taxi services to get to and from SFO and to go out to nicer restaurants. The rest of the time we relied on Muni buses and Cable Cars. Make sure you get a good map of the routes and stops first and you'll be prepared to get anywhere. You'll find more tourists on the cable cars and locals on the buses. You'll also find that peak times (especially weekends) will mean full cable cars and longer waits to get on. Presidio and the Golden Gate:You can either drive or take the bus to the Presidio up to the Golden Gate. There are several photo spots to get some great photos so explore further than just the initial upper level and you'll find some really pretty areas. Palace of Fine Arts:The rotunda is really pretty as was the area surrounding it. The marina district was cool but we didn't explore that much. Next trip maybe.

tripadvisor_review_12262

tripadvisor

bartender was very friendly and accommodating

question: Is this a nice bartender?, context: My husband and I stayed our last night in San Francisco at this hotel, after spending the previous night on Nob Hill.Check-in was very smooth and we were treated very well. I had made a couple requests months ago when I booked my room, and they were granted without a reminder! I had requested a room on the top floor, facing Jones street (as recommended by other TripAdvisor users!) I was pleased to see they had noted my requests and honored them. The room was a little small, but that didn't really bother us.. We didn't plan a trip to San Francisco to sit in our room! I couldn't wait to try out this bed so many other people have raved about, so I sat down and leaned back, and just sank in!!! It felt so comfortable, I couldn't wait to spend a night there. The view out of our room was decent, we had a pretty good view of a portion of downtown. My biggest complaint about this hotel involves the bathroom. It is definitely showing its age... but the largest problem can easily be fixed! The shower curtain is just plain TACKY. It does not match the class of the hotel by any means, and it would not be hard for Marriott to get some more neutral shower curtains that are more pleasant to look at! The provided toiletries are Bath and Body works- they smell so wonderful and are a nice touch. Parking was once again steep, at $38 a night, but I was prepared for that. It was nice to be so close to the Wharf, where we specifically wanted to be because we were taking a night tour of Alcatraz. When that was finished, it was a quick walk back to the hotel. However, the Marriott is a block or so further inland than many of the other wharf hotels... If you really want to be right on the main strip, the Courtyard or Arognaut will get you a bit closer. The Holiday Inn looked pretty run down, at least from the outside. When we got back to our hotel, we went over to the bar to get some dessert. The menu was rather limited, and nothing looked that great, so we decided to get a pizza to bring back to our room. The bartender was very friendly and accommodating. The bed was VERY comfortable, and we had a great nights' sleep! My husband, however, didn't enjoy the feather bed, but I sure did! It must have been because our room faced Jones Street, but we had absolutely no problem with noise. This is a great hotel, and I had a wonderful experience. I would stay here again, though if I visit San Francisco again, I would prefer to stay in the more immediate downtown area rather than on Fisherman's Wharf. However, it was the perfect location for us to stay after spending an afternoon and evening on the Wharf and at Alcatraz.

Is this a nice bartender?

The bartender was very friendly and accommodating .

My husband and I stayed our last night in San Francisco at this hotel, after spending the previous night on Nob Hill.Check-in was very smooth and we were treated very well. I had made a couple requests months ago when I booked my room, and they were granted without a reminder! I had requested a room on the top floor, facing Jones street (as recommended by other TripAdvisor users!) I was pleased to see they had noted my requests and honored them. The room was a little small, but that didn't really bother us.. We didn't plan a trip to San Francisco to sit in our room! I couldn't wait to try out this bed so many other people have raved about, so I sat down and leaned back, and just sank in!!! It felt so comfortable, I couldn't wait to spend a night there. The view out of our room was decent, we had a pretty good view of a portion of downtown. My biggest complaint about this hotel involves the bathroom. It is definitely showing its age... but the largest problem can easily be fixed! The shower curtain is just plain TACKY. It does not match the class of the hotel by any means, and it would not be hard for Marriott to get some more neutral shower curtains that are more pleasant to look at! The provided toiletries are Bath and Body works- they smell so wonderful and are a nice touch. Parking was once again steep, at $38 a night, but I was prepared for that. It was nice to be so close to the Wharf, where we specifically wanted to be because we were taking a night tour of Alcatraz. When that was finished, it was a quick walk back to the hotel. However, the Marriott is a block or so further inland than many of the other wharf hotels... If you really want to be right on the main strip, the Courtyard or Arognaut will get you a bit closer. The Holiday Inn looked pretty run down, at least from the outside. When we got back to our hotel, we went over to the bar to get some dessert. The menu was rather limited, and nothing looked that great, so we decided to get a pizza to bring back to our room. The bartender was very friendly and accommodating. The bed was VERY comfortable, and we had a great nights' sleep! My husband, however, didn't enjoy the feather bed, but I sure did! It must have been because our room faced Jones Street, but we had absolutely no problem with noise. This is a great hotel, and I had a wonderful experience. I would stay here again, though if I visit San Francisco again, I would prefer to stay in the more immediate downtown area rather than on Fisherman's Wharf. However, it was the perfect location for us to stay after spending an afternoon and evening on the Wharf and at Alcatraz.

The <hl> bartender was very friendly and accommodating <hl> .

My husband and I stayed our last night in San Francisco at this hotel, after spending the previous night on Nob Hill.Check-in was very smooth and we were treated very well. I had made a couple requests months ago when I booked my room, and they were granted without a reminder! I had requested a room on the top floor, facing Jones street (as recommended by other TripAdvisor users!) I was pleased to see they had noted my requests and honored them. The room was a little small, but that didn't really bother us.. We didn't plan a trip to San Francisco to sit in our room! I couldn't wait to try out this bed so many other people have raved about, so I sat down and leaned back, and just sank in!!! It felt so comfortable, I couldn't wait to spend a night there. The view out of our room was decent, we had a pretty good view of a portion of downtown. My biggest complaint about this hotel involves the bathroom. It is definitely showing its age... but the largest problem can easily be fixed! The shower curtain is just plain TACKY. It does not match the class of the hotel by any means, and it would not be hard for Marriott to get some more neutral shower curtains that are more pleasant to look at! The provided toiletries are Bath and Body works- they smell so wonderful and are a nice touch. Parking was once again steep, at $38 a night, but I was prepared for that. It was nice to be so close to the Wharf, where we specifically wanted to be because we were taking a night tour of Alcatraz. When that was finished, it was a quick walk back to the hotel. However, the Marriott is a block or so further inland than many of the other wharf hotels... If you really want to be right on the main strip, the Courtyard or Arognaut will get you a bit closer. The Holiday Inn looked pretty run down, at least from the outside. When we got back to our hotel, we went over to the bar to get some dessert. The menu was rather limited, and nothing looked that great, so we decided to get a pizza to bring back to our room. The <hl> bartender was very friendly and accommodating <hl>. The bed was VERY comfortable, and we had a great nights' sleep! My husband, however, didn't enjoy the feather bed, but I sure did! It must have been because our room faced Jones Street, but we had absolutely no problem with noise. This is a great hotel, and I had a wonderful experience. I would stay here again, though if I visit San Francisco again, I would prefer to stay in the more immediate downtown area rather than on Fisherman's Wharf. However, it was the perfect location for us to stay after spending an afternoon and evening on the Wharf and at Alcatraz.

My husband and I stayed our last night in San Francisco at this hotel, after spending the previous night on Nob Hill. Check-in was very smooth and we were treated very well. I had made a couple requests months ago when I booked my room, and they were granted without a reminder! I had requested a room on the top floor, facing Jones street (as recommended by other TripAdvisor users!) I was pleased to see they had noted my requests and honored them. The room was a little small, but that didn't really bother us.. We didn't plan a trip to San Francisco to sit in our room! I couldn't wait to try out this bed so many other people have raved about, so I sat down and leaned back, and just sank in!!! It felt so comfortable, I couldn't wait to spend a night there. The view out of our room was decent, we had a pretty good view of a portion of downtown. My biggest complaint about this hotel involves the bathroom. It is definitely showing its age... but the largest problem can easily be fixed! The shower curtain is just plain TACKY. It does not match the class of the hotel by any means, and it would not be hard for Marriott to get some more neutral shower curtains that are more pleasant to look at! The provided toiletries are Bath and Body works- they smell so wonderful and are a nice touch. Parking was once again steep, at $38 a night, but I was prepared for that. It was nice to be so close to the Wharf, where we specifically wanted to be because we were taking a night tour of Alcatraz. When that was finished, it was a quick walk back to the hotel. However, the Marriott is a block or so further inland than many of the other wharf hotels... If you really want to be right on the main strip, the Courtyard or Arognaut will get you a bit closer. The Holiday Inn looked pretty run down, at least from the outside. When we got back to our hotel, we went over to the bar to get some dessert. The menu was rather limited, and nothing looked that great, so we decided to get a pizza to bring back to our room. <hl> The bartender was very friendly and accommodating . <hl> The bed was VERY comfortable, and we had a great nights' sleep! My husband, however, didn't enjoy the feather bed, but I sure did! It must have been because our room faced Jones Street, but we had absolutely no problem with noise. This is a great hotel, and I had a wonderful experience. I would stay here again, though if I visit San Francisco again, I would prefer to stay in the more immediate downtown area rather than on Fisherman's Wharf. However, it was the perfect location for us to stay after spending an afternoon and evening on the Wharf and at Alcatraz.

tripadvisor_review_12083

tripadvisor

The staff was very attractive and very helpful

question: How is the staff?, context: Coming from a very conservative and modern city, my experience at the Hotel Adagio was excellent to say the least. The staff was very attractive and very helpful, we received service with a smile from the time we checked in to the day we checked out. The rooms are an excellent value for the price. I have very expensive taste and typically do five star resorts and this hotel is beautifully done. The room I had was a Junior Suite, and it was gorgeous. (even had Aveda products in the room) I travel to San Francisco quite often on both business and pleasure, and my stays within the city range all over the place. I would recommend the Hotel Adagio by far over any other hotel within the same area. A fabulous restaurant and bar, free internet service and friendly staff. What more can you ask for?

How is the staff?

The staff was very attractive and very helpful , we received service with a smile from the time we checked in to the day we checked out.

Coming from a very conservative and modern city, my experience at the Hotel Adagio was excellent to say the least. The staff was very attractive and very helpful, we received service with a smile from the time we checked in to the day we checked out. The rooms are an excellent value for the price. I have very expensive taste and typically do five star resorts and this hotel is beautifully done. The room I had was a Junior Suite, and it was gorgeous. (even had Aveda products in the room) I travel to San Francisco quite often on both business and pleasure, and my stays within the city range all over the place. I would recommend the Hotel Adagio by far over any other hotel within the same area. A fabulous restaurant and bar, free internet service and friendly staff. What more can you ask for?

<hl> The staff was very attractive and very helpful <hl> , we received service with a smile from the time we checked in to the day we checked out.

Coming from a very conservative and modern city, my experience at the Hotel Adagio was excellent to say the least. <hl> The staff was very attractive and very helpful <hl>, we received service with a smile from the time we checked in to the day we checked out. The rooms are an excellent value for the price. I have very expensive taste and typically do five star resorts and this hotel is beautifully done. The room I had was a Junior Suite, and it was gorgeous. (even had Aveda products in the room) I travel to San Francisco quite often on both business and pleasure, and my stays within the city range all over the place. I would recommend the Hotel Adagio by far over any other hotel within the same area. A fabulous restaurant and bar, free internet service and friendly staff. What more can you ask for?

Coming from a very conservative and modern city, my experience at the Hotel Adagio was excellent to say the least. <hl> The staff was very attractive and very helpful , we received service with a smile from the time we checked in to the day we checked out. <hl> The rooms are an excellent value for the price. I have very expensive taste and typically do five star resorts and this hotel is beautifully done. The room I had was a Junior Suite, and it was gorgeous. (even had Aveda products in the room) I travel to San Francisco quite often on both business and pleasure, and my stays within the city range all over the place. I would recommend the Hotel Adagio by far over any other hotel within the same area. A fabulous restaurant and bar, free internet service and friendly staff. What more can you ask for?

tripadvisor_review_6459

tripadvisor

. Overall, an excellent experience

question: Was the service good?, context: This is a great hotel. We stayed there for 5 nights as part of our honeymoon. They knew ahead of time that it was our honeymoon and they sent up a bottle of wine and a card to the room. Such a nice and appreciated touch.After checking in, they rang up to the room to make sure everything was ok. It was! Lovely clean rooms and bathrooms. Wine reception is great at 5:30pm. Overall, an excellent experience. We'd stay there again.

Was the service good?

Wine reception is great at 5:30pm . Overall, an excellent experience .

This is a great hotel. We stayed there for 5 nights as part of our honeymoon. They knew ahead of time that it was our honeymoon and they sent up a bottle of wine and a card to the room. Such a nice and appreciated touch.After checking in, they rang up to the room to make sure everything was ok. It was! Lovely clean rooms and bathrooms. Wine reception is great at 5:30pm. Overall, an excellent experience. We'd stay there again.

Wine reception is great at 5:30pm <hl> . Overall, an excellent experience <hl> .

This is a great hotel. We stayed there for 5 nights as part of our honeymoon. They knew ahead of time that it was our honeymoon and they sent up a bottle of wine and a card to the room. Such a nice and appreciated touch.After checking in, they rang up to the room to make sure everything was ok. It was! Lovely clean rooms and bathrooms. Wine reception is great at 5:30pm<hl> . Overall, an excellent experience <hl>. We'd stay there again.

This is a great hotel. We stayed there for 5 nights as part of our honeymoon. They knew ahead of time that it was our honeymoon and they sent up a bottle of wine and a card to the room. Such a nice and appreciated touch. After checking in, they rang up to the room to make sure everything was ok. It was! Lovely clean rooms and bathrooms. <hl> Wine reception is great at 5:30pm . Overall, an excellent experience . <hl> We'd stay there again.

tripadvisor_review_3503

tripadvisor

the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday

question: How was the experience on the service?, context: Compared to many other hotels I stayed on my California business trip, this hotel is a really good value: Good location, quiet, nice staff, clean rooms, good office chairs to get your work done. The only negative for me was: high WiFi prices (but you might have a PC card) and that the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday. They just woke up everybody on the floor at 7 AM = mean!

How was the experience on the service?

that the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday .

Compared to many other hotels I stayed on my California business trip, this hotel is a really good value: Good location, quiet, nice staff, clean rooms, good office chairs to get your work done. The only negative for me was: high WiFi prices (but you might have a PC card) and that the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday. They just woke up everybody on the floor at 7 AM = mean!

that <hl> the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday <hl> .

Compared to many other hotels I stayed on my California business trip, this hotel is a really good value: Good location, quiet, nice staff, clean rooms, good office chairs to get your work done. The only negative for me was: high WiFi prices (but you might have a PC card) and that <hl> the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday <hl>. They just woke up everybody on the floor at 7 AM = mean!

Compared to many other hotels I stayed on my California business trip, this hotel is a really good value: Good location, quiet, nice staff, clean rooms, good office chairs to get your work done. The only negative for me was: high WiFi prices (but you might have a PC card) and <hl> that the staff ignored my sign at the door not to bother me on a Sunday . <hl> They just woke up everybody on the floor at 7 AM = mean!

tripadvisor_review_8525

tripadvisor

The mansion has its own small parking lot

question: How is the parking lot?, context: My partner and I just returned from a 4-night stay at the Archbishop's Mansion.The building is just beautiful, located across the street from the famous Painted Ladies (Victorian homes) and Alamo Square Park. The location is unbeatable (a 5-10 minute max drive from most anywhere in the city). The mansion has its own small parking lot, and street parking can be located quickly -- for me, this is key when booking a hotel in SFO, where finding parking can be a frustrating chore and some hotels charge ridiculous daily parking rates.The staff really shined. It was my birthday and they were always saying &quot;happy birthday,&quot; and asking us if we were enjoying ourselves. A tiny little touch like this that you won't find in a mainstream hotel can make a world of difference. Our room (named &quot;Romeo and Juliet&quot;) was appointed with antique furniture, beautiful wallpaper, and a canopied bed. It also had an enormous tub with a sitting area in the bathroom. The room was surprisingly quiet, although we were told that the place was full. A very good expanded continental breakfast of our choosing was delivered to our room each morning on a silver tray at our requested time. In closing, I would just like to weigh in on a few prior negative comments appearing in reviews below. First, none of the staff, including the manager, were &quot;condescending.&quot; Although I cannot vouch for others' perceptions, as stated above, the staff were at all times excellent to us. Second, I did not smell mold. The property was impeccably clean. Finally, the neighborhood in which the AB is located is very upscale, and we had no problems walking around at night, including in Alamo Square.In sum, we had a spectacular time and we'll be back.

How is the parking lot?

The mansion has its own small parking lot , and street parking can be located quickly -- for me, this is key when booking a hotel in SFO, where finding parking can be a frustrating chore and some hotels charge ridiculous daily parking rates.

My partner and I just returned from a 4-night stay at the Archbishop's Mansion.The building is just beautiful, located across the street from the famous Painted Ladies (Victorian homes) and Alamo Square Park. The location is unbeatable (a 5-10 minute max drive from most anywhere in the city). The mansion has its own small parking lot, and street parking can be located quickly -- for me, this is key when booking a hotel in SFO, where finding parking can be a frustrating chore and some hotels charge ridiculous daily parking rates.The staff really shined. It was my birthday and they were always saying &quot;happy birthday,&quot; and asking us if we were enjoying ourselves. A tiny little touch like this that you won't find in a mainstream hotel can make a world of difference. Our room (named &quot;Romeo and Juliet&quot;) was appointed with antique furniture, beautiful wallpaper, and a canopied bed. It also had an enormous tub with a sitting area in the bathroom. The room was surprisingly quiet, although we were told that the place was full. A very good expanded continental breakfast of our choosing was delivered to our room each morning on a silver tray at our requested time. In closing, I would just like to weigh in on a few prior negative comments appearing in reviews below. First, none of the staff, including the manager, were &quot;condescending.&quot; Although I cannot vouch for others' perceptions, as stated above, the staff were at all times excellent to us. Second, I did not smell mold. The property was impeccably clean. Finally, the neighborhood in which the AB is located is very upscale, and we had no problems walking around at night, including in Alamo Square.In sum, we had a spectacular time and we'll be back.

<hl> The mansion has its own small parking lot <hl> , and street parking can be located quickly -- for me, this is key when booking a hotel in SFO, where finding parking can be a frustrating chore and some hotels charge ridiculous daily parking rates.

My partner and I just returned from a 4-night stay at the Archbishop's Mansion.The building is just beautiful, located across the street from the famous Painted Ladies (Victorian homes) and Alamo Square Park. The location is unbeatable (a 5-10 minute max drive from most anywhere in the city). <hl> The mansion has its own small parking lot <hl>, and street parking can be located quickly -- for me, this is key when booking a hotel in SFO, where finding parking can be a frustrating chore and some hotels charge ridiculous daily parking rates.The staff really shined. It was my birthday and they were always saying &quot;happy birthday,&quot; and asking us if we were enjoying ourselves. A tiny little touch like this that you won't find in a mainstream hotel can make a world of difference. Our room (named &quot;Romeo and Juliet&quot;) was appointed with antique furniture, beautiful wallpaper, and a canopied bed. It also had an enormous tub with a sitting area in the bathroom. The room was surprisingly quiet, although we were told that the place was full. A very good expanded continental breakfast of our choosing was delivered to our room each morning on a silver tray at our requested time. In closing, I would just like to weigh in on a few prior negative comments appearing in reviews below. First, none of the staff, including the manager, were &quot;condescending.&quot; Although I cannot vouch for others' perceptions, as stated above, the staff were at all times excellent to us. Second, I did not smell mold. The property was impeccably clean. Finally, the neighborhood in which the AB is located is very upscale, and we had no problems walking around at night, including in Alamo Square.In sum, we had a spectacular time and we'll be back.

My partner and I just returned from a 4-night stay at the Archbishop's Mansion. The building is just beautiful, located across the street from the famous Painted Ladies (Victorian homes) and Alamo Square Park. The location is unbeatable (a 5-10 minute max drive from most anywhere in the city). <hl> The mansion has its own small parking lot , and street parking can be located quickly -- for me, this is key when booking a hotel in SFO, where finding parking can be a frustrating chore and some hotels charge ridiculous daily parking rates. <hl> The staff really shined. It was my birthday and they were always saying &quot;happy birthday,&quot; and asking us if we were enjoying ourselves. A tiny little touch like this that you won't find in a mainstream hotel can make a world of difference. Our room (named &quot;Romeo and Juliet&quot;) was appointed with antique furniture, beautiful wallpaper, and a canopied bed. It also had an enormous tub with a sitting area in the bathroom. The room was surprisingly quiet, although we were told that the place was full. A very good expanded continental breakfast of our choosing was delivered to our room each morning on a silver tray at our requested time. In closing, I would just like to weigh in on a few prior negative comments appearing in reviews below. First, none of the staff, including the manager, were &quot;condescending.&quot; Although I cannot vouch for others' perceptions, as stated above, the staff were at all times excellent to us. Second, I did not smell mold. The property was impeccably clean. Finally, the neighborhood in which the AB is located is very upscale, and we had no problems walking around at night, including in Alamo Square. In sum, we had a spectacular time and we'll be back.

tripadvisor_review_15223

tripadvisor

everything else was good

question: How is everything else?, context: The room was nice and clean but small. The twin room came with 2 Super single beds (smaller than queen size). We had an additional removable bed at no extra charge. The price of the room did not include breakfast. There was a little bit of noise from the traffic on the street. Some of the reception staff was friendly and helpful, others were very reluctant to help. This hotel had a tie-up with Avis. We rented a car from Avis through the hotel. The reception staff and concierge agreed to allow us to drop off our keys with them and they would return it to Avis (2 blocks away) but the staff on duty the next day said they were not able to do it. We were told that the concierge was on leave on Monday and there was nobody to stand in for him! On our last day, we received 2 hotel bills through the slot under the door - 1 for our room and another for another room! These were the only 2 negative experience. Housekeeping and everything else was good. Overall, a decent hotel, average value for money, but I was expecting better service from the front desk staff.

How is everything else?

Housekeeping and everything else was good .

The room was nice and clean but small. The twin room came with 2 Super single beds (smaller than queen size). We had an additional removable bed at no extra charge. The price of the room did not include breakfast. There was a little bit of noise from the traffic on the street. Some of the reception staff was friendly and helpful, others were very reluctant to help. This hotel had a tie-up with Avis. We rented a car from Avis through the hotel. The reception staff and concierge agreed to allow us to drop off our keys with them and they would return it to Avis (2 blocks away) but the staff on duty the next day said they were not able to do it. We were told that the concierge was on leave on Monday and there was nobody to stand in for him! On our last day, we received 2 hotel bills through the slot under the door - 1 for our room and another for another room! These were the only 2 negative experience. Housekeeping and everything else was good. Overall, a decent hotel, average value for money, but I was expecting better service from the front desk staff.

Housekeeping and <hl> everything else was good <hl> .

The room was nice and clean but small. The twin room came with 2 Super single beds (smaller than queen size). We had an additional removable bed at no extra charge. The price of the room did not include breakfast. There was a little bit of noise from the traffic on the street. Some of the reception staff was friendly and helpful, others were very reluctant to help. This hotel had a tie-up with Avis. We rented a car from Avis through the hotel. The reception staff and concierge agreed to allow us to drop off our keys with them and they would return it to Avis (2 blocks away) but the staff on duty the next day said they were not able to do it. We were told that the concierge was on leave on Monday and there was nobody to stand in for him! On our last day, we received 2 hotel bills through the slot under the door - 1 for our room and another for another room! These were the only 2 negative experience. Housekeeping and <hl> everything else was good <hl>. Overall, a decent hotel, average value for money, but I was expecting better service from the front desk staff.

The room was nice and clean but small. The twin room came with 2 Super single beds (smaller than queen size). We had an additional removable bed at no extra charge. The price of the room did not include breakfast. There was a little bit of noise from the traffic on the street. Some of the reception staff was friendly and helpful, others were very reluctant to help. This hotel had a tie-up with Avis. We rented a car from Avis through the hotel. The reception staff and concierge agreed to allow us to drop off our keys with them and they would return it to Avis (2 blocks away) but the staff on duty the next day said they were not able to do it. We were told that the concierge was on leave on Monday and there was nobody to stand in for him! On our last day, we received 2 hotel bills through the slot under the door - 1 for our room and another for another room! These were the only 2 negative experience. <hl> Housekeeping and everything else was good . <hl> Overall, a decent hotel, average value for money, but I was expecting better service from the front desk staff.

tripadvisor_review_16092

tripadvisor

city many times always paying

question: How is the pool area?, context: I've stayed in the city many times always paying more. This motel is a find. It is CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN. Great value for the money. No, it's not the Westin (stayed there several times), or Hyatt, but is a third of the cost. Good location, easy walk for shopping and eating out. I found the room to be in good shape, clean and quiet. Free parking is a plus if you have a rental. The only con is the spaces are small. Very TIGHT parking! If you have anything bigger than a midsize, be prepared to crawl out the window or the back to get out once you've parked. I'll stay here again next time, with or without a car.

How is the pool area?

I've stayed in the city many times always paying more.

I've stayed in the city many times always paying more. This motel is a find. It is CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN. Great value for the money. No, it's not the Westin (stayed there several times), or Hyatt, but is a third of the cost. Good location, easy walk for shopping and eating out. I found the room to be in good shape, clean and quiet. Free parking is a plus if you have a rental. The only con is the spaces are small. Very TIGHT parking! If you have anything bigger than a midsize, be prepared to crawl out the window or the back to get out once you've parked. I'll stay here again next time, with or without a car.

I've stayed in the <hl> city many times always paying <hl> more.

I've stayed in the <hl> city many times always paying <hl> more. This motel is a find. It is CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN. Great value for the money. No, it's not the Westin (stayed there several times), or Hyatt, but is a third of the cost. Good location, easy walk for shopping and eating out. I found the room to be in good shape, clean and quiet. Free parking is a plus if you have a rental. The only con is the spaces are small. Very TIGHT parking! If you have anything bigger than a midsize, be prepared to crawl out the window or the back to get out once you've parked. I'll stay here again next time, with or without a car.

<hl> I've stayed in the city many times always paying more. <hl> This motel is a find. It is CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN. Great value for the money. No, it's not the Westin (stayed there several times), or Hyatt, but is a third of the cost. Good location, easy walk for shopping and eating out. I found the room to be in good shape, clean and quiet. Free parking is a plus if you have a rental. The only con is the spaces are small. Very TIGHT parking! If you have anything bigger than a midsize, be prepared to crawl out the window or the back to get out once you've parked. I'll stay here again next time, with or without a car.

tripadvisor_review_9286

tripadvisor

It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants

question: How would you rate the area where the hotel is situated?, context: I had a wonderful time at the Marriott Courtyard. It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The only bad thing about this hotel is that there isn't a mini refrigerator in the rooms.

How would you rate the area where the hotel is situated?

It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants .

I had a wonderful time at the Marriott Courtyard. It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The only bad thing about this hotel is that there isn't a mini refrigerator in the rooms.

<hl> It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants <hl> .

I had a wonderful time at the Marriott Courtyard. <hl> It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants <hl>. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The only bad thing about this hotel is that there isn't a mini refrigerator in the rooms.

I had a wonderful time at the Marriott Courtyard. <hl> It is located in a safe area and is in proximity to a lot of restaurants . <hl> The staff was very helpful and friendly. The only bad thing about this hotel is that there isn't a mini refrigerator in the rooms.

tripadvisor_review_7160

tripadvisor

Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access

question: How is the speed of the internet?, context: We stayed 4 nights at the Diva, after having stayed there 3 nights last summer. We found the 7th floor rooms extremely comfortable, clean, and the king sized beds with toppers are awesome. The hotel is in a great location and the staff makes it all worth it - they are all wonderful, friendly, helpful and accommodating. They gave us great directions to places and recommendations. We truly enjoyed being there. I found the morning coffee way too strong and bitter, but I see others have liked it, so it's a matter of taste. Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access. I am very fussy about hotels and generally do not like them, but I was very comfortable staying at Hotel Diva.

How is the speed of the internet?

Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access .

We stayed 4 nights at the Diva, after having stayed there 3 nights last summer. We found the 7th floor rooms extremely comfortable, clean, and the king sized beds with toppers are awesome. The hotel is in a great location and the staff makes it all worth it - they are all wonderful, friendly, helpful and accommodating. They gave us great directions to places and recommendations. We truly enjoyed being there. I found the morning coffee way too strong and bitter, but I see others have liked it, so it's a matter of taste. Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access. I am very fussy about hotels and generally do not like them, but I was very comfortable staying at Hotel Diva.

<hl> Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access <hl> .

We stayed 4 nights at the Diva, after having stayed there 3 nights last summer. We found the 7th floor rooms extremely comfortable, clean, and the king sized beds with toppers are awesome. The hotel is in a great location and the staff makes it all worth it - they are all wonderful, friendly, helpful and accommodating. They gave us great directions to places and recommendations. We truly enjoyed being there. I found the morning coffee way too strong and bitter, but I see others have liked it, so it's a matter of taste. <hl> Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access <hl>. I am very fussy about hotels and generally do not like them, but I was very comfortable staying at Hotel Diva.

We stayed 4 nights at the Diva, after having stayed there 3 nights last summer. We found the 7th floor rooms extremely comfortable, clean, and the king sized beds with toppers are awesome. The hotel is in a great location and the staff makes it all worth it - they are all wonderful, friendly, helpful and accommodating. They gave us great directions to places and recommendations. We truly enjoyed being there. I found the morning coffee way too strong and bitter, but I see others have liked it, so it's a matter of taste. <hl> Free internet service in the rooms was convenient and easy to access . <hl> I am very fussy about hotels and generally do not like them, but I was very comfortable staying at Hotel Diva.

tripadvisor_review_7663

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very personal

question: Does this hotel have a good concierge service?, context: I arrived midday during a business trip and needed to get some work done and found myself in a beautiful room with all the amenities to make my &quot;office time&quot; great. Sunny, spacious, and supremely comfortable. Fantastic, gracious staff...very personal...almost felt like I was staying in a private inn or B&amp;B. Wonderful neighborhood. This hotel entirely changed my view (literally and figuratively) of SF, as I'd only stayed in downtown hotels on past visits.I'd recommend to colleagues, family or friends (and already have!). I will definitely visit again when returning to SF.

Does this hotel have a good concierge service?

very personal ...almost felt like I was staying in a private inn or B&amp;B. Wonderful neighborhood.

I arrived midday during a business trip and needed to get some work done and found myself in a beautiful room with all the amenities to make my &quot;office time&quot; great. Sunny, spacious, and supremely comfortable. Fantastic, gracious staff...very personal...almost felt like I was staying in a private inn or B&amp;B. Wonderful neighborhood. This hotel entirely changed my view (literally and figuratively) of SF, as I'd only stayed in downtown hotels on past visits.I'd recommend to colleagues, family or friends (and already have!). I will definitely visit again when returning to SF.

<hl> very personal <hl> ...almost felt like I was staying in a private inn or B&amp;B. Wonderful neighborhood.

I arrived midday during a business trip and needed to get some work done and found myself in a beautiful room with all the amenities to make my &quot;office time&quot; great. Sunny, spacious, and supremely comfortable. Fantastic, gracious staff...<hl> very personal <hl>...almost felt like I was staying in a private inn or B&amp;B. Wonderful neighborhood. This hotel entirely changed my view (literally and figuratively) of SF, as I'd only stayed in downtown hotels on past visits.I'd recommend to colleagues, family or friends (and already have!). I will definitely visit again when returning to SF.

I arrived midday during a business trip and needed to get some work done and found myself in a beautiful room with all the amenities to make my &quot;office time&quot; great. Sunny, spacious, and supremely comfortable. Fantastic, gracious staff... <hl> very personal ...almost felt like I was staying in a private inn or B&amp;B. Wonderful neighborhood. <hl> This hotel entirely changed my view (literally and figuratively) of SF, as I'd only stayed in downtown hotels on past visits. I'd recommend to colleagues, family or friends (and already have!). I will definitely visit again when returning to SF.

tripadvisor_review_157

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The front desk staff was extremely rude

question: How is front desk?, context: We stayed at this hotel for two nights on a vacation. It was awful. My own complaints are very similar to the other reviews. We booked on priceline. We also called to confirm a smoking king room (and also emailed). When we checked in we were told we could not have the room we had requested (and they confirmed). The hotel manager (sounds like the same one discussed in earlier reviews) told us &quot;thats what you get for booking on priceline&quot; and said that we should have booked through them instead. The front desk staff was extremely rude. This is no four star hotel. The rooms are dirty and dingy. Ours faced the driveway on the ground floor. All night there were cars driving in and out, idling their engines. Our window was blocked by a wooden beam and cement post. The washroom was tiny and the tiles were caved in around the faucet and appeared to be rotten underneath. The rooms are also extremely small. I do not know if this is all rooms, or just the second class rooms that they relegate people who do not book directly through their site to. We asked for guest robes and were told we would have to &quot;sign them out&quot; (again, duplicating the treatment of an earlier reviewer who felt like a criminal). The location is the only positive feature...but it is not worth it! There are so many nicer (and less expensive) hotels in the area with the same location.When we checked in (in the early afternoon) there were still dirty breakfast dishes (with dead flies floating in the orange juice) left outside our door in the hallway. It was dirty and dingy. We requested an in room fridge (none were available) and to get ice we had to walk to a different building, and then up an elevator and down a hall. I felt very poorly treated. For the amount of money that they charge, this hotel is not worth it. It is not the same class or standards that you might expect from other hotels in the Sheraton line. It was awful. Do not stay here.

How is front desk?

The front desk staff was extremely rude .

We stayed at this hotel for two nights on a vacation. It was awful. My own complaints are very similar to the other reviews. We booked on priceline. We also called to confirm a smoking king room (and also emailed). When we checked in we were told we could not have the room we had requested (and they confirmed). The hotel manager (sounds like the same one discussed in earlier reviews) told us &quot;thats what you get for booking on priceline&quot; and said that we should have booked through them instead. The front desk staff was extremely rude. This is no four star hotel. The rooms are dirty and dingy. Ours faced the driveway on the ground floor. All night there were cars driving in and out, idling their engines. Our window was blocked by a wooden beam and cement post. The washroom was tiny and the tiles were caved in around the faucet and appeared to be rotten underneath. The rooms are also extremely small. I do not know if this is all rooms, or just the second class rooms that they relegate people who do not book directly through their site to. We asked for guest robes and were told we would have to &quot;sign them out&quot; (again, duplicating the treatment of an earlier reviewer who felt like a criminal). The location is the only positive feature...but it is not worth it! There are so many nicer (and less expensive) hotels in the area with the same location.When we checked in (in the early afternoon) there were still dirty breakfast dishes (with dead flies floating in the orange juice) left outside our door in the hallway. It was dirty and dingy. We requested an in room fridge (none were available) and to get ice we had to walk to a different building, and then up an elevator and down a hall. I felt very poorly treated. For the amount of money that they charge, this hotel is not worth it. It is not the same class or standards that you might expect from other hotels in the Sheraton line. It was awful. Do not stay here.

<hl> The front desk staff was extremely rude <hl> .

We stayed at this hotel for two nights on a vacation. It was awful. My own complaints are very similar to the other reviews. We booked on priceline. We also called to confirm a smoking king room (and also emailed). When we checked in we were told we could not have the room we had requested (and they confirmed). The hotel manager (sounds like the same one discussed in earlier reviews) told us &quot;thats what you get for booking on priceline&quot; and said that we should have booked through them instead. <hl> The front desk staff was extremely rude <hl>. This is no four star hotel. The rooms are dirty and dingy. Ours faced the driveway on the ground floor. All night there were cars driving in and out, idling their engines. Our window was blocked by a wooden beam and cement post. The washroom was tiny and the tiles were caved in around the faucet and appeared to be rotten underneath. The rooms are also extremely small. I do not know if this is all rooms, or just the second class rooms that they relegate people who do not book directly through their site to. We asked for guest robes and were told we would have to &quot;sign them out&quot; (again, duplicating the treatment of an earlier reviewer who felt like a criminal). The location is the only positive feature...but it is not worth it! There are so many nicer (and less expensive) hotels in the area with the same location.When we checked in (in the early afternoon) there were still dirty breakfast dishes (with dead flies floating in the orange juice) left outside our door in the hallway. It was dirty and dingy. We requested an in room fridge (none were available) and to get ice we had to walk to a different building, and then up an elevator and down a hall. I felt very poorly treated. For the amount of money that they charge, this hotel is not worth it. It is not the same class or standards that you might expect from other hotels in the Sheraton line. It was awful. Do not stay here.

We stayed at this hotel for two nights on a vacation. It was awful. My own complaints are very similar to the other reviews. We booked on priceline. We also called to confirm a smoking king room (and also emailed). When we checked in we were told we could not have the room we had requested (and they confirmed). The hotel manager (sounds like the same one discussed in earlier reviews) told us &quot;thats what you get for booking on priceline&quot; and said that we should have booked through them instead. <hl> The front desk staff was extremely rude . <hl> This is no four star hotel. The rooms are dirty and dingy. Ours faced the driveway on the ground floor. All night there were cars driving in and out, idling their engines. Our window was blocked by a wooden beam and cement post. The washroom was tiny and the tiles were caved in around the faucet and appeared to be rotten underneath. The rooms are also extremely small. I do not know if this is all rooms, or just the second class rooms that they relegate people who do not book directly through their site to. We asked for guest robes and were told we would have to &quot;sign them out&quot; (again, duplicating the treatment of an earlier reviewer who felt like a criminal). The location is the only positive feature...but it is not worth it! There are so many nicer (and less expensive) hotels in the area with the same location. When we checked in (in the early afternoon) there were still dirty breakfast dishes (with dead flies floating in the orange juice) left outside our door in the hallway. It was dirty and dingy. We requested an in room fridge (none were available) and to get ice we had to walk to a different building, and then up an elevator and down a hall. I felt very poorly treated. For the amount of money that they charge, this hotel is not worth it. It is not the same class or standards that you might expect from other hotels in the Sheraton line. It was awful. Do not stay here.

tripadvisor_review_13080

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concierge were wonderful

question: How does the concierge behave?, context: After getting this hotel on Priceline, I read some of the reviews from other travelers and was a bit &quot;scared&quot; about what I was in for.....I was prepared for a horrible room, snotty desk people, hard beds, etc.. I was plesantly relieved! We payed $80.00 for a nice room. I called the hotel in advance and requested a king bed which they gave me with no problem. We did not have a view of the street, but their courtyard. The desk staff and concierge were wonderful. The hotel was extremely quiet and was located right next to two of SF's most expensive hotels on Nob Hill. We walked down the STEEP hill to Union Square for breakfast at Sears Pancake House. We had wonderful Swedish pancakes and made the walk back to the hotel....WHEW!!! A real workout. The only downfall is the parking fee of 43.00. But that is SF, parking is expensive. I would recommend this hotel again.

How does the concierge behave?

The desk staff and concierge were wonderful .

After getting this hotel on Priceline, I read some of the reviews from other travelers and was a bit &quot;scared&quot; about what I was in for.....I was prepared for a horrible room, snotty desk people, hard beds, etc.. I was plesantly relieved! We payed $80.00 for a nice room. I called the hotel in advance and requested a king bed which they gave me with no problem. We did not have a view of the street, but their courtyard. The desk staff and concierge were wonderful. The hotel was extremely quiet and was located right next to two of SF's most expensive hotels on Nob Hill. We walked down the STEEP hill to Union Square for breakfast at Sears Pancake House. We had wonderful Swedish pancakes and made the walk back to the hotel....WHEW!!! A real workout. The only downfall is the parking fee of 43.00. But that is SF, parking is expensive. I would recommend this hotel again.

The desk staff and <hl> concierge were wonderful <hl> .

After getting this hotel on Priceline, I read some of the reviews from other travelers and was a bit &quot;scared&quot; about what I was in for.....I was prepared for a horrible room, snotty desk people, hard beds, etc.. I was plesantly relieved! We payed $80.00 for a nice room. I called the hotel in advance and requested a king bed which they gave me with no problem. We did not have a view of the street, but their courtyard. The desk staff and <hl> concierge were wonderful <hl>. The hotel was extremely quiet and was located right next to two of SF's most expensive hotels on Nob Hill. We walked down the STEEP hill to Union Square for breakfast at Sears Pancake House. We had wonderful Swedish pancakes and made the walk back to the hotel....WHEW!!! A real workout. The only downfall is the parking fee of 43.00. But that is SF, parking is expensive. I would recommend this hotel again.

After getting this hotel on Priceline, I read some of the reviews from other travelers and was a bit &quot;scared&quot; about what I was in for.....I was prepared for a horrible room, snotty desk people, hard beds, etc.. I was plesantly relieved! We payed $80.00 for a nice room. I called the hotel in advance and requested a king bed which they gave me with no problem. We did not have a view of the street, but their courtyard. <hl> The desk staff and concierge were wonderful . <hl> The hotel was extremely quiet and was located right next to two of SF's most expensive hotels on Nob Hill. We walked down the STEEP hill to Union Square for breakfast at Sears Pancake House. We had wonderful Swedish pancakes and made the walk back to the hotel.... WHEW!!! A real workout. The only downfall is the parking fee of 43.00. But that is SF, parking is expensive. I would recommend this hotel again.

tripadvisor_review_8877

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Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent

question: Is it food?, context: The minimalist attitude of the hotel design is comfortable and relaxing after a busy day walking the streets of San Francisco. The flat screen tv, eco-friendly amenities and comfortable bed were a great respite in a busy city. Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing at the gates to China Town. The only negative was that I could hear the garbage truck during the night, but I wouldn't have traded me view even with the noise.

Is it food?

Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent .

The minimalist attitude of the hotel design is comfortable and relaxing after a busy day walking the streets of San Francisco. The flat screen tv, eco-friendly amenities and comfortable bed were a great respite in a busy city. Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing at the gates to China Town. The only negative was that I could hear the garbage truck during the night, but I wouldn't have traded me view even with the noise.

<hl> Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent <hl> .

The minimalist attitude of the hotel design is comfortable and relaxing after a busy day walking the streets of San Francisco. The flat screen tv, eco-friendly amenities and comfortable bed were a great respite in a busy city. <hl> Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent <hl>. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing at the gates to China Town. The only negative was that I could hear the garbage truck during the night, but I wouldn't have traded me view even with the noise.

The minimalist attitude of the hotel design is comfortable and relaxing after a busy day walking the streets of San Francisco. The flat screen tv, eco-friendly amenities and comfortable bed were a great respite in a busy city. <hl> Their restaurant has wonderful food all with a sustainable bent . <hl> The atmosphere was calm and relaxing at the gates to China Town. The only negative was that I could hear the garbage truck during the night, but I wouldn't have traded me view even with the noise.

tripadvisor_review_1986

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The people there were very friendly

question: How is people attention?, context: We stayed for three nights in March. The people there were very friendly. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

How is people attention?

The people there were very friendly .

We stayed for three nights in March. The people there were very friendly. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

<hl> The people there were very friendly <hl> .

We stayed for three nights in March. <hl> The people there were very friendly <hl>. I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

We stayed for three nights in March. <hl> The people there were very friendly . <hl> I asked for a king size bed on the booking form and got the biggest bed I have ever seen in my life! Our room faced into the courtyard and was very quiet. The location is great. Feels very safe and is just a few blocks from the cable car and some nice cafes and restaurants. Apart from our obligatory tourist ride on the cable car we walked nearly everywhere - down to the wharf (where we hired bikes to go to Golden Gate Bridge), North Beach, Chinatown, Telegraph Hill, Union Square..... The staff were happy to advise us where not to walk through, and the hills were a good work out!I'd definitely recommend booking this motel.

tripadvisor_review_4750

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The staff were warm and friendly

question: What is the customer service?, context: The mosser hotel allowed us to stay in the middle of union square for a more than reasonable rate. The service was amazing as was the location! The staff were warm and friendly!! Loved it and will be back

What is the customer service?

The service was amazing as was the location! The staff were warm and friendly !!

The mosser hotel allowed us to stay in the middle of union square for a more than reasonable rate. The service was amazing as was the location! The staff were warm and friendly!! Loved it and will be back

The service was amazing as was the location! <hl> The staff were warm and friendly <hl> !!

The mosser hotel allowed us to stay in the middle of union square for a more than reasonable rate. The service was amazing as was the location! <hl> The staff were warm and friendly <hl>!! Loved it and will be back

The mosser hotel allowed us to stay in the middle of union square for a more than reasonable rate. <hl> The service was amazing as was the location! The staff were warm and friendly !! <hl> Loved it and will be back

tripadvisor_review_7882

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Free parking was a huge plus

question: What kind of parking situation is there?, context: A friend and I stayed at the Castle in for 2 nights. We had excellent service from the staff extremely kind and helpful. They let us into our room early, gave us very helpful directions, suggestions and maps for walking, bus information etc. The room was very clean and quiet. Free parking was a huge plus! The location is great.I would stay there again and highly recommend the Castle Inn.

What kind of parking situation is there?

Free parking was a huge plus !

A friend and I stayed at the Castle in for 2 nights. We had excellent service from the staff extremely kind and helpful. They let us into our room early, gave us very helpful directions, suggestions and maps for walking, bus information etc. The room was very clean and quiet. Free parking was a huge plus! The location is great.I would stay there again and highly recommend the Castle Inn.

<hl> Free parking was a huge plus <hl> !

A friend and I stayed at the Castle in for 2 nights. We had excellent service from the staff extremely kind and helpful. They let us into our room early, gave us very helpful directions, suggestions and maps for walking, bus information etc. The room was very clean and quiet. <hl> Free parking was a huge plus <hl>! The location is great.I would stay there again and highly recommend the Castle Inn.

A friend and I stayed at the Castle in for 2 nights. We had excellent service from the staff extremely kind and helpful. They let us into our room early, gave us very helpful directions, suggestions and maps for walking, bus information etc. The room was very clean and quiet. <hl> Free parking was a huge plus ! <hl> The location is great. I would stay there again and highly recommend the Castle Inn.

tripadvisor_review_4804

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was nice

question: How about the quality of the central location?, context: The Harbor Court is a charming little joint on the embarcadero with great views and some nice little touches. Upon arrival we noted that the &quot;valet&quot; service wasn't really well defined and later discovered that the bellmen were doing double duty. Check in was quick and they accommodated our request for early check in (10:30a). Valet for overnight seemed excessive at $38. The wine and beer cordial in the evening was nice, the wines were tasty and not just cheap swill and the beer was Sierra Nevada on tap. The room was small, but not too cramped, similar to NYC hotels. It had an iPod player on the clock radio and a flat screen LCD on the wall. The LCD was not tuned correctly for the aspect ratio and they should either get an HD signal or stretch the 4:3 picture. Nothing worse than watching a square picture on a rectangular screen. The bed was a tad on the hard side, any harder and I would say too uncomfortable for a good night sleep. Check out was quick and they held our bags while we spent the afternoon in the city. Staff was courteous, kind, and helpful. Location was nice, but they really weren't near much besides Market St. and the Embarcadero. Probably 1 mile west to Fishermans Wharf, 1 mile east to AT&amp;T Park.

How about the quality of the central location?

The wine and beer cordial in the evening was nice , the wines were tasty and not just cheap swill and the beer was Sierra Nevada on tap.

The Harbor Court is a charming little joint on the embarcadero with great views and some nice little touches. Upon arrival we noted that the &quot;valet&quot; service wasn't really well defined and later discovered that the bellmen were doing double duty. Check in was quick and they accommodated our request for early check in (10:30a). Valet for overnight seemed excessive at $38. The wine and beer cordial in the evening was nice, the wines were tasty and not just cheap swill and the beer was Sierra Nevada on tap. The room was small, but not too cramped, similar to NYC hotels. It had an iPod player on the clock radio and a flat screen LCD on the wall. The LCD was not tuned correctly for the aspect ratio and they should either get an HD signal or stretch the 4:3 picture. Nothing worse than watching a square picture on a rectangular screen. The bed was a tad on the hard side, any harder and I would say too uncomfortable for a good night sleep. Check out was quick and they held our bags while we spent the afternoon in the city. Staff was courteous, kind, and helpful. Location was nice, but they really weren't near much besides Market St. and the Embarcadero. Probably 1 mile west to Fishermans Wharf, 1 mile east to AT&amp;T Park.

The wine and beer cordial in the evening <hl> was nice <hl> , the wines were tasty and not just cheap swill and the beer was Sierra Nevada on tap.

The Harbor Court is a charming little joint on the embarcadero with great views and some nice little touches. Upon arrival we noted that the &quot;valet&quot; service wasn't really well defined and later discovered that the bellmen were doing double duty. Check in was quick and they accommodated our request for early check in (10:30a). Valet for overnight seemed excessive at $38. The wine and beer cordial in the evening <hl> was nice <hl>, the wines were tasty and not just cheap swill and the beer was Sierra Nevada on tap. The room was small, but not too cramped, similar to NYC hotels. It had an iPod player on the clock radio and a flat screen LCD on the wall. The LCD was not tuned correctly for the aspect ratio and they should either get an HD signal or stretch the 4:3 picture. Nothing worse than watching a square picture on a rectangular screen. The bed was a tad on the hard side, any harder and I would say too uncomfortable for a good night sleep. Check out was quick and they held our bags while we spent the afternoon in the city. Staff was courteous, kind, and helpful. Location was nice, but they really weren't near much besides Market St. and the Embarcadero. Probably 1 mile west to Fishermans Wharf, 1 mile east to AT&amp;T Park.

The Harbor Court is a charming little joint on the embarcadero with great views and some nice little touches. Upon arrival we noted that the &quot;valet&quot; service wasn't really well defined and later discovered that the bellmen were doing double duty. Check in was quick and they accommodated our request for early check in (10:30a). Valet for overnight seemed excessive at $38. <hl> The wine and beer cordial in the evening was nice , the wines were tasty and not just cheap swill and the beer was Sierra Nevada on tap. <hl> The room was small, but not too cramped, similar to NYC hotels. It had an iPod player on the clock radio and a flat screen LCD on the wall. The LCD was not tuned correctly for the aspect ratio and they should either get an HD signal or stretch the 4:3 picture. Nothing worse than watching a square picture on a rectangular screen. The bed was a tad on the hard side, any harder and I would say too uncomfortable for a good night sleep. Check out was quick and they held our bags while we spent the afternoon in the city. Staff was courteous, kind, and helpful. Location was nice, but they really weren't near much besides Market St. and the Embarcadero. Probably 1 mile west to Fishermans Wharf, 1 mile east to AT&amp;T Park.

tripadvisor_review_4628

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This hotel is very funky and fun

question: How is hotel?, context: Just stayed at this hotel recently. I have lived in SF for years and wanted to stay but since I moved away I was able to. This hotel is very funky and fun. The staff are very cool, nice and knowledgeable. The price is about average for SF and the renovated rooms are very comfortable. This is especially a good place for people into live music (many bands stay here) and want a true San Francisco experience. It's close to all the things most people want and even have a map to the best live music venues. Just ask the staff for any help and they will oblige. If you are looking for a fancy, overpriced hotel, this is not the place for you. It is very comfortable, the continental breakfast is good, people seemed to be enjoying the heated pool...it was 48 degrees outside so we passed on that but there were people still partaking. I've heard that the restaurant and nightclub is very good altho we had just danced our &quot;*&amp;^es&quot; off at the Warfield so we were quite beat. All I can say if you want a fun experience, give the Phoenix Hotel a try...it is a better choice for those young or young at heart!

How is hotel?

This hotel is very funky and fun .

Just stayed at this hotel recently. I have lived in SF for years and wanted to stay but since I moved away I was able to. This hotel is very funky and fun. The staff are very cool, nice and knowledgeable. The price is about average for SF and the renovated rooms are very comfortable. This is especially a good place for people into live music (many bands stay here) and want a true San Francisco experience. It's close to all the things most people want and even have a map to the best live music venues. Just ask the staff for any help and they will oblige. If you are looking for a fancy, overpriced hotel, this is not the place for you. It is very comfortable, the continental breakfast is good, people seemed to be enjoying the heated pool...it was 48 degrees outside so we passed on that but there were people still partaking. I've heard that the restaurant and nightclub is very good altho we had just danced our &quot;*&amp;^es&quot; off at the Warfield so we were quite beat. All I can say if you want a fun experience, give the Phoenix Hotel a try...it is a better choice for those young or young at heart!

<hl> This hotel is very funky and fun <hl> .

Just stayed at this hotel recently. I have lived in SF for years and wanted to stay but since I moved away I was able to. <hl> This hotel is very funky and fun <hl>. The staff are very cool, nice and knowledgeable. The price is about average for SF and the renovated rooms are very comfortable. This is especially a good place for people into live music (many bands stay here) and want a true San Francisco experience. It's close to all the things most people want and even have a map to the best live music venues. Just ask the staff for any help and they will oblige. If you are looking for a fancy, overpriced hotel, this is not the place for you. It is very comfortable, the continental breakfast is good, people seemed to be enjoying the heated pool...it was 48 degrees outside so we passed on that but there were people still partaking. I've heard that the restaurant and nightclub is very good altho we had just danced our &quot;*&amp;^es&quot; off at the Warfield so we were quite beat. All I can say if you want a fun experience, give the Phoenix Hotel a try...it is a better choice for those young or young at heart!

Just stayed at this hotel recently. I have lived in SF for years and wanted to stay but since I moved away I was able to. <hl> This hotel is very funky and fun . <hl> The staff are very cool, nice and knowledgeable. The price is about average for SF and the renovated rooms are very comfortable. This is especially a good place for people into live music (many bands stay here) and want a true San Francisco experience. It's close to all the things most people want and even have a map to the best live music venues. Just ask the staff for any help and they will oblige. If you are looking for a fancy, overpriced hotel, this is not the place for you. It is very comfortable, the continental breakfast is good, people seemed to be enjoying the heated pool...it was 48 degrees outside so we passed on that but there were people still partaking. I've heard that the restaurant and nightclub is very good altho we had just danced our &quot;*&amp;^es&quot; off at the Warfield so we were quite beat. All I can say if you want a fun experience, give the Phoenix Hotel a try...it is a better choice for those young or young at heart!

tripadvisor_review_5559

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It's close to Union Square alright

question: How is place?, context: Let me be clear... this is NOT a new hotel! It's a refurbished old high rise close to the &quot;Tenderloin&quot; district. It's close to Union Square alright, but it's also very very close to lots of shady places in town. The immediate neighborhood looked dirty. Overall, the hotel has received a nice face lift, but there are definitely some issues here: the water pressure is god-awful, the furniture - though stylish - looks a bit cheap; elevators can take awhile; and parking really sucks. Staff is nice, but I frequently overheard casual conversations between the bell staff and the front desk employees (subject was usually cars) and some comments from the Maintenance crew (about leaks). The restaurant is great. Loved the bar! Very busy, too, so make sure to call ahead for reservations.

How is place?

It's close to Union Square alright , but it's also very very close to lots of shady places in town.

Let me be clear... this is NOT a new hotel! It's a refurbished old high rise close to the &quot;Tenderloin&quot; district. It's close to Union Square alright, but it's also very very close to lots of shady places in town. The immediate neighborhood looked dirty. Overall, the hotel has received a nice face lift, but there are definitely some issues here: the water pressure is god-awful, the furniture - though stylish - looks a bit cheap; elevators can take awhile; and parking really sucks. Staff is nice, but I frequently overheard casual conversations between the bell staff and the front desk employees (subject was usually cars) and some comments from the Maintenance crew (about leaks). The restaurant is great. Loved the bar! Very busy, too, so make sure to call ahead for reservations.

<hl> It's close to Union Square alright <hl> , but it's also very very close to lots of shady places in town.

Let me be clear... this is NOT a new hotel! It's a refurbished old high rise close to the &quot;Tenderloin&quot; district. <hl> It's close to Union Square alright <hl>, but it's also very very close to lots of shady places in town. The immediate neighborhood looked dirty. Overall, the hotel has received a nice face lift, but there are definitely some issues here: the water pressure is god-awful, the furniture - though stylish - looks a bit cheap; elevators can take awhile; and parking really sucks. Staff is nice, but I frequently overheard casual conversations between the bell staff and the front desk employees (subject was usually cars) and some comments from the Maintenance crew (about leaks). The restaurant is great. Loved the bar! Very busy, too, so make sure to call ahead for reservations.

Let me be clear... this is NOT a new hotel! It's a refurbished old high rise close to the &quot;Tenderloin&quot; district. <hl> It's close to Union Square alright , but it's also very very close to lots of shady places in town. <hl> The immediate neighborhood looked dirty. Overall, the hotel has received a nice face lift, but there are definitely some issues here: the water pressure is god-awful, the furniture - though stylish - looks a bit cheap; elevators can take awhile; and parking really sucks. Staff is nice, but I frequently overheard casual conversations between the bell staff and the front desk employees (subject was usually cars) and some comments from the Maintenance crew (about leaks). The restaurant is great. Loved the bar! Very busy, too, so make sure to call ahead for reservations.

tripadvisor_review_6485

tripadvisor

a decent place to stay with good service

question: How do you like the cable car stop?, context: After reading reviews on TripAdvisor for various hotels in the Union Square area, we settled on the Hotel Rex. Our stay was fine, but there were some issues that would prevent me from giving it an above average rating.First, the good. The staff that I met were all very friendly and helpful. Check in was easy and having a car booked for the airport when checking out was great. The room was cleaned efficiently. The best part of this hotel is the location. It is central to the shopping district and very close to cable car, trolleys, bus and subway transportation. If you go to San Francisco, this is a great area in which to stay.There is some improvement needed. The hallways and public areas look a bit worn and shabby. I visited the Hyatt where I could have booked a room for just a few dollars more and was impressed with the cleanliness and the overall condition of the public areas there. The elevator is very small and slow. The two of us could barely fit our bags and ourselves on board. The room itself was very tiny. There were no drawers to store clothes in, although there was a wardrobe. However, there was not floor space to store bags, so the only place to put them was in the wardrobe, which then limited the space to store clothes. The bedspread in the room had cigarette burns in it, although I thought the room was non-smoking. After cleaning the bathroom one day, the room attendant left a dirty cleaning rag (looked like an old, ripped up bath towel) in the middle of the floor. We were on a room toward the back, so didn't get street noise, but had one tiny window which looked out over HVAC units and the grafitti on the building next door. Finally, there was a gift basket addressed to someone else in the room when we checked in. I took it to the front desk and the clerk said &quot;Oh, that's where that went!&quot;. I thought that seemed a little odd that in a small hotel, they couldn't send a basket to the correct room.Overall, a decent place to stay with good service. The public areas could use updating and the room could be designed more logically to maximize the limited space.

How do you like the cable car stop?

Overall, a decent place to stay with good service .

After reading reviews on TripAdvisor for various hotels in the Union Square area, we settled on the Hotel Rex. Our stay was fine, but there were some issues that would prevent me from giving it an above average rating.First, the good. The staff that I met were all very friendly and helpful. Check in was easy and having a car booked for the airport when checking out was great. The room was cleaned efficiently. The best part of this hotel is the location. It is central to the shopping district and very close to cable car, trolleys, bus and subway transportation. If you go to San Francisco, this is a great area in which to stay.There is some improvement needed. The hallways and public areas look a bit worn and shabby. I visited the Hyatt where I could have booked a room for just a few dollars more and was impressed with the cleanliness and the overall condition of the public areas there. The elevator is very small and slow. The two of us could barely fit our bags and ourselves on board. The room itself was very tiny. There were no drawers to store clothes in, although there was a wardrobe. However, there was not floor space to store bags, so the only place to put them was in the wardrobe, which then limited the space to store clothes. The bedspread in the room had cigarette burns in it, although I thought the room was non-smoking. After cleaning the bathroom one day, the room attendant left a dirty cleaning rag (looked like an old, ripped up bath towel) in the middle of the floor. We were on a room toward the back, so didn't get street noise, but had one tiny window which looked out over HVAC units and the grafitti on the building next door. Finally, there was a gift basket addressed to someone else in the room when we checked in. I took it to the front desk and the clerk said &quot;Oh, that's where that went!&quot;. I thought that seemed a little odd that in a small hotel, they couldn't send a basket to the correct room.Overall, a decent place to stay with good service. The public areas could use updating and the room could be designed more logically to maximize the limited space.

Overall, <hl> a decent place to stay with good service <hl> .

After reading reviews on TripAdvisor for various hotels in the Union Square area, we settled on the Hotel Rex. Our stay was fine, but there were some issues that would prevent me from giving it an above average rating.First, the good. The staff that I met were all very friendly and helpful. Check in was easy and having a car booked for the airport when checking out was great. The room was cleaned efficiently. The best part of this hotel is the location. It is central to the shopping district and very close to cable car, trolleys, bus and subway transportation. If you go to San Francisco, this is a great area in which to stay.There is some improvement needed. The hallways and public areas look a bit worn and shabby. I visited the Hyatt where I could have booked a room for just a few dollars more and was impressed with the cleanliness and the overall condition of the public areas there. The elevator is very small and slow. The two of us could barely fit our bags and ourselves on board. The room itself was very tiny. There were no drawers to store clothes in, although there was a wardrobe. However, there was not floor space to store bags, so the only place to put them was in the wardrobe, which then limited the space to store clothes. The bedspread in the room had cigarette burns in it, although I thought the room was non-smoking. After cleaning the bathroom one day, the room attendant left a dirty cleaning rag (looked like an old, ripped up bath towel) in the middle of the floor. We were on a room toward the back, so didn't get street noise, but had one tiny window which looked out over HVAC units and the grafitti on the building next door. Finally, there was a gift basket addressed to someone else in the room when we checked in. I took it to the front desk and the clerk said &quot;Oh, that's where that went!&quot;. I thought that seemed a little odd that in a small hotel, they couldn't send a basket to the correct room.Overall, <hl> a decent place to stay with good service <hl>. The public areas could use updating and the room could be designed more logically to maximize the limited space.

After reading reviews on TripAdvisor for various hotels in the Union Square area, we settled on the Hotel Rex. Our stay was fine, but there were some issues that would prevent me from giving it an above average rating. First, the good. The staff that I met were all very friendly and helpful. Check in was easy and having a car booked for the airport when checking out was great. The room was cleaned efficiently. The best part of this hotel is the location. It is central to the shopping district and very close to cable car, trolleys, bus and subway transportation. If you go to San Francisco, this is a great area in which to stay. There is some improvement needed. The hallways and public areas look a bit worn and shabby. I visited the Hyatt where I could have booked a room for just a few dollars more and was impressed with the cleanliness and the overall condition of the public areas there. The elevator is very small and slow. The two of us could barely fit our bags and ourselves on board. The room itself was very tiny. There were no drawers to store clothes in, although there was a wardrobe. However, there was not floor space to store bags, so the only place to put them was in the wardrobe, which then limited the space to store clothes. The bedspread in the room had cigarette burns in it, although I thought the room was non-smoking. After cleaning the bathroom one day, the room attendant left a dirty cleaning rag (looked like an old, ripped up bath towel) in the middle of the floor. We were on a room toward the back, so didn't get street noise, but had one tiny window which looked out over HVAC units and the grafitti on the building next door. Finally, there was a gift basket addressed to someone else in the room when we checked in. I took it to the front desk and the clerk said &quot;Oh, that's where that went!&quot;. I thought that seemed a little odd that in a small hotel, they couldn't send a basket to the correct room. <hl> Overall, a decent place to stay with good service . <hl> The public areas could use updating and the room could be designed more logically to maximize the limited space.

tripadvisor_review_2688

tripadvisor

The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and

question: When are you a accommodating staff?, context: We decided to try one of the new, smaller boutique hotels in San Francisco. We usually stay at the larger, chain hotels (read Hyatt). The Orchard Garden hotel on Bush Street is a &quot;green&quot; hotel that we discovered on the internet. We reserved a two-day stay taking advantage of their &quot;Park and Shop&quot; special. It was a great deal for us, since we had a car to get around the City and were not thrilled at the thought of paying $35 per day just for parking. The package included parking and a great European buffet breakfast. The room was compact but very clean, efficient and &quot;green.&quot; We applaud them for their efforts to conserve the environment. The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and such. We enjoyed our stay there and definitely will return.

When are you a accommodating staff?

The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and such.

We decided to try one of the new, smaller boutique hotels in San Francisco. We usually stay at the larger, chain hotels (read Hyatt). The Orchard Garden hotel on Bush Street is a &quot;green&quot; hotel that we discovered on the internet. We reserved a two-day stay taking advantage of their &quot;Park and Shop&quot; special. It was a great deal for us, since we had a car to get around the City and were not thrilled at the thought of paying $35 per day just for parking. The package included parking and a great European buffet breakfast. The room was compact but very clean, efficient and &quot;green.&quot; We applaud them for their efforts to conserve the environment. The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and such. We enjoyed our stay there and definitely will return.

<hl> The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and <hl> such.

We decided to try one of the new, smaller boutique hotels in San Francisco. We usually stay at the larger, chain hotels (read Hyatt). The Orchard Garden hotel on Bush Street is a &quot;green&quot; hotel that we discovered on the internet. We reserved a two-day stay taking advantage of their &quot;Park and Shop&quot; special. It was a great deal for us, since we had a car to get around the City and were not thrilled at the thought of paying $35 per day just for parking. The package included parking and a great European buffet breakfast. The room was compact but very clean, efficient and &quot;green.&quot; We applaud them for their efforts to conserve the environment. <hl> The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and <hl> such. We enjoyed our stay there and definitely will return.

We decided to try one of the new, smaller boutique hotels in San Francisco. We usually stay at the larger, chain hotels (read Hyatt). The Orchard Garden hotel on Bush Street is a &quot;green&quot; hotel that we discovered on the internet. We reserved a two-day stay taking advantage of their &quot;Park and Shop&quot; special. It was a great deal for us, since we had a car to get around the City and were not thrilled at the thought of paying $35 per day just for parking. The package included parking and a great European buffet breakfast. The room was compact but very clean, efficient and &quot;green.&quot; We applaud them for their efforts to conserve the environment. <hl> The staff was always courteous and accommodating and ready to help with directions, suggestions and such. <hl> We enjoyed our stay there and definitely will return.

tripadvisor_review_2062

tripadvisor

I expect a pleasant hotel experince

question: What do you think of the place?, context: I can't believe this hotel is consider a Hyatt. When I hear the Hyatt name I expect a pleasant hotel experince. That is definatly not what I recieved. I made reservations and paid extra for a Bay View room. What a joke, it was a particial bay view that could only be seen on from the outside balcony and when I leaned over the rail. I guess there is a place called the Regency Club at the top of the hotel with a great view of the city but it extra $75.00 a day. What a joke, I already spent almost $300.00 per night for a basic room with a so called &quot;Bay View&quot; and bad service. Don't forget there is an extra charge of $57.00 per night for valet parking. If you don't mind a little walk the parking garage is only $32.00 a night.The ONLY thing I can say nice about this hotel is the location. The location is nice and close to shopping and the pier.

What do you think of the place?

When I hear the Hyatt name I expect a pleasant hotel experince .

I can't believe this hotel is consider a Hyatt. When I hear the Hyatt name I expect a pleasant hotel experince. That is definatly not what I recieved. I made reservations and paid extra for a Bay View room. What a joke, it was a particial bay view that could only be seen on from the outside balcony and when I leaned over the rail. I guess there is a place called the Regency Club at the top of the hotel with a great view of the city but it extra $75.00 a day. What a joke, I already spent almost $300.00 per night for a basic room with a so called &quot;Bay View&quot; and bad service. Don't forget there is an extra charge of $57.00 per night for valet parking. If you don't mind a little walk the parking garage is only $32.00 a night.The ONLY thing I can say nice about this hotel is the location. The location is nice and close to shopping and the pier.

When I hear the Hyatt name <hl> I expect a pleasant hotel experince <hl> .

I can't believe this hotel is consider a Hyatt. When I hear the Hyatt name <hl> I expect a pleasant hotel experince <hl>. That is definatly not what I recieved. I made reservations and paid extra for a Bay View room. What a joke, it was a particial bay view that could only be seen on from the outside balcony and when I leaned over the rail. I guess there is a place called the Regency Club at the top of the hotel with a great view of the city but it extra $75.00 a day. What a joke, I already spent almost $300.00 per night for a basic room with a so called &quot;Bay View&quot; and bad service. Don't forget there is an extra charge of $57.00 per night for valet parking. If you don't mind a little walk the parking garage is only $32.00 a night.The ONLY thing I can say nice about this hotel is the location. The location is nice and close to shopping and the pier.

I can't believe this hotel is consider a Hyatt. <hl> When I hear the Hyatt name I expect a pleasant hotel experince . <hl> That is definatly not what I recieved. I made reservations and paid extra for a Bay View room. What a joke, it was a particial bay view that could only be seen on from the outside balcony and when I leaned over the rail. I guess there is a place called the Regency Club at the top of the hotel with a great view of the city but it extra $75.00 a day. What a joke, I already spent almost $300.00 per night for a basic room with a so called &quot;Bay View&quot; and bad service. Don't forget there is an extra charge of $57.00 per night for valet parking. If you don't mind a little walk the parking garage is only $32.00 a night. The ONLY thing I can say nice about this hotel is the location. The location is nice and close to shopping and the pier.

tripadvisor_review_10725

tripadvisor

parking is quite high

question: How do you rate the parking?, context: Hotel is very nice and I got a good price through a travel website but parking is quite high $45 a day ($30 a day across thestreet) and coffee or soda was very expensive. Highest price we have had to pay for daily internet access.

How do you rate the parking?

Hotel is very nice and I got a good price through a travel website but parking is quite high $45 a day ($30 a day across thestreet) and coffee or soda was very expensive.

Hotel is very nice and I got a good price through a travel website but parking is quite high $45 a day ($30 a day across thestreet) and coffee or soda was very expensive. Highest price we have had to pay for daily internet access.

Hotel is very nice and I got a good price through a travel website but <hl> parking is quite high <hl> $45 a day ($30 a day across thestreet) and coffee or soda was very expensive.

Hotel is very nice and I got a good price through a travel website but <hl> parking is quite high <hl> $45 a day ($30 a day across thestreet) and coffee or soda was very expensive. Highest price we have had to pay for daily internet access.

<hl> Hotel is very nice and I got a good price through a travel website but parking is quite high $45 a day ($30 a day across thestreet) and coffee or soda was very expensive. <hl> Highest price we have had to pay for daily internet access.

tripadvisor_review_10480

tripadvisor

It is conveniently located close to Union Square

question: Where is the concierge office?, context: Stayed at the Grand Hyatt on Union Square with my sister for a fabulous weekend 9/25/08-9/29/08. It is conveniently located close to Union Square shopping, the Mason St cable cars and the streetcars on Market down to the wharf. The hotel was very nice. The accomodations were clean and comfortable. There was individual air/heat control in the room-not one of those awful noisy wall units. The concierges were amazing. They knew the best ways to get around. They recommended a wonderful Hop-on/Hop-off tour of the city with the tickets good for two days at a very reasonable price. They recommended a fabulous little Italian restaurant &quot;Fino&quot; about 2 blocks walk away and made the reservations for us. They had an appropriate solution to any question or challenge we presented them. They went above and beyond the call of duty in all things. The staff in the breakfast area were very accomodating also and made sure our needs were met in a timely manner. Housekeeping was superb-when asked to bring an extra towel, they were there within 10 minutes. I would certainly stay in this wonderful hotel with this fabulous staff again. As a matter of fact, I am trying to talk my husband into a trip there next year. The beds are comfortable with down comforters and plenty of pillows for all tastes.We were hesitant based on some of the previous reviews. Once we realized that some of these reviews were 3 to 4 years old and when we saw the hotel and the quality of the service, we were sure we made the right choice.

Where is the concierge office?

It is conveniently located close to Union Square shopping, the Mason St cable cars and the streetcars on Market down to the wharf.

Stayed at the Grand Hyatt on Union Square with my sister for a fabulous weekend 9/25/08-9/29/08. It is conveniently located close to Union Square shopping, the Mason St cable cars and the streetcars on Market down to the wharf. The hotel was very nice. The accomodations were clean and comfortable. There was individual air/heat control in the room-not one of those awful noisy wall units. The concierges were amazing. They knew the best ways to get around. They recommended a wonderful Hop-on/Hop-off tour of the city with the tickets good for two days at a very reasonable price. They recommended a fabulous little Italian restaurant &quot;Fino&quot; about 2 blocks walk away and made the reservations for us. They had an appropriate solution to any question or challenge we presented them. They went above and beyond the call of duty in all things. The staff in the breakfast area were very accomodating also and made sure our needs were met in a timely manner. Housekeeping was superb-when asked to bring an extra towel, they were there within 10 minutes. I would certainly stay in this wonderful hotel with this fabulous staff again. As a matter of fact, I am trying to talk my husband into a trip there next year. The beds are comfortable with down comforters and plenty of pillows for all tastes.We were hesitant based on some of the previous reviews. Once we realized that some of these reviews were 3 to 4 years old and when we saw the hotel and the quality of the service, we were sure we made the right choice.

<hl> It is conveniently located close to Union Square <hl> shopping, the Mason St cable cars and the streetcars on Market down to the wharf.

Stayed at the Grand Hyatt on Union Square with my sister for a fabulous weekend 9/25/08-9/29/08. <hl> It is conveniently located close to Union Square <hl> shopping, the Mason St cable cars and the streetcars on Market down to the wharf. The hotel was very nice. The accomodations were clean and comfortable. There was individual air/heat control in the room-not one of those awful noisy wall units. The concierges were amazing. They knew the best ways to get around. They recommended a wonderful Hop-on/Hop-off tour of the city with the tickets good for two days at a very reasonable price. They recommended a fabulous little Italian restaurant &quot;Fino&quot; about 2 blocks walk away and made the reservations for us. They had an appropriate solution to any question or challenge we presented them. They went above and beyond the call of duty in all things. The staff in the breakfast area were very accomodating also and made sure our needs were met in a timely manner. Housekeeping was superb-when asked to bring an extra towel, they were there within 10 minutes. I would certainly stay in this wonderful hotel with this fabulous staff again. As a matter of fact, I am trying to talk my husband into a trip there next year. The beds are comfortable with down comforters and plenty of pillows for all tastes.We were hesitant based on some of the previous reviews. Once we realized that some of these reviews were 3 to 4 years old and when we saw the hotel and the quality of the service, we were sure we made the right choice.

Stayed at the Grand Hyatt on Union Square with my sister for a fabulous weekend 9/25/08-9/29/08. <hl> It is conveniently located close to Union Square shopping, the Mason St cable cars and the streetcars on Market down to the wharf. <hl> The hotel was very nice. The accomodations were clean and comfortable. There was individual air/heat control in the room-not one of those awful noisy wall units. The concierges were amazing. They knew the best ways to get around. They recommended a wonderful Hop-on/Hop-off tour of the city with the tickets good for two days at a very reasonable price. They recommended a fabulous little Italian restaurant &quot;Fino&quot; about 2 blocks walk away and made the reservations for us. They had an appropriate solution to any question or challenge we presented them. They went above and beyond the call of duty in all things. The staff in the breakfast area were very accomodating also and made sure our needs were met in a timely manner. Housekeeping was superb-when asked to bring an extra towel, they were there within 10 minutes. I would certainly stay in this wonderful hotel with this fabulous staff again. As a matter of fact, I am trying to talk my husband into a trip there next year. The beds are comfortable with down comforters and plenty of pillows for all tastes. We were hesitant based on some of the previous reviews. Once we realized that some of these reviews were 3 to 4 years old and when we saw the hotel and the quality of the service, we were sure we made the right choice.

tripadvisor_review_12140

tripadvisor

the staff was very efficient and courteous

question: How was the treatment of the staff?, context: My wife and I flew to San Francisco and wanted a Hotel removed from the hectic pace of the city while still being close to all the great places to see in San Francisco. We checked into the Hotel Drisco and received a warm greeting from the Staff. We were given a beautiful room overlooking the City of S.F. with a view that was spectacular in the evening when all the lights of the City were lit. The room was first class and the staff was very efficient and courteous. We would highly reccommend the Hotel Drisco to anyone wishing to have a relaxed and pleasant stay and a feeling of being wanted. The excellent buffet breakfast and the wine tasting hour in the late afternoon are just some of the many plusses you receive when you stay at this very elegant small hotel. My wife and I look forward to staying here on our next trip to San Francisco.

How was the treatment of the staff?

The room was first class and the staff was very efficient and courteous .

My wife and I flew to San Francisco and wanted a Hotel removed from the hectic pace of the city while still being close to all the great places to see in San Francisco. We checked into the Hotel Drisco and received a warm greeting from the Staff. We were given a beautiful room overlooking the City of S.F. with a view that was spectacular in the evening when all the lights of the City were lit. The room was first class and the staff was very efficient and courteous. We would highly reccommend the Hotel Drisco to anyone wishing to have a relaxed and pleasant stay and a feeling of being wanted. The excellent buffet breakfast and the wine tasting hour in the late afternoon are just some of the many plusses you receive when you stay at this very elegant small hotel. My wife and I look forward to staying here on our next trip to San Francisco.

The room was first class and <hl> the staff was very efficient and courteous <hl> .

My wife and I flew to San Francisco and wanted a Hotel removed from the hectic pace of the city while still being close to all the great places to see in San Francisco. We checked into the Hotel Drisco and received a warm greeting from the Staff. We were given a beautiful room overlooking the City of S.F. with a view that was spectacular in the evening when all the lights of the City were lit. The room was first class and <hl> the staff was very efficient and courteous <hl>. We would highly reccommend the Hotel Drisco to anyone wishing to have a relaxed and pleasant stay and a feeling of being wanted. The excellent buffet breakfast and the wine tasting hour in the late afternoon are just some of the many plusses you receive when you stay at this very elegant small hotel. My wife and I look forward to staying here on our next trip to San Francisco.

My wife and I flew to San Francisco and wanted a Hotel removed from the hectic pace of the city while still being close to all the great places to see in San Francisco. We checked into the Hotel Drisco and received a warm greeting from the Staff. We were given a beautiful room overlooking the City of S.F. with a view that was spectacular in the evening when all the lights of the City were lit. <hl> The room was first class and the staff was very efficient and courteous . <hl> We would highly reccommend the Hotel Drisco to anyone wishing to have a relaxed and pleasant stay and a feeling of being wanted. The excellent buffet breakfast and the wine tasting hour in the late afternoon are just some of the many plusses you receive when you stay at this very elegant small hotel. My wife and I look forward to staying here on our next trip to San Francisco.

tripadvisor_review_237

tripadvisor

wine and cheese in the evening was very nice

question: How is the quality of wine?, context: Very clean and nicely decorated. I love this type of old world hotel. Great location right at Union Square. Staff was friendly and helpul. Free continental breakfast was good and wine and cheese in the evening was very nice. They also had bottled water and apples out most of the time and cookies at night. Only complaint is that the wireless internet was VERY slow.

How is the quality of wine?

Free continental breakfast was good and wine and cheese in the evening was very nice .

Very clean and nicely decorated. I love this type of old world hotel. Great location right at Union Square. Staff was friendly and helpul. Free continental breakfast was good and wine and cheese in the evening was very nice. They also had bottled water and apples out most of the time and cookies at night. Only complaint is that the wireless internet was VERY slow.

Free continental breakfast was good and <hl> wine and cheese in the evening was very nice <hl> .

Very clean and nicely decorated. I love this type of old world hotel. Great location right at Union Square. Staff was friendly and helpul. Free continental breakfast was good and <hl> wine and cheese in the evening was very nice <hl>. They also had bottled water and apples out most of the time and cookies at night. Only complaint is that the wireless internet was VERY slow.

Very clean and nicely decorated. I love this type of old world hotel. Great location right at Union Square. Staff was friendly and helpul. <hl> Free continental breakfast was good and wine and cheese in the evening was very nice . <hl> They also had bottled water and apples out most of the time and cookies at night. Only complaint is that the wireless internet was VERY slow.

tripadvisor_review_496

tripadvisor

is free, and safe

question: How is the parking?, context: Our very favorite place to stay in San Francisco. Known as the Rock and Roll Hotel, The Phoenix is a true oasis in the middle of the bustling city. This was our second visit to The Phoenix Hotel. My family won't stay anywhere else! What a fun place. What an incredible staff! Especially helpful is front office manager Diana Weech. We had tickets for Wicked on April 30 and, of course, we booked The Phoenix, having had a wonderful time there the previous November. Our 20 year old daughter loves The Phoenix!Yes, The Phoenix is in the Tenderloin, you wouldn't want to go wandering out alone at night but we feel perfectly safe at The Phoenix. Once you enter the private courtyard at The Phoenix, you're in another world!Here's what you get: An incredibly clean, comfortable room, with lovely furnishings, wifi, in-room coffee, as well as a nice complimentary breakfast in the morning AND a very reasonable rate. Add in the superlative assistance at the front desk, a great pool and lounge area with fun statuary around, a relaxed, casual atmosphere, the occasional rock star and you have a recipe for a delightful get-away. And did I mention that there is free, and safe, parking? If you need anything, a simple call to the front desk takes care of it. Staff makes each and every guest feel special and welcome. As a member of the Joy of Life Club, we had a split of Chardonnay waiting for us when we arrived as well as a greeting card from the staff welcoming us to The Phoenix again. We also enjoyed a superb dinner at the Bambuddha prior to our show. They offer a blend of small and large plates and make it easy for a family to enjoy many different dishes. If you enjoy Asian fare, give the Bambuddha a try. You'll be glad you did.We already have another trip to SF planned in July so we'll be back to The Phoenix Hotel! Don't miss this gem on your next visit to San Francisco. We recommend The Phoenix to our friends visiting SF.

How is the parking?

And did I mention that there is free, and safe , parking?

Our very favorite place to stay in San Francisco. Known as the Rock and Roll Hotel, The Phoenix is a true oasis in the middle of the bustling city. This was our second visit to The Phoenix Hotel. My family won't stay anywhere else! What a fun place. What an incredible staff! Especially helpful is front office manager Diana Weech. We had tickets for Wicked on April 30 and, of course, we booked The Phoenix, having had a wonderful time there the previous November. Our 20 year old daughter loves The Phoenix!Yes, The Phoenix is in the Tenderloin, you wouldn't want to go wandering out alone at night but we feel perfectly safe at The Phoenix. Once you enter the private courtyard at The Phoenix, you're in another world!Here's what you get: An incredibly clean, comfortable room, with lovely furnishings, wifi, in-room coffee, as well as a nice complimentary breakfast in the morning AND a very reasonable rate. Add in the superlative assistance at the front desk, a great pool and lounge area with fun statuary around, a relaxed, casual atmosphere, the occasional rock star and you have a recipe for a delightful get-away. And did I mention that there is free, and safe, parking? If you need anything, a simple call to the front desk takes care of it. Staff makes each and every guest feel special and welcome. As a member of the Joy of Life Club, we had a split of Chardonnay waiting for us when we arrived as well as a greeting card from the staff welcoming us to The Phoenix again. We also enjoyed a superb dinner at the Bambuddha prior to our show. They offer a blend of small and large plates and make it easy for a family to enjoy many different dishes. If you enjoy Asian fare, give the Bambuddha a try. You'll be glad you did.We already have another trip to SF planned in July so we'll be back to The Phoenix Hotel! Don't miss this gem on your next visit to San Francisco. We recommend The Phoenix to our friends visiting SF.

And did I mention that there <hl> is free, and safe <hl> , parking?

Our very favorite place to stay in San Francisco. Known as the Rock and Roll Hotel, The Phoenix is a true oasis in the middle of the bustling city. This was our second visit to The Phoenix Hotel. My family won't stay anywhere else! What a fun place. What an incredible staff! Especially helpful is front office manager Diana Weech. We had tickets for Wicked on April 30 and, of course, we booked The Phoenix, having had a wonderful time there the previous November. Our 20 year old daughter loves The Phoenix!Yes, The Phoenix is in the Tenderloin, you wouldn't want to go wandering out alone at night but we feel perfectly safe at The Phoenix. Once you enter the private courtyard at The Phoenix, you're in another world!Here's what you get: An incredibly clean, comfortable room, with lovely furnishings, wifi, in-room coffee, as well as a nice complimentary breakfast in the morning AND a very reasonable rate. Add in the superlative assistance at the front desk, a great pool and lounge area with fun statuary around, a relaxed, casual atmosphere, the occasional rock star and you have a recipe for a delightful get-away. And did I mention that there <hl> is free, and safe <hl>, parking? If you need anything, a simple call to the front desk takes care of it. Staff makes each and every guest feel special and welcome. As a member of the Joy of Life Club, we had a split of Chardonnay waiting for us when we arrived as well as a greeting card from the staff welcoming us to The Phoenix again. We also enjoyed a superb dinner at the Bambuddha prior to our show. They offer a blend of small and large plates and make it easy for a family to enjoy many different dishes. If you enjoy Asian fare, give the Bambuddha a try. You'll be glad you did.We already have another trip to SF planned in July so we'll be back to The Phoenix Hotel! Don't miss this gem on your next visit to San Francisco. We recommend The Phoenix to our friends visiting SF.

Our very favorite place to stay in San Francisco. Known as the Rock and Roll Hotel, The Phoenix is a true oasis in the middle of the bustling city. This was our second visit to The Phoenix Hotel. My family won't stay anywhere else! What a fun place. What an incredible staff! Especially helpful is front office manager Diana Weech. We had tickets for Wicked on April 30 and, of course, we booked The Phoenix, having had a wonderful time there the previous November. Our 20 year old daughter loves The Phoenix!Yes, The Phoenix is in the Tenderloin, you wouldn't want to go wandering out alone at night but we feel perfectly safe at The Phoenix. Once you enter the private courtyard at The Phoenix, you're in another world!Here's what you get: An incredibly clean, comfortable room, with lovely furnishings, wifi, in-room coffee, as well as a nice complimentary breakfast in the morning AND a very reasonable rate. Add in the superlative assistance at the front desk, a great pool and lounge area with fun statuary around, a relaxed, casual atmosphere, the occasional rock star and you have a recipe for a delightful get-away. <hl> And did I mention that there is free, and safe , parking? <hl> If you need anything, a simple call to the front desk takes care of it. Staff makes each and every guest feel special and welcome. As a member of the Joy of Life Club, we had a split of Chardonnay waiting for us when we arrived as well as a greeting card from the staff welcoming us to The Phoenix again. We also enjoyed a superb dinner at the Bambuddha prior to our show. They offer a blend of small and large plates and make it easy for a family to enjoy many different dishes. If you enjoy Asian fare, give the Bambuddha a try. You'll be glad you did. We already have another trip to SF planned in July so we'll be back to The Phoenix Hotel! Don't miss this gem on your next visit to San Francisco. We recommend The Phoenix to our friends visiting SF.

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The wireless Internet service was a little weak

question: Do they have good internet?, context: My wife and I stayed 5 nights at this hotel. We got a great price on Priceline. The hotel is spotless and the staff friendly. The room was a little on the small side, but very comfortable and adequate. We found the hotel to be very quiet. The wireless Internet service was a little weak, but we were able to use it (and it was free). We wanted something downtown, convenient to the Palace Hotel, where my wife was attending a convention. It's about 3 block to Union Square and all the major shopping. The Palace was about 6 blocks, and there were plenty of restuarants within walking distance. You can also walk to Chinatown. Do get your bearings from the desk clerk, because there is an area nearby that should be avoided. We did without a car for the first 3 days because of the $39 valet parking fee at the hotel, and we really didn't have to drive anywhere. We then rented a car for a couple of days so we could drive down to Carmel and up to Napa. there are plenty of car rental places within a few blocks of the hotel and you can park overnight for about $12 in a garage about a block and a half away. So getting around worked out very well. We tried the restuarant for breakfast only, but it was good. In general, the restuarants downtown are very expensive, but our meals were very good. Overall, a good experience. We would definitely stay again.

Do they have good internet?

The wireless Internet service was a little weak , but we were able to use it (and it was free).

My wife and I stayed 5 nights at this hotel. We got a great price on Priceline. The hotel is spotless and the staff friendly. The room was a little on the small side, but very comfortable and adequate. We found the hotel to be very quiet. The wireless Internet service was a little weak, but we were able to use it (and it was free). We wanted something downtown, convenient to the Palace Hotel, where my wife was attending a convention. It's about 3 block to Union Square and all the major shopping. The Palace was about 6 blocks, and there were plenty of restuarants within walking distance. You can also walk to Chinatown. Do get your bearings from the desk clerk, because there is an area nearby that should be avoided. We did without a car for the first 3 days because of the $39 valet parking fee at the hotel, and we really didn't have to drive anywhere. We then rented a car for a couple of days so we could drive down to Carmel and up to Napa. there are plenty of car rental places within a few blocks of the hotel and you can park overnight for about $12 in a garage about a block and a half away. So getting around worked out very well. We tried the restuarant for breakfast only, but it was good. In general, the restuarants downtown are very expensive, but our meals were very good. Overall, a good experience. We would definitely stay again.

<hl> The wireless Internet service was a little weak <hl> , but we were able to use it (and it was free).

My wife and I stayed 5 nights at this hotel. We got a great price on Priceline. The hotel is spotless and the staff friendly. The room was a little on the small side, but very comfortable and adequate. We found the hotel to be very quiet. <hl> The wireless Internet service was a little weak <hl>, but we were able to use it (and it was free). We wanted something downtown, convenient to the Palace Hotel, where my wife was attending a convention. It's about 3 block to Union Square and all the major shopping. The Palace was about 6 blocks, and there were plenty of restuarants within walking distance. You can also walk to Chinatown. Do get your bearings from the desk clerk, because there is an area nearby that should be avoided. We did without a car for the first 3 days because of the $39 valet parking fee at the hotel, and we really didn't have to drive anywhere. We then rented a car for a couple of days so we could drive down to Carmel and up to Napa. there are plenty of car rental places within a few blocks of the hotel and you can park overnight for about $12 in a garage about a block and a half away. So getting around worked out very well. We tried the restuarant for breakfast only, but it was good. In general, the restuarants downtown are very expensive, but our meals were very good. Overall, a good experience. We would definitely stay again.

My wife and I stayed 5 nights at this hotel. We got a great price on Priceline. The hotel is spotless and the staff friendly. The room was a little on the small side, but very comfortable and adequate. We found the hotel to be very quiet. <hl> The wireless Internet service was a little weak , but we were able to use it (and it was free). <hl> We wanted something downtown, convenient to the Palace Hotel, where my wife was attending a convention. It's about 3 block to Union Square and all the major shopping. The Palace was about 6 blocks, and there were plenty of restuarants within walking distance. You can also walk to Chinatown. Do get your bearings from the desk clerk, because there is an area nearby that should be avoided. We did without a car for the first 3 days because of the $39 valet parking fee at the hotel, and we really didn't have to drive anywhere. We then rented a car for a couple of days so we could drive down to Carmel and up to Napa. there are plenty of car rental places within a few blocks of the hotel and you can park overnight for about $12 in a garage about a block and a half away. So getting around worked out very well. We tried the restuarant for breakfast only, but it was good. In general, the restuarants downtown are very expensive, but our meals were very good. Overall, a good experience. We would definitely stay again.

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friendly people

question: How is people?, context: One of the attractions of the Laurel Inn is that it is in a nice, more residential neighborhood, with shops and restaurants nearby. It is a bit removed from more touristy areas, such as Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square, but public transportation can get you there and back (however, while the buses ran quite frequently during the day, they are not as frequent at night and it took a while longer to get back to the hotel). Our room was 316 (two doubles with a kitchenette) with a view overlooking Presidio Avenue. The room was quite spacious and we were very impressed with the attention to detail. The furnishing, lighting and other decorative touches were done very creatively. The bathroom was small, with only a shower, but once again the amenities (Aveda products, fresh flowers, egyptian cotton towels) more than made up for it. We enjoyed the other amenities the hotel had to offer--onsite parking, continental breakfast, cookies and lemonade in the afternoon. We did find that staying next to a major city street was quite noisy during the day (those garbage collectors have early hours!), but did quiet down at night.If there was just one negative that prevents me from giving this hotel a 5-star rating, it is the inconsistency of the front desk staff. There were at least three wonderfully friendly people manning the front desk who went out of their way to be helpful. However, there were two sour people in particular who made you feel like you were imposing with every request. It is not enough of a negative to keep me from staying at this charming hotel again, but it would be nice if all the front desk personnel had the same customer service skills.

How is people?

There were at least three wonderfully friendly people manning the front desk who went out of their way to be helpful.

One of the attractions of the Laurel Inn is that it is in a nice, more residential neighborhood, with shops and restaurants nearby. It is a bit removed from more touristy areas, such as Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square, but public transportation can get you there and back (however, while the buses ran quite frequently during the day, they are not as frequent at night and it took a while longer to get back to the hotel). Our room was 316 (two doubles with a kitchenette) with a view overlooking Presidio Avenue. The room was quite spacious and we were very impressed with the attention to detail. The furnishing, lighting and other decorative touches were done very creatively. The bathroom was small, with only a shower, but once again the amenities (Aveda products, fresh flowers, egyptian cotton towels) more than made up for it. We enjoyed the other amenities the hotel had to offer--onsite parking, continental breakfast, cookies and lemonade in the afternoon. We did find that staying next to a major city street was quite noisy during the day (those garbage collectors have early hours!), but did quiet down at night.If there was just one negative that prevents me from giving this hotel a 5-star rating, it is the inconsistency of the front desk staff. There were at least three wonderfully friendly people manning the front desk who went out of their way to be helpful. However, there were two sour people in particular who made you feel like you were imposing with every request. It is not enough of a negative to keep me from staying at this charming hotel again, but it would be nice if all the front desk personnel had the same customer service skills.

There were at least three wonderfully <hl> friendly people <hl> manning the front desk who went out of their way to be helpful.

One of the attractions of the Laurel Inn is that it is in a nice, more residential neighborhood, with shops and restaurants nearby. It is a bit removed from more touristy areas, such as Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square, but public transportation can get you there and back (however, while the buses ran quite frequently during the day, they are not as frequent at night and it took a while longer to get back to the hotel). Our room was 316 (two doubles with a kitchenette) with a view overlooking Presidio Avenue. The room was quite spacious and we were very impressed with the attention to detail. The furnishing, lighting and other decorative touches were done very creatively. The bathroom was small, with only a shower, but once again the amenities (Aveda products, fresh flowers, egyptian cotton towels) more than made up for it. We enjoyed the other amenities the hotel had to offer--onsite parking, continental breakfast, cookies and lemonade in the afternoon. We did find that staying next to a major city street was quite noisy during the day (those garbage collectors have early hours!), but did quiet down at night.If there was just one negative that prevents me from giving this hotel a 5-star rating, it is the inconsistency of the front desk staff. There were at least three wonderfully <hl> friendly people <hl> manning the front desk who went out of their way to be helpful. However, there were two sour people in particular who made you feel like you were imposing with every request. It is not enough of a negative to keep me from staying at this charming hotel again, but it would be nice if all the front desk personnel had the same customer service skills.

One of the attractions of the Laurel Inn is that it is in a nice, more residential neighborhood, with shops and restaurants nearby. It is a bit removed from more touristy areas, such as Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square, but public transportation can get you there and back (however, while the buses ran quite frequently during the day, they are not as frequent at night and it took a while longer to get back to the hotel). Our room was 316 (two doubles with a kitchenette) with a view overlooking Presidio Avenue. The room was quite spacious and we were very impressed with the attention to detail. The furnishing, lighting and other decorative touches were done very creatively. The bathroom was small, with only a shower, but once again the amenities (Aveda products, fresh flowers, egyptian cotton towels) more than made up for it. We enjoyed the other amenities the hotel had to offer--onsite parking, continental breakfast, cookies and lemonade in the afternoon. We did find that staying next to a major city street was quite noisy during the day (those garbage collectors have early hours!), but did quiet down at night. If there was just one negative that prevents me from giving this hotel a 5-star rating, it is the inconsistency of the front desk staff. <hl> There were at least three wonderfully friendly people manning the front desk who went out of their way to be helpful. <hl> However, there were two sour people in particular who made you feel like you were imposing with every request. It is not enough of a negative to keep me from staying at this charming hotel again, but it would be nice if all the front desk personnel had the same customer service skills.

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The staff is probably the best part of this hotel

question: How good are the staff here?, context: By the time I had reached this hotel, I had been to four different cities and was grouchy and warn out. The staff, right from the door man to the room service staff were outstanding. This property used to be a Pan Pacific Hotel, one of my personal favorites, so I knew I couldn't go too wrong here. The rooms were a very good size and unusually positioned with a hallway in and the bathroom around the corner. The bathrooms were plush with all the amenities you expect in an upper scale hotel, such as a separate shower, high end products and two robes of different weight (and size). There was an LCD television. Upon arrival, on the 3rd floor, at check-in there was a beverage set-up with fresh fruit water. I tried the restaurant and room service and actually preferred the room service as there was more selection! The staff is probably the best part of this hotel. Eager to go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I had shopped and knew I would never fit my purchases in my already overstuffed suicase, so the concierge FedEx'd my purchases to my home! outstanding. The hotel is conveniently located about a block or so away from the shopping mecca of Union Square. I cannot wait to return.

How good are the staff here?

I tried the restaurant and room service and actually preferred the room service as there was more selection! The staff is probably the best part of this hotel .

By the time I had reached this hotel, I had been to four different cities and was grouchy and warn out. The staff, right from the door man to the room service staff were outstanding. This property used to be a Pan Pacific Hotel, one of my personal favorites, so I knew I couldn't go too wrong here. The rooms were a very good size and unusually positioned with a hallway in and the bathroom around the corner. The bathrooms were plush with all the amenities you expect in an upper scale hotel, such as a separate shower, high end products and two robes of different weight (and size). There was an LCD television. Upon arrival, on the 3rd floor, at check-in there was a beverage set-up with fresh fruit water. I tried the restaurant and room service and actually preferred the room service as there was more selection! The staff is probably the best part of this hotel. Eager to go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I had shopped and knew I would never fit my purchases in my already overstuffed suicase, so the concierge FedEx'd my purchases to my home! outstanding. The hotel is conveniently located about a block or so away from the shopping mecca of Union Square. I cannot wait to return.

I tried the restaurant and room service and actually preferred the room service as there was more selection! <hl> The staff is probably the best part of this hotel <hl> .

By the time I had reached this hotel, I had been to four different cities and was grouchy and warn out. The staff, right from the door man to the room service staff were outstanding. This property used to be a Pan Pacific Hotel, one of my personal favorites, so I knew I couldn't go too wrong here. The rooms were a very good size and unusually positioned with a hallway in and the bathroom around the corner. The bathrooms were plush with all the amenities you expect in an upper scale hotel, such as a separate shower, high end products and two robes of different weight (and size). There was an LCD television. Upon arrival, on the 3rd floor, at check-in there was a beverage set-up with fresh fruit water. I tried the restaurant and room service and actually preferred the room service as there was more selection! <hl> The staff is probably the best part of this hotel <hl>. Eager to go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I had shopped and knew I would never fit my purchases in my already overstuffed suicase, so the concierge FedEx'd my purchases to my home! outstanding. The hotel is conveniently located about a block or so away from the shopping mecca of Union Square. I cannot wait to return.

By the time I had reached this hotel, I had been to four different cities and was grouchy and warn out. The staff, right from the door man to the room service staff were outstanding. This property used to be a Pan Pacific Hotel, one of my personal favorites, so I knew I couldn't go too wrong here. The rooms were a very good size and unusually positioned with a hallway in and the bathroom around the corner. The bathrooms were plush with all the amenities you expect in an upper scale hotel, such as a separate shower, high end products and two robes of different weight (and size). There was an LCD television. Upon arrival, on the 3rd floor, at check-in there was a beverage set-up with fresh fruit water. <hl> I tried the restaurant and room service and actually preferred the room service as there was more selection! The staff is probably the best part of this hotel . <hl> Eager to go out of their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. I had shopped and knew I would never fit my purchases in my already overstuffed suicase, so the concierge FedEx'd my purchases to my home! outstanding. The hotel is conveniently located about a block or so away from the shopping mecca of Union Square. I cannot wait to return.

tripadvisor_review_8993

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The staff was great

question: How was the staff?, context: We stay here because the hotel delivers the most spacious and updated rooms for the price. Most hotels in SF (even the recently remodeled ones) are older w/ really small rooms. Yes, you're here to see the city, not the room, but a little extra space is always a good thing. Plus there's the minifrig, micro, champagne glasses, etc. to help stretch your travel dollars. The staff was great; let us check into our room early. After walking the city all afternoon we took our champagne to the 14th floor terrace and enjoyed the sunshine (it was an amazing 75 degrees in Nov!). We'll definitely be back and recommend this to all our friends.

How was the staff?

The staff was great ; let us check into our room early.

We stay here because the hotel delivers the most spacious and updated rooms for the price. Most hotels in SF (even the recently remodeled ones) are older w/ really small rooms. Yes, you're here to see the city, not the room, but a little extra space is always a good thing. Plus there's the minifrig, micro, champagne glasses, etc. to help stretch your travel dollars. The staff was great; let us check into our room early. After walking the city all afternoon we took our champagne to the 14th floor terrace and enjoyed the sunshine (it was an amazing 75 degrees in Nov!). We'll definitely be back and recommend this to all our friends.

<hl> The staff was great <hl> ; let us check into our room early.

We stay here because the hotel delivers the most spacious and updated rooms for the price. Most hotels in SF (even the recently remodeled ones) are older w/ really small rooms. Yes, you're here to see the city, not the room, but a little extra space is always a good thing. Plus there's the minifrig, micro, champagne glasses, etc. to help stretch your travel dollars. <hl> The staff was great <hl>; let us check into our room early. After walking the city all afternoon we took our champagne to the 14th floor terrace and enjoyed the sunshine (it was an amazing 75 degrees in Nov!). We'll definitely be back and recommend this to all our friends.

We stay here because the hotel delivers the most spacious and updated rooms for the price. Most hotels in SF (even the recently remodeled ones) are older w/ really small rooms. Yes, you're here to see the city, not the room, but a little extra space is always a good thing. Plus there's the minifrig, micro, champagne glasses, etc. to help stretch your travel dollars. <hl> The staff was great ; let us check into our room early. <hl> After walking the city all afternoon we took our champagne to the 14th floor terrace and enjoyed the sunshine (it was an amazing 75 degrees in Nov!). We'll definitely be back and recommend this to all our friends.

tripadvisor_review_878

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staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient

question: How was the bartender's service?, context: There are not enough good things I can say about the Hotel Adagio. It is in a great location for shopping, nightlife, and AVIS car rental is behind the building (we rented a car to go up to Wine Country).The staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient. It was so nice to have every need anticipated before I even had to ask for it!We got a great deal through Travelzoo for this hotel and I was a little leery as in SF &quot;boutique hotel&quot; can be code for &quot;shabby and rundown&quot;. Not the case for the Adagio. And, unlike other older hotels where the rooms are tiny, our room was spacious and spotless. The hotel has been updated recently without losing its Spanish feel.Being in the Union Square area it is not the quietest location but we were close to great restaurants, theatres, and shopping.We loved it and would definitely recommend it for other travelers, and I know I will be staying there again.

How was the bartender's service?

It is in a great location for shopping, nightlife, and AVIS car rental is behind the building (we rented a car to go up to Wine Country).The staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient .

There are not enough good things I can say about the Hotel Adagio. It is in a great location for shopping, nightlife, and AVIS car rental is behind the building (we rented a car to go up to Wine Country).The staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient. It was so nice to have every need anticipated before I even had to ask for it!We got a great deal through Travelzoo for this hotel and I was a little leery as in SF &quot;boutique hotel&quot; can be code for &quot;shabby and rundown&quot;. Not the case for the Adagio. And, unlike other older hotels where the rooms are tiny, our room was spacious and spotless. The hotel has been updated recently without losing its Spanish feel.Being in the Union Square area it is not the quietest location but we were close to great restaurants, theatres, and shopping.We loved it and would definitely recommend it for other travelers, and I know I will be staying there again.

It is in a great location for shopping, nightlife, and AVIS car rental is behind the building (we rented a car to go up to Wine Country).The <hl> staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient <hl> .

There are not enough good things I can say about the Hotel Adagio. It is in a great location for shopping, nightlife, and AVIS car rental is behind the building (we rented a car to go up to Wine Country).The <hl> staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient <hl>. It was so nice to have every need anticipated before I even had to ask for it!We got a great deal through Travelzoo for this hotel and I was a little leery as in SF &quot;boutique hotel&quot; can be code for &quot;shabby and rundown&quot;. Not the case for the Adagio. And, unlike other older hotels where the rooms are tiny, our room was spacious and spotless. The hotel has been updated recently without losing its Spanish feel.Being in the Union Square area it is not the quietest location but we were close to great restaurants, theatres, and shopping.We loved it and would definitely recommend it for other travelers, and I know I will be staying there again.

There are not enough good things I can say about the Hotel Adagio. <hl> It is in a great location for shopping, nightlife, and AVIS car rental is behind the building (we rented a car to go up to Wine Country).The staff were extremely friendly, courteous, polite, and efficient . <hl> It was so nice to have every need anticipated before I even had to ask for it!We got a great deal through Travelzoo for this hotel and I was a little leery as in SF &quot;boutique hotel&quot; can be code for &quot;shabby and rundown&quot;. Not the case for the Adagio. And, unlike other older hotels where the rooms are tiny, our room was spacious and spotless. The hotel has been updated recently without losing its Spanish feel. Being in the Union Square area it is not the quietest location but we were close to great restaurants, theatres, and shopping. We loved it and would definitely recommend it for other travelers, and I know I will be staying there again.

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The actual room itself is fine

question: Was the bathroom spacious?, context: Cannot fault the hotel location at all. Situated just off Fisherman's Wharf and right next to a supermarket this hotel is great for people wanting to be well connected to civilization. Great transport links also mean that you are well connected to other parts of the city as well.The actual room itself is fine. The bed is amazingly comfortable, but there are some very annoying features. The biggest and most ridiculous aspect of the rooms are the abnormally small bathrooms. They are so small, you can't even do a 360 in them without giving yourself a concussion. This may be fine for little people but it's simply very uncomfortable for anyone over 5ft tall. The clothing hooks in the bathrooms are also so small that you cannot hang anything without it falling off instantly. This may seem very petty, but believe me, is VERY annoying.Another point worth a mention is the Air Con...it's the size of a range cooker, and earth shatteringly loud.Also, the hotel layout is like a maze, and finding your way to your room from the elevator can be an expedition.Still, if your young, healthy and consider yourself vertically challenged, this may well be the perfect place for you!

Was the bathroom spacious?

The actual room itself is fine .

Cannot fault the hotel location at all. Situated just off Fisherman's Wharf and right next to a supermarket this hotel is great for people wanting to be well connected to civilization. Great transport links also mean that you are well connected to other parts of the city as well.The actual room itself is fine. The bed is amazingly comfortable, but there are some very annoying features. The biggest and most ridiculous aspect of the rooms are the abnormally small bathrooms. They are so small, you can't even do a 360 in them without giving yourself a concussion. This may be fine for little people but it's simply very uncomfortable for anyone over 5ft tall. The clothing hooks in the bathrooms are also so small that you cannot hang anything without it falling off instantly. This may seem very petty, but believe me, is VERY annoying.Another point worth a mention is the Air Con...it's the size of a range cooker, and earth shatteringly loud.Also, the hotel layout is like a maze, and finding your way to your room from the elevator can be an expedition.Still, if your young, healthy and consider yourself vertically challenged, this may well be the perfect place for you!

<hl> The actual room itself is fine <hl> .

Cannot fault the hotel location at all. Situated just off Fisherman's Wharf and right next to a supermarket this hotel is great for people wanting to be well connected to civilization. Great transport links also mean that you are well connected to other parts of the city as well.<hl> The actual room itself is fine <hl>. The bed is amazingly comfortable, but there are some very annoying features. The biggest and most ridiculous aspect of the rooms are the abnormally small bathrooms. They are so small, you can't even do a 360 in them without giving yourself a concussion. This may be fine for little people but it's simply very uncomfortable for anyone over 5ft tall. The clothing hooks in the bathrooms are also so small that you cannot hang anything without it falling off instantly. This may seem very petty, but believe me, is VERY annoying.Another point worth a mention is the Air Con...it's the size of a range cooker, and earth shatteringly loud.Also, the hotel layout is like a maze, and finding your way to your room from the elevator can be an expedition.Still, if your young, healthy and consider yourself vertically challenged, this may well be the perfect place for you!

Cannot fault the hotel location at all. Situated just off Fisherman's Wharf and right next to a supermarket this hotel is great for people wanting to be well connected to civilization. Great transport links also mean that you are well connected to other parts of the city as well. <hl> The actual room itself is fine . <hl> The bed is amazingly comfortable, but there are some very annoying features. The biggest and most ridiculous aspect of the rooms are the abnormally small bathrooms. They are so small, you can't even do a 360 in them without giving yourself a concussion. This may be fine for little people but it's simply very uncomfortable for anyone over 5ft tall. The clothing hooks in the bathrooms are also so small that you cannot hang anything without it falling off instantly. This may seem very petty, but believe me, is VERY annoying. Another point worth a mention is the Air Con...it's the size of a range cooker, and earth shatteringly loud. Also, the hotel layout is like a maze, and finding your way to your room from the elevator can be an expedition. Still, if your young, healthy and consider yourself vertically challenged, this may well be the perfect place for you!

tripadvisor_review_12946

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this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat

question: How is the hotel?, context: Stayed here for 6 nights with my husband and son. We arrived at 11am thinking we would just drop off our luggage and hit the town. The room was surprisingly ready so we were able to check-in early. Since there were no rooms with two double beds available, we were given a room on the 17th floor with a king size bed. I requested a roll-away bed and that was delivered the next day. If I had any complaints at all, it would be having to call again for the roll-away bed but this is really a non-issue.The hotel is in a great location in the financial district. We took the BART between SFO and the hotel. At $5.35 per person one way, it is more economical than a cab. The BART station is only a few blocks away in the Embarcadero area. Also, the hotel is within blocks of lots of MUNI bus and train lines so travel is convenient. In fact, I would discourage renting a car unless necessary since valet parking is $50 + taxes per night. The pillowtop bed is incredibly comfortable. I usually don't sleep well in hotels but the Le Meridien bed is an exception. Also, the hotel was extremely quiet. Our room was very close to the elevators but I did not hear people in the hallway or in the rooms next door. The lady at the concierge desk is amazing. I swear she is a human GPS. She'll give awesome recommendations for restaurants.Check-out was easy with no surprises. Overall, this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat.

How is the hotel?

Overall, this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat .

Stayed here for 6 nights with my husband and son. We arrived at 11am thinking we would just drop off our luggage and hit the town. The room was surprisingly ready so we were able to check-in early. Since there were no rooms with two double beds available, we were given a room on the 17th floor with a king size bed. I requested a roll-away bed and that was delivered the next day. If I had any complaints at all, it would be having to call again for the roll-away bed but this is really a non-issue.The hotel is in a great location in the financial district. We took the BART between SFO and the hotel. At $5.35 per person one way, it is more economical than a cab. The BART station is only a few blocks away in the Embarcadero area. Also, the hotel is within blocks of lots of MUNI bus and train lines so travel is convenient. In fact, I would discourage renting a car unless necessary since valet parking is $50 + taxes per night. The pillowtop bed is incredibly comfortable. I usually don't sleep well in hotels but the Le Meridien bed is an exception. Also, the hotel was extremely quiet. Our room was very close to the elevators but I did not hear people in the hallway or in the rooms next door. The lady at the concierge desk is amazing. I swear she is a human GPS. She'll give awesome recommendations for restaurants.Check-out was easy with no surprises. Overall, this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat.

Overall, <hl> this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat <hl> .

Stayed here for 6 nights with my husband and son. We arrived at 11am thinking we would just drop off our luggage and hit the town. The room was surprisingly ready so we were able to check-in early. Since there were no rooms with two double beds available, we were given a room on the 17th floor with a king size bed. I requested a roll-away bed and that was delivered the next day. If I had any complaints at all, it would be having to call again for the roll-away bed but this is really a non-issue.The hotel is in a great location in the financial district. We took the BART between SFO and the hotel. At $5.35 per person one way, it is more economical than a cab. The BART station is only a few blocks away in the Embarcadero area. Also, the hotel is within blocks of lots of MUNI bus and train lines so travel is convenient. In fact, I would discourage renting a car unless necessary since valet parking is $50 + taxes per night. The pillowtop bed is incredibly comfortable. I usually don't sleep well in hotels but the Le Meridien bed is an exception. Also, the hotel was extremely quiet. Our room was very close to the elevators but I did not hear people in the hallway or in the rooms next door. The lady at the concierge desk is amazing. I swear she is a human GPS. She'll give awesome recommendations for restaurants.Check-out was easy with no surprises. Overall, <hl> this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat <hl>.

Stayed here for 6 nights with my husband and son. We arrived at 11am thinking we would just drop off our luggage and hit the town. The room was surprisingly ready so we were able to check-in early. Since there were no rooms with two double beds available, we were given a room on the 17th floor with a king size bed. I requested a roll-away bed and that was delivered the next day. If I had any complaints at all, it would be having to call again for the roll-away bed but this is really a non-issue. The hotel is in a great location in the financial district. We took the BART between SFO and the hotel. At $5.35 per person one way, it is more economical than a cab. The BART station is only a few blocks away in the Embarcadero area. Also, the hotel is within blocks of lots of MUNI bus and train lines so travel is convenient. In fact, I would discourage renting a car unless necessary since valet parking is $50 + taxes per night. The pillowtop bed is incredibly comfortable. I usually don't sleep well in hotels but the Le Meridien bed is an exception. Also, the hotel was extremely quiet. Our room was very close to the elevators but I did not hear people in the hallway or in the rooms next door. The lady at the concierge desk is amazing. I swear she is a human GPS. She'll give awesome recommendations for restaurants. Check-out was easy with no surprises. <hl> Overall, this upscale hotel is highly recommended and its location is hard to beat . <hl>

tripadvisor_review_2375

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it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time

question: How is the hotel?, context: I would highly recommend Palace Hotel. It has great downtown location just steps from the BART station (their subway). You can get from the San Francisco International to the hotel for 30 minutes. The hotel and the rooms were clean. I found out that I have an allergy to the detergent they wash their linen with and requested our sheets not to be treated with chemicals and indeed they did it! Great place to stay! I highly recommend it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time.

How is the hotel?

I highly recommend it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time .

I would highly recommend Palace Hotel. It has great downtown location just steps from the BART station (their subway). You can get from the San Francisco International to the hotel for 30 minutes. The hotel and the rooms were clean. I found out that I have an allergy to the detergent they wash their linen with and requested our sheets not to be treated with chemicals and indeed they did it! Great place to stay! I highly recommend it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time.

I highly recommend <hl> it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time <hl> .

I would highly recommend Palace Hotel. It has great downtown location just steps from the BART station (their subway). You can get from the San Francisco International to the hotel for 30 minutes. The hotel and the rooms were clean. I found out that I have an allergy to the detergent they wash their linen with and requested our sheets not to be treated with chemicals and indeed they did it! Great place to stay! I highly recommend <hl> it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time <hl>.

I would highly recommend Palace Hotel. It has great downtown location just steps from the BART station (their subway). You can get from the San Francisco International to the hotel for 30 minutes. The hotel and the rooms were clean. I found out that I have an allergy to the detergent they wash their linen with and requested our sheets not to be treated with chemicals and indeed they did it! Great place to stay! <hl> I highly recommend it!The hotel was cheap and fabulous at the same time . <hl>

tripadvisor_review_7393

tripadvisor

The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful

question: Where can I get good service from this hotel?, context: We stayed here for 4 nights with our two sons. The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful. The layout of the hotel is a little strange and it was undergoing extensive renovations, so I'm not sure we saw it all. The lobby (not check-in) seems out of the way, so you never think of enjoying it. Not really sure what was there--the hotel didn't seem to have a lounge or bar. It did have a restaurant, but again it was out-of-the-way so you don't think about patronizing it. I never even saw it, so I can't comment on it.The concierge here is very helpful always ready with dinner recommendations, help with reservations, and even arranged for our rental car to be returned for us.Our room was on the fifth floor with city views. It was beautifully decorated and newly refurbished. The beds were extremely comfortable and triple-sheeted. There was a nice, large flat screen television. The room was very quiet, except during the day when there was the noise of construction. It wasn't horrible, but could be heard. It was also very clean. There were nice robes for after showering.On the downside: the room was quite small. One of our double beds was pushed up against the wall, so whoever slept there (me!) had to crawl over the other person. The bathroom was also quite small, especially the vanity area. The toilet and shower were separate from the vanity, which was nice. The room did not have a mini-bar or a dresser. Since the room was small, we had suitcases every where.Our boys had room service several times as my husband were going out for dinner. The service was quick (20 minutes or so) and the food was very good and excellently transported. For example, the milks and ice cream were kept on ice to keep them cold. The staff was friendly. Of course, it was very expensive. We paid about $40 dollars every night for a small pepperoni pizza, pb&amp;J, 2 milks, and two cookies by the time we paid the already high-cost of the food, delivery fee, and gratuity. Food in San Francisco is very expensive in general, and the convenience was nice and allowed my husband and me to get ready for a night out and gave our kids a treat of room service in front of the TV.The hotel is located at the top of Nob Hill and at the intersection of two cable car lines. It is only three blocks from China Town and close to a nice shopping district. There are some beautiful views. Walking in San Francisco and especially this area is quite a workout! The hills are very steep and it is straight up hill to the Stanford Court from every direction! As I said, two cable car lines stop in front of the hotel, which is nice, but they can be extremely crowded and you may need to be aggressive if you have stood at the cable car stop for awhile only to be pushed out of the way by others running for the car as it stops.This was a nice hotel, located in a pretty and historical area. Nob Hill was the center of old San Francisco wealth in the early 20th century. It is close to some interesting sites (but not Fisherman's Wharf although the cable cars take you directly there.) I'm not sure I would chose this hotel again, though, if I were to return to San Francisco.

Where can I get good service from this hotel?

The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful .

We stayed here for 4 nights with our two sons. The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful. The layout of the hotel is a little strange and it was undergoing extensive renovations, so I'm not sure we saw it all. The lobby (not check-in) seems out of the way, so you never think of enjoying it. Not really sure what was there--the hotel didn't seem to have a lounge or bar. It did have a restaurant, but again it was out-of-the-way so you don't think about patronizing it. I never even saw it, so I can't comment on it.The concierge here is very helpful always ready with dinner recommendations, help with reservations, and even arranged for our rental car to be returned for us.Our room was on the fifth floor with city views. It was beautifully decorated and newly refurbished. The beds were extremely comfortable and triple-sheeted. There was a nice, large flat screen television. The room was very quiet, except during the day when there was the noise of construction. It wasn't horrible, but could be heard. It was also very clean. There were nice robes for after showering.On the downside: the room was quite small. One of our double beds was pushed up against the wall, so whoever slept there (me!) had to crawl over the other person. The bathroom was also quite small, especially the vanity area. The toilet and shower were separate from the vanity, which was nice. The room did not have a mini-bar or a dresser. Since the room was small, we had suitcases every where.Our boys had room service several times as my husband were going out for dinner. The service was quick (20 minutes or so) and the food was very good and excellently transported. For example, the milks and ice cream were kept on ice to keep them cold. The staff was friendly. Of course, it was very expensive. We paid about $40 dollars every night for a small pepperoni pizza, pb&amp;J, 2 milks, and two cookies by the time we paid the already high-cost of the food, delivery fee, and gratuity. Food in San Francisco is very expensive in general, and the convenience was nice and allowed my husband and me to get ready for a night out and gave our kids a treat of room service in front of the TV.The hotel is located at the top of Nob Hill and at the intersection of two cable car lines. It is only three blocks from China Town and close to a nice shopping district. There are some beautiful views. Walking in San Francisco and especially this area is quite a workout! The hills are very steep and it is straight up hill to the Stanford Court from every direction! As I said, two cable car lines stop in front of the hotel, which is nice, but they can be extremely crowded and you may need to be aggressive if you have stood at the cable car stop for awhile only to be pushed out of the way by others running for the car as it stops.This was a nice hotel, located in a pretty and historical area. Nob Hill was the center of old San Francisco wealth in the early 20th century. It is close to some interesting sites (but not Fisherman's Wharf although the cable cars take you directly there.) I'm not sure I would chose this hotel again, though, if I were to return to San Francisco.

<hl> The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful <hl> .

We stayed here for 4 nights with our two sons. <hl> The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful <hl>. The layout of the hotel is a little strange and it was undergoing extensive renovations, so I'm not sure we saw it all. The lobby (not check-in) seems out of the way, so you never think of enjoying it. Not really sure what was there--the hotel didn't seem to have a lounge or bar. It did have a restaurant, but again it was out-of-the-way so you don't think about patronizing it. I never even saw it, so I can't comment on it.The concierge here is very helpful always ready with dinner recommendations, help with reservations, and even arranged for our rental car to be returned for us.Our room was on the fifth floor with city views. It was beautifully decorated and newly refurbished. The beds were extremely comfortable and triple-sheeted. There was a nice, large flat screen television. The room was very quiet, except during the day when there was the noise of construction. It wasn't horrible, but could be heard. It was also very clean. There were nice robes for after showering.On the downside: the room was quite small. One of our double beds was pushed up against the wall, so whoever slept there (me!) had to crawl over the other person. The bathroom was also quite small, especially the vanity area. The toilet and shower were separate from the vanity, which was nice. The room did not have a mini-bar or a dresser. Since the room was small, we had suitcases every where.Our boys had room service several times as my husband were going out for dinner. The service was quick (20 minutes or so) and the food was very good and excellently transported. For example, the milks and ice cream were kept on ice to keep them cold. The staff was friendly. Of course, it was very expensive. We paid about $40 dollars every night for a small pepperoni pizza, pb&amp;J, 2 milks, and two cookies by the time we paid the already high-cost of the food, delivery fee, and gratuity. Food in San Francisco is very expensive in general, and the convenience was nice and allowed my husband and me to get ready for a night out and gave our kids a treat of room service in front of the TV.The hotel is located at the top of Nob Hill and at the intersection of two cable car lines. It is only three blocks from China Town and close to a nice shopping district. There are some beautiful views. Walking in San Francisco and especially this area is quite a workout! The hills are very steep and it is straight up hill to the Stanford Court from every direction! As I said, two cable car lines stop in front of the hotel, which is nice, but they can be extremely crowded and you may need to be aggressive if you have stood at the cable car stop for awhile only to be pushed out of the way by others running for the car as it stops.This was a nice hotel, located in a pretty and historical area. Nob Hill was the center of old San Francisco wealth in the early 20th century. It is close to some interesting sites (but not Fisherman's Wharf although the cable cars take you directly there.) I'm not sure I would chose this hotel again, though, if I were to return to San Francisco.

We stayed here for 4 nights with our two sons. <hl> The staff is very professional and usually friendly and helpful . <hl> The layout of the hotel is a little strange and it was undergoing extensive renovations, so I'm not sure we saw it all. The lobby (not check-in) seems out of the way, so you never think of enjoying it. Not really sure what was there--the hotel didn't seem to have a lounge or bar. It did have a restaurant, but again it was out-of-the-way so you don't think about patronizing it. I never even saw it, so I can't comment on it. The concierge here is very helpful always ready with dinner recommendations, help with reservations, and even arranged for our rental car to be returned for us. Our room was on the fifth floor with city views. It was beautifully decorated and newly refurbished. The beds were extremely comfortable and triple-sheeted. There was a nice, large flat screen television. The room was very quiet, except during the day when there was the noise of construction. It wasn't horrible, but could be heard. It was also very clean. There were nice robes for after showering. On the downside: the room was quite small. One of our double beds was pushed up against the wall, so whoever slept there (me!) had to crawl over the other person. The bathroom was also quite small, especially the vanity area. The toilet and shower were separate from the vanity, which was nice. The room did not have a mini-bar or a dresser. Since the room was small, we had suitcases every where. Our boys had room service several times as my husband were going out for dinner. The service was quick (20 minutes or so) and the food was very good and excellently transported. For example, the milks and ice cream were kept on ice to keep them cold. The staff was friendly. Of course, it was very expensive. We paid about $40 dollars every night for a small pepperoni pizza, pb&amp;J, 2 milks, and two cookies by the time we paid the already high-cost of the food, delivery fee, and gratuity. Food in San Francisco is very expensive in general, and the convenience was nice and allowed my husband and me to get ready for a night out and gave our kids a treat of room service in front of the TV.The hotel is located at the top of Nob Hill and at the intersection of two cable car lines. It is only three blocks from China Town and close to a nice shopping district. There are some beautiful views. Walking in San Francisco and especially this area is quite a workout! The hills are very steep and it is straight up hill to the Stanford Court from every direction! As I said, two cable car lines stop in front of the hotel, which is nice, but they can be extremely crowded and you may need to be aggressive if you have stood at the cable car stop for awhile only to be pushed out of the way by others running for the car as it stops. This was a nice hotel, located in a pretty and historical area. Nob Hill was the center of old San Francisco wealth in the early 20th century. It is close to some interesting sites (but not Fisherman's Wharf although the cable cars take you directly there.) I'm not sure I would chose this hotel again, though, if I were to return to San Francisco.

tripadvisor_review_8807

tripadvisor

The welcoming tea service was a very nice

question: How is service?, context: We visited the Mandarin Oriental the first week of October. It was our first trip to San Fran and without a doubt will definitely return to both the city and the hotel. We don't even want to consider another hotel.We had a Bridge to Bridge view room (worth every penny) with outstanding views of Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, &amp; Alcatraz. The bathroom was large with beautiful tile and really nice amenities (scale, slippers, Frette linen hand towel, nice size amenities, &amp; where else do they give you a loofah sponge with bath gel?) The service was very good and prompt; staff was friendly. The welcoming tea service was a very nice touch and the maids always offered lots of bottled water. The decor had an Asian influence which was nice for a change, and it wasn't too overboard. Can't wait to return.

How is service?

The welcoming tea service was a very nice touch and the maids always offered lots of bottled water.

We visited the Mandarin Oriental the first week of October. It was our first trip to San Fran and without a doubt will definitely return to both the city and the hotel. We don't even want to consider another hotel.We had a Bridge to Bridge view room (worth every penny) with outstanding views of Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, &amp; Alcatraz. The bathroom was large with beautiful tile and really nice amenities (scale, slippers, Frette linen hand towel, nice size amenities, &amp; where else do they give you a loofah sponge with bath gel?) The service was very good and prompt; staff was friendly. The welcoming tea service was a very nice touch and the maids always offered lots of bottled water. The decor had an Asian influence which was nice for a change, and it wasn't too overboard. Can't wait to return.

<hl> The welcoming tea service was a very nice <hl> touch and the maids always offered lots of bottled water.

We visited the Mandarin Oriental the first week of October. It was our first trip to San Fran and without a doubt will definitely return to both the city and the hotel. We don't even want to consider another hotel.We had a Bridge to Bridge view room (worth every penny) with outstanding views of Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, &amp; Alcatraz. The bathroom was large with beautiful tile and really nice amenities (scale, slippers, Frette linen hand towel, nice size amenities, &amp; where else do they give you a loofah sponge with bath gel?) The service was very good and prompt; staff was friendly. <hl> The welcoming tea service was a very nice <hl> touch and the maids always offered lots of bottled water. The decor had an Asian influence which was nice for a change, and it wasn't too overboard. Can't wait to return.

We visited the Mandarin Oriental the first week of October. It was our first trip to San Fran and without a doubt will definitely return to both the city and the hotel. We don't even want to consider another hotel. We had a Bridge to Bridge view room (worth every penny) with outstanding views of Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, &amp; Alcatraz. The bathroom was large with beautiful tile and really nice amenities (scale, slippers, Frette linen hand towel, nice size amenities, &amp; where else do they give you a loofah sponge with bath gel?) The service was very good and prompt; staff was friendly. <hl> The welcoming tea service was a very nice touch and the maids always offered lots of bottled water. <hl> The decor had an Asian influence which was nice for a change, and it wasn't too overboard. Can't wait to return.

tripadvisor_review_1837

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On our first trip to

question: What about morning coffee in this hotel?, context: On our first trip to San Francisco, we stayed at the Serrano for 3 days April 6th-8th, 2007. The lobby is charming and we loved the nightly hospitality hours with free wine and organic beer. In the mornings complimentary organic coffee and a variety of teas are available free to get you started for your daily adventures. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were nicely decorated, bed very comfortable, and we loved the robes provided. The room was spotless with a well stocked mini-bar/snacks and in room safe. Through our friend the travel agent, the room rate was great. The location was very close to Union Square and 2 blocks from the cable car. We loved our stay and would definately consider the Serrano again!

What about morning coffee in this hotel?

On our first trip to San Francisco, we stayed at the Serrano for 3 days April 6th-8th, 2007.

On our first trip to San Francisco, we stayed at the Serrano for 3 days April 6th-8th, 2007. The lobby is charming and we loved the nightly hospitality hours with free wine and organic beer. In the mornings complimentary organic coffee and a variety of teas are available free to get you started for your daily adventures. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were nicely decorated, bed very comfortable, and we loved the robes provided. The room was spotless with a well stocked mini-bar/snacks and in room safe. Through our friend the travel agent, the room rate was great. The location was very close to Union Square and 2 blocks from the cable car. We loved our stay and would definately consider the Serrano again!

<hl> On our first trip to <hl> San Francisco, we stayed at the Serrano for 3 days April 6th-8th, 2007.

<hl> On our first trip to <hl> San Francisco, we stayed at the Serrano for 3 days April 6th-8th, 2007. The lobby is charming and we loved the nightly hospitality hours with free wine and organic beer. In the mornings complimentary organic coffee and a variety of teas are available free to get you started for your daily adventures. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were nicely decorated, bed very comfortable, and we loved the robes provided. The room was spotless with a well stocked mini-bar/snacks and in room safe. Through our friend the travel agent, the room rate was great. The location was very close to Union Square and 2 blocks from the cable car. We loved our stay and would definately consider the Serrano again!

<hl> On our first trip to San Francisco, we stayed at the Serrano for 3 days April 6th-8th, 2007. <hl> The lobby is charming and we loved the nightly hospitality hours with free wine and organic beer. In the mornings complimentary organic coffee and a variety of teas are available free to get you started for your daily adventures. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the rooms were nicely decorated, bed very comfortable, and we loved the robes provided. The room was spotless with a well stocked mini-bar/snacks and in room safe. Through our friend the travel agent, the room rate was great. The location was very close to Union Square and 2 blocks from the cable car. We loved our stay and would definately consider the Serrano again!

tripadvisor_review_5078

tripadvisor

this hotel have horrible service

question: How is the quality of the service?, context: Not only does this hotel have horrible service but the noise from outside can be heard all through the night (even on the top floors).

How is the quality of the service?

Not only does this hotel have horrible service but the noise from outside can be heard all through the night (even on the top floors).

Not only does this hotel have horrible service but the noise from outside can be heard all through the night (even on the top floors).

Not only does <hl> this hotel have horrible service <hl> but the noise from outside can be heard all through the night (even on the top floors).

Not only does <hl> this hotel have horrible service <hl> but the noise from outside can be heard all through the night (even on the top floors).

<hl> Not only does this hotel have horrible service but the noise from outside can be heard all through the night (even on the top floors). <hl>

tripadvisor_review_8366

tripadvisor

great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small

question: How is the place?, context: I'm a repeater; I've stayed at the Mosser each time I come to the bay area on my business trips because it's a great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small, European in style, but it has all the modern conveniences and the price makes it totally worthwhile. The homemade muffins in the morning are a plus. I highly recommend staying at this hotel for any business or leisure traveler.

How is the place?

I'm a repeater; I've stayed at the Mosser each time I come to the bay area on my business trips because it's a great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small , European in style, but it has all the modern conveniences and the price makes it totally worthwhile.

I'm a repeater; I've stayed at the Mosser each time I come to the bay area on my business trips because it's a great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small, European in style, but it has all the modern conveniences and the price makes it totally worthwhile. The homemade muffins in the morning are a plus. I highly recommend staying at this hotel for any business or leisure traveler.

I'm a repeater; I've stayed at the Mosser each time I come to the bay area on my business trips because it's a <hl> great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small <hl> , European in style, but it has all the modern conveniences and the price makes it totally worthwhile.

I'm a repeater; I've stayed at the Mosser each time I come to the bay area on my business trips because it's a <hl> great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small <hl>, European in style, but it has all the modern conveniences and the price makes it totally worthwhile. The homemade muffins in the morning are a plus. I highly recommend staying at this hotel for any business or leisure traveler.

<hl> I'm a repeater; I've stayed at the Mosser each time I come to the bay area on my business trips because it's a great, clean, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. It's also conveniently located right in downtown SF, near BART. The rooms are small , European in style, but it has all the modern conveniences and the price makes it totally worthwhile. <hl> The homemade muffins in the morning are a plus. I highly recommend staying at this hotel for any business or leisure traveler.

tripadvisor_review_7888

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The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful

question: How is it staff?, context: I've stayed at The Hotel Carlton 2 times now and both times I had an excellent experiece. Costen Hickman helped out a great deal with my reservations and Theo at the front desk greeted me with a warm smile and made me laugh. The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful. Will always recommend this hotel to anyone visiting San Francisco!

How is it staff?

The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful .

I've stayed at The Hotel Carlton 2 times now and both times I had an excellent experiece. Costen Hickman helped out a great deal with my reservations and Theo at the front desk greeted me with a warm smile and made me laugh. The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful. Will always recommend this hotel to anyone visiting San Francisco!

<hl> The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful <hl> .

I've stayed at The Hotel Carlton 2 times now and both times I had an excellent experiece. Costen Hickman helped out a great deal with my reservations and Theo at the front desk greeted me with a warm smile and made me laugh. <hl> The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful <hl>. Will always recommend this hotel to anyone visiting San Francisco!

I've stayed at The Hotel Carlton 2 times now and both times I had an excellent experiece. Costen Hickman helped out a great deal with my reservations and Theo at the front desk greeted me with a warm smile and made me laugh. <hl> The staff always says hello and are all very friendly and helpful . <hl> Will always recommend this hotel to anyone visiting San Francisco!

tripadvisor_review_3409

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honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia

question: Are there any reviews on bath options at this hotel?, context: My first impression was very favorable because the hotel honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia. From there it only got better! The room was large and wonderfully appointed - and I love a bathroom that is roomy and has lots of counter space! Breakfast was very reasonable and the presentation was equal to any place we have ever been - very nicely done. We came back to the hotel in the middle of the afternoon and the bar person served us a drink even though they weren't technically open. The lady at the front desk assisted me with printing my boarding passes...really, everything and everyone was just great. Our room fronted on the street so we did hear some noises during the night, but the bed was so soft there was no problem falling back to sleep. And the location is great - just off Union Square - so, if you are a walker it's perfect.I highly recommend this hotel.

Are there any reviews on bath options at this hotel?

My first impression was very favorable because the hotel honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia .

My first impression was very favorable because the hotel honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia. From there it only got better! The room was large and wonderfully appointed - and I love a bathroom that is roomy and has lots of counter space! Breakfast was very reasonable and the presentation was equal to any place we have ever been - very nicely done. We came back to the hotel in the middle of the afternoon and the bar person served us a drink even though they weren't technically open. The lady at the front desk assisted me with printing my boarding passes...really, everything and everyone was just great. Our room fronted on the street so we did hear some noises during the night, but the bed was so soft there was no problem falling back to sleep. And the location is great - just off Union Square - so, if you are a walker it's perfect.I highly recommend this hotel.

My first impression was very favorable because the hotel <hl> honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia <hl> .

My first impression was very favorable because the hotel <hl> honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia <hl>. From there it only got better! The room was large and wonderfully appointed - and I love a bathroom that is roomy and has lots of counter space! Breakfast was very reasonable and the presentation was equal to any place we have ever been - very nicely done. We came back to the hotel in the middle of the afternoon and the bar person served us a drink even though they weren't technically open. The lady at the front desk assisted me with printing my boarding passes...really, everything and everyone was just great. Our room fronted on the street so we did hear some noises during the night, but the bed was so soft there was no problem falling back to sleep. And the location is great - just off Union Square - so, if you are a walker it's perfect.I highly recommend this hotel.

<hl> My first impression was very favorable because the hotel honored a less expensive rate I found on Travelocity and Expedia . <hl> From there it only got better! The room was large and wonderfully appointed - and I love a bathroom that is roomy and has lots of counter space! Breakfast was very reasonable and the presentation was equal to any place we have ever been - very nicely done. We came back to the hotel in the middle of the afternoon and the bar person served us a drink even though they weren't technically open. The lady at the front desk assisted me with printing my boarding passes...really, everything and everyone was just great. Our room fronted on the street so we did hear some noises during the night, but the bed was so soft there was no problem falling back to sleep. And the location is great - just off Union Square - so, if you are a walker it's perfect. I highly recommend this hotel.

tripadvisor_review_796

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a large window with fantastic view

question: How nice is the view?, context: My two favorite hotels in SF are the MO and the Inn Above Tide in Sausalito. I've stayed in the Four Seasons and the Ritz and many other hotels in SF. Four Seasons may have better rooms in terms of architecture and the modern facility, but the location is not desirable (too many homeless wandered nearby and didn't feel safe at night). Nothing stands out at the Ritz; it has no view and its location is mediocre; services were good but the decor is a bit stuffy, old school like, typical of the Ritz chain. The view, services, and location at the MO makes it the best choice for me.I stayed at the Bridge to Bridge View room in July 2006 and the Golden Gate Bridge Mandarin King in August 2007. The main difference is that the Mandarin King has a bathroom with the tub by a large window with fantastic view. From the 48th floor, watching clouds rolling in below us and birds flying by the window, we felt like we were in an airplane. The sky bridge on every floor provides panoramic view of the entire city. Check out my photos for the amazing view.The services at the MO are always top notch. It's not the kind of hotel to nickel and dime its guests (unlike many other five star hotels). The business center offers computers with free internet access and printing (FS and the Ritz charge like $10 for 15 minutes). Also, I called up the room service to inquire about the name of the complementary wine we received upon arrival and was instead offered another complementary bottle. Housekeeping services were good and discreet.Its location is the best compared to the the FS and the Ritz. It's close to Embarcadero and the clock tower, next to a cable car line and the Bart station, within walking distance to Chinatown and the downtown shopping area.The food from the room services were quite good but the taxes, services charges, and gratuity accounted for a third of the bill. I didn't like the fact the the invoice include both 18% gratuity and services charges of $2.5/person, it seems like double charging but at least it's disclosed properly.Overall, the hotel is worth splurging for the best rooms and we plan to come back every summer.

How nice is the view?

The main difference is that the Mandarin King has a bathroom with the tub by a large window with fantastic view .

My two favorite hotels in SF are the MO and the Inn Above Tide in Sausalito. I've stayed in the Four Seasons and the Ritz and many other hotels in SF. Four Seasons may have better rooms in terms of architecture and the modern facility, but the location is not desirable (too many homeless wandered nearby and didn't feel safe at night). Nothing stands out at the Ritz; it has no view and its location is mediocre; services were good but the decor is a bit stuffy, old school like, typical of the Ritz chain. The view, services, and location at the MO makes it the best choice for me.I stayed at the Bridge to Bridge View room in July 2006 and the Golden Gate Bridge Mandarin King in August 2007. The main difference is that the Mandarin King has a bathroom with the tub by a large window with fantastic view. From the 48th floor, watching clouds rolling in below us and birds flying by the window, we felt like we were in an airplane. The sky bridge on every floor provides panoramic view of the entire city. Check out my photos for the amazing view.The services at the MO are always top notch. It's not the kind of hotel to nickel and dime its guests (unlike many other five star hotels). The business center offers computers with free internet access and printing (FS and the Ritz charge like $10 for 15 minutes). Also, I called up the room service to inquire about the name of the complementary wine we received upon arrival and was instead offered another complementary bottle. Housekeeping services were good and discreet.Its location is the best compared to the the FS and the Ritz. It's close to Embarcadero and the clock tower, next to a cable car line and the Bart station, within walking distance to Chinatown and the downtown shopping area.The food from the room services were quite good but the taxes, services charges, and gratuity accounted for a third of the bill. I didn't like the fact the the invoice include both 18% gratuity and services charges of $2.5/person, it seems like double charging but at least it's disclosed properly.Overall, the hotel is worth splurging for the best rooms and we plan to come back every summer.

The main difference is that the Mandarin King has a bathroom with the tub by <hl> a large window with fantastic view <hl> .

My two favorite hotels in SF are the MO and the Inn Above Tide in Sausalito. I've stayed in the Four Seasons and the Ritz and many other hotels in SF. Four Seasons may have better rooms in terms of architecture and the modern facility, but the location is not desirable (too many homeless wandered nearby and didn't feel safe at night). Nothing stands out at the Ritz; it has no view and its location is mediocre; services were good but the decor is a bit stuffy, old school like, typical of the Ritz chain. The view, services, and location at the MO makes it the best choice for me.I stayed at the Bridge to Bridge View room in July 2006 and the Golden Gate Bridge Mandarin King in August 2007. The main difference is that the Mandarin King has a bathroom with the tub by <hl> a large window with fantastic view <hl>. From the 48th floor, watching clouds rolling in below us and birds flying by the window, we felt like we were in an airplane. The sky bridge on every floor provides panoramic view of the entire city. Check out my photos for the amazing view.The services at the MO are always top notch. It's not the kind of hotel to nickel and dime its guests (unlike many other five star hotels). The business center offers computers with free internet access and printing (FS and the Ritz charge like $10 for 15 minutes). Also, I called up the room service to inquire about the name of the complementary wine we received upon arrival and was instead offered another complementary bottle. Housekeeping services were good and discreet.Its location is the best compared to the the FS and the Ritz. It's close to Embarcadero and the clock tower, next to a cable car line and the Bart station, within walking distance to Chinatown and the downtown shopping area.The food from the room services were quite good but the taxes, services charges, and gratuity accounted for a third of the bill. I didn't like the fact the the invoice include both 18% gratuity and services charges of $2.5/person, it seems like double charging but at least it's disclosed properly.Overall, the hotel is worth splurging for the best rooms and we plan to come back every summer.

My two favorite hotels in SF are the MO and the Inn Above Tide in Sausalito. I've stayed in the Four Seasons and the Ritz and many other hotels in SF. Four Seasons may have better rooms in terms of architecture and the modern facility, but the location is not desirable (too many homeless wandered nearby and didn't feel safe at night). Nothing stands out at the Ritz; it has no view and its location is mediocre; services were good but the decor is a bit stuffy, old school like, typical of the Ritz chain. The view, services, and location at the MO makes it the best choice for me. I stayed at the Bridge to Bridge View room in July 2006 and the Golden Gate Bridge Mandarin King in August 2007. <hl> The main difference is that the Mandarin King has a bathroom with the tub by a large window with fantastic view . <hl> From the 48th floor, watching clouds rolling in below us and birds flying by the window, we felt like we were in an airplane. The sky bridge on every floor provides panoramic view of the entire city. Check out my photos for the amazing view. The services at the MO are always top notch. It's not the kind of hotel to nickel and dime its guests (unlike many other five star hotels). The business center offers computers with free internet access and printing (FS and the Ritz charge like $10 for 15 minutes). Also, I called up the room service to inquire about the name of the complementary wine we received upon arrival and was instead offered another complementary bottle. Housekeeping services were good and discreet. Its location is the best compared to the the FS and the Ritz. It's close to Embarcadero and the clock tower, next to a cable car line and the Bart station, within walking distance to Chinatown and the downtown shopping area. The food from the room services were quite good but the taxes, services charges, and gratuity accounted for a third of the bill. I didn't like the fact the the invoice include both 18% gratuity and services charges of $2.5/person, it seems like double charging but at least it's disclosed properly. Overall, the hotel is worth splurging for the best rooms and we plan to come back every summer.

tripadvisor_review_1793

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in a great little neighborhood

question: How nice are the neighborhood here?, context: Nice friendly little hotel in a great little neighborhood. Convenient to walk or take a cab to restaurants, shopping, etc. Very friendly reception and on-site personnel 24 hours a day. Will definitely return on my next visit to San Francisco in a few months.

How nice are the neighborhood here?

Nice friendly little hotel in a great little neighborhood .

Nice friendly little hotel in a great little neighborhood. Convenient to walk or take a cab to restaurants, shopping, etc. Very friendly reception and on-site personnel 24 hours a day. Will definitely return on my next visit to San Francisco in a few months.

Nice friendly little hotel <hl> in a great little neighborhood <hl> .

Nice friendly little hotel <hl> in a great little neighborhood <hl>. Convenient to walk or take a cab to restaurants, shopping, etc. Very friendly reception and on-site personnel 24 hours a day. Will definitely return on my next visit to San Francisco in a few months.

<hl> Nice friendly little hotel in a great little neighborhood . <hl> Convenient to walk or take a cab to restaurants, shopping, etc. Very friendly reception and on-site personnel 24 hours a day. Will definitely return on my next visit to San Francisco in a few months.

tripadvisor_review_5753

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the heavenly bed was great

question: Does the hotel provide awesome bed?, context: We spent the weekend at the Westin St. Francis. We arrived at the hotel via BART from SFO, it is only a short 3 block walk up Powell and if you are looking to save a little money riding BART is not a bad option. Once at the hotel there was a short check-in line, but there was an employee greeting people in the line and thanking them for their patience. Once thru the line we were quickly checked in and head up to our room on the 26th floor. It is definitely worth the little extra for a higher room because of the view, but mainly because of the glass elevator ride each time you go to and from the room. The room was a nice size and had a flat screen TV (with actual HD programming) and of course the heavenly bed was great. We used the concierge a couple of time and Glen was great giving suggestions for things to do and places to eat, and remembered our names the second day we saw him. However one of the other concierges was not as friendly and he acted as we were inconveniencing him with numerous questions. The location is great right on Union Square, close to shopping and adjacent to the cable car line. If you are spending multiple days get the MUNI 3-day pass it is only $18 and you can ride the cable cars, electric street cars and buses as much as you like during the 3 days and save some money, as it is $5 to ride one way on the cable car.

Does the hotel provide awesome bed?

The room was a nice size and had a flat screen TV (with actual HD programming) and of course the heavenly bed was great .

We spent the weekend at the Westin St. Francis. We arrived at the hotel via BART from SFO, it is only a short 3 block walk up Powell and if you are looking to save a little money riding BART is not a bad option. Once at the hotel there was a short check-in line, but there was an employee greeting people in the line and thanking them for their patience. Once thru the line we were quickly checked in and head up to our room on the 26th floor. It is definitely worth the little extra for a higher room because of the view, but mainly because of the glass elevator ride each time you go to and from the room. The room was a nice size and had a flat screen TV (with actual HD programming) and of course the heavenly bed was great. We used the concierge a couple of time and Glen was great giving suggestions for things to do and places to eat, and remembered our names the second day we saw him. However one of the other concierges was not as friendly and he acted as we were inconveniencing him with numerous questions. The location is great right on Union Square, close to shopping and adjacent to the cable car line. If you are spending multiple days get the MUNI 3-day pass it is only $18 and you can ride the cable cars, electric street cars and buses as much as you like during the 3 days and save some money, as it is $5 to ride one way on the cable car.

The room was a nice size and had a flat screen TV (with actual HD programming) and of course <hl> the heavenly bed was great <hl> .

We spent the weekend at the Westin St. Francis. We arrived at the hotel via BART from SFO, it is only a short 3 block walk up Powell and if you are looking to save a little money riding BART is not a bad option. Once at the hotel there was a short check-in line, but there was an employee greeting people in the line and thanking them for their patience. Once thru the line we were quickly checked in and head up to our room on the 26th floor. It is definitely worth the little extra for a higher room because of the view, but mainly because of the glass elevator ride each time you go to and from the room. The room was a nice size and had a flat screen TV (with actual HD programming) and of course <hl> the heavenly bed was great <hl>. We used the concierge a couple of time and Glen was great giving suggestions for things to do and places to eat, and remembered our names the second day we saw him. However one of the other concierges was not as friendly and he acted as we were inconveniencing him with numerous questions. The location is great right on Union Square, close to shopping and adjacent to the cable car line. If you are spending multiple days get the MUNI 3-day pass it is only $18 and you can ride the cable cars, electric street cars and buses as much as you like during the 3 days and save some money, as it is $5 to ride one way on the cable car.

We spent the weekend at the Westin St. Francis. We arrived at the hotel via BART from SFO, it is only a short 3 block walk up Powell and if you are looking to save a little money riding BART is not a bad option. Once at the hotel there was a short check-in line, but there was an employee greeting people in the line and thanking them for their patience. Once thru the line we were quickly checked in and head up to our room on the 26th floor. It is definitely worth the little extra for a higher room because of the view, but mainly because of the glass elevator ride each time you go to and from the room. <hl> The room was a nice size and had a flat screen TV (with actual HD programming) and of course the heavenly bed was great . <hl> We used the concierge a couple of time and Glen was great giving suggestions for things to do and places to eat, and remembered our names the second day we saw him. However one of the other concierges was not as friendly and he acted as we were inconveniencing him with numerous questions. The location is great right on Union Square, close to shopping and adjacent to the cable car line. If you are spending multiple days get the MUNI 3-day pass it is only $18 and you can ride the cable cars, electric street cars and buses as much as you like during the 3 days and save some money, as it is $5 to ride one way on the cable car.

tripadvisor_review_13908

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This is one of the best hotels

question: What was your impression about the lobby?, context: This is one of the best hotels in San Franciso that I have stayed in. The lobby is gorgeous, the rooms are luxurious (ask for a high floor! The view is awesome), and the service is great. Brunch at the restaurant was one of the best. 10 minute walk to the bart.

What was your impression about the lobby?

This is one of the best hotels in San Franciso that I have stayed in.

This is one of the best hotels in San Franciso that I have stayed in. The lobby is gorgeous, the rooms are luxurious (ask for a high floor! The view is awesome), and the service is great. Brunch at the restaurant was one of the best. 10 minute walk to the bart.

<hl> This is one of the best hotels <hl> in San Franciso that I have stayed in.

<hl> This is one of the best hotels <hl> in San Franciso that I have stayed in. The lobby is gorgeous, the rooms are luxurious (ask for a high floor! The view is awesome), and the service is great. Brunch at the restaurant was one of the best. 10 minute walk to the bart.

<hl> This is one of the best hotels in San Franciso that I have stayed in. <hl> The lobby is gorgeous, the rooms are luxurious (ask for a high floor! The view is awesome), and the service is great. Brunch at the restaurant was one of the best. 10 minute walk to the bart.

tripadvisor_review_3283

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the cable car stop is right outside on the corner

question: What is the pound of the cable car?, context: The Stanford Court is nice but not that nice. This place would like to think of themselves as the Ritz-Carlton and they are not. The rates are overpriced and room service is ridiculous. For what they portray of themselves I would expect comfortable beds with nice fluffy pillows and soft blankets. Not so. Comforter looks like something out of a Red Carpet Inn and pillows were tiny and flat. This place isn't bad it definietely isn't anything special. A couple good things, the cable car stop is right outside on the corner which is convenient (although walking is more efficient than the cable cars. Ride it you'll understand). Also the staff is knowledgeable and curtious. The food is delicious if you eat there at all. Overall though it isn't worth it. If you want to spend your money and get quality stay at the Ritz-Carlton across the street.

What is the pound of the cable car?

A couple good things, the cable car stop is right outside on the corner which is convenient (although walking is more efficient than the cable cars.

The Stanford Court is nice but not that nice. This place would like to think of themselves as the Ritz-Carlton and they are not. The rates are overpriced and room service is ridiculous. For what they portray of themselves I would expect comfortable beds with nice fluffy pillows and soft blankets. Not so. Comforter looks like something out of a Red Carpet Inn and pillows were tiny and flat. This place isn't bad it definietely isn't anything special. A couple good things, the cable car stop is right outside on the corner which is convenient (although walking is more efficient than the cable cars. Ride it you'll understand). Also the staff is knowledgeable and curtious. The food is delicious if you eat there at all. Overall though it isn't worth it. If you want to spend your money and get quality stay at the Ritz-Carlton across the street.

A couple good things, <hl> the cable car stop is right outside on the corner <hl> which is convenient (although walking is more efficient than the cable cars.

The Stanford Court is nice but not that nice. This place would like to think of themselves as the Ritz-Carlton and they are not. The rates are overpriced and room service is ridiculous. For what they portray of themselves I would expect comfortable beds with nice fluffy pillows and soft blankets. Not so. Comforter looks like something out of a Red Carpet Inn and pillows were tiny and flat. This place isn't bad it definietely isn't anything special. A couple good things, <hl> the cable car stop is right outside on the corner <hl> which is convenient (although walking is more efficient than the cable cars. Ride it you'll understand). Also the staff is knowledgeable and curtious. The food is delicious if you eat there at all. Overall though it isn't worth it. If you want to spend your money and get quality stay at the Ritz-Carlton across the street.

The Stanford Court is nice but not that nice. This place would like to think of themselves as the Ritz-Carlton and they are not. The rates are overpriced and room service is ridiculous. For what they portray of themselves I would expect comfortable beds with nice fluffy pillows and soft blankets. Not so. Comforter looks like something out of a Red Carpet Inn and pillows were tiny and flat. This place isn't bad it definietely isn't anything special. <hl> A couple good things, the cable car stop is right outside on the corner which is convenient (although walking is more efficient than the cable cars. <hl> Ride it you'll understand). Also the staff is knowledgeable and curtious. The food is delicious if you eat there at all. Overall though it isn't worth it. If you want to spend your money and get quality stay at the Ritz-Carlton across the street.

tripadvisor_review_8897

tripadvisor

$75/night average price for our stay

question: How is it get?, context: Chose this hotel for its location and $75/night average price for our stay. It was a clean, simple hotel in a great downtown San Francisco location 1/2 block from Union Square. Access to the BART, trolley and street cars was easy. Our room was small, quiet, simple, clean. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. One small elevator for 8 floors, so patience is required there. The complimentary breakfast is barely adequate (toast and packaged muffins), but the breakfast room was nice with big windows on Powell Street. Took advice of another writer and stayed at back side of hotel, away from Powell St. Think a room with windows over Powell St. on upper floors 7 or 8 would be fine. Check out the 1/2 price ticket booth for plays &amp; stage shows in Union Square.

How is it get?

Chose this hotel for its location and $75/night average price for our stay .

Chose this hotel for its location and $75/night average price for our stay. It was a clean, simple hotel in a great downtown San Francisco location 1/2 block from Union Square. Access to the BART, trolley and street cars was easy. Our room was small, quiet, simple, clean. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. One small elevator for 8 floors, so patience is required there. The complimentary breakfast is barely adequate (toast and packaged muffins), but the breakfast room was nice with big windows on Powell Street. Took advice of another writer and stayed at back side of hotel, away from Powell St. Think a room with windows over Powell St. on upper floors 7 or 8 would be fine. Check out the 1/2 price ticket booth for plays &amp; stage shows in Union Square.

Chose this hotel for its location and <hl> $75/night average price for our stay <hl> .

Chose this hotel for its location and <hl> $75/night average price for our stay <hl>. It was a clean, simple hotel in a great downtown San Francisco location 1/2 block from Union Square. Access to the BART, trolley and street cars was easy. Our room was small, quiet, simple, clean. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. One small elevator for 8 floors, so patience is required there. The complimentary breakfast is barely adequate (toast and packaged muffins), but the breakfast room was nice with big windows on Powell Street. Took advice of another writer and stayed at back side of hotel, away from Powell St. Think a room with windows over Powell St. on upper floors 7 or 8 would be fine. Check out the 1/2 price ticket booth for plays &amp; stage shows in Union Square.

<hl> Chose this hotel for its location and $75/night average price for our stay . <hl> It was a clean, simple hotel in a great downtown San Francisco location 1/2 block from Union Square. Access to the BART, trolley and street cars was easy. Our room was small, quiet, simple, clean. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. One small elevator for 8 floors, so patience is required there. The complimentary breakfast is barely adequate (toast and packaged muffins), but the breakfast room was nice with big windows on Powell Street. Took advice of another writer and stayed at back side of hotel, away from Powell St. Think a room with windows over Powell St. on upper floors 7 or 8 would be fine. Check out the 1/2 price ticket booth for plays &amp; stage shows in Union Square.

tripadvisor_review_10694

tripadvisor

Our room was perfect

question: Is it a good place to stay?, context: Just spent two nights at the Marriott. I've been to this hotel before for brunch and other things but never actually stayed the night. Our room was perfect. We had a corner room on the 29th floor with an incredible view of the city. The bed was super comfy. The bathroom was large enough. The great thing about the Marriott is the location. We like that it's on 4th Street and walking distance to shopping and a quick trip to just about anywhere in the city. The bar on the top floor was pretty cool. We had a drink up there late Friday night and it was a good atmosphere. Overall a great stay, would highly recommend.

Is it a good place to stay?

Our room was perfect .

Just spent two nights at the Marriott. I've been to this hotel before for brunch and other things but never actually stayed the night. Our room was perfect. We had a corner room on the 29th floor with an incredible view of the city. The bed was super comfy. The bathroom was large enough. The great thing about the Marriott is the location. We like that it's on 4th Street and walking distance to shopping and a quick trip to just about anywhere in the city. The bar on the top floor was pretty cool. We had a drink up there late Friday night and it was a good atmosphere. Overall a great stay, would highly recommend.

<hl> Our room was perfect <hl> .

Just spent two nights at the Marriott. I've been to this hotel before for brunch and other things but never actually stayed the night. <hl> Our room was perfect <hl>. We had a corner room on the 29th floor with an incredible view of the city. The bed was super comfy. The bathroom was large enough. The great thing about the Marriott is the location. We like that it's on 4th Street and walking distance to shopping and a quick trip to just about anywhere in the city. The bar on the top floor was pretty cool. We had a drink up there late Friday night and it was a good atmosphere. Overall a great stay, would highly recommend.

Just spent two nights at the Marriott. I've been to this hotel before for brunch and other things but never actually stayed the night. <hl> Our room was perfect . <hl> We had a corner room on the 29th floor with an incredible view of the city. The bed was super comfy. The bathroom was large enough. The great thing about the Marriott is the location. We like that it's on 4th Street and walking distance to shopping and a quick trip to just about anywhere in the city. The bar on the top floor was pretty cool. We had a drink up there late Friday night and it was a good atmosphere. Overall a great stay, would highly recommend.

tripadvisor_review_14070

tripadvisor

The hotel had free coffee

question: How is the coffee?, context: I booked this hotel via booking.com at KLM website. I went through a lot of reviews and the one from Frommers Guide was most helpful. I got a good rate and no prepayment from the KLM website( linked to booking.com). Tuscon Inn was near the pier 39, which is a great location, checking in and out was easy. The staff were very helpful. The room was nice, good size and quite clean. The bathroom was big and clean as well. Although I was alone, room was good enough for a couple. The hotel had free coffee and drinks everyday and free access to wireless internet. The adjacent served nice breakfast. Great location and hotel. Try and not book anything from the hotel though, just walk up pier 39 and you will have more choice. The hotel does arrange a shuttle to the airport without any extra charge.

How is the coffee?

The hotel had free coffee and drinks everyday and free access to wireless internet.

I booked this hotel via booking.com at KLM website. I went through a lot of reviews and the one from Frommers Guide was most helpful. I got a good rate and no prepayment from the KLM website( linked to booking.com). Tuscon Inn was near the pier 39, which is a great location, checking in and out was easy. The staff were very helpful. The room was nice, good size and quite clean. The bathroom was big and clean as well. Although I was alone, room was good enough for a couple. The hotel had free coffee and drinks everyday and free access to wireless internet. The adjacent served nice breakfast. Great location and hotel. Try and not book anything from the hotel though, just walk up pier 39 and you will have more choice. The hotel does arrange a shuttle to the airport without any extra charge.

<hl> The hotel had free coffee <hl> and drinks everyday and free access to wireless internet.

I booked this hotel via booking.com at KLM website. I went through a lot of reviews and the one from Frommers Guide was most helpful. I got a good rate and no prepayment from the KLM website( linked to booking.com). Tuscon Inn was near the pier 39, which is a great location, checking in and out was easy. The staff were very helpful. The room was nice, good size and quite clean. The bathroom was big and clean as well. Although I was alone, room was good enough for a couple. <hl> The hotel had free coffee <hl> and drinks everyday and free access to wireless internet. The adjacent served nice breakfast. Great location and hotel. Try and not book anything from the hotel though, just walk up pier 39 and you will have more choice. The hotel does arrange a shuttle to the airport without any extra charge.

I booked this hotel via booking.com at KLM website. I went through a lot of reviews and the one from Frommers Guide was most helpful. I got a good rate and no prepayment from the KLM website( linked to booking.com). Tuscon Inn was near the pier 39, which is a great location, checking in and out was easy. The staff were very helpful. The room was nice, good size and quite clean. The bathroom was big and clean as well. Although I was alone, room was good enough for a couple. <hl> The hotel had free coffee and drinks everyday and free access to wireless internet. <hl> The adjacent served nice breakfast. Great location and hotel. Try and not book anything from the hotel though, just walk up pier 39 and you will have more choice. The hotel does arrange a shuttle to the airport without any extra charge.

tripadvisor_review_5973

tripadvisor

Bathroom was big and clean

question: How about bathroom?, context: Stayed in August 2009 for 3 nights.Rooms had a very clean and uncluttered feel to them. Decent size television and free in-room wireless internet was an absolute bonus. Bathroom was big and clean and certainly lacked the claustrophobic feel of lesser hotels. Staff were also very friendly and helpful when called upon.Located right next to Chinatown and only a short walk from large department stores and main tourist bus stops. Certainly worth a look next time you are in San Francisco.

How about bathroom?

Bathroom was big and clean and certainly lacked the claustrophobic feel of lesser hotels.

Stayed in August 2009 for 3 nights.Rooms had a very clean and uncluttered feel to them. Decent size television and free in-room wireless internet was an absolute bonus. Bathroom was big and clean and certainly lacked the claustrophobic feel of lesser hotels. Staff were also very friendly and helpful when called upon.Located right next to Chinatown and only a short walk from large department stores and main tourist bus stops. Certainly worth a look next time you are in San Francisco.

<hl> Bathroom was big and clean <hl> and certainly lacked the claustrophobic feel of lesser hotels.

Stayed in August 2009 for 3 nights.Rooms had a very clean and uncluttered feel to them. Decent size television and free in-room wireless internet was an absolute bonus. <hl> Bathroom was big and clean <hl> and certainly lacked the claustrophobic feel of lesser hotels. Staff were also very friendly and helpful when called upon.Located right next to Chinatown and only a short walk from large department stores and main tourist bus stops. Certainly worth a look next time you are in San Francisco.

Stayed in August 2009 for 3 nights. Rooms had a very clean and uncluttered feel to them. Decent size television and free in-room wireless internet was an absolute bonus. <hl> Bathroom was big and clean and certainly lacked the claustrophobic feel of lesser hotels. <hl> Staff were also very friendly and helpful when called upon. Located right next to Chinatown and only a short walk from large department stores and main tourist bus stops. Certainly worth a look next time you are in San Francisco.

tripadvisor_review_1851

tripadvisor

We received excellent customer service

question: How was over all experience?, context: We received excellent customer service at check in with a free upgrade. The room was lovely and large, the linens/bed was wonderfully comfortable. Everthing was quiet and the assistance from everyone quite nice. The only drawback was the breakfast in the lovely atrium. Service took forever and the food was just so-so. Otherwise the location is fantastic as far as going anywhere in the city.

How was over all experience?

We received excellent customer service at check in with a free upgrade.

We received excellent customer service at check in with a free upgrade. The room was lovely and large, the linens/bed was wonderfully comfortable. Everthing was quiet and the assistance from everyone quite nice. The only drawback was the breakfast in the lovely atrium. Service took forever and the food was just so-so. Otherwise the location is fantastic as far as going anywhere in the city.

<hl> We received excellent customer service <hl> at check in with a free upgrade.

<hl> We received excellent customer service <hl> at check in with a free upgrade. The room was lovely and large, the linens/bed was wonderfully comfortable. Everthing was quiet and the assistance from everyone quite nice. The only drawback was the breakfast in the lovely atrium. Service took forever and the food was just so-so. Otherwise the location is fantastic as far as going anywhere in the city.

<hl> We received excellent customer service at check in with a free upgrade. <hl> The room was lovely and large, the linens/bed was wonderfully comfortable. Everthing was quiet and the assistance from everyone quite nice. The only drawback was the breakfast in the lovely atrium. Service took forever and the food was just so-so. Otherwise the location is fantastic as far as going anywhere in the city.

tripadvisor_review_7361

tripadvisor

Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms

question: What do you think about the staff?, context: We stayed there February 25th. Our first time and we definitely would return. Not a hotel for those who prefer the large chain, full service places. This is more like a small European hotel. Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms, while not large, are well appointed and VERY quiet. Both the gratis continental breakfast and evening wine/cheese events were perfect. Given that these are included in the room price, this hotel gives excellent value-for-money. The Inn is centrally located and that enabled us to walk easily to shopping areas, theaters and restaurants. The small alcoves at the ends of each floor, where both breakfast and wine/cheese are served are particularly nice because they encourage mingling among guests.

What do you think about the staff?

Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms , while not large, are well appointed and VERY quiet.

We stayed there February 25th. Our first time and we definitely would return. Not a hotel for those who prefer the large chain, full service places. This is more like a small European hotel. Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms, while not large, are well appointed and VERY quiet. Both the gratis continental breakfast and evening wine/cheese events were perfect. Given that these are included in the room price, this hotel gives excellent value-for-money. The Inn is centrally located and that enabled us to walk easily to shopping areas, theaters and restaurants. The small alcoves at the ends of each floor, where both breakfast and wine/cheese are served are particularly nice because they encourage mingling among guests.

<hl> Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms <hl> , while not large, are well appointed and VERY quiet.

We stayed there February 25th. Our first time and we definitely would return. Not a hotel for those who prefer the large chain, full service places. This is more like a small European hotel. <hl> Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms <hl>, while not large, are well appointed and VERY quiet. Both the gratis continental breakfast and evening wine/cheese events were perfect. Given that these are included in the room price, this hotel gives excellent value-for-money. The Inn is centrally located and that enabled us to walk easily to shopping areas, theaters and restaurants. The small alcoves at the ends of each floor, where both breakfast and wine/cheese are served are particularly nice because they encourage mingling among guests.

We stayed there February 25th. Our first time and we definitely would return. Not a hotel for those who prefer the large chain, full service places. This is more like a small European hotel. <hl> Staff members were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and quick to address our needs. Rooms , while not large, are well appointed and VERY quiet. <hl> Both the gratis continental breakfast and evening wine/cheese events were perfect. Given that these are included in the room price, this hotel gives excellent value-for-money. The Inn is centrally located and that enabled us to walk easily to shopping areas, theaters and restaurants. The small alcoves at the ends of each floor, where both breakfast and wine/cheese are served are particularly nice because they encourage mingling among guests.

tripadvisor_review_555

tripadvisor

Top quality and fabulous staff

question: How is the staff?, context: Hotel Drisco was two blocks away from where we were attending a 50th Anniversary Celebration and was a joy to come home to. We could not have been happier with the Concierge Marti, the front desk Michael and Bob who helped with everything. The breakfast was excellent and fully staffed. Everyone else has said it all. Top quality and fabulous staff.

How is the staff?

Top quality and fabulous staff .

Hotel Drisco was two blocks away from where we were attending a 50th Anniversary Celebration and was a joy to come home to. We could not have been happier with the Concierge Marti, the front desk Michael and Bob who helped with everything. The breakfast was excellent and fully staffed. Everyone else has said it all. Top quality and fabulous staff.

<hl> Top quality and fabulous staff <hl> .

Hotel Drisco was two blocks away from where we were attending a 50th Anniversary Celebration and was a joy to come home to. We could not have been happier with the Concierge Marti, the front desk Michael and Bob who helped with everything. The breakfast was excellent and fully staffed. Everyone else has said it all. <hl> Top quality and fabulous staff <hl>.

Hotel Drisco was two blocks away from where we were attending a 50th Anniversary Celebration and was a joy to come home to. We could not have been happier with the Concierge Marti, the front desk Michael and Bob who helped with everything. The breakfast was excellent and fully staffed. Everyone else has said it all. <hl> Top quality and fabulous staff . <hl>

tripadvisor_review_70

tripadvisor

The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude

question: How did you find the staff?, context: Hotel des Arts is in a very old building with very old carpets and a very old elevator. The rooms are &quot;clean&quot; but not squeaky clean (i.e. I found an old bar of dried up soap under the bathtub- how long had it been there?!). The bathrooms are small, whether you have your own or share. The tubs are claw-foot without spots to set your shampoo, etc. The wash basin is in the sleeping area and also small and old fashioned. The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude. There are major positives here though. Many of the rooms have a frige and microwave, which was really convenient on a week long stay. The art is contemporary and interesting and EVERYWHERE. Every wall/ door of our room was painted and we really enjoyed it. There was a small closet in the room. The location is perfect. The breakfast is meager, but available every morning and FREE- an easy thing to grab a coffee and bagel in the AM, head back upstairs and get ready for the day. The bed was comfortable as were the linens. Overall, we felt like it was a great deal for the price in an otherwise expensive city. It's not fancy in any way, but many others like us (20's-30's, more interested in the city than in the hotel, appreciative of art even when it's not mainstream) seemed to be having an ok time too. Oh, we did ask for a &quot;quiet&quot; room as others have suggested and had no problem with early morning garbage collection noise. Maybe we were easy to impress after sleeping on the floor of the Grand Canyon and in a tent, freezing our butts off over the Pacific, but we'd definitely return here if the price was as good as what we paid this time.

How did you find the staff?

The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude .

Hotel des Arts is in a very old building with very old carpets and a very old elevator. The rooms are &quot;clean&quot; but not squeaky clean (i.e. I found an old bar of dried up soap under the bathtub- how long had it been there?!). The bathrooms are small, whether you have your own or share. The tubs are claw-foot without spots to set your shampoo, etc. The wash basin is in the sleeping area and also small and old fashioned. The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude. There are major positives here though. Many of the rooms have a frige and microwave, which was really convenient on a week long stay. The art is contemporary and interesting and EVERYWHERE. Every wall/ door of our room was painted and we really enjoyed it. There was a small closet in the room. The location is perfect. The breakfast is meager, but available every morning and FREE- an easy thing to grab a coffee and bagel in the AM, head back upstairs and get ready for the day. The bed was comfortable as were the linens. Overall, we felt like it was a great deal for the price in an otherwise expensive city. It's not fancy in any way, but many others like us (20's-30's, more interested in the city than in the hotel, appreciative of art even when it's not mainstream) seemed to be having an ok time too. Oh, we did ask for a &quot;quiet&quot; room as others have suggested and had no problem with early morning garbage collection noise. Maybe we were easy to impress after sleeping on the floor of the Grand Canyon and in a tent, freezing our butts off over the Pacific, but we'd definitely return here if the price was as good as what we paid this time.

<hl> The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude <hl> .

Hotel des Arts is in a very old building with very old carpets and a very old elevator. The rooms are &quot;clean&quot; but not squeaky clean (i.e. I found an old bar of dried up soap under the bathtub- how long had it been there?!). The bathrooms are small, whether you have your own or share. The tubs are claw-foot without spots to set your shampoo, etc. The wash basin is in the sleeping area and also small and old fashioned. <hl> The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude <hl>. There are major positives here though. Many of the rooms have a frige and microwave, which was really convenient on a week long stay. The art is contemporary and interesting and EVERYWHERE. Every wall/ door of our room was painted and we really enjoyed it. There was a small closet in the room. The location is perfect. The breakfast is meager, but available every morning and FREE- an easy thing to grab a coffee and bagel in the AM, head back upstairs and get ready for the day. The bed was comfortable as were the linens. Overall, we felt like it was a great deal for the price in an otherwise expensive city. It's not fancy in any way, but many others like us (20's-30's, more interested in the city than in the hotel, appreciative of art even when it's not mainstream) seemed to be having an ok time too. Oh, we did ask for a &quot;quiet&quot; room as others have suggested and had no problem with early morning garbage collection noise. Maybe we were easy to impress after sleeping on the floor of the Grand Canyon and in a tent, freezing our butts off over the Pacific, but we'd definitely return here if the price was as good as what we paid this time.

Hotel des Arts is in a very old building with very old carpets and a very old elevator. The rooms are &quot;clean&quot; but not squeaky clean (i.e. I found an old bar of dried up soap under the bathtub- how long had it been there?!). The bathrooms are small, whether you have your own or share. The tubs are claw-foot without spots to set your shampoo, etc. The wash basin is in the sleeping area and also small and old fashioned. <hl> The staff is unfriendly, but not exactly rude . <hl> There are major positives here though. Many of the rooms have a frige and microwave, which was really convenient on a week long stay. The art is contemporary and interesting and EVERYWHERE. Every wall/ door of our room was painted and we really enjoyed it. There was a small closet in the room. The location is perfect. The breakfast is meager, but available every morning and FREE- an easy thing to grab a coffee and bagel in the AM, head back upstairs and get ready for the day. The bed was comfortable as were the linens. Overall, we felt like it was a great deal for the price in an otherwise expensive city. It's not fancy in any way, but many others like us (20's-30's, more interested in the city than in the hotel, appreciative of art even when it's not mainstream) seemed to be having an ok time too. Oh, we did ask for a &quot;quiet&quot; room as others have suggested and had no problem with early morning garbage collection noise. Maybe we were easy to impress after sleeping on the floor of the Grand Canyon and in a tent, freezing our butts off over the Pacific, but we'd definitely return here if the price was as good as what we paid this time.

tripadvisor_review_17014

tripadvisor

Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures

question: How small was the hotel bathroom?, context: Staff very pleasant and helpful. Very good location. Room a little dated and on the small side but functional. Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures. Overall good experience. Advise you park the car and use public transportation. You will find that parking in SF is expensive and almost impossible to find.

How small was the hotel bathroom?

Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures .

Staff very pleasant and helpful. Very good location. Room a little dated and on the small side but functional. Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures. Overall good experience. Advise you park the car and use public transportation. You will find that parking in SF is expensive and almost impossible to find.

<hl> Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures <hl> .

Staff very pleasant and helpful. Very good location. Room a little dated and on the small side but functional. <hl> Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures <hl>. Overall good experience. Advise you park the car and use public transportation. You will find that parking in SF is expensive and almost impossible to find.

Staff very pleasant and helpful. Very good location. Room a little dated and on the small side but functional. <hl> Bathroom on the small side with older fixtures . <hl> Overall good experience. Advise you park the car and use public transportation. You will find that parking in SF is expensive and almost impossible to find.

tripadvisor_review_13605

tripadvisor

the cable car is right around the corner

question: How is the structure of the cable car?, context: If you are looking for accomodations like the Ritz, forget it. However, you cannot beat the Handlery for location and value. I stayed six nights and found it very clean and comfortable, along with an excellent staff. Arrived early and was given an early check-in with no hassle. The person at the front desk was very friendly and accomodating. Room was small but more than adequate for this single traveler. Bed very comfortable! The room could not have been cleaner, and it was serviced right on time every day with plenty of fresh towels and toiletries. The concierge was extremely helpful. Most of all I found the Handlery affordable and the location is superb, close to everything, and the cable car is right around the corner. Try the wonderful restaurant attached to the hotel (Daily Grill). You won't be disappointed!I would definitely stay at the Handlery again.

How is the structure of the cable car?

Most of all I found the Handlery affordable and the location is superb, close to everything, and the cable car is right around the corner .

If you are looking for accomodations like the Ritz, forget it. However, you cannot beat the Handlery for location and value. I stayed six nights and found it very clean and comfortable, along with an excellent staff. Arrived early and was given an early check-in with no hassle. The person at the front desk was very friendly and accomodating. Room was small but more than adequate for this single traveler. Bed very comfortable! The room could not have been cleaner, and it was serviced right on time every day with plenty of fresh towels and toiletries. The concierge was extremely helpful. Most of all I found the Handlery affordable and the location is superb, close to everything, and the cable car is right around the corner. Try the wonderful restaurant attached to the hotel (Daily Grill). You won't be disappointed!I would definitely stay at the Handlery again.

Most of all I found the Handlery affordable and the location is superb, close to everything, and <hl> the cable car is right around the corner <hl> .

If you are looking for accomodations like the Ritz, forget it. However, you cannot beat the Handlery for location and value. I stayed six nights and found it very clean and comfortable, along with an excellent staff. Arrived early and was given an early check-in with no hassle. The person at the front desk was very friendly and accomodating. Room was small but more than adequate for this single traveler. Bed very comfortable! The room could not have been cleaner, and it was serviced right on time every day with plenty of fresh towels and toiletries. The concierge was extremely helpful. Most of all I found the Handlery affordable and the location is superb, close to everything, and <hl> the cable car is right around the corner <hl>. Try the wonderful restaurant attached to the hotel (Daily Grill). You won't be disappointed!I would definitely stay at the Handlery again.

If you are looking for accomodations like the Ritz, forget it. However, you cannot beat the Handlery for location and value. I stayed six nights and found it very clean and comfortable, along with an excellent staff. Arrived early and was given an early check-in with no hassle. The person at the front desk was very friendly and accomodating. Room was small but more than adequate for this single traveler. Bed very comfortable! The room could not have been cleaner, and it was serviced right on time every day with plenty of fresh towels and toiletries. The concierge was extremely helpful. <hl> Most of all I found the Handlery affordable and the location is superb, close to everything, and the cable car is right around the corner . <hl> Try the wonderful restaurant attached to the hotel (Daily Grill). You won't be disappointed!I would definitely stay at the Handlery again.

tripadvisor_review_10249

tripadvisor

all the amenities

question: What do you think about amenity?, context: I have been staying at the Tuscan Inn for the last ten years, always in June in connection with an annual event in San Francisco that I participate in. The location of Fisherman's Wharf area made me suspicious, as the area is very &quot;touristy&quot;. However, the Tuscan Inn has the best of all worlds- great location, all the amenities, excellent staff, nice restaurant adjoining, and very reasonable prices. They have guests from all over the world, and the tradition of wine tasting each evening makes for some great new acquaintances and friendships.

What do you think about amenity?

However, the Tuscan Inn has the best of all worlds- great location, all the amenities , excellent staff, nice restaurant adjoining, and very reasonable prices.

I have been staying at the Tuscan Inn for the last ten years, always in June in connection with an annual event in San Francisco that I participate in. The location of Fisherman's Wharf area made me suspicious, as the area is very &quot;touristy&quot;. However, the Tuscan Inn has the best of all worlds- great location, all the amenities, excellent staff, nice restaurant adjoining, and very reasonable prices. They have guests from all over the world, and the tradition of wine tasting each evening makes for some great new acquaintances and friendships.

However, the Tuscan Inn has the best of all worlds- great location, <hl> all the amenities <hl> , excellent staff, nice restaurant adjoining, and very reasonable prices.

I have been staying at the Tuscan Inn for the last ten years, always in June in connection with an annual event in San Francisco that I participate in. The location of Fisherman's Wharf area made me suspicious, as the area is very &quot;touristy&quot;. However, the Tuscan Inn has the best of all worlds- great location, <hl> all the amenities <hl>, excellent staff, nice restaurant adjoining, and very reasonable prices. They have guests from all over the world, and the tradition of wine tasting each evening makes for some great new acquaintances and friendships.

I have been staying at the Tuscan Inn for the last ten years, always in June in connection with an annual event in San Francisco that I participate in. The location of Fisherman's Wharf area made me suspicious, as the area is very &quot;touristy&quot;. <hl> However, the Tuscan Inn has the best of all worlds- great location, all the amenities , excellent staff, nice restaurant adjoining, and very reasonable prices. <hl> They have guests from all over the world, and the tradition of wine tasting each evening makes for some great new acquaintances and friendships.

tripadvisor_review_5922

tripadvisor

The bed is one of the most comfortable

question: What is the quality of the bed?, context: This small hotel is a jewel. It's ideally located just over one block from Union Square and some of the best of local shopping. The staff is superb, very friendly and responsive to all our requests. The bed is one of the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever slept in. The decor is unique and charming. This is where we will stay for all our future visits to San Francisco.

What is the quality of the bed?

The bed is one of the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever slept in.

This small hotel is a jewel. It's ideally located just over one block from Union Square and some of the best of local shopping. The staff is superb, very friendly and responsive to all our requests. The bed is one of the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever slept in. The decor is unique and charming. This is where we will stay for all our future visits to San Francisco.

<hl> The bed is one of the most comfortable <hl> hotel beds I've ever slept in.

This small hotel is a jewel. It's ideally located just over one block from Union Square and some of the best of local shopping. The staff is superb, very friendly and responsive to all our requests. <hl> The bed is one of the most comfortable <hl> hotel beds I've ever slept in. The decor is unique and charming. This is where we will stay for all our future visits to San Francisco.

This small hotel is a jewel. It's ideally located just over one block from Union Square and some of the best of local shopping. The staff is superb, very friendly and responsive to all our requests. <hl> The bed is one of the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever slept in. <hl> The decor is unique and charming. This is where we will stay for all our future visits to San Francisco.

tripadvisor_review_7778

tripadvisor

We can only agree with the last couple

question: How is the staff?, context: We can only agree with the last couple of reviews. We booked this hotel based on its reviews in tripadvisor and its location. We really liked it: great location with good public transport connections for the rest of downtown, the rooms are modern and clean, beds are great, bathroom is excellent, breakfast is okay, staff is nice and helpfull. I do not for the life of me understand those people who complain about the location. Anyone who informs himself before going to SF knows that Fisherman's Wharf is a tourist trap. Big deal. If you don't want to walk the Pier or see the tourist shops, just head in the other direction. Or book a hotel in another part of town. We did not see any homeless people or beggars while we were there. We took the cable car in the evening to the restaurants in North Beach, came back late at night, no problem. This part of SF felt like our home neighbourhood, we did not feel unsafe or felt that we had to look over our shoulder. Definitely a good place to start your discovery of beautiful San Francisco.

How is the staff?

We can only agree with the last couple of reviews.

We can only agree with the last couple of reviews. We booked this hotel based on its reviews in tripadvisor and its location. We really liked it: great location with good public transport connections for the rest of downtown, the rooms are modern and clean, beds are great, bathroom is excellent, breakfast is okay, staff is nice and helpfull. I do not for the life of me understand those people who complain about the location. Anyone who informs himself before going to SF knows that Fisherman's Wharf is a tourist trap. Big deal. If you don't want to walk the Pier or see the tourist shops, just head in the other direction. Or book a hotel in another part of town. We did not see any homeless people or beggars while we were there. We took the cable car in the evening to the restaurants in North Beach, came back late at night, no problem. This part of SF felt like our home neighbourhood, we did not feel unsafe or felt that we had to look over our shoulder. Definitely a good place to start your discovery of beautiful San Francisco.

<hl> We can only agree with the last couple <hl> of reviews.

<hl> We can only agree with the last couple <hl> of reviews. We booked this hotel based on its reviews in tripadvisor and its location. We really liked it: great location with good public transport connections for the rest of downtown, the rooms are modern and clean, beds are great, bathroom is excellent, breakfast is okay, staff is nice and helpfull. I do not for the life of me understand those people who complain about the location. Anyone who informs himself before going to SF knows that Fisherman's Wharf is a tourist trap. Big deal. If you don't want to walk the Pier or see the tourist shops, just head in the other direction. Or book a hotel in another part of town. We did not see any homeless people or beggars while we were there. We took the cable car in the evening to the restaurants in North Beach, came back late at night, no problem. This part of SF felt like our home neighbourhood, we did not feel unsafe or felt that we had to look over our shoulder. Definitely a good place to start your discovery of beautiful San Francisco.

<hl> We can only agree with the last couple of reviews. <hl> We booked this hotel based on its reviews in tripadvisor and its location. We really liked it: great location with good public transport connections for the rest of downtown, the rooms are modern and clean, beds are great, bathroom is excellent, breakfast is okay, staff is nice and helpfull. I do not for the life of me understand those people who complain about the location. Anyone who informs himself before going to SF knows that Fisherman's Wharf is a tourist trap. Big deal. If you don't want to walk the Pier or see the tourist shops, just head in the other direction. Or book a hotel in another part of town. We did not see any homeless people or beggars while we were there. We took the cable car in the evening to the restaurants in North Beach, came back late at night, no problem. This part of SF felt like our home neighbourhood, we did not feel unsafe or felt that we had to look over our shoulder. Definitely a good place to start your discovery of beautiful San Francisco.

tripadvisor_review_6760

tripadvisor

The hotel is clean and neat

question: How is the hotel?, context: My wife and I took two trips to San Fran in 2004 and stayed at the best western both times. The first was for a week in January. The hotel location was great. We flew in to San Fran airport, took the BART downtown, and then took a cable car to a stop 1 block from the hotel. We didnt have or need a car so we didnt have to deal with parking a car I believe it is $30 a day-- par for the city. The hotel is clean and neat, our room was clean and comfortable. If I had to be critical the room could use a little updateing, but not a big deal. The front desk was friendly, however not terribly knowledgeable--I would assume high turnover. The location is great, if your an active person you can walk everywhere from this hotel, in fact we took a long run up the shore --crissy field and accross the golden gate bridge. North Beach starts a block away and heads north, we skipped the touristy fishermans warf area. Restaurants are everywhere, however we did not eat at the Tuscan restaurant in the hotel. As far as convenience--the cable car stop is 1 block away and that along with the outstanding bus system will get you everywhere you need to go. We plan on visiting the city often, and we plan on staying at this location for the foreseeable future.

How is the hotel?

The hotel is clean and neat , our room was clean and comfortable.

My wife and I took two trips to San Fran in 2004 and stayed at the best western both times. The first was for a week in January. The hotel location was great. We flew in to San Fran airport, took the BART downtown, and then took a cable car to a stop 1 block from the hotel. We didnt have or need a car so we didnt have to deal with parking a car I believe it is $30 a day-- par for the city. The hotel is clean and neat, our room was clean and comfortable. If I had to be critical the room could use a little updateing, but not a big deal. The front desk was friendly, however not terribly knowledgeable--I would assume high turnover. The location is great, if your an active person you can walk everywhere from this hotel, in fact we took a long run up the shore --crissy field and accross the golden gate bridge. North Beach starts a block away and heads north, we skipped the touristy fishermans warf area. Restaurants are everywhere, however we did not eat at the Tuscan restaurant in the hotel. As far as convenience--the cable car stop is 1 block away and that along with the outstanding bus system will get you everywhere you need to go. We plan on visiting the city often, and we plan on staying at this location for the foreseeable future.

<hl> The hotel is clean and neat <hl> , our room was clean and comfortable.

My wife and I took two trips to San Fran in 2004 and stayed at the best western both times. The first was for a week in January. The hotel location was great. We flew in to San Fran airport, took the BART downtown, and then took a cable car to a stop 1 block from the hotel. We didnt have or need a car so we didnt have to deal with parking a car I believe it is $30 a day-- par for the city. <hl> The hotel is clean and neat <hl>, our room was clean and comfortable. If I had to be critical the room could use a little updateing, but not a big deal. The front desk was friendly, however not terribly knowledgeable--I would assume high turnover. The location is great, if your an active person you can walk everywhere from this hotel, in fact we took a long run up the shore --crissy field and accross the golden gate bridge. North Beach starts a block away and heads north, we skipped the touristy fishermans warf area. Restaurants are everywhere, however we did not eat at the Tuscan restaurant in the hotel. As far as convenience--the cable car stop is 1 block away and that along with the outstanding bus system will get you everywhere you need to go. We plan on visiting the city often, and we plan on staying at this location for the foreseeable future.

My wife and I took two trips to San Fran in 2004 and stayed at the best western both times. The first was for a week in January. The hotel location was great. We flew in to San Fran airport, took the BART downtown, and then took a cable car to a stop 1 block from the hotel. We didnt have or need a car so we didnt have to deal with parking a car I believe it is $30 a day-- par for the city. <hl> The hotel is clean and neat , our room was clean and comfortable. <hl> If I had to be critical the room could use a little updateing, but not a big deal. The front desk was friendly, however not terribly knowledgeable--I would assume high turnover. The location is great, if your an active person you can walk everywhere from this hotel, in fact we took a long run up the shore --crissy field and accross the golden gate bridge. North Beach starts a block away and heads north, we skipped the touristy fishermans warf area. Restaurants are everywhere, however we did not eat at the Tuscan restaurant in the hotel. As far as convenience--the cable car stop is 1 block away and that along with the outstanding bus system will get you everywhere you need to go. We plan on visiting the city often, and we plan on staying at this location for the foreseeable future.

tripadvisor_review_6133

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very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location

question: What do you think about amenity?, context: We arrived after a long day's travelling from the UK and were delighted to find that the hotel exceeded our expectations. The room was very well appointed with quality furnishings and it was decorated in a classy and individual style, not what you normally expect from a chain hotel in a touristy location. It had more of a boutique hotel feel to it.After settling in and getting freshened up (great Tea Tree and Avacado shampoo by the way) we enjoyed the complimentary wine hour, where we were encouraged to sample all the varieties on offer. Suitably fortified, we set out on our first evening feeling very positive about the hotel, San Francisco and the world in general!The King size bed was longer and wider than the equivalent in the UK and extremely firm and comfortable - we're now shopping for a replacement at home using this as the benchmark.Morning coffee, tea and biscotti in the lobby was very convenient and as with the evening wine sessions, provided an oppurtunity to chat with other guests and swap tips on where to go and what to do.I'd seen a previous review recommending getting a room on the top floor in order to minimise traffic noise. We did and it was indeed very quiet (although the traffic didn't seem particularly heavy in the first place).All in all, an excellent stay over 4 nights and very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location - just a couple of blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 minutes from the cable car turnaround that takes you straight to Union Square.We'll definitely stay there on our next visit to SF.

What do you think about amenity?

We did and it was indeed very quiet (although the traffic didn't seem particularly heavy in the first place).All in all, an excellent stay over 4 nights and very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location - just a couple of blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 minutes from the cable car turnaround that takes you straight to Union Square.

We arrived after a long day's travelling from the UK and were delighted to find that the hotel exceeded our expectations. The room was very well appointed with quality furnishings and it was decorated in a classy and individual style, not what you normally expect from a chain hotel in a touristy location. It had more of a boutique hotel feel to it.After settling in and getting freshened up (great Tea Tree and Avacado shampoo by the way) we enjoyed the complimentary wine hour, where we were encouraged to sample all the varieties on offer. Suitably fortified, we set out on our first evening feeling very positive about the hotel, San Francisco and the world in general!The King size bed was longer and wider than the equivalent in the UK and extremely firm and comfortable - we're now shopping for a replacement at home using this as the benchmark.Morning coffee, tea and biscotti in the lobby was very convenient and as with the evening wine sessions, provided an oppurtunity to chat with other guests and swap tips on where to go and what to do.I'd seen a previous review recommending getting a room on the top floor in order to minimise traffic noise. We did and it was indeed very quiet (although the traffic didn't seem particularly heavy in the first place).All in all, an excellent stay over 4 nights and very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location - just a couple of blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 minutes from the cable car turnaround that takes you straight to Union Square.We'll definitely stay there on our next visit to SF.

We did and it was indeed very quiet (although the traffic didn't seem particularly heavy in the first place).All in all, an excellent stay over 4 nights and <hl> very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location <hl> - just a couple of blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 minutes from the cable car turnaround that takes you straight to Union Square.

We arrived after a long day's travelling from the UK and were delighted to find that the hotel exceeded our expectations. The room was very well appointed with quality furnishings and it was decorated in a classy and individual style, not what you normally expect from a chain hotel in a touristy location. It had more of a boutique hotel feel to it.After settling in and getting freshened up (great Tea Tree and Avacado shampoo by the way) we enjoyed the complimentary wine hour, where we were encouraged to sample all the varieties on offer. Suitably fortified, we set out on our first evening feeling very positive about the hotel, San Francisco and the world in general!The King size bed was longer and wider than the equivalent in the UK and extremely firm and comfortable - we're now shopping for a replacement at home using this as the benchmark.Morning coffee, tea and biscotti in the lobby was very convenient and as with the evening wine sessions, provided an oppurtunity to chat with other guests and swap tips on where to go and what to do.I'd seen a previous review recommending getting a room on the top floor in order to minimise traffic noise. We did and it was indeed very quiet (although the traffic didn't seem particularly heavy in the first place).All in all, an excellent stay over 4 nights and <hl> very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location <hl> - just a couple of blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 minutes from the cable car turnaround that takes you straight to Union Square.We'll definitely stay there on our next visit to SF.

We arrived after a long day's travelling from the UK and were delighted to find that the hotel exceeded our expectations. The room was very well appointed with quality furnishings and it was decorated in a classy and individual style, not what you normally expect from a chain hotel in a touristy location. It had more of a boutique hotel feel to it. After settling in and getting freshened up (great Tea Tree and Avacado shampoo by the way) we enjoyed the complimentary wine hour, where we were encouraged to sample all the varieties on offer. Suitably fortified, we set out on our first evening feeling very positive about the hotel, San Francisco and the world in general!The King size bed was longer and wider than the equivalent in the UK and extremely firm and comfortable - we're now shopping for a replacement at home using this as the benchmark. Morning coffee, tea and biscotti in the lobby was very convenient and as with the evening wine sessions, provided an oppurtunity to chat with other guests and swap tips on where to go and what to do. I'd seen a previous review recommending getting a room on the top floor in order to minimise traffic noise. <hl> We did and it was indeed very quiet (although the traffic didn't seem particularly heavy in the first place).All in all, an excellent stay over 4 nights and very good value for money. Great room, friendly staff, superb location - just a couple of blocks away from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 minutes from the cable car turnaround that takes you straight to Union Square. <hl> We'll definitely stay there on our next visit to SF.

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The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city

question: Do you count us your favorite experience?, context: I just returned from 3 days at the Rex with my husband and teenage son. We all loved it! The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city. The room was elegant and very large. And our rear of the hotel location was quiet. The staff was more than helpful and made the stay memorable. Highly recommended.

Do you count us your favorite experience?

We all loved it! The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city .

I just returned from 3 days at the Rex with my husband and teenage son. We all loved it! The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city. The room was elegant and very large. And our rear of the hotel location was quiet. The staff was more than helpful and made the stay memorable. Highly recommended.

We all loved it! <hl> The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city <hl> .

I just returned from 3 days at the Rex with my husband and teenage son. We all loved it! <hl> The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city <hl>. The room was elegant and very large. And our rear of the hotel location was quiet. The staff was more than helpful and made the stay memorable. Highly recommended.

I just returned from 3 days at the Rex with my husband and teenage son. <hl> We all loved it! The location, near Chinatown and Union Square, was perfect for exploring the city . <hl> The room was elegant and very large. And our rear of the hotel location was quiet. The staff was more than helpful and made the stay memorable. Highly recommended.

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I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends

question: What is the quality of the hotel?, context: We just returned from a 4 night stay at this comfortable, cozy boutique hotel. We experienced NONE of the problems that other guests have posted in their reviews. The hotel decor was not 'tired'--it fit perfectly with the age of the building and the architecture. The staff was very helpful and friendly. One of the hosts at the desk even re-charged my ipod for me, using his own charger! It was easy to upgrade over the phone to a king bed and bigger room than the one we got using hotwire. As is common in older hotels in older cities, the bathrooms can be smaller because the buildings are old--but this is not a problem for us. If one wants a room with modern, generic decor, and a large bath, then by all means, go to a big newer chain hotel with no character.Our room was very clean as was the rest of the hotel.I would, however. suggest that two larger sized bathrobes be provided, The one that was provided was very tiny and thin. I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!

What is the quality of the hotel?

I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends .

We just returned from a 4 night stay at this comfortable, cozy boutique hotel. We experienced NONE of the problems that other guests have posted in their reviews. The hotel decor was not 'tired'--it fit perfectly with the age of the building and the architecture. The staff was very helpful and friendly. One of the hosts at the desk even re-charged my ipod for me, using his own charger! It was easy to upgrade over the phone to a king bed and bigger room than the one we got using hotwire. As is common in older hotels in older cities, the bathrooms can be smaller because the buildings are old--but this is not a problem for us. If one wants a room with modern, generic decor, and a large bath, then by all means, go to a big newer chain hotel with no character.Our room was very clean as was the rest of the hotel.I would, however. suggest that two larger sized bathrobes be provided, The one that was provided was very tiny and thin. I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!

<hl> I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends <hl> .

We just returned from a 4 night stay at this comfortable, cozy boutique hotel. We experienced NONE of the problems that other guests have posted in their reviews. The hotel decor was not 'tired'--it fit perfectly with the age of the building and the architecture. The staff was very helpful and friendly. One of the hosts at the desk even re-charged my ipod for me, using his own charger! It was easy to upgrade over the phone to a king bed and bigger room than the one we got using hotwire. As is common in older hotels in older cities, the bathrooms can be smaller because the buildings are old--but this is not a problem for us. If one wants a room with modern, generic decor, and a large bath, then by all means, go to a big newer chain hotel with no character.Our room was very clean as was the rest of the hotel.I would, however. suggest that two larger sized bathrobes be provided, The one that was provided was very tiny and thin. <hl> I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends <hl>. We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!

We just returned from a 4 night stay at this comfortable, cozy boutique hotel. We experienced NONE of the problems that other guests have posted in their reviews. The hotel decor was not 'tired'--it fit perfectly with the age of the building and the architecture. The staff was very helpful and friendly. One of the hosts at the desk even re-charged my ipod for me, using his own charger! It was easy to upgrade over the phone to a king bed and bigger room than the one we got using hotwire. As is common in older hotels in older cities, the bathrooms can be smaller because the buildings are old--but this is not a problem for us. If one wants a room with modern, generic decor, and a large bath, then by all means, go to a big newer chain hotel with no character. Our room was very clean as was the rest of the hotel. I would, however. suggest that two larger sized bathrobes be provided, The one that was provided was very tiny and thin. <hl> I would definitely recommend this hotel to friends . <hl> We wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!

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It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien

question: What food is the best in San Francisco?, context: My husband and I celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary by traveling to San Francisco. We stayed at the Le Meridien and just loved it.When we arrived we were quickly shown to the SPG desk, so we were checked in right away. Our room was small, but very lavishly appointed. The bed was like heaven! The bathroom was rather large and pretty with great toiletries. (The lotion smelled heavenly!)The best thing about this hotel is its' concierge service. Right after we arrived I spoke with the female concierge (I can't for the life of me remember her name). I was breastfeeding my daughter at the time, and was going to have to pump while we were on vacation since she wasn't with us. Since the airline restrictions on liquids were so strict, I asked about shipping the breastmilk home. The concierge was able to point us to a shipping store that provided insulated boxes. She also arranged for me to bring the milk to her so that she could store it in the freezer. I was amazed at how professionally she handled herself and how truly helpful she was. The other concierge, William, sent us to a FABULOUS Italian restaurant while we were there. The name of it was La Gondola. It was really romantic. If you were walking very fast you'd walk right past it. I think it only seated about 15 people. The food was great, too. Everyone there spoke Italian, so we just sort of pointed at the menu. It was a wonderful dinner.We did order room service a couple of times. Our food arrived quickly and everything we ate was great. On our last day there we ate breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Be aware, it is VERY expensive. Our breakfast was $129! We didn't feel that we ate THAT much, but, oh well. It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien. It was classy, clean and the service was excellent. I would definitely stay there again.

What food is the best in San Francisco?

It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien .

My husband and I celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary by traveling to San Francisco. We stayed at the Le Meridien and just loved it.When we arrived we were quickly shown to the SPG desk, so we were checked in right away. Our room was small, but very lavishly appointed. The bed was like heaven! The bathroom was rather large and pretty with great toiletries. (The lotion smelled heavenly!)The best thing about this hotel is its' concierge service. Right after we arrived I spoke with the female concierge (I can't for the life of me remember her name). I was breastfeeding my daughter at the time, and was going to have to pump while we were on vacation since she wasn't with us. Since the airline restrictions on liquids were so strict, I asked about shipping the breastmilk home. The concierge was able to point us to a shipping store that provided insulated boxes. She also arranged for me to bring the milk to her so that she could store it in the freezer. I was amazed at how professionally she handled herself and how truly helpful she was. The other concierge, William, sent us to a FABULOUS Italian restaurant while we were there. The name of it was La Gondola. It was really romantic. If you were walking very fast you'd walk right past it. I think it only seated about 15 people. The food was great, too. Everyone there spoke Italian, so we just sort of pointed at the menu. It was a wonderful dinner.We did order room service a couple of times. Our food arrived quickly and everything we ate was great. On our last day there we ate breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Be aware, it is VERY expensive. Our breakfast was $129! We didn't feel that we ate THAT much, but, oh well. It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien. It was classy, clean and the service was excellent. I would definitely stay there again.

<hl> It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien <hl> .

My husband and I celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary by traveling to San Francisco. We stayed at the Le Meridien and just loved it.When we arrived we were quickly shown to the SPG desk, so we were checked in right away. Our room was small, but very lavishly appointed. The bed was like heaven! The bathroom was rather large and pretty with great toiletries. (The lotion smelled heavenly!)The best thing about this hotel is its' concierge service. Right after we arrived I spoke with the female concierge (I can't for the life of me remember her name). I was breastfeeding my daughter at the time, and was going to have to pump while we were on vacation since she wasn't with us. Since the airline restrictions on liquids were so strict, I asked about shipping the breastmilk home. The concierge was able to point us to a shipping store that provided insulated boxes. She also arranged for me to bring the milk to her so that she could store it in the freezer. I was amazed at how professionally she handled herself and how truly helpful she was. The other concierge, William, sent us to a FABULOUS Italian restaurant while we were there. The name of it was La Gondola. It was really romantic. If you were walking very fast you'd walk right past it. I think it only seated about 15 people. The food was great, too. Everyone there spoke Italian, so we just sort of pointed at the menu. It was a wonderful dinner.We did order room service a couple of times. Our food arrived quickly and everything we ate was great. On our last day there we ate breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Be aware, it is VERY expensive. Our breakfast was $129! We didn't feel that we ate THAT much, but, oh well. <hl> It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien <hl>. It was classy, clean and the service was excellent. I would definitely stay there again.

My husband and I celebrated our 4th wedding anniversary by traveling to San Francisco. We stayed at the Le Meridien and just loved it. When we arrived we were quickly shown to the SPG desk, so we were checked in right away. Our room was small, but very lavishly appointed. The bed was like heaven! The bathroom was rather large and pretty with great toiletries. (The lotion smelled heavenly!)The best thing about this hotel is its' concierge service. Right after we arrived I spoke with the female concierge (I can't for the life of me remember her name). I was breastfeeding my daughter at the time, and was going to have to pump while we were on vacation since she wasn't with us. Since the airline restrictions on liquids were so strict, I asked about shipping the breastmilk home. The concierge was able to point us to a shipping store that provided insulated boxes. She also arranged for me to bring the milk to her so that she could store it in the freezer. I was amazed at how professionally she handled herself and how truly helpful she was. The other concierge, William, sent us to a FABULOUS Italian restaurant while we were there. The name of it was La Gondola. It was really romantic. If you were walking very fast you'd walk right past it. I think it only seated about 15 people. The food was great, too. Everyone there spoke Italian, so we just sort of pointed at the menu. It was a wonderful dinner. We did order room service a couple of times. Our food arrived quickly and everything we ate was great. On our last day there we ate breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Be aware, it is VERY expensive. Our breakfast was $129! We didn't feel that we ate THAT much, but, oh well. <hl> It was very good!We loved the Le Meridien . <hl> It was classy, clean and the service was excellent. I would definitely stay there again.

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coffee available in the lobby

question: How is coffee made?, context: This hotel is convenient to Union Square and its attractions. It's quaint, a little down at the heels, but ultimately gives value in an expensive market. A nice continental breakfast is served on each floor - fresh pastries, orange juice, coffee, tea and fruit. There's always hot tea and coffee available in the lobby, and you can stop by the bar between 5:30 and 6:30 pm for a complimentary glass of wine. The restaurant, Fino, serves commendable Italian fare, and although it doesn't replace a trip to North Beach the staff was helpful, gracious and well versed in hospitality.What I didn't like: teensy-tiny room (the bathroom was literally in the closet and was no more than 10 sq. ft.); noise (if your room is in the front the street noise is loud all night. If you're on the back or the alley, the bar in the back releases a steady stream of loud, inebriated people until about 2:30 am, and then the garbage truck will wake you up at 4:30 am.) It was unusually warm during our stay, and there's no A/C. We opened the windows and turned on the ceiling fan, but that, of course, let in more noise.Older members of the hotel staff were professional and efficient. Younger staff were apathetic at best.Honestly, I think I'd try someplace else next trip to San Francisco.

How is coffee made?

There's always hot tea and coffee available in the lobby , and you can stop by the bar between 5:30 and 6:30 pm for a complimentary glass of wine.

This hotel is convenient to Union Square and its attractions. It's quaint, a little down at the heels, but ultimately gives value in an expensive market. A nice continental breakfast is served on each floor - fresh pastries, orange juice, coffee, tea and fruit. There's always hot tea and coffee available in the lobby, and you can stop by the bar between 5:30 and 6:30 pm for a complimentary glass of wine. The restaurant, Fino, serves commendable Italian fare, and although it doesn't replace a trip to North Beach the staff was helpful, gracious and well versed in hospitality.What I didn't like: teensy-tiny room (the bathroom was literally in the closet and was no more than 10 sq. ft.); noise (if your room is in the front the street noise is loud all night. If you're on the back or the alley, the bar in the back releases a steady stream of loud, inebriated people until about 2:30 am, and then the garbage truck will wake you up at 4:30 am.) It was unusually warm during our stay, and there's no A/C. We opened the windows and turned on the ceiling fan, but that, of course, let in more noise.Older members of the hotel staff were professional and efficient. Younger staff were apathetic at best.Honestly, I think I'd try someplace else next trip to San Francisco.

There's always hot tea and <hl> coffee available in the lobby <hl> , and you can stop by the bar between 5:30 and 6:30 pm for a complimentary glass of wine.

This hotel is convenient to Union Square and its attractions. It's quaint, a little down at the heels, but ultimately gives value in an expensive market. A nice continental breakfast is served on each floor - fresh pastries, orange juice, coffee, tea and fruit. There's always hot tea and <hl> coffee available in the lobby <hl>, and you can stop by the bar between 5:30 and 6:30 pm for a complimentary glass of wine. The restaurant, Fino, serves commendable Italian fare, and although it doesn't replace a trip to North Beach the staff was helpful, gracious and well versed in hospitality.What I didn't like: teensy-tiny room (the bathroom was literally in the closet and was no more than 10 sq. ft.); noise (if your room is in the front the street noise is loud all night. If you're on the back or the alley, the bar in the back releases a steady stream of loud, inebriated people until about 2:30 am, and then the garbage truck will wake you up at 4:30 am.) It was unusually warm during our stay, and there's no A/C. We opened the windows and turned on the ceiling fan, but that, of course, let in more noise.Older members of the hotel staff were professional and efficient. Younger staff were apathetic at best.Honestly, I think I'd try someplace else next trip to San Francisco.

This hotel is convenient to Union Square and its attractions. It's quaint, a little down at the heels, but ultimately gives value in an expensive market. A nice continental breakfast is served on each floor - fresh pastries, orange juice, coffee, tea and fruit. <hl> There's always hot tea and coffee available in the lobby , and you can stop by the bar between 5:30 and 6:30 pm for a complimentary glass of wine. <hl> The restaurant, Fino, serves commendable Italian fare, and although it doesn't replace a trip to North Beach the staff was helpful, gracious and well versed in hospitality. What I didn't like: teensy-tiny room (the bathroom was literally in the closet and was no more than 10 sq. ft.); noise (if your room is in the front the street noise is loud all night. If you're on the back or the alley, the bar in the back releases a steady stream of loud, inebriated people until about 2:30 am, and then the garbage truck will wake you up at 4:30 am.) It was unusually warm during our stay, and there's no A/C. We opened the windows and turned on the ceiling fan, but that, of course, let in more noise. Older members of the hotel staff were professional and efficient. Younger staff were apathetic at best. Honestly, I think I'd try someplace else next trip to San Francisco.

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We had a wonderful experience

question: How is the quality of room service?, context: We had a wonderful experience. I am 40ish and my daughter, 20. We went to SF for girl's trip. Omni staff was absolutely excellent. Genuine smiles, friendliest &amp; kindest staff..even our housekeeper left hand-written notes daily. Clean &amp; beautiful lobby, halls, &amp; room. Special touches everywhere. Every single person we came in contact with was genuine and helpful. Great location two blocks from Chinatown. Paid $209 one night and $199 the other. Room size was also good for price paid.

How is the quality of room service?

We had a wonderful experience .

We had a wonderful experience. I am 40ish and my daughter, 20. We went to SF for girl's trip. Omni staff was absolutely excellent. Genuine smiles, friendliest &amp; kindest staff..even our housekeeper left hand-written notes daily. Clean &amp; beautiful lobby, halls, &amp; room. Special touches everywhere. Every single person we came in contact with was genuine and helpful. Great location two blocks from Chinatown. Paid $209 one night and $199 the other. Room size was also good for price paid.

<hl> We had a wonderful experience <hl> .

<hl> We had a wonderful experience <hl>. I am 40ish and my daughter, 20. We went to SF for girl's trip. Omni staff was absolutely excellent. Genuine smiles, friendliest &amp; kindest staff..even our housekeeper left hand-written notes daily. Clean &amp; beautiful lobby, halls, &amp; room. Special touches everywhere. Every single person we came in contact with was genuine and helpful. Great location two blocks from Chinatown. Paid $209 one night and $199 the other. Room size was also good for price paid.

<hl> We had a wonderful experience . <hl> I am 40ish and my daughter, 20. We went to SF for girl's trip. Omni staff was absolutely excellent. Genuine smiles, friendliest &amp; kindest staff..even our housekeeper left hand-written notes daily. Clean &amp; beautiful lobby, halls, &amp; room. Special touches everywhere. Every single person we came in contact with was genuine and helpful. Great location two blocks from Chinatown. Paid $209 one night and $199 the other. Room size was also good for price paid.

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The service is spectacular

question: How was the service in the hotel?, context: The JW Marriott is the former Pan Pacific Hotel, but has been beautifully updated and refurbished now that it's considered part of the flagship brand for the Marriott chain.This hotel is situated a short walk from Union Square, so location is fantastic. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and luxuriously appointed. The service is spectacular. One thing we really enjoyed during our visit was the very nice breakfast in the dining room, which was included in the package we purchased--very pleasant surroundings, excellent food, and fine service.The JW is an excellent value, and perfect for a romantic getaway in the most lovely city in America.

How was the service in the hotel?

The service is spectacular .

The JW Marriott is the former Pan Pacific Hotel, but has been beautifully updated and refurbished now that it's considered part of the flagship brand for the Marriott chain.This hotel is situated a short walk from Union Square, so location is fantastic. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and luxuriously appointed. The service is spectacular. One thing we really enjoyed during our visit was the very nice breakfast in the dining room, which was included in the package we purchased--very pleasant surroundings, excellent food, and fine service.The JW is an excellent value, and perfect for a romantic getaway in the most lovely city in America.

<hl> The service is spectacular <hl> .

The JW Marriott is the former Pan Pacific Hotel, but has been beautifully updated and refurbished now that it's considered part of the flagship brand for the Marriott chain.This hotel is situated a short walk from Union Square, so location is fantastic. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and luxuriously appointed. <hl> The service is spectacular <hl>. One thing we really enjoyed during our visit was the very nice breakfast in the dining room, which was included in the package we purchased--very pleasant surroundings, excellent food, and fine service.The JW is an excellent value, and perfect for a romantic getaway in the most lovely city in America.

The JW Marriott is the former Pan Pacific Hotel, but has been beautifully updated and refurbished now that it's considered part of the flagship brand for the Marriott chain. This hotel is situated a short walk from Union Square, so location is fantastic. The rooms are comfortable, clean, and luxuriously appointed. <hl> The service is spectacular . <hl> One thing we really enjoyed during our visit was the very nice breakfast in the dining room, which was included in the package we purchased--very pleasant surroundings, excellent food, and fine service. The JW is an excellent value, and perfect for a romantic getaway in the most lovely city in America.

tripadvisor_review_8968

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$199 per night

question: What is the cost of the trip?, context: Our recent weekend stay at The Palace was a mixed bag overall. Here's my take on the pros and cons of this hotel:Pros: Central location is fairly handy, lobby area was quite classy and beautiful, room nicely appointed/furnished, great view of Market street from our large window that opened, nice linens, superb showerhead, valet parking was VERY quick and the housekeeping staff was exceptionally friendly. Pool/spa area on 4th floor looked nice though we only walked through to take a peek. Cons: Standard room was quite small -(common in S.F, I know) a nice chair with ottoman was so close to bathroom door you usually bumped right into it on the way out, vanity area was very small - just a very small amount of room around sink in bathroom, awful hallway noise after midnight - could clearly hear people talking in the halls and a couple of slamming doors jolted me awake more than once during the night, price was a bit steep at $199 per night and the buffet breakfast in hotel was outrageous at $21.99.Overall, a classy yet overpriced hotel for what is delivered. I have definitely stayed in less expensive hotels in S.F. and was much more satisfied with my overall experience so I will not be returning to The Palace unless someone else is footing the bill.

What is the cost of the trip?

Cons: Standard room was quite small -(common in S.F, I know) a nice chair with ottoman was so close to bathroom door you usually bumped right into it on the way out, vanity area was very small - just a very small amount of room around sink in bathroom, awful hallway noise after midnight - could clearly hear people talking in the halls and a couple of slamming doors jolted me awake more than once during the night, price was a bit steep at $199 per night and the buffet breakfast in hotel was outrageous at $21.99.Overall, a classy yet overpriced hotel for what is delivered.

Our recent weekend stay at The Palace was a mixed bag overall. Here's my take on the pros and cons of this hotel:Pros: Central location is fairly handy, lobby area was quite classy and beautiful, room nicely appointed/furnished, great view of Market street from our large window that opened, nice linens, superb showerhead, valet parking was VERY quick and the housekeeping staff was exceptionally friendly. Pool/spa area on 4th floor looked nice though we only walked through to take a peek. Cons: Standard room was quite small -(common in S.F, I know) a nice chair with ottoman was so close to bathroom door you usually bumped right into it on the way out, vanity area was very small - just a very small amount of room around sink in bathroom, awful hallway noise after midnight - could clearly hear people talking in the halls and a couple of slamming doors jolted me awake more than once during the night, price was a bit steep at $199 per night and the buffet breakfast in hotel was outrageous at $21.99.Overall, a classy yet overpriced hotel for what is delivered. I have definitely stayed in less expensive hotels in S.F. and was much more satisfied with my overall experience so I will not be returning to The Palace unless someone else is footing the bill.

Cons: Standard room was quite small -(common in S.F, I know) a nice chair with ottoman was so close to bathroom door you usually bumped right into it on the way out, vanity area was very small - just a very small amount of room around sink in bathroom, awful hallway noise after midnight - could clearly hear people talking in the halls and a couple of slamming doors jolted me awake more than once during the night, price was a bit steep at <hl> $199 per night <hl> and the buffet breakfast in hotel was outrageous at $21.99.Overall, a classy yet overpriced hotel for what is delivered.

Our recent weekend stay at The Palace was a mixed bag overall. Here's my take on the pros and cons of this hotel:Pros: Central location is fairly handy, lobby area was quite classy and beautiful, room nicely appointed/furnished, great view of Market street from our large window that opened, nice linens, superb showerhead, valet parking was VERY quick and the housekeeping staff was exceptionally friendly. Pool/spa area on 4th floor looked nice though we only walked through to take a peek. Cons: Standard room was quite small -(common in S.F, I know) a nice chair with ottoman was so close to bathroom door you usually bumped right into it on the way out, vanity area was very small - just a very small amount of room around sink in bathroom, awful hallway noise after midnight - could clearly hear people talking in the halls and a couple of slamming doors jolted me awake more than once during the night, price was a bit steep at <hl> $199 per night <hl> and the buffet breakfast in hotel was outrageous at $21.99.Overall, a classy yet overpriced hotel for what is delivered. I have definitely stayed in less expensive hotels in S.F. and was much more satisfied with my overall experience so I will not be returning to The Palace unless someone else is footing the bill.

Our recent weekend stay at The Palace was a mixed bag overall. Here's my take on the pros and cons of this hotel:Pros: Central location is fairly handy, lobby area was quite classy and beautiful, room nicely appointed/furnished, great view of Market street from our large window that opened, nice linens, superb showerhead, valet parking was VERY quick and the housekeeping staff was exceptionally friendly. Pool/spa area on 4th floor looked nice though we only walked through to take a peek. <hl> Cons: Standard room was quite small -(common in S.F, I know) a nice chair with ottoman was so close to bathroom door you usually bumped right into it on the way out, vanity area was very small - just a very small amount of room around sink in bathroom, awful hallway noise after midnight - could clearly hear people talking in the halls and a couple of slamming doors jolted me awake more than once during the night, price was a bit steep at $199 per night and the buffet breakfast in hotel was outrageous at $21.99.Overall, a classy yet overpriced hotel for what is delivered. <hl> I have definitely stayed in less expensive hotels in S.F. and was much more satisfied with my overall experience so I will not be returning to The Palace unless someone else is footing the bill.

tripadvisor_review_7552

tripadvisor

the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable

question: How is the hotel?, context: It's not hard to miss the little awning and doors to the Inn, my hubby and I did quite a few times! But the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable. The staff are very helpful and wonderful. We had a few slight problems upon our arrival with our phone and safe, but they were promptly taken care of. David, one of the front desk folks, was super nice. He helped us get tickets to a nearby show, and gave us directions to the many things we places we had asked about. He even ran into me on the streets and asked how our show was and how we were doing. We had wine and cheese provided every evening, the breakfasts were wonderful. My husband and I both do not have a single bad thing to say of the Inn at Union Square. And I might note, a perfect location, so close to Union Square and all the city sites, everything we wanted to see (Fishermans Wharf, Chinatown, etc.) was all in walking distance, and amazingly quiet. I had worried, coming from a smaller city and country setting, that the city noise would keep me up, but it wasn't a bother at all. We totally recommend this hotel :)

How is the hotel?

But the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable .

It's not hard to miss the little awning and doors to the Inn, my hubby and I did quite a few times! But the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable. The staff are very helpful and wonderful. We had a few slight problems upon our arrival with our phone and safe, but they were promptly taken care of. David, one of the front desk folks, was super nice. He helped us get tickets to a nearby show, and gave us directions to the many things we places we had asked about. He even ran into me on the streets and asked how our show was and how we were doing. We had wine and cheese provided every evening, the breakfasts were wonderful. My husband and I both do not have a single bad thing to say of the Inn at Union Square. And I might note, a perfect location, so close to Union Square and all the city sites, everything we wanted to see (Fishermans Wharf, Chinatown, etc.) was all in walking distance, and amazingly quiet. I had worried, coming from a smaller city and country setting, that the city noise would keep me up, but it wasn't a bother at all. We totally recommend this hotel :)

But <hl> the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable <hl> .

It's not hard to miss the little awning and doors to the Inn, my hubby and I did quite a few times! But <hl> the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable <hl>. The staff are very helpful and wonderful. We had a few slight problems upon our arrival with our phone and safe, but they were promptly taken care of. David, one of the front desk folks, was super nice. He helped us get tickets to a nearby show, and gave us directions to the many things we places we had asked about. He even ran into me on the streets and asked how our show was and how we were doing. We had wine and cheese provided every evening, the breakfasts were wonderful. My husband and I both do not have a single bad thing to say of the Inn at Union Square. And I might note, a perfect location, so close to Union Square and all the city sites, everything we wanted to see (Fishermans Wharf, Chinatown, etc.) was all in walking distance, and amazingly quiet. I had worried, coming from a smaller city and country setting, that the city noise would keep me up, but it wasn't a bother at all. We totally recommend this hotel :)

It's not hard to miss the little awning and doors to the Inn, my hubby and I did quite a few times! <hl> But the hotel itself is just gorgeous and comfortable . <hl> The staff are very helpful and wonderful. We had a few slight problems upon our arrival with our phone and safe, but they were promptly taken care of. David, one of the front desk folks, was super nice. He helped us get tickets to a nearby show, and gave us directions to the many things we places we had asked about. He even ran into me on the streets and asked how our show was and how we were doing. We had wine and cheese provided every evening, the breakfasts were wonderful. My husband and I both do not have a single bad thing to say of the Inn at Union Square. And I might note, a perfect location, so close to Union Square and all the city sites, everything we wanted to see (Fishermans Wharf, Chinatown, etc.) was all in walking distance, and amazingly quiet. I had worried, coming from a smaller city and country setting, that the city noise would keep me up, but it wasn't a bother at all. We totally recommend this hotel :)

tripadvisor_review_581

tripadvisor

Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations

question: How do you like the hotel?, context: I booked a room at the Opal Hotel through Hotwire. It was an excellent value at $69 per night, plus tax. Upon arrival, I was told that it was not possible to get a room with two beds. They only give small rooms with one queen bed to Hotwire customers. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations.

How do you like the hotel?

Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations .

I booked a room at the Opal Hotel through Hotwire. It was an excellent value at $69 per night, plus tax. Upon arrival, I was told that it was not possible to get a room with two beds. They only give small rooms with one queen bed to Hotwire customers. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations.

<hl> Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations <hl> .

I booked a room at the Opal Hotel through Hotwire. It was an excellent value at $69 per night, plus tax. Upon arrival, I was told that it was not possible to get a room with two beds. They only give small rooms with one queen bed to Hotwire customers. <hl> Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations <hl>.

I booked a room at the Opal Hotel through Hotwire. It was an excellent value at $69 per night, plus tax. Upon arrival, I was told that it was not possible to get a room with two beds. They only give small rooms with one queen bed to Hotwire customers. <hl> Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Fine, my friend and I could share a bed for one night, no big deal. The hotel is old but has character. The location is good, right on Van Ness and Geary. The lobby is nice. The room was small but had everything one might need. The bed was not super comfortable and the pillows were not great. We could not figure out why, but there was a very strong and pervasive smell of cigarette smoke coming from the bathroom. The floor was non-smoking and when I inquired about the problem at the front desk, she said the hotel was non-smoking. It was a very bad smell and quite annoying for two non-smokers. We did not try the breakfast (woke up too late) but ate at Mel's Diner, which is connected to the hotel. Pretty convenient. Parking is $25 per night and the garage is connected to the hotel. Also convenient and relatively affordable, as many hotels in SF charge upward of $40 per night for parking. I would recommend this hotel for budget travelers who are looking for a place to sleep and shower and are not expecting or wanting luxurious accomodations . <hl>

tripadvisor_review_16497

tripadvisor

Check in and check out were fast and painless

question: Do you pass in the check in?, context: We just stayed here for a conference I did at the Moscone Center. It was priced similarly to the Hilton (about $220) but this hotel was rated higher on this site. We weren't disappointed.The hotel is perfectly located for a lot of things -- easy walk to Moscone, close to shopping on Market St, BART station, streetcar, and the financial district, and also close to our favourite restaurants in the opposite direction. Check in and check out were fast and painless, with no unexpected charges. We were initially offered a room with double beds, and the desk clerk said there were no king beds, but we did get a queen which was fine. The room was on the 20th floor which would not have been our initial choice but it was very nice. The view was fine, and we had a bay window with a little loveseat. You do have to pay 12 or $13 per day for internet acess but the $45 per week is a much better deal if you're staying more than 3 days. The internet connection was tempermental, sometimes fine and sometimes slow. We initially signed in as &quot;wireless&quot;, and when that was slow or not working, we had to call IT. They told us to sign in again with a wired connection, pay twice, and he'd get the front desk to reverse the charges. True to word, there was only one charge on the final bill. By the way, the hotel does not charge for 1-800 calls.We seemed to have got one of the &quot;renovated view rooms&quot;. The furniture was new enough although the decor was a bit beige. The bathroom was small but nicely finished with tiled walls around the bath enclosure and granite counter. The bath isn't huge but my husband, who is 6'2'', found it fine. The water for the shower is high-pressure and instantly hot at any time of the day. The room size was decent (bigger than the last place we stayed in SF).Our room had a flat screen TV. Strangely, there was no minibar which we usually use for milk or soy milk for coffee, so we had to use the ice bucket to keep it cool.Initially we didn't like the location near the elevators and ice machine, but the soundproofing is so good we didn't notice noise at all.The gym was clean and very well-equipped with good-quality treadmills, ellipticals, free weights and a variety of weight machines.The hotel has a lounge with live music several nights, and there are a couple of other restaurants in the building. Room service menu was pretty standard with average prices.Our only tiny complaints were the lack of minibar/fridge in the room, and the strange little coffee maker which used up a new plastic tray every time (and the paper cups rather than real coffee cups). These certainly didn't wreck our experience. One huge benefit -- the whole hotel is non-smoking, so you won't accidentally get a stinky room.This is not a &quot;luxury&quot; hotel but offers value for money. We'd definitely return, whether for a conference or just for a fun trip.

Do you pass in the check in?

Check in and check out were fast and painless , with no unexpected charges.

We just stayed here for a conference I did at the Moscone Center. It was priced similarly to the Hilton (about $220) but this hotel was rated higher on this site. We weren't disappointed.The hotel is perfectly located for a lot of things -- easy walk to Moscone, close to shopping on Market St, BART station, streetcar, and the financial district, and also close to our favourite restaurants in the opposite direction. Check in and check out were fast and painless, with no unexpected charges. We were initially offered a room with double beds, and the desk clerk said there were no king beds, but we did get a queen which was fine. The room was on the 20th floor which would not have been our initial choice but it was very nice. The view was fine, and we had a bay window with a little loveseat. You do have to pay 12 or $13 per day for internet acess but the $45 per week is a much better deal if you're staying more than 3 days. The internet connection was tempermental, sometimes fine and sometimes slow. We initially signed in as &quot;wireless&quot;, and when that was slow or not working, we had to call IT. They told us to sign in again with a wired connection, pay twice, and he'd get the front desk to reverse the charges. True to word, there was only one charge on the final bill. By the way, the hotel does not charge for 1-800 calls.We seemed to have got one of the &quot;renovated view rooms&quot;. The furniture was new enough although the decor was a bit beige. The bathroom was small but nicely finished with tiled walls around the bath enclosure and granite counter. The bath isn't huge but my husband, who is 6'2'', found it fine. The water for the shower is high-pressure and instantly hot at any time of the day. The room size was decent (bigger than the last place we stayed in SF).Our room had a flat screen TV. Strangely, there was no minibar which we usually use for milk or soy milk for coffee, so we had to use the ice bucket to keep it cool.Initially we didn't like the location near the elevators and ice machine, but the soundproofing is so good we didn't notice noise at all.The gym was clean and very well-equipped with good-quality treadmills, ellipticals, free weights and a variety of weight machines.The hotel has a lounge with live music several nights, and there are a couple of other restaurants in the building. Room service menu was pretty standard with average prices.Our only tiny complaints were the lack of minibar/fridge in the room, and the strange little coffee maker which used up a new plastic tray every time (and the paper cups rather than real coffee cups). These certainly didn't wreck our experience. One huge benefit -- the whole hotel is non-smoking, so you won't accidentally get a stinky room.This is not a &quot;luxury&quot; hotel but offers value for money. We'd definitely return, whether for a conference or just for a fun trip.

<hl> Check in and check out were fast and painless <hl> , with no unexpected charges.

We just stayed here for a conference I did at the Moscone Center. It was priced similarly to the Hilton (about $220) but this hotel was rated higher on this site. We weren't disappointed.The hotel is perfectly located for a lot of things -- easy walk to Moscone, close to shopping on Market St, BART station, streetcar, and the financial district, and also close to our favourite restaurants in the opposite direction. <hl> Check in and check out were fast and painless <hl>, with no unexpected charges. We were initially offered a room with double beds, and the desk clerk said there were no king beds, but we did get a queen which was fine. The room was on the 20th floor which would not have been our initial choice but it was very nice. The view was fine, and we had a bay window with a little loveseat. You do have to pay 12 or $13 per day for internet acess but the $45 per week is a much better deal if you're staying more than 3 days. The internet connection was tempermental, sometimes fine and sometimes slow. We initially signed in as &quot;wireless&quot;, and when that was slow or not working, we had to call IT. They told us to sign in again with a wired connection, pay twice, and he'd get the front desk to reverse the charges. True to word, there was only one charge on the final bill. By the way, the hotel does not charge for 1-800 calls.We seemed to have got one of the &quot;renovated view rooms&quot;. The furniture was new enough although the decor was a bit beige. The bathroom was small but nicely finished with tiled walls around the bath enclosure and granite counter. The bath isn't huge but my husband, who is 6'2'', found it fine. The water for the shower is high-pressure and instantly hot at any time of the day. The room size was decent (bigger than the last place we stayed in SF).Our room had a flat screen TV. Strangely, there was no minibar which we usually use for milk or soy milk for coffee, so we had to use the ice bucket to keep it cool.Initially we didn't like the location near the elevators and ice machine, but the soundproofing is so good we didn't notice noise at all.The gym was clean and very well-equipped with good-quality treadmills, ellipticals, free weights and a variety of weight machines.The hotel has a lounge with live music several nights, and there are a couple of other restaurants in the building. Room service menu was pretty standard with average prices.Our only tiny complaints were the lack of minibar/fridge in the room, and the strange little coffee maker which used up a new plastic tray every time (and the paper cups rather than real coffee cups). These certainly didn't wreck our experience. One huge benefit -- the whole hotel is non-smoking, so you won't accidentally get a stinky room.This is not a &quot;luxury&quot; hotel but offers value for money. We'd definitely return, whether for a conference or just for a fun trip.

We just stayed here for a conference I did at the Moscone Center. It was priced similarly to the Hilton (about $220) but this hotel was rated higher on this site. We weren't disappointed. The hotel is perfectly located for a lot of things -- easy walk to Moscone, close to shopping on Market St, BART station, streetcar, and the financial district, and also close to our favourite restaurants in the opposite direction. <hl> Check in and check out were fast and painless , with no unexpected charges. <hl> We were initially offered a room with double beds, and the desk clerk said there were no king beds, but we did get a queen which was fine. The room was on the 20th floor which would not have been our initial choice but it was very nice. The view was fine, and we had a bay window with a little loveseat. You do have to pay 12 or $13 per day for internet acess but the $45 per week is a much better deal if you're staying more than 3 days. The internet connection was tempermental, sometimes fine and sometimes slow. We initially signed in as &quot;wireless&quot;, and when that was slow or not working, we had to call IT. They told us to sign in again with a wired connection, pay twice, and he'd get the front desk to reverse the charges. True to word, there was only one charge on the final bill. By the way, the hotel does not charge for 1-800 calls. We seemed to have got one of the &quot;renovated view rooms&quot;. The furniture was new enough although the decor was a bit beige. The bathroom was small but nicely finished with tiled walls around the bath enclosure and granite counter. The bath isn't huge but my husband, who is 6'2'', found it fine. The water for the shower is high-pressure and instantly hot at any time of the day. The room size was decent (bigger than the last place we stayed in SF).Our room had a flat screen TV. Strangely, there was no minibar which we usually use for milk or soy milk for coffee, so we had to use the ice bucket to keep it cool. Initially we didn't like the location near the elevators and ice machine, but the soundproofing is so good we didn't notice noise at all. The gym was clean and very well-equipped with good-quality treadmills, ellipticals, free weights and a variety of weight machines. The hotel has a lounge with live music several nights, and there are a couple of other restaurants in the building. Room service menu was pretty standard with average prices. Our only tiny complaints were the lack of minibar/fridge in the room, and the strange little coffee maker which used up a new plastic tray every time (and the paper cups rather than real coffee cups). These certainly didn't wreck our experience. One huge benefit -- the whole hotel is non-smoking, so you won't accidentally get a stinky room. This is not a &quot;luxury&quot; hotel but offers value for money. We'd definitely return, whether for a conference or just for a fun trip.

tripadvisor_review_8445

tripadvisor

this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood

question: How was your stay with your friends in India?, context: I just read the review from the Brazilian posting on March 29th, and I was staying at the hotel the same time. The hotel was PACKED all week long. It was spring break, tourists everywhere, and there were children running around everywhere. The entire staffed was visiably stressed out. Australian teenagers (10-15 at a time) going to the front desk to literally ask for four quaters for a dollar. It was insane. In light of the situatation, I can see how the staff let some things slip. I was there on business, and a little smile, a &quot;how is your day going&quot; or even a $5 tip for the concierge for being helpful made everyone relax a little. The hotel is under construction. You're not going to get a view. Even without the construction, there is no view. You're not staying on the bay. It's a good location, if you're a tourist and walk to walk to touristy places. Business-wise, and cool neighborhood wise, don't bother. It's ALL about the tourists. Rooms are pleasnt and spacious, the beds are SO COMFORTABLE, the gym sucks, the business center was not open at good times, the bar was good. The staff was overwhelmed when I stayed there. Was the service good? Not really. They should have staffed up for the busy week. I stay at Starwood properties over other hotels, and this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood.

How was your stay with your friends in India?

I stay at Starwood properties over other hotels, and this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood .

I just read the review from the Brazilian posting on March 29th, and I was staying at the hotel the same time. The hotel was PACKED all week long. It was spring break, tourists everywhere, and there were children running around everywhere. The entire staffed was visiably stressed out. Australian teenagers (10-15 at a time) going to the front desk to literally ask for four quaters for a dollar. It was insane. In light of the situatation, I can see how the staff let some things slip. I was there on business, and a little smile, a &quot;how is your day going&quot; or even a $5 tip for the concierge for being helpful made everyone relax a little. The hotel is under construction. You're not going to get a view. Even without the construction, there is no view. You're not staying on the bay. It's a good location, if you're a tourist and walk to walk to touristy places. Business-wise, and cool neighborhood wise, don't bother. It's ALL about the tourists. Rooms are pleasnt and spacious, the beds are SO COMFORTABLE, the gym sucks, the business center was not open at good times, the bar was good. The staff was overwhelmed when I stayed there. Was the service good? Not really. They should have staffed up for the busy week. I stay at Starwood properties over other hotels, and this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood.

I stay at Starwood properties over other hotels, and <hl> this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood <hl> .

I just read the review from the Brazilian posting on March 29th, and I was staying at the hotel the same time. The hotel was PACKED all week long. It was spring break, tourists everywhere, and there were children running around everywhere. The entire staffed was visiably stressed out. Australian teenagers (10-15 at a time) going to the front desk to literally ask for four quaters for a dollar. It was insane. In light of the situatation, I can see how the staff let some things slip. I was there on business, and a little smile, a &quot;how is your day going&quot; or even a $5 tip for the concierge for being helpful made everyone relax a little. The hotel is under construction. You're not going to get a view. Even without the construction, there is no view. You're not staying on the bay. It's a good location, if you're a tourist and walk to walk to touristy places. Business-wise, and cool neighborhood wise, don't bother. It's ALL about the tourists. Rooms are pleasnt and spacious, the beds are SO COMFORTABLE, the gym sucks, the business center was not open at good times, the bar was good. The staff was overwhelmed when I stayed there. Was the service good? Not really. They should have staffed up for the busy week. I stay at Starwood properties over other hotels, and <hl> this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood <hl>.

I just read the review from the Brazilian posting on March 29th, and I was staying at the hotel the same time. The hotel was PACKED all week long. It was spring break, tourists everywhere, and there were children running around everywhere. The entire staffed was visiably stressed out. Australian teenagers (10-15 at a time) going to the front desk to literally ask for four quaters for a dollar. It was insane. In light of the situatation, I can see how the staff let some things slip. I was there on business, and a little smile, a &quot;how is your day going&quot; or even a $5 tip for the concierge for being helpful made everyone relax a little. The hotel is under construction. You're not going to get a view. Even without the construction, there is no view. You're not staying on the bay. It's a good location, if you're a tourist and walk to walk to touristy places. Business-wise, and cool neighborhood wise, don't bother. It's ALL about the tourists. Rooms are pleasnt and spacious, the beds are SO COMFORTABLE, the gym sucks, the business center was not open at good times, the bar was good. The staff was overwhelmed when I stayed there. Was the service good? Not really. They should have staffed up for the busy week. <hl> I stay at Starwood properties over other hotels, and this one was not on par with what I expect from Starwood . <hl>

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Free WiFi

question: How is internet?, context: Stayed there for a business trip. Free WiFi was definitely a plus. Room had DVD and CD players. Quiet, good location close to Union Square, rooms were very clean, staff was friendly. The only awkward part was that the bathroom sink was basically in the bedroom.While it might not be the most romantic place to go, for business, it was perfect.

How is internet?

Free WiFi was definitely a plus.

Stayed there for a business trip. Free WiFi was definitely a plus. Room had DVD and CD players. Quiet, good location close to Union Square, rooms were very clean, staff was friendly. The only awkward part was that the bathroom sink was basically in the bedroom.While it might not be the most romantic place to go, for business, it was perfect.

<hl> Free WiFi <hl> was definitely a plus.

Stayed there for a business trip. <hl> Free WiFi <hl> was definitely a plus. Room had DVD and CD players. Quiet, good location close to Union Square, rooms were very clean, staff was friendly. The only awkward part was that the bathroom sink was basically in the bedroom.While it might not be the most romantic place to go, for business, it was perfect.

Stayed there for a business trip. <hl> Free WiFi was definitely a plus. <hl> Room had DVD and CD players. Quiet, good location close to Union Square, rooms were very clean, staff was friendly. The only awkward part was that the bathroom sink was basically in the bedroom. While it might not be the most romantic place to go, for business, it was perfect.

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lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening

question: Is this bar excellent?, context: The Rex was the perfect hotel to enjoy our romantic anniversary . The staff as described in previous reviews were truly excellent. A special room had been selected for us, there was Jazz music playing when we entered the room and a gift with card waiting for us to acknowledge our celebration. This hotel is full of character, with individual rooms and a lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening. We have stayed in a number of SF Hotels this is without doubt the best.

Is this bar excellent?

This hotel is full of character, with individual rooms and a lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening .

The Rex was the perfect hotel to enjoy our romantic anniversary . The staff as described in previous reviews were truly excellent. A special room had been selected for us, there was Jazz music playing when we entered the room and a gift with card waiting for us to acknowledge our celebration. This hotel is full of character, with individual rooms and a lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening. We have stayed in a number of SF Hotels this is without doubt the best.

This hotel is full of character, with individual rooms and a <hl> lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening <hl> .

The Rex was the perfect hotel to enjoy our romantic anniversary . The staff as described in previous reviews were truly excellent. A special room had been selected for us, there was Jazz music playing when we entered the room and a gift with card waiting for us to acknowledge our celebration. This hotel is full of character, with individual rooms and a <hl> lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening <hl>. We have stayed in a number of SF Hotels this is without doubt the best.

The Rex was the perfect hotel to enjoy our romantic anniversary . The staff as described in previous reviews were truly excellent. A special room had been selected for us, there was Jazz music playing when we entered the room and a gift with card waiting for us to acknowledge our celebration. <hl> This hotel is full of character, with individual rooms and a lovely bar and lounge at which you can enjoy your free glass of wine each evening . <hl> We have stayed in a number of SF Hotels this is without doubt the best.

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the bed was fantastic

question: Is your bed comfortable?, context: A lovely boutique-type hotel 3 mins from Chinatown, Nob Hill right next to the Hyde-Powell cable car stop. Was here for 3 days on business and got upgraded to a suite (room 301). Great space and a gargantuan bathroom. Hotel staff were wonderful, pleasant greeting from door staff through to the cleaners, really top notch. They couldn't have been more helpful.The hotel is very central and on my one day off, was a great starting place to walk through Chinatown to North Beach and Fisherman's Wharf. Room itself was clean, tidy, well decorated and the bed was fantastic, if I could've sneaked it out of the room and to my house, I would have. Would definitely come back again.

Is your bed comfortable?

Room itself was clean, tidy, well decorated and the bed was fantastic , if I could've sneaked it out of the room and to my house, I would have.

A lovely boutique-type hotel 3 mins from Chinatown, Nob Hill right next to the Hyde-Powell cable car stop. Was here for 3 days on business and got upgraded to a suite (room 301). Great space and a gargantuan bathroom. Hotel staff were wonderful, pleasant greeting from door staff through to the cleaners, really top notch. They couldn't have been more helpful.The hotel is very central and on my one day off, was a great starting place to walk through Chinatown to North Beach and Fisherman's Wharf. Room itself was clean, tidy, well decorated and the bed was fantastic, if I could've sneaked it out of the room and to my house, I would have. Would definitely come back again.

Room itself was clean, tidy, well decorated and <hl> the bed was fantastic <hl> , if I could've sneaked it out of the room and to my house, I would have.

A lovely boutique-type hotel 3 mins from Chinatown, Nob Hill right next to the Hyde-Powell cable car stop. Was here for 3 days on business and got upgraded to a suite (room 301). Great space and a gargantuan bathroom. Hotel staff were wonderful, pleasant greeting from door staff through to the cleaners, really top notch. They couldn't have been more helpful.The hotel is very central and on my one day off, was a great starting place to walk through Chinatown to North Beach and Fisherman's Wharf. Room itself was clean, tidy, well decorated and <hl> the bed was fantastic <hl>, if I could've sneaked it out of the room and to my house, I would have. Would definitely come back again.

A lovely boutique-type hotel 3 mins from Chinatown, Nob Hill right next to the Hyde-Powell cable car stop. Was here for 3 days on business and got upgraded to a suite (room 301). Great space and a gargantuan bathroom. Hotel staff were wonderful, pleasant greeting from door staff through to the cleaners, really top notch. They couldn't have been more helpful. The hotel is very central and on my one day off, was a great starting place to walk through Chinatown to North Beach and Fisherman's Wharf. <hl> Room itself was clean, tidy, well decorated and the bed was fantastic , if I could've sneaked it out of the room and to my house, I would have. <hl> Would definitely come back again.

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amazing bed

question: Does the hotel provide awesome bed?, context: The first thing that caught my eye about this hotel with that it was the same as my surname. We paid top dollar and stayed in the second best room available and were not dissapointed. The spectacular 180 degree view of the harbour and the amazing bed and views from the bath combined with every comfort imagineable. The service was exemplary, my girlfriend and I joked that the staff were ninjas because we never once noticed them yet every time we left the room and room was serviced and cleaned. The little things appeal too, such as a weather card each night, the fruit platter on arrival, free bottles of water and sweets at night. The hotel staff were more than happy to accommodate any request including DVDs, a umbrella for the rain, room service. This hotel is the best hotel I have stayed at from the many 5 star hotels abroad and Australia which I have visited. I would highly recommend it to anyone and I cannot wait to revisit San Francisco in order to stay at Hotel Vitale once more.

Does the hotel provide awesome bed?

The spectacular 180 degree view of the harbour and the amazing bed and views from the bath combined with every comfort imagineable.

The first thing that caught my eye about this hotel with that it was the same as my surname. We paid top dollar and stayed in the second best room available and were not dissapointed. The spectacular 180 degree view of the harbour and the amazing bed and views from the bath combined with every comfort imagineable. The service was exemplary, my girlfriend and I joked that the staff were ninjas because we never once noticed them yet every time we left the room and room was serviced and cleaned. The little things appeal too, such as a weather card each night, the fruit platter on arrival, free bottles of water and sweets at night. The hotel staff were more than happy to accommodate any request including DVDs, a umbrella for the rain, room service. This hotel is the best hotel I have stayed at from the many 5 star hotels abroad and Australia which I have visited. I would highly recommend it to anyone and I cannot wait to revisit San Francisco in order to stay at Hotel Vitale once more.

The spectacular 180 degree view of the harbour and the <hl> amazing bed <hl> and views from the bath combined with every comfort imagineable.

The first thing that caught my eye about this hotel with that it was the same as my surname. We paid top dollar and stayed in the second best room available and were not dissapointed. The spectacular 180 degree view of the harbour and the <hl> amazing bed <hl> and views from the bath combined with every comfort imagineable. The service was exemplary, my girlfriend and I joked that the staff were ninjas because we never once noticed them yet every time we left the room and room was serviced and cleaned. The little things appeal too, such as a weather card each night, the fruit platter on arrival, free bottles of water and sweets at night. The hotel staff were more than happy to accommodate any request including DVDs, a umbrella for the rain, room service. This hotel is the best hotel I have stayed at from the many 5 star hotels abroad and Australia which I have visited. I would highly recommend it to anyone and I cannot wait to revisit San Francisco in order to stay at Hotel Vitale once more.

The first thing that caught my eye about this hotel with that it was the same as my surname. We paid top dollar and stayed in the second best room available and were not dissapointed. <hl> The spectacular 180 degree view of the harbour and the amazing bed and views from the bath combined with every comfort imagineable. <hl> The service was exemplary, my girlfriend and I joked that the staff were ninjas because we never once noticed them yet every time we left the room and room was serviced and cleaned. The little things appeal too, such as a weather card each night, the fruit platter on arrival, free bottles of water and sweets at night. The hotel staff were more than happy to accommodate any request including DVDs, a umbrella for the rain, room service. This hotel is the best hotel I have stayed at from the many 5 star hotels abroad and Australia which I have visited. I would highly recommend it to anyone and I cannot wait to revisit San Francisco in order to stay at Hotel Vitale once more.

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easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes

question: How is the public transportation?, context: Great place to stay in the South of Market area...easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes. Plenty of inexpensive dining options, shopping areas, and nightlife options nearby. The rooms are not only remodeled...but also very clean. The front desk staff is attentive and friendly and the housekeeping staff did a great job. Some might think this is a 'undesireable' neighborhood due to the characters on the street...but it's just your average urban area. Would highly recommend to gay tourists...easy walk to Folsom &amp; Harrison streets.

How is the public transportation?

easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes .

Great place to stay in the South of Market area...easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes. Plenty of inexpensive dining options, shopping areas, and nightlife options nearby. The rooms are not only remodeled...but also very clean. The front desk staff is attentive and friendly and the housekeeping staff did a great job. Some might think this is a 'undesireable' neighborhood due to the characters on the street...but it's just your average urban area. Would highly recommend to gay tourists...easy walk to Folsom &amp; Harrison streets.

<hl> easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes <hl> .

Great place to stay in the South of Market area...<hl> easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes <hl>. Plenty of inexpensive dining options, shopping areas, and nightlife options nearby. The rooms are not only remodeled...but also very clean. The front desk staff is attentive and friendly and the housekeeping staff did a great job. Some might think this is a 'undesireable' neighborhood due to the characters on the street...but it's just your average urban area. Would highly recommend to gay tourists...easy walk to Folsom &amp; Harrison streets.

Great place to stay in the South of Market area... <hl> easy access to public transportation which can take you to the Mission, Castro, or the Haight in a matter of minutes . <hl> Plenty of inexpensive dining options, shopping areas, and nightlife options nearby. The rooms are not only remodeled...but also very clean. The front desk staff is attentive and friendly and the housekeeping staff did a great job. Some might think this is a 'undesireable' neighborhood due to the characters on the street...but it's just your average urban area. Would highly recommend to gay tourists...easy walk to Folsom &amp; Harrison streets.

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had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit

question: How is the service?, context: I attended a conference in town and stayed here. Initially, I was going to stay at a different hotel in Union Square, but I'm so glad I chose the Hilton instead! I got into town early and I was able to check in early. The service at the front desk was prompt and friendly. I was given a room on the 22nd floor. The staff were helpful in guiding me to the nearest MUNI stops - there is one a short walk around the corner of the building. This hotel is located right in Chinatown and close to the Financial District. It is a nice 10 minute walk to the nearby Embarcadero Center (where you can go shopping). This hotel is about 15 minutes from the SF airport. The room was very clean and I was very impressed with everything. The bed was soft, as were the pillows, and the comforter. I wish my own bed was as nice! The towels were fluffy and the bathroom had Evelyn Crabtree amenities. When I left the hotel and asked for a cab, the staff were prompt with getting me one. They went out in the streets and hailed each taxi that drove by. I had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit.

How is the service?

I had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit .

I attended a conference in town and stayed here. Initially, I was going to stay at a different hotel in Union Square, but I'm so glad I chose the Hilton instead! I got into town early and I was able to check in early. The service at the front desk was prompt and friendly. I was given a room on the 22nd floor. The staff were helpful in guiding me to the nearest MUNI stops - there is one a short walk around the corner of the building. This hotel is located right in Chinatown and close to the Financial District. It is a nice 10 minute walk to the nearby Embarcadero Center (where you can go shopping). This hotel is about 15 minutes from the SF airport. The room was very clean and I was very impressed with everything. The bed was soft, as were the pillows, and the comforter. I wish my own bed was as nice! The towels were fluffy and the bathroom had Evelyn Crabtree amenities. When I left the hotel and asked for a cab, the staff were prompt with getting me one. They went out in the streets and hailed each taxi that drove by. I had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit.

I <hl> had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit <hl> .

I attended a conference in town and stayed here. Initially, I was going to stay at a different hotel in Union Square, but I'm so glad I chose the Hilton instead! I got into town early and I was able to check in early. The service at the front desk was prompt and friendly. I was given a room on the 22nd floor. The staff were helpful in guiding me to the nearest MUNI stops - there is one a short walk around the corner of the building. This hotel is located right in Chinatown and close to the Financial District. It is a nice 10 minute walk to the nearby Embarcadero Center (where you can go shopping). This hotel is about 15 minutes from the SF airport. The room was very clean and I was very impressed with everything. The bed was soft, as were the pillows, and the comforter. I wish my own bed was as nice! The towels were fluffy and the bathroom had Evelyn Crabtree amenities. When I left the hotel and asked for a cab, the staff were prompt with getting me one. They went out in the streets and hailed each taxi that drove by. I <hl> had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit <hl>.

I attended a conference in town and stayed here. Initially, I was going to stay at a different hotel in Union Square, but I'm so glad I chose the Hilton instead! I got into town early and I was able to check in early. The service at the front desk was prompt and friendly. I was given a room on the 22nd floor. The staff were helpful in guiding me to the nearest MUNI stops - there is one a short walk around the corner of the building. This hotel is located right in Chinatown and close to the Financial District. It is a nice 10 minute walk to the nearby Embarcadero Center (where you can go shopping). This hotel is about 15 minutes from the SF airport. The room was very clean and I was very impressed with everything. The bed was soft, as were the pillows, and the comforter. I wish my own bed was as nice! The towels were fluffy and the bathroom had Evelyn Crabtree amenities. When I left the hotel and asked for a cab, the staff were prompt with getting me one. They went out in the streets and hailed each taxi that drove by. <hl> I had a very nice time here and would definitely stay here again on my next visit . <hl>

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A positive overall experience

question: How is it bar?, context: The location of the JW Marriott is ideal! Close (1-4 small blocks)to all Union Square and Westfield mall shopping, restaurants, cable car, and Hertz rental car, which is good when you choose to rent a car to explore the city and exterior areas like Sausalito and Muir Woods, etc. The staff was always attentive, the rooms were always clean and orderly, and a door was always opened for you before reaching the front door. There were other nice amenities like ice buckets filled nightly, as well as extremely quick and efficient service when it came to any room requests that were out of the norm, along with the morning coffee and afternoon tea in the lobby made for a nice comfortable stay. The rooms are nicely decorated with warm colors making it feel more like home. A positive overall experience equating to a definite return the next time I'm in San Francisco.

How is it bar?

A positive overall experience equating to a definite return the next time I'm in San Francisco.

The location of the JW Marriott is ideal! Close (1-4 small blocks)to all Union Square and Westfield mall shopping, restaurants, cable car, and Hertz rental car, which is good when you choose to rent a car to explore the city and exterior areas like Sausalito and Muir Woods, etc. The staff was always attentive, the rooms were always clean and orderly, and a door was always opened for you before reaching the front door. There were other nice amenities like ice buckets filled nightly, as well as extremely quick and efficient service when it came to any room requests that were out of the norm, along with the morning coffee and afternoon tea in the lobby made for a nice comfortable stay. The rooms are nicely decorated with warm colors making it feel more like home. A positive overall experience equating to a definite return the next time I'm in San Francisco.

<hl> A positive overall experience <hl> equating to a definite return the next time I'm in San Francisco.

The location of the JW Marriott is ideal! Close (1-4 small blocks)to all Union Square and Westfield mall shopping, restaurants, cable car, and Hertz rental car, which is good when you choose to rent a car to explore the city and exterior areas like Sausalito and Muir Woods, etc. The staff was always attentive, the rooms were always clean and orderly, and a door was always opened for you before reaching the front door. There were other nice amenities like ice buckets filled nightly, as well as extremely quick and efficient service when it came to any room requests that were out of the norm, along with the morning coffee and afternoon tea in the lobby made for a nice comfortable stay. The rooms are nicely decorated with warm colors making it feel more like home. <hl> A positive overall experience <hl> equating to a definite return the next time I'm in San Francisco.

The location of the JW Marriott is ideal! Close (1-4 small blocks)to all Union Square and Westfield mall shopping, restaurants, cable car, and Hertz rental car, which is good when you choose to rent a car to explore the city and exterior areas like Sausalito and Muir Woods, etc. The staff was always attentive, the rooms were always clean and orderly, and a door was always opened for you before reaching the front door. There were other nice amenities like ice buckets filled nightly, as well as extremely quick and efficient service when it came to any room requests that were out of the norm, along with the morning coffee and afternoon tea in the lobby made for a nice comfortable stay. The rooms are nicely decorated with warm colors making it feel more like home. <hl> A positive overall experience equating to a definite return the next time I'm in San Francisco. <hl>

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