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Jun 28, 2009 by Vincent from El Cerrito,CA
Overall Rating: 9

• Stellar service in a very convenient location.

“It looks like the hotel has undergone a recent renovation. The room was in good shape, with a good view (on the 16th floor, I believe). The staff are all really friendly!”

Jun 28, 2009 by Paul from Jupiter,FL
Overall Rating: 9

• Luxury for great value.
• The lobby was not particularly inviting and extremely rushed in unloading car upon arrival.

“The hotel was perfect for the traveler looking for a clean, refurbished, modern room with nice amenities.”

Jun 26, 2009 by Rhonda from Las Vegas,NV
Overall Rating: 6

• Good beds, nice TV.
• Bad neighborhood, noisy.

“Scary neighborhood. We saw stabbing, a protest rally and lots of hookers on the streets outside our room. We had 4:00am false fire alarm and had to walk down 16 floors to a bad area at night. Really scary.”

Jun 18, 2009 by Elle from Golden Valley,MN
Overall Rating: 9

• Location.
• No swimming pool.

“Great location, staff was friendly and helpful.”

Jun 16, 2009 by Barbara from Abilene,KS
Overall Rating: 9

• Location was perfect.
• No lobby to speak of, to sit and relax.

“Room was very nice but didn't have a good view. Really no problems except the extra charges for parking and wifi, which we chose not to use.”

Jun 14, 2009 by Holly from Louisville,KY
Overall Rating: 9

• Great central location and comfortable room.
• Parking and internet were expensive!

“Very nice room and comfortable bed, with great bathroom. Parking was nearly $50 for one day, and internet was another $13 ouch!”

Jun 11, 2009 by Carrie from Chula Vista,CA
Overall Rating: 10

• Loved the location, simple elegance and for a killer price!

“Being just a block away from the Powell St. BART station was very convenient. I felt like we were right in the middle of it all, but once up in our room at Parc 55, sufficiently removed from the
hot tub
to relax. Friendly staff, cool design, clean, comfortable rooms and all for a
very reasonable price.”

Jun 9, 2009 by Don from Jacksonville,FL
Overall Rating: 4

• Very expensive WiFi and parking.

“An expensive commercial hotel.”

Jun 9, 2009 by Sam from Apple Valley,MN
Overall Rating: 9

“Lobby was nice and spacious. Hotel staff from bellhop, concierge, housekeeping etc were all great. Location was perfect as it was in a prime location accessible to mall, shops, bus line, underground train, union square, restaurant and right in the middle of happening part of town without being noisy and crowded.”

Jun 8, 2009 by Mary from Chesterfield,MO
Overall Rating: 9

• It was lovely and the staff were very accomodating.
• We were given 2 double beds instead of a king.

“Very clean, very safe, very accomodating staff.”

Jun 8, 2009 by from Portland,OR
Overall Rating: 7

• The maid was very friendly, staff in general very nice.
• You are charged for everything. I expected to be charged for air.

“It's okay.
On the edge of the tenderloin. Room was cheap thanks to priceline, but we had to have a car as we were looking at real estate. Parking expensive. It was like $13 a day for internet. I would expect free wifi in this day and age.”

Jun 3, 2009 by Susan from Edgewater,NJ
Overall Rating: 10

• The peaceful lobby. The streets at that corner are chaotic; the hotel is zen-like upon entering.
• The concierge, while helpful, was not always there.

“I am a very experienced traveler, and could not have been more pleased. The room was wonderful. I requested a change because I had a room with an adjoining door and don't like that. They were very gracious. The bellmen were particularly helpful and informative.”

May 22, 2009 by Kathy from Flushing,NY
Overall Rating: 8

• Very spacious and nice ambiance.
• Breakfast not included.

“The location of this hotel was convenient, with meter parking around the corner. There were many restaurants and shopping areas. We requested double beds during check in and were given the room without problems. The room was pretty spacious and clean.”

May 15, 2009 by Steven from St Louis Park,MN
Overall Rating: 9

• Very well located for shopping and access to most downtown attractions.
• We were on the 9th floor and there was some street noise.

“The Parc 55 is a large, very nice hotel. The public spaces are attractive and contemporary, and there is a beautiful hotel restaurant, where we had an outstanding-though expensive-breakfast one morning. Our room was similarly attractive and contained everything from an upscale hotel, though it lacked a refrigerator. The bed was very comfortable, and the climate control system was particularly good and extremely quiet. Unfortunately there was some street noise, though nothing unexpected given the busy location. Like other such hotels, access to the internet is an additional charge. The staff we interacted with was uniformly pleasant and efficient. I would definitely go back.”

May 14, 2009 by Julian from Fallbrook,CA
Overall Rating: 4

• The location.
• I stayed at the Hilton garden Inn in Sacramento the week prior. The Hilton was a 3 star and much nicer.

“Not a four star hotel. It actually is used by overseas flight crews.”

May 13, 2009 by Allan from Reno,NV
Overall Rating: 8

• Great location, modern by SF standards.
• Ongoing construction, no clear waiting line at front desk.

“You can't beat this place for its location and facilities. They've moved the check-in to a new (nice) second floor lobby. Nice breakfast buffet and lounge.”

May 7, 2009 by Sadie from Playa Del Rey,CA
Overall Rating: 7

• Great view from 29th floor.
• Room was not ready at 3 pm, was told to come back at 4 pm, then still not ready.

“Very convenient location, short walk from Bart station. Room was not ready at 3 pm. receptionist was rude and won't tell me what floor she was going to assign me. Was told to come back at 4 pm. So we had to basically stay near the area for an hour. By the time we came back, a long line had formed at the lobby desk, had to wait 15 minutes in line. And was told the room was still not ready. But they upgraded the room for the inconvenience. Nice view from the high floors. Bed was comfy.”

May 7, 2009 by Randi from Tacoma,WA
Overall Rating: 9

• The staff was friendly and the location was convenient.
• The view is not as attractive as I had hoped.

“For a business trip, this hotel was in a very convenient location. The housekeeping was very friendly as was the guest service staff. However, the valet parking attendants were very curt when it comes to assistance with luggage storage. Overall, it was a good experience.”

May 1, 2009 by Kelly from Barrie,Canada
Overall Rating: 10

• The location was awesome!
• No fridge in the rooms.

“Staff was friendly. Rooms were spacious and very clean.”

May 1, 2009 by Michele from San Jose,CA
Overall Rating: 8

• Loved looking at the view from the restaurant and room.
• Seemed very congested at the door way - too long check in lines.

“Clearly they care more about business travelers than weekender. Room furnishings, lamps etc where Howard Johnson level - this place was clean and OK. It was noisy, but it is in the middle of the city with concrete canyons, maybe they need thicker glass, I have had rooms right next to airports and not heard the jets, so clearly it can be done.”

Apr 30, 2009 by Michael from Scottsdale,AZ
Overall Rating: 8

• I liked the view from the hotel room.
• Lobby was not spectacular.

“Good value for the money.”

Apr 26, 2009 by Matt from San Jose,CA
Overall Rating: 7

• The location and efficiency of check-in and out.
• Horrible service at the restaurant.

“Pros: Clean, excellent location in SF. Cons: No spa in hotel, horrible service in the restaurant, $40 for parking overnight”

Apr 26, 2009 by Hanh from Stockton,CA
Overall Rating: 9

• Valet parking and lobby under renovation.

“I would go again.”

Apr 25, 2009 by Christine from Sammamish,WA
Overall Rating: 9

“The room was very nice and roomy with an extreamly comfortable bed.”

Apr 22, 2009 by Steve from Stowe,VT
Overall Rating: 4

• Located near shopping.
• Very noisy at night and in a grimy neighborhood.

“The ear plugs provided in the room where a clue about the noise levels at night. Extremely noisy from people out late partying on the street, loud traffic, and poor sound proofing in the hallways. This might be a 4 star hotel in a different neighborhood, not bordering on the Tenderloin and the grubby street scene. We felt the hotel was misrepresented and would not stay here again at any price.”

Apr 21, 2009 by Daniel from Toronto,Canada
Overall Rating: 9

• Very efficient, clean, modern, functional, very comfortable, but under renovation.
• It was under renovation.

“Overall, very good.”

Apr 21, 2009 by Nimi from San Francisco,CA
Overall Rating: 8

• Please fix the elevator immediately.
• Nothing.

“Very good and comfortable.”

Apr 20, 2009 by Kevin from San Luis Obispo,CA
Overall Rating: 6

• Great updated rooms.
• Parking was $65.00 per night.

“The hotel was very nice. I did not like the fact that we were charged 65.00 per night for parking.”

Apr 16, 2009 by Nadira from Menlo Park,CA
Overall Rating: 1

“Hotel was okay, too crowded with air crew. Not at all romantic. Very basic with basic furnishings, slightly loud because of construction even though we were on 24th floor. Nothing fancy at all. Not a romantic hotel by any stretch of the imagination. Rude valet.”

Apr 16, 2009 by Chris from Westport,CT
Overall Rating: 9

• Convenient, well-appointed, and reasonable price.

“We were very pleased with the hotel. It was nicer than we expected and very well located, convenient to theaters, shopping and BART.”

Apr 15, 2009 by Howard from West Hollywood,CA
Overall Rating: 9

• A very comfortable bed.
• Long waits for the elevator.

“Very nice hotel in a great Union Square location. The room, although somewhat small, is nice appointment with many comforts including a flat screen TV, coffee maker etc. I had a very pleasant stay.”

Apr 14, 2009 by Nadira from Menlo Park,CA
Overall Rating: 1

• Art nouveau decor in lobby.
• No warmth and rooms were very plain, like an airport hotel.

“This is not a bad hotel - for someone who is okay with hotels by the airport (although this is located in a bustling part of SF). Unfortunately, there were tons of air crew checking in all the time! So long lines for check-in and for the concierge. It also was OK rooms - plasma TV, and a sofa, and comfortable king-size bed. Location was the only plus, but we decided we would never stay at this hotel again. It lacked the cozy, warm factor.”

Apr 6, 2009 by Logan from Bonnville,CA
Overall Rating: 5

• Location.
• Overpriced breakfast, overpriced parking, ridiculous internet fee.

“It was perfectly clean and safe and the staff was friendly. However, all the hidden fees for parking and internet, etc. kind of wrecked the experience, especially since we weren't allowed access to the nice lounge.”

Apr 6, 2009 by Marylou from Montgomery Village,MD
Overall Rating: 9

• Great location, right by Union square.
• No free wireless Internet access.

“Great hotel, comfortable, great location. Accessible (walking) to restaurants, shopping, Bart train, cable cars.”

Mar 25, 2009 by from Cupertino,CA
Overall Rating: 10

• Room with fabulous views. Valet staff was very helpful.
• The entry way is odd, slopes downward, then you go up to 2nd floor for registration.

“Room was clean and
comfortable. There was plenty of room to lounge and/or work. Staff was discreet and quiet. The parking valet gave us a tip on where there was better parking, when we explained our needs.”

Mar 23, 2009 by Mel from Folsom,CA
Overall Rating: 8

• Location, great view.
• Room was a little small for two kids and two adults but it's San Fran.

“Good, clean, modern (currently renovating) hotel. Staff was friendly. Great location in San Fran. This is the second time I've stayed at this hotel. Both times were excellent stays.”

Mar 18, 2009 by Frank from Redding,CA
Overall Rating: 10

• The staff was friendly, beds comfortable, TV great, locattion great
  and
  door man pleasent.
• Parking.

“My whole family had a great stay. To keep it short we will be back. Thank you.”

Mar 13, 2009 by George from New Braunfels,TX
Overall Rating: 9

• Amenities.
• Had to pay for internet.

“International visitors highly welcome; many airline employees stay here; good location, but lots of sirens; however, ear plugs are provided in every room.”

Mar 13, 2009 by Bob from Stockton,CA
Overall Rating: 10

• No issues.

“Excellent location close to BART, cable cars & Union Square. Spacious & nicely appointed room with couch & flat screen TV. Would definitely stay again.”

Mar 7, 2009 by Joan from Atlanta,GA
Overall Rating: 10

• The room and the view were incredible.

“I highly recommend this hotel. We arrived at 10 am and the staff member got us into our room. I was concerned because of a negative review I had read but the room itself was beautiful.”

Mar 6, 2009 by Emily from Burbank,CA
Overall Rating: 7

• Room was nice, hotel staff was helpful.
• Room was directly over construction across the street and noise was awful, and room was not as clean as it could have been.

“I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. Other than the construction next door, I really liked it. The staff was helpful and I didn't have one problem with checking in or out.”

Mar 6, 2009 by Bob from St. Helena,CA
Overall Rating: 8

• Great location and clean rooms.

“Excellent location, clean and comfortable rooms.”

Feb 20, 2009 by Mindy from San Jose,CA
Overall Rating: 8

• Pillows.
• Long lines at front desk.

“Nice rooms but bathrooms could be cushier. Parc 55
provides conditioner. High floors give great views, but you can still hear every fire engine in the middle of the night. Terrific location.”

Oct 22, 2008 by Stu
Overall Rating: 9

• A
  very central location to all the shops and restaurants.
• I was on the 20th floor and I could still hear the traffice from below.

“It was a very nice hotel, very close to the shopping areas and a ton of good restaurants. I only have 2 complaints: 1. when I arrived at check-in, the room wasn't ready and I had to wait 1 hour before it was cleaned up. 2. My room was on the 20th floor, but I would still hear the traffic from the street below. They do offer ear plugs in the room though, but I am surprised they haven't put in sound proof glass.”

Oct 10, 2008 by Stewart
Overall Rating: 3

• The room was comfortable but noisy at night.
• Problem on checkout.

“Hotel was acceptable although noisy at night.
”

Sep 22, 2008 by Lynda
Overall Rating: 10

• Bedding was nice; great room service; staff was very helpful.
• Lobby is cold and business-like.

“The hotel is very convenient to museums and shopping and has the amenities I expect in a high-end hotel including attentive valet and doorman, helpful concierge, and good room service. Our remote was missing and the housekeeping delivered one in less than 5 minutes. We had a fabulous view from our room on the 25th floor.”

Sep 12, 2008 by Laura from San Jose, CA
Overall Rating: 5
Cleanliness:[8] • Staff:[6] • Location:[8]

• The beds were very comfortable.
• The lobby bathroom, no robes, no tips, no honor bar.

“Hotel is very nice.”

Sep 4, 2008 by Gerry from Sherman Oaks, CA
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[9] • Staff:[8] • Location:[9]

• The location was very good in relation to the city and transportation.
• The lobby was very busy and had a hectic atmosphere. Not inviting.

“The hotel was clean and well kept up for the star level that it was. Rooms were spacious and well appointed. The lobby was beautiful but too hectic and did not have an inviting atmosphere: almost more like a tourist trap.”

Sep 3, 2008 by Judith from Reno, NV
Overall Rating: 3
Cleanliness:[6] • Staff:[1] • Location:[8]

• Location.
• Unfriendly, rude staff.

“Not a four star. Three at best. More like a Motel. The staff at Parc 55 acted as though I were a homeless person trying to stay at the Ritz in Paris. I will not stay there again.”

Sep 3, 2008 by Linda from Bethesda, MD
Overall Rating: 8
Cleanliness:[10] • Staff:[9] • Location:[10]

• Location.
• Bad internet connection, no coffee in room.

“Great location, nice room, but a little short in the 4 star hotel amenity department.”