Best Western Hotel California

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580 Geary Street

San Francisco, CA 94102

(877) 722-3422

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Best	Great location! We stayed at the Savoy one night when we had theatre tickets, and the location can't be beat! We walked to Union Square to do some window shopping and have dinner, then to the th...
Worst	Do Not Stay Here This Hotel was described as small and elegant, well they have the small right but they should have substituted the elegant for dirty. This place was a complete dump! Don't waste...

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good! 1/19/2009

by Ashley K at Insider Pages Provided by Insider Pages

We stayed here a couple months ago when in CA. We stayed here just because of the name and it wasn't bad. If you want to stay at Hotel California I would recommend you do! more

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Only stayed one night 6/11/2007

by sam00600 at Citysearch Provided by Citysearch

I recently stayed at the Hotel California on May 31st and it wasn't what I was expecting. I guess I had my hopes up becaue of the reviews from other guests but I was disappointed when I walked into my room. First I want to backtrack and say the staff is wonderful, helpful and extremely kind but when I walked into my room and heard sirens outside my window (which looking outside my window I was greeted by the rundown building next to mine...no view at all). Pros: Wonderful staff, great vegan restaurant Cons: Extremely noisy, near tenderloin district more

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Great value, friendly but basic hotel with a good atmosphere 3/9/2007

by charlesrwright at Citysearch Provided by Citysearch

There were hairs left in my bathroom from the previous guest (or the maid I suppose) and there was a strange smell in the lobby and corridors, but other than that, I loved it. Had a fun room on 7th floor with a great feel to it. Loved the big flat screen TV on the wall, loved the decor, especially the painting on the ceiling around the ceiling fan. Slightly disappointing that there was a note in the minibar: "Sorry we're out of JD, Champagne and Vodka" - well go out and fricking get some!!! Would definitely go back there, with my wife - she'd love it. Free wireless broadband in the lobby, but not in the rooms. Lovely receptionist called Dasha who will smile much more if you engage her in conversation. Doorman Ricky lovely. Pros: Fun hotel, walking distance from lots of cool places including Swig, right across the street Cons: Weird smell in the lobby! more

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So-So. 6/12/2006

by ebrown7 at Citysearch Provided by Citysearch

It is a charming place but has some downfalls. We had a reservation several weeks in advance. We got there early in the day (before noon) and there wasn't a room ready, which we expected but they stored our bags and parked our car. We had a full day planned and told them we wouldn't be back to check in until 9 p.m. or later, which was no problem. When we did finally return to check in we were told that there wasn't a great selection of rooms left for the night and that all they had was near the elevator. When we were checking in the front desk person was with another guest and never acknowledged us with even a hello and I'll be right with you. Then, while we were checking in the phone rang and he stopped what he was doing to answer it and then when he hung up turned to us and said "that was one of our VIP guests". I guess I thought we should all be VIP guests or at least feel like we are. That was when we were told there were no choice rooms left for us. I guess they wouldn't mind if we stayed at one of the many other great hotels in the area next time so they can cater to their VIPs. more

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Cute and Cosy Hotel 3/15/2006

by oilybiscuit at Citysearch Provided by Citysearch

It's a cute hotel right in the heart of downtown- location can't be beat- a few blocks from the BART and about $10 taxi from Fisherman's Wharf. The room was clean and cosy- beds were very comfortable and the higher threadcount sheets and the duvet was definitely appreciated. The breakfast isn't worth it unless it's part of the package- boiled eggs, yogurt, apples, pastries. Didn't get a package that was delivered to me until I personally asked for it though. Pros: Central Location, Reasonable Price, Cosy and comfortable Cons: Valet Parking only, View only of street more

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Great location! 9/4/2003

by sharonmca at Citysearch Provided by Citysearch

We stayed at the Savoy one night when we had theatre tickets, and the location can't be beat! We walked to Union Square to do some window shopping and have dinner, then to the theatre for the play. Our room was very nice, I loved the feather beds and want to get one for our bed at home, they're so comfortable! The staff was helpful and friendly, the rate was very reasonable and I'd recommend this hotel to anyone staying in downtown San Francisco. Pros: Great location, Good value, Comfy beds more

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Do Not Stay Here 7/1/2003

by kristinbonk at Citysearch Provided by Citysearch

This Hotel was described as small and elegant, well they have the small right but they should have substituted the elegant for dirty. This place was a complete dump! Don't waste your money. more

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Nowhere Else Will You Get A Shot Of Tequila Upon Check-In, Which Is Exactly How An Exciting Adventure In San Francisco Should Begin!We're Just Blocks From Union Square And Close To All Of The City’S Major Attractions.While Meal Decisions Will Be Difficult When Surrounded By So Many Restaurants In This Culinary Capital, We’Ll Always Have Breakfast Covered For You! Our Complimentary Morning Buffet Includes Homemade Waffles, Fresh Coffee And Juice, Pastries, Fruit, Yogurt And Cereal, And Whether Traveling For Business Or Pleasure, You Can Always Return From Each Day On The Town To Relax And Unwind With Fellow Guests At Our Complimentary Wine And Cheese Reception Every Evening!Our Hotel Is Known For Its Iconic Name And Location In The Heart Of Downtown San Francisco, But There's A Lot More To Us Than That. Our Top-Tier Amenities Provide An Excellent Complement To This Historic 100 Year Old Hotel, Built In 1913.Tour The City By Cable Car Or Take Advantage Of The Fantastic Shopping At Nearby Union Square. If In Town For A Special Event, Don't Worry About Traffic Or Taxis. You're Already Within Walking Distance To The City’S Most Frequented Destinations Including Chinatown And Fisherman’S Wharf. Guests Lucky Enough To Be In Town On Business Are Equally Well Situated. This Hotel Regularly Hosts Industry Professionals From City Hall And The Moscone Convention Center, Just To Name A Couple. Business And Pleasure Are Never Mutually Exclusive Here!We're Excited To Welcome You To Our Downtown San Francisco Hotel. Guests Can Expect Luxuriously Furnished Rooms, Each With Hardwood Floors And A Deluxe Beautyrest® Mattress And Superior Customer Service 24 Hours A Day. Every Member Of Our Staff Is Committed To Making Your Stay Here Special. Start Planning Your Vacation Today And Figure Out Where The First Stop Will Be. Chinatown, The Golden Gate Bridge? It All Starts Here At The Best Western Hotel California!South 101Take 101, Exit 7th Street. Follow 7th Street All The Way To Market. Cross Market And Turn Right On Leavenworth. Take Another Right On O'Farrell. Go Down Two Blocks And Take A Left On Taylor. Go Up One Block And Take A Left On Geary. The Best Western The Hotel California Is On Your Right Hand Side Between Taylor And Jones.South 280Take 280 North Towards Downtown San Francisco. Exit 6th Street. Follow 6th Street To Market Street. Cross Market Street. After You Cross Market Street, 6th Street Becomes Taylor. Continue On Taylor Until You Come To Geary Street. Take A Left On Geary. The Best Western The Hotel California Is At The End Of The Block On The Right Hand Side.North 101Follow 101 South Over The Golden Gate Bridge. When In San Francisco, Continue To Follow 101 South. You Will Be On Lombard Street. Follow Lombard To Van Ness Avenue. Cross Van Ness And Go Five More Blocks To Jones Street. Take Right On Jones. Go Down To Post Street And Take A Left On Post. Go Two Blocks And Take A Right On Mason. Go Down To Geary And Take A Right. The Best Western The Hotel California Is Two Blocks Down On The Corner Of Geary And Jones.80From The Bay Bridge, Take The 5th Street Exit Towards Us 101 North/Golden Gate Bridge. Take A Left On Harrison. Take A Right On 6th Street. Follow 6th Street To Market Street. Cross Market Street. After Market, 6th Street Becomes Taylor. Continue On Taylor Until You Come To Geary Street. Take A Left On Geary. The Best Western The Hotel California Is At The End Of The Block On The Right Hand Side.

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Accommodations are thoughtfully furnished with feather beds, goose-down pillows, CD players and data ports. Junior Suites are the most spacious, while the less luxurious Standard...
10/27/2006 Provided by Citysearch

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Hours: Sun 12:00AM - 12:00AM, Mon 12:00AM - 12:00AM, Tue 12:00AM - 12:00AM, Wed 12:00AM - 12:00AM, Thu 12:00AM - 12:00AM, Fri 12:00AM - 12:00AM, Sat 12:00AM - 12:00AM
Payments: Master Card, Discover, Visa, American Express
Neighborhoods: Tenderloin, Northeast

Best Western Hotel California

580 Geary Street

San Francisco, CA 94102

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Only stayed one night 6/11/2007

Great value, friendly but basic hotel with a good atmosphere 3/9/2007

So-So. 6/12/2006

Cute and Cosy Hotel 3/15/2006

Great location! 9/4/2003

Do Not Stay Here 7/1/2003

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Only stayed one night 6/11/2007

Great value, friendly but basic hotel with a good atmosphere 3/9/2007

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Cute and Cosy Hotel 3/15/2006

Great location! 9/4/2003

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