daffyd Posted April 26, 2007 Report Share Posted April 26, 2007 Hello,We have an unexpected two night stopover in San Francisco during August.I've seen the activities thread below which already gives me a few ideas but I have no idea which areas are worth considering for accommodation. We won't have a car (no parking needed but close to public transport would be useful), don't need anything especially luxurious and would prefer somewhere likely to have two beds (even a rollaway second).Is it worth bidding/risking Priceline/Hotwire? I've only had good experiences with Priceline to date but don't know what the market is like in SF. Is August likely to be a difficult month?Thanks for any advice,David. Link to comment
blindman Posted April 27, 2007 Report Share Posted April 27, 2007 What's your budget and minimum * level? Link to comment
daffyd Posted April 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2007 2 star or more would be fine if the location was convenient to public transport.We'd definitely prefer somewhere that is likely to be able to offer two beds.Ideally $80 or less per night.Any starting ideas would be greatly appreciated.Thanks,David. Link to comment
blindman Posted April 27, 2007 Report Share Posted April 27, 2007 Have a look at the MAPS section to see what recent or past win have been for various areas.Also a good place to start for reviews of hotels.Thereuare is away on vacation, if you don't get a (good) answer then bump the post in a few days. Link to comment
daffyd Posted April 27, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2007 Thanks.Am I right in thinking SF is relatively mild? How important is Air Conditioning likely to be in San Francisco in summer?Regards,David. Link to comment
Wally Posted April 28, 2007 Report Share Posted April 28, 2007 Since you have such a clear preference for two beds I don't think you should use Priceline for this. Too much chance of getting a room with one bed, especially Downtown, which is where most tourists prefer to stay. Look at Hotwire. Even if your party is is only two, enter your party as "3 adults". Hotwire will only show you options with two beds then. Do you see anything interesting on Hotwire for your dates? Link to comment
daffyd Posted April 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Hotwire is not looking hugely impressive - probably due to the popular time of year?A couple of non-oblique options with safe-sounding reviews I've found so far at the top end of my price-range:Grant Plaza: $84 per night with 2 bedsHalcyon: $89 per night with 2 bedsThe only cheaper option on hotwire is " 1-star hotel in Nob Hill Area" for $63 per night. Nothing in their 'packages' this low star to compare to.Am I likely to find anything better or cheaper?Thanks for the advice so far.Regards,David. Link to comment
Wally Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 I wouldn't risk a Hotwire 1* on Nob Hill. I think you're taking the right approach----reading reviews and booking a room with two beds conventionally. I'm not familiar with the Grant Plaza or Halcyon, so can't comment. Link to comment
daffyd Posted May 2, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 On a whim, I bid $80 tonight for a 4* USEGot the "can immediately rebid" for $22 more message.Rebid at $88 (added Cathedral Hill) and got it!Marriott San Francisco DowntownUnion Square East - Embarcadero55 Fourth Street They have rooms with 2 double beds so that should be perfect (but I'll call them to ask for one).Location is more towards downtown it looks like from the map but still close to the action.Regards,David. Link to comment
thereuare Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 Congratulations on your win... looks like a very nice deal!Glad to hear that you're happy with the results and that it should work out well for your needs. Let su know how everything ultimately works out with the two bed situation.Thanks for posting to the board and enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
Wally Posted May 2, 2007 Report Share Posted May 2, 2007 For someone taking BART from the Airport the Marriott is one of the most convenient hotels you could have won. It's just a block from the Powell Street BART station. Good that you won't have a car as the Marriott's parking charge is now $50/night! :) Good luck with the two beds. Link to comment
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