I’ve lived in Manhattan for nearly 20 years, but I was born and raised in SF, manage a team out there, and return monthly (sometimes even more). To be honest, I generally find SF hotels to be pretty disappointing, especially relative to their cost. I’ve stayed in nearly all the SPG properties in the city (sans StR and the one by fisherman’s wharf), and a couple of the Marriotts.

I’m probably a huge outlier in this regard, but to be honest LM is my favorite. It’s on a block relatively free of vagrants (even StR and the Palace can’t claim that), the rooms are nicely sized, and the upgrade rate is, in experience, very good for plats. It is quiet at night, and a pretty easy walk or Uber to key sightseeing areas.