This is a historic hotel of sorts and so you have to judge accordingly. The location cannot be beat - steps from Powell and Union Square. Complaints about noise ignore the fact that this is the busiest and most sought-out part of the city. It comes with the territory. Staying here is more about the experience than booking a quiet refuge in a bustling city. The rooms are smallish, though updated pretty well. Bed was very comfortable. I guess I was lucky, as my room was quite quiet, aside from the expected ting of the trolley bells. The lobby is a sight to behold. Always jammed with people (that's a good thing), and a fantastic mirrored bar in the back that's booming with activity. Now the drawbacks. The breakfast place attached to the hotel is excellent (run by a former Top Chef contestant) but expensive if all you want is a simple breakfast. The room rates are also exorbitant, based on the location, not the room amenities. Other than that, it's worth an experience.
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