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Old Sep 27, 2018, 1:40 pm
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we're going to spend a thursday to sunday weekend in san francisco. we'll land at SFO around 4 pm and head into the city on the BART. I value easy access to and from a hotel with public transport. we'll take the BART back to SFO on sunday morning.
i have honors gold status and a hot breakfast is a nice thing to have for us, not just bread.
A view is always nice but we won't be spending much time in the room and when we do, we'll be sleeping. I have no expectations of an upgrade.
I was looking at the Hilton Union Square, Parc55, and the Hampton Inn. It seems that the first two don't really offer much in the way of breakfast to gold status members.
there is no discussion of the Hampton Inn on this thread but i'm familiar with their breakfast offerings.
the hilton financial district is a bit less convenient in terms of distance from the BART but it's doable if it's really worth it.
anyone care to compare and contrast these central hotels in terms of comfort and breakfast?
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Old Sep 27, 2018, 9:08 pm
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It might affect your plans to know that on Sundays the earliest BART train to the airport leaves the city at around 8:30 am. (And, by the way, the Californians call it "BART" and not "the BART".)
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Old Sep 28, 2018, 1:43 am
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Originally Posted by offstage
It might affect your plans to know that on Sundays the earliest BART train to the airport leaves the city at around 8:30 am. (And, by the way, the Californians call it "BART" and not "the BART".)
Or deciding on the better Hilton breakfast in a town widely known for its food....

Make a left outside either of those hotels, you might not like the view or feel any comfort.
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Old Sep 28, 2018, 11:44 am
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Originally Posted by blitzkriegs


Or deciding on the better Hilton breakfast in a town widely known for its food....

Make a left outside either of those hotels, you might not like the view or feel any comfort.
In SF I sure wouldn't be deciding on a Hilton just based on breakfast alone. Plenty of good places to eat in SF. The breakfast at Sears only a couple blocks away is good and reasonably priced and plenty of other places.

I wouldn't want to take a left out of the Union Square Hilton at dark and walk more than a block or so. I don't think Parc 55 is bad and right across the street from the Bart station.

If more than one person is staying in the hotel Uber pool is a better deal to SFO than Bart. Since Uber has been in SF I don't even deal with Bart even when I'm travelling solo. It's only about a $20 ride in Uber pool including tip from SFO to either Hilton.
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Old Sep 28, 2018, 2:34 pm
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Originally Posted by jamesteroh
In SF I sure wouldn't be deciding on a Hilton just based on breakfast alone. Plenty of good places to eat in SF. The breakfast at Sears only a couple blocks away is good and reasonably priced and plenty of other places.
i'm not choosing a hotel based on breakfast alone. the primary criterion for us is proximity to public transport, i.e. bart. i'm not familiar with uber pool. i'll check that out. thanks.
second, regarding breakfast, we value breakfast in the hotel because we like to eat a little something, have a coffee, and then go back to our room to get ready. we do like going to a restaurant for breakfast once in a while.
everyone has their quirks including us. we have traveled quite a bit in our lives and as you get older, you develop preferences. of course if we were in our 20s or 30s, our choices would be very different. we would never stay in a hotel restaurant for breakfast. but now, in our 50s and 60s, convenience (breakfast, transport, etc.) takes on more significance.
thanks for your comments.
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Old Sep 28, 2018, 3:40 pm
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The Hampton Inn has your normal Hampton Inn breakfast (it did a year ago when I stayed there). Not much in the way of amenities, but seemed pretty new & fresh on the inside. A rooftop patio too if I remember correctly. Lots of posts on FT about the breakfast options at the Hilton Union Square as a HH Gold. Hampton Inn has a Blue Bottle Coffee right out the back door. HI isn't in the most tourist friendly or attractive neighboorhood, but we felt safe (using common sense walking around of course). They are both about the same distance from the Powell St BART station (0.25 Miles - pretty close).
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Old May 11, 2019, 4:14 pm
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Best Silicon Valley property

Would like your recommendations on the best property amongst the following:
DT San Jose
Hilton San Jose
DT Campbell
Curio Cupertino
Hilton Santa Clara
Hilton or DT in Burlingame just south of SFO.

Order of importance for me are:
1). Clean and well-kept.
2). Location (spending time in Palo Alto, Mtn View, Cupertino, Campbell and Daly City)
3). Peaceful... not a magnet for loud guests, tons of kids and school teams (like how most Embassy Suites are)
4). Whatever breakfast that's provided free to Diamond is high-quality.
5). Treats Diamond well.

Thanks a lot!
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Old May 14, 2019, 11:05 am
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Originally Posted by akcae
If you were choosing between Parc 55 and Hilton Union Square, any strong arguments one way or another? They both fit my location needs, and I'll likely be Gold during my stay. I don't plan on spending that much time at the hotel itself, (2 days/nights) as I'll be out exploring. A good breakfast would be a plus.
bumping this since its my exact question. Trying to decide between these two locations for an upcoming overnight (non-business) stay. I know there is a $10 upcharge for diamonds to get hot breakfast items at Parc 55, but thats about it.
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Old May 14, 2019, 11:41 am
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Originally Posted by dascc
bumping this since its my exact question. Trying to decide between these two locations for an upcoming overnight (non-business) stay. I know there is a $10 upcharge for diamonds to get hot breakfast items at Parc 55, but thats about it.
We liked the Hilton better for the slightly larger room, the more spacious lobby, the wonderful high view lounge (and the views from the room), and the slightly better location (one block up). We didn't find the sprawling size to be a problem, nor did we have any issues immediately outside the hotel. IIRC there was also an upgrade to the hot items at the Hilton, but it also included made to order items and a daily special (and morning cocktails when we were there). We just got the cold buffet at the Parc.
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Old May 26, 2019, 12:43 am
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Originally Posted by evergrn
Would like your recommendations on the best property amongst the following:
DT San Jose
Hilton San Jose
DT Campbell
Curio Cupertino
Hilton Santa Clara
Hilton or DT in Burlingame just south of SFO.

Order of importance for me are:
1). Clean and well-kept.
2). Location (spending time in Palo Alto, Mtn View, Cupertino, Campbell and Daly City)
3). Peaceful... not a magnet for loud guests, tons of kids and school teams (like how most Embassy Suites are)
4). Whatever breakfast that's provided free to Diamond is high-quality.
5). Treats Diamond well.

Thanks a lot!
DT San Jose - Extremely close to SJC, and also across the street from Casino M8trix if gambling is your thing. Older property, relatively well kept. Really not much around here or is walk-able. Think wedding reception.
Hilton San Jose - I personally dislike DT San Jose as the area isn't the most clean, and easy to end up in semi-sketchy areas. I wouldn't call DT San Jose city, but the most city feel of the lot.
DT Campbell - Most peaceful location of the group, walk-able to downtown Campbell with a number of local eateries and the like. Suburbia feel, but isn't very modern.
Curio Cupertino - Think this used to be a Kimpton?. Nice location, extremely safe. Tons of local eateries (particularly Asian) near the area, modern feel.
Hilton Santa Clara - Right next to Great America and near Levi Stadium. Very clean smack in the middle of a row of SV businesses. Unfortunately also next to the Santa Clara convention center. Can be a absolute nightmare when events are happening. Well kept and clean, easy access to 237 or 101.
Hilton or DT in Burlingame just south of SFO. - Far from all your south bay locations. Easy access to SFO but a nightmare to drive down to the South Bay depending on time of day.

All that said, I'd go for Curio. I'd avoid Hilton SJ or DT SJ unless something above appeals to you. Good luck with your trip.
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Old May 26, 2019, 10:57 am
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I will confine my comments to places where I have spent at least sixty nights.
Hilton Santa Clara - Crazy expensive on weekdays, dirt cheap on weekends, unless there is a sporting event or convention center draw. The property is absolutely not special, purely functional. Very typical lounge. Hotel and lounge can be overrun with kids, with amusement park next door. Car is essential, with few food options within a walk. Parking is free. Nearby light rail to Mountain View and downtown San Jose.

Doubletree SJC. By the airport. A few places within walking distance, but very few. Expensive parking. Reasonably close to light rail. Lounge closed several years ago in an odd phased approach (no longer relevant).

Hilton SFO. Another place in an isolated location with slightly cheaper parking. Another standard lounge, like Santa Clara. Also popular for families with kids looking to save a buck. Nothing elegant here, though nice views of bay and runways/approach/depart.

In my stays - again at least 60 nights each, my best upgrades have just been to rooms with a view. (I'm lifetime Diamond.)
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Old May 26, 2019, 8:05 pm
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I always stay at the juniper curio when I can...it can be super cheap on the weekends and upgrades to a bigger king room or even 1BR happen every now and then.
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Old May 27, 2019, 2:23 am
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Thank you esp to @JammingJay and @365RoadWarrior for the detailed info.
I had booked Hilton Santa Clara based on it being the cheapest for my dates, along with it having the lounge.
(not a fan of EL overrun with rowdy kids, however)

I will have to keep an eye on the Curio for their rates. It's currently running ~$30+tax higher per night than Hilton SC, which translates to being over $100 more for the 3 nights. If the price gap narrows, I'll try to jump on it based on the feedbacks here.
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Old Aug 6, 2019, 5:03 am
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Hi,

Flying into SJC and need to over night nearby, as I am picking up a hire car from the airport the next morning.

Not that bothered where we stay, as long as it is within say a 10 USD uber ride.

We really need to be able to have dinner, either in the hotel, or somewhere nearby.

Rates look insane everywhere for a midweek night in February, so I assume that there is something going on.

Which is the best Hilton that meets the above criteria? (or other Hotel chain? I just have Diamond in Hilton, but also would look at anywhere else that meets what I need).

Thanks
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Old Nov 13, 2019, 11:47 am
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Trying to decide between a few hotels, Marriott and Hilton properties, apologies for cross-post in two forums. Going this weekend Sat - Mon to see the Harry Potter play at the Curran on Sunday. Arrive late afternoon Sat, depart early morn Mon.

Currently hilton gold based on CC status, will not climb to Diamond so don't need stay for anything

Considerations:
- Parc 55 - total price $305
-Hilton San Fran Union Square - total price $305
-San Fran Marriott Marquis - total price $406
-Park Central - total price $368


For my location, all seem to be essentially the same area and I don't think that is going to make a huge difference. We don't have plans for Sat night yet, Sunday morning we will BART to Berkeley to get breakfast at a favorite cafe of ours, then back into the city for the play all afternoon/night. We fly in and out of SFO and will BART between them. Will likely be leaving hotel around 6AM Monday morning.

I am Marriott Plat but don't think I will really utilize breakfast benefits there, so only real selling point is all day lounge access at Marriott Marquis. I have read through threads on the two hilton options and both seem fine - given same price, I think I am leaning towards Parc 55, but looking for any recent thoughts on one over the other, and if you have experience with either of the Marriott, would you pay $70-100 extra to go there instead?

I should have posted sooner because my cancellation deadline is tonight... Thanks!
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