Powell Hotel

The hotel was in a great location but has two major flaws: 1. The valet service barely works and it makes check-in a lengthy procedure. 2. It is dirty and old. With regard to item 1, they need a full-time valet, particularly when it's check-in or check-out time. There are loads of cars, no where to leave them, and it took us about 45 minutes before we were actually able to get to our room. As far as item 2 is concerned, there's really no excuse. It's dingy, dirty (hair on the floor, dust on the dresser, rings around the sink & tub), and the bathroom was old and in need of repair. The faucets did not work properly, the shower had no water pressure, and it's aesthetic reminded me of a cheap motel with hourly rates somewhere off the beaten path in Nebraska. Hardly what I expected. I'll definitely not stay here again.

This hotel is literally on top of the powell street Cable Car stop and is within walking distance of everything in Union Square. Room was on the smaller side, but had everything you would ever need!

I was in town for a conference and didn't want to stay at one of the official hotels, because they were expensive and charged extra for things like wi-fi. The Powell Hotel is by no means posh, but it had free internet, breakfast, and weekday happy hour (quite a surprise), and it's literally steps away from the BART station. It's just what I was looking for.

Due to my friends ilness I was alone for this trip to San Francisco but The Powell Hotel made my visit easy. I was able to check in early and the room though small was perfectly adequte with modern bathroom fittings. It's an older hotel and hallways were dated. Staff were friendly and very helpful, especially John at the front desk. The location is fabulous and the coffee and pastries breakfast along with the happy hour on the mezzanine floor gave me oppertunity to meet and chat with other guests. It's not a 5 star hotel but it is excellent value and a great launching pad for your San Francisco visit.

I had a difficult time finding a good value to stay in SF near Union Square and scoured all the web pages looking for a place with relatively good reviews. I had not stayed here before and my first several choices were all sold out. I wanted to find reasonable parking too although the parking here was no bargain. I was looking for an inclusive parking package to no avail. The Powell was however very decent, clean, comfortable and quiet. The street was not sketchy as is the case in some locations. It was directly in front of the cable car terminal and round table at the base of Powell and across the street from the higher priced Parc 55 Hotel. The staff was helpful and friendly and the rooms were very comfortable and contemporary. I would recommend this hotel and return myself.

The Powell Hotel is in one of the older San Francisco buildings and is located in the heart of "downtown." For those reasons, it is a comfortable stay but not outstanding in modern amenities or decor. (The elevator is slow, but the Internet is fast. The plumbing is old, but the television fare is up to date.) The Powell is also convenient to everything and everywhere. Just outside its doors is a cable car turnaround. Stops for city buses, streetcars, and rapid transit are just yards away on Market Street. And Union Square, the start of several tour buses, is only a couple blocks away.

This hotel is right next to the cable car line, which makes it rather convenient! only issue is they will not call a cab for you, however there are many on market which is just down the street.

We went there for 3 nights, in a renovated room (well, renovated, but 20 years ago...). The room was cold and noisy. The staff is not especially friendly or helpful.

Location was perfect. Right downtown and within walking distance from AT&T Stadium. Hotel was very nice and not cramped. This was much nicer than other places I have stayed in San Francisco. I will definitely think of this hotel for future trips.

Excellent location. So handy to the shops, Cable Car, Street Cars and Union Square. Great having a coffee machine but we would have liked an electric jug to make a cup of tea. Quiet room, good facilities and we eventually learned to use the tv remote! We will recommend this hotel and we will return again.