My girlfriend and I just returned from a labor Day weekend in SFO. This was our first time to SFO for both of us and I was so nervous about picking the right place. I stayed here based on forum comments and reviews. I booked directly with the hotel after searching travel websites. The savings were minimal by using a travel website and you are not guaranteed your room size . ( As we were checking out there was a family of 6 who were stuck with 2 single rooms because they booked through Hotels.com).
The staff was very friendly and we received smiles throughout from all staff. We asked for more pillows and they were delivered promptly with a smile.
The rooms are small compared to the suites at The Venetian in Vegas, but more than adequate for the 2 of us and our luggage, etc. We were not cramped for space at all.
The bathroom had modern fixtures and was very clean. The elevators were quick and safe, and the front desk was very helpful. They were happy to provide any assistance we needed. Excellent!
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!
You do not need to rent a car while staying here. Jump on the BART from the airport, $5.00 gets you to the door of the hotel. Ok, you have to go up the escalator and cross a small square (trolley turnaround) but it couldn't be any easier. If you are concerned with taking luggage on the BART as we were, don't be. There is plenty of room on the BART and it wasn't a hassle at all.
You have streetcars in front of the hotel (like the F line to the Embarcadero, Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf) and the famous trolley cars right in front of the door. It is so convenient!
Buy yourself a Muni pass for $9.00 a day or $18 for a 3 day. The trolley is $5.00 each way otherwise so you can see how this pays for itself. By the way, we felt safe on all transportation even at midnight from Fisherman's Wharf, BART included.
I will definitely go back to SFO and I will DEFINITELY stay at the Powell again. By the way, my girlfriend loved the hotel, loved the location and ease of getting around. She was impressed with my choice of hotels for our first stay in SFO.
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