Which Starwood in downtown San Francisco?
Feb 26, 2015, 8:26 pm
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I'm deciding between a few of the *current* cat 5 hotels to use points between. This thread seems to side resoundingly on the former Market Street Westin (? now Park Central).
Is this still largely the case?
Mostly from a tourist perspective, a great breakfast benefit would be a nice plus, a room upgrade is not a make or break for me.
Is this still largely the case?
Mostly from a tourist perspective, a great breakfast benefit would be a nice plus, a room upgrade is not a make or break for me.
I'd highly recommend the Palace. The breakfast is delicious and served in the beautiful historic atrium. Beds are comfortable, but don't expect suite upgrades. Location is great. Right next to Muni for getting around. Walking distance to Embarcadero and (the zoo around) Union Square.
Feb 27, 2015, 6:42 am
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I just realized that the Palace is a different hotel than the Park Central, I think I was lumping some of the positive things about the Palace on the former Westin Market Street.
Feb 27, 2015, 12:21 pm
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My fave downtown was the Westin Market... now Park Central. I think Park Central stayed in Starwood even though it previously announced it was leaving. If so, it remains my preferred choice in downtown SF (or actually in SF, period).
Mar 13, 2015, 9:13 am
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I have a 2-night stay coming up in April. We're travelling with an infant so our #1 goal is securing a suite with a door separating the living room and bedroom. I applied SNAs to reservations at the St. Regis, the Palace and W. The rates were pretty similar at the Palace and W and I used points at the St. Regis (pre-increase).
Our current plan is to choose whichever hotel puts us into the biggest suite with a slight preference for the St. Regis based on the decent points value and our fondness for the brand. The hotels all seemed somewhat busy with a few different room types sold out at each property so hopefully at least one of the SNAs clear.
Our current plan is to choose whichever hotel puts us into the biggest suite with a slight preference for the St. Regis based on the decent points value and our fondness for the brand. The hotels all seemed somewhat busy with a few different room types sold out at each property so hopefully at least one of the SNAs clear.
Mar 15, 2015, 3:59 pm
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I have a 2-night stay coming up in April. We're travelling with an infant so our #1 goal is securing a suite with a door separating the living room and bedroom. I applied SNAs to reservations at the St. Regis, the Palace and W. The rates were pretty similar at the Palace and W and I used points at the St. Regis (pre-increase).
Our current plan is to choose whichever hotel puts us into the biggest suite with a slight preference for the St. Regis based on the decent points value and our fondness for the brand. The hotels all seemed somewhat busy with a few different room types sold out at each property so hopefully at least one of the SNAs clear.
Our current plan is to choose whichever hotel puts us into the biggest suite with a slight preference for the St. Regis based on the decent points value and our fondness for the brand. The hotels all seemed somewhat busy with a few different room types sold out at each property so hopefully at least one of the SNAs clear.
I'm more flexible with SF locations when I travel by myself. When I travel with family, I try to get a hotel near Market St. I've never stayed at the St Regis, since it's usually above my budget
Nov 26, 2015, 2:02 pm
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I'm looking for a week of hotel in downtown SF in January and I'm bringing the wife and two kids, 1 and 4. We bring travel beds for the kids, so one bed for me and the wife is enough. Looking for recommendations on which to choose.
Wish list:
A suite with a separate bedroom, so the baby can go to bed early.
A large lobby, where I can drive a stroller in circles at night, to make the jetlagged kids go back to sleep.
Nice (platinum) breakfast, preferably a buffet.
I've got a reasonable budget and plenty of SNAs. Last time, we were in a suite at the Palace, which was great. Queen Luxury suites are on sale at Le Meridien.
Wish list:
A suite with a separate bedroom, so the baby can go to bed early.
A large lobby, where I can drive a stroller in circles at night, to make the jetlagged kids go back to sleep.
Nice (platinum) breakfast, preferably a buffet.
I've got a reasonable budget and plenty of SNAs. Last time, we were in a suite at the Palace, which was great. Queen Luxury suites are on sale at Le Meridien.
Nov 26, 2015, 4:19 pm
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Le Meridien has a small lobby, but I do like their rooms. The Palace has been renovated so it is probably your best choice. There is always the Park Central, but the rooms and service leave are not up to the standard of SPG. I have had luck getting an upgraded room at the Park Central and they are very spacious.
Nov 26, 2015, 4:25 pm
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Le Meridien has a small lobby, but I do like their rooms. The Palace has been renovated so it is probably your best choice. There is always the Park Central, but the rooms and service leave are not up to the standard of SPG. I have had luck getting an upgraded room at the Park Central and they are very spacious.
Nov 26, 2015, 5:20 pm
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I'm looking for a week of hotel in downtown SF in January and I'm bringing the wife and two kids, 1 and 4. We bring travel beds for the kids, so one bed for me and the wife is enough. Looking for recommendations on which to choose.
Wish list:
A suite with a separate bedroom, so the baby can go to bed early.
A large lobby, where I can drive a stroller in circles at night, to make the jetlagged kids go back to sleep.
Nice (platinum) breakfast, preferably a buffet.
I've got a reasonable budget and plenty of SNAs. Last time, we were in a suite at the Palace, which was great. Queen Luxury suites are on sale at Le Meridien.
Wish list:
A suite with a separate bedroom, so the baby can go to bed early.
A large lobby, where I can drive a stroller in circles at night, to make the jetlagged kids go back to sleep.
Nice (platinum) breakfast, preferably a buffet.
I've got a reasonable budget and plenty of SNAs. Last time, we were in a suite at the Palace, which was great. Queen Luxury suites are on sale at Le Meridien.
Le Meridien is not much of a hotel but the rooms are nice which is what I'd focus on. You are short walking distance from the Ferry Building, the Exploratorium and the F line. Very quiet area of town on the weekends but honestly I don't think any of the Starwoods (or any SF hotels for that matter) have really outstanding location. The value is also likely good over the weekend as this is principally a business hotel.
Nov 26, 2015, 5:21 pm
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Looks like this thread wasn't merged into the Master Thread
The Master thread may be helpful: San Francisco Area Starwood Hotels (General Discussion 2008 Onward)
The Master thread may be helpful: San Francisco Area Starwood Hotels (General Discussion 2008 Onward)
Nov 27, 2015, 6:32 am
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Nov 29, 2015, 10:16 pm
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Nov 29, 2015, 10:20 pm
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Nov 30, 2015, 9:21 pm
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Dec 1, 2015, 1:21 am
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Interesting. I have stayed there and never thought to ask. Ridiculously annoying fee - although I like this property. Great location and generally good prices even with the ridiculous resort fee.