We were close to the end of a 4 month round the world holiday. We arrived at the hotel late, at night. After passing some down-and-outs, camping on the pavement 4 blocks away, we were expecting the worst. However the reception was very good and gave us all the information quickly allowing us to retire soon after arriving. At first sight the hotel looked very old and the rooms were not very well decorated, but very large. The bathroom was good and there was a small kitchenette, with bar fridge. Next morning in daylight the room actually looked much better than the night before. We had breakfast each morning, it was adequate and a good selection. The only problem is the same as everywhere in US, the bread was sweet.
The situation of the hotel in relation to most attractions, like Union Square, the Hop-on Hop-off bus, etc is excellent. Downhill to everywhere, trouble is returning later, it's all uphill, but no matter where you stay in SF this will be the same.
Wifi was free, but extremely flakey, we took our laptop to the mezanine floor, where there was a computer room set up for guests, so we could get connectivity.
The supermarket next door is very good and reasonably priced. There are plenty of really good restaurants within walking distance, one on the corner of Powell and Bush is a good Italian, the best Pizza I've ever eaten.
Hotel staff were really helpful with everything we needed. They found a cheaper shuttle to the airport, which saved us about $10 each.
Waterfront, Alcatraz and all the City sightseeing was easy to reach from the Hotel.
I would recommend the Mayflower to anyone looking for budget price accommodation.
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