I just finished my visit to San Francisco for a conference that took place in the hotel, and since they offered a special rate for the participants of the conference, we took the offer and stayed there. It was a lovely hotel, you are greeted with a large luxurious lobby once you step in, very magnificent and old. In fact my coworker has pointed out to me that it is a historical landmark of San Francisco, so you can expect to feel a bit nostalgic here.
I was pleasantly surprised when I got a free upgrade to a king size room, which is very large, with a king sized bed and a walk in closet! The bed itself is very comfy, I would prefer fluffier pillows though, but that's just personal preference. The usual amenities are there, except for the coffee maker. I really hoped for one since I did not feel like shelling out to have a coffee in the room. Internet is not free, and wireless was very weak. I also resort to the plug in ethernet for a reliable connection. I also got a decent view from my room, straight out my room faces the wall of the hotel beside it, but on an angle I get to have a view of the bay, which you can see in one of the pictures.
Location was great, it's a 20 min walk to Market St, or to the Pier. It felt safe enough for me to walk at night alone, although I probably would not have done that if I wasn't try to get water. Speaking of which closest convenience stores are about two blocks away, and carrying a gallon of water walking up that insane incline is very tiring. In fact, when you try to get back to the hotel in all direction is extremely tiring, just because it is right up on the very top with a very steep incline.
The conference hall/rooms I've been to are spacious as well, no issue with hearing/watching the speaker. Coffee from the hotel is wonderful, some of the food is ok, others much better. Overall I really like the hotel, very spacious room and it's just lovely in general. A great place to stay in SF!
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