I love these old, boutique-style San Francisco hotels. The building itself is really cool, with quaint, vintage common areas and a cozy Italian restaurant that adds to the charm. The lobby has a small, European feel that’s both welcoming and unique.
My room was quite small, as I expected for the price and location, but the bathroom was comically tiny-even smaller than an airplane bathroom! To sit on the toilet, I actually had to straddle the miniature sink. The bathroom was so compact that you could quite literally stand just outside the doorway and still reach the toilet-an unusual but surprisingly convenient option, given the space constraints. The shower was also small, but the handheld shower head was a nice touch and made it easier to use.
Despite the size, the bed was comfortable, and the closet was surprisingly spacious with a large shelving unit-great for extra storage. The room also had a tiny desk, a small TV, an alarm clock, coffee maker, lamp, and a huge phone, which made the desk feel a bit overloaded. Since I needed to work, I cleared off everything but the TV (which was the perfect size to use as a computer monitor) and set up my laptop. I actually got a lot of work done during my stay.
Everyone I interacted with on the hotel staff was amazing-friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Overall, the building’s historic charm and the excellent service made for a memorable stay. I’d definitely stay here again, just be prepared for a very small bathroom!
