Fancy molding and 10-foot-tall windows grace the red-carpeted lobby of this brick Victorian listed on the National Register of Historic Places, while rooms have dark-wood antique-reproduction furniture and vary in size and setup. Junior suites have sitting areas and either a wet bar or kitchenette with updated appliances; full suites have two queen beds, a Murphy bed, and a kitchen. All suites...
The bargain prices are the main reason I recommend this dependable, if unfashionable, hotel. On the plus side, suites have bidets, whirlpool bathtubs, and a wet bar or fully equipped kitchenette -- an advantage for families -- and a continental breakfast is included in the price of all rooms. All accommodations include plenty of in-room perks, including an afternoon "Social Hour" with wine,...
This retro motor lodge is a swanky destination for stylish folks.:
The SceneIn the '50s, the Phoenix served as an occasional playground for Hollywood celebs. Now, remade as a boutique hotel, it enjoys the same status among touring rock stars and the Bay Area's young professionals. The 44 rooms (including three suites) all overlook the heated outdoor pool and modern sculpture garden. Inside, colorful carpets and bedspreads and contemporary pieces by local...
Family-owned grand hotel near Union Square.:
The Scene
The property is at a crossroads between prestigious Nob Hill and the more infamous Tenderloin district, so when leaving the hotel, guests should expect to find elements from...