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Out of 493

Sir Francis Drake Hotel San Francisco	Average Price: $252 Check Rates

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450 Powell Street

San Francisco, 94102 View map

3-Star Hotel Rank: 22 of 110
Average review rating: 3.5

OpinionWell Value Index: 4

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (5) , Expedia (54) , Travelocity (5) , TripAdvisor (721) , YahooTravel (28)

SAFE TO BOOK ? (3/5 issues found)

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Construction:	There are recent comments about Construction, Remodeling, Renovation.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	No recent comments about room smell were found.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	Recent comments complained about bed bugs.

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1. we were there only three 3 nights, so it was difficult to move somewhere else.

"DISAPPOINTING!! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/29/2012 Vote

2. This is a difficult review to write because nothing was really wrong and I was wowed in a way and non plussed in another.

"Old world charm " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/10/2011 Vote

3. There was no light in our closet so it was often difficult to see .

"Sir Francis Drake Yuck!!! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/11/2011 Vote

4. Other than the bed, there was nothing to sit on and it was difficult to work.

"Absolutely filthy-- stay somewhere else! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/29/2010 Vote

5. Staff - Most staff found it difficult to make eye contact with guests - and despite our 'good morning' greetings - we were pushed to receive an acknowledgement3.

"Location A+.......Staff F-......... " Read full review on TripAdvisor 6/8/2010 Vote

6. The front desk is far from the front door making it difficult for the staff to add the usual Kimpton touch of welcoming you back to the hotel.

"I love Kimpton but this is my least favorite " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/18/2009 Vote

7. The most difficult time was when some of us went back to get our bags.

"Halloween Haunt " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/1/2009 Vote

8. The door to the bathroom was difficult to close and stuck when it was finally closed.

"Room to Small " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/12/2008 Vote

9. It must be very difficult to heat (w/the high ceilings) but perhaps hanging a velvet curtain would help block out the wind.

"Great Location, Friendly Staff, Excellent Stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 4/13/2008 Vote

10. it is difficult to say anything negative.

"Great location! " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/7/2008 Vote