I agree completely with Doc. The Marriott is a large, rather sterile convention hotel on the south side of Market away from Union Square. The Stanford Court is on Nob Hill, next to the Mark Hopkins and across from the Fairmont. We were a little disappointed in the rooms at the Stanford Court and also in the restaurant - great for breakfast but very mediocre for dinner. If you do stay at the Stanford Court, be sure to visit the Top of the Mark (Hopkins) at least for a drink.