I am planning a trip to san francisco in late feb. I need suggestions for hotels, what to see, and restaurants?
Q. I am planning a trip to san francisco in late feb. I was thinking about staying in union square. Does anyone have any suggestions for hotels in union square. What should I except for weather in the last week of feb. What are some must see things to see and do? Any good restaurant suggestions? Is there any area of SF that I should avoid due to bad area? Thanks for all your help.
A. Union Square is a great area to stay lots of great hotels/restaurants and public transportation.
US Hotels I like - boutique and smaller properties.
The Rex
Galleria Park
The Maxwell
Hotel Adagio
Restaurants in or near US but don't miss North Beach and Chinatown. For some other recommendations check out the resolved questions on YA SF dining out boards
Millennium â in the Savoy Hotel 580 Geary - vegan food that will amaze even confirmed carnivores
Farallon â 450 Post- Seafood served in an amazing underwater garden setting
E&O Trading Post â 314 Sutter â Asian Fusion â Indian Thai and Chinese dishes
Scalaâs Bistro â In the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Powell at Sutter â Creative upscale Italian food served in a bustling, warm environment.
Le Central on Bush between Grant and Kearny bistro style restaurant that welcomes SF political elite. Great food, good service.
Just off of Bush between Grant and Kearny is Claude Ally home to Cafe Claude. Traditional french style food at reasonable prices. Quite possibly the best Creme Brulee I've ever had.
A block down Bush at Beldin alley between Kearny and Montgomery is Beldin Ally home to Plouf another of The City's most recommended French restaurants.
Max's in Hotel Frank on Geary and Mason great food, huge portions, casual.
Mel's Drive In at 5th and Mission a 1950's diner. Juke boxes at your table
Lori's Dinner at Powell and Sutter, another 1950's diner, this one has a vintage car in the restaurant.
And here is My Must Do San Francisco
1. Ride a Cable Car, the only moving historical landmark in the world. Stop off at the Cable Car Barn at Washington and Mason to get a full understanding of this unique form of transportation. Riding the Powell Hyde line will allow you to see Lombard Street the famous crooked street.
2. Visit Alcatraz, this former prison is the most popular destination in San Francisco. The bay cruise to and from the island will give you the opportunity to see the skyline from the water a unique perspective. It is wise to purchase tickets before you arrive as tours are often sold out http://www.alcatrazcruises.com
3. Visit Coit Tower, Beautiful murals inside, impressive bay view from the tower or Pioneer Park at the base. Then descend Telegraph hill via the Filbert Steps on the east side of the park for a unique view of how folks on Telegraph Hill live, more beautiful bay views and the chance to hear and see the famous Parrots of Telegraph Hill.
4. Golden Gate Bridge, not just a feat of engineering, this 1.7 mile span offers incredible views of The City, the bay and the Pacific ocean. Be sure to visit Ft. Point under the bridge for a different view of this San Francisco Icon.
5. Explore Golden Gate Park, this large urban park can consume a whole day. The Japanese Tea Garden, California Academy of Science, the DeYoung Art Muesum, the Arboretum, Bison Paddock, and Paddle boats are all worth a look and watch the sun go down over the Pacific over a drink or dinner at the Beach Chalet.
6. Chinatown, the most densely populated portion of San Francisco offers an abundance of shopping, food and unique architecture found outside of Asia. The best place to buy souvenirs to take home to friends and family.
7. North Beach, traditionally the Italian section of the city which has no beach but abounds in quaint shops, great restaurants and The Cityâs best coffee options.
8. Civic Center, the largest collection of Beaux Arts buildings in the US. Home to San Francisco City Hall, with a dome larger than the US Capital, the Asian Art Museum and the Modern San Francisco Library with its San Francisco History Room housing an eclectic collection of city artifacts and photographs.
9. Yerba Buena Gardens, this urban park is located near the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of The African Diaspora, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, the contemporary Jewish Museum, and the Metreon, it will keep you entertained for hours.
10. Twin Peaks, see The City and the bay spread out at your feet. Especially captivating at night when the lights seem to go on for ever.
US Hotels I like - boutique and smaller properties.
The Rex
Galleria Park
The Maxwell
Hotel Adagio
Restaurants in or near US but don't miss North Beach and Chinatown. For some other recommendations check out the resolved questions on YA SF dining out boards
Millennium â in the Savoy Hotel 580 Geary - vegan food that will amaze even confirmed carnivores
Farallon â 450 Post- Seafood served in an amazing underwater garden setting
E&O Trading Post â 314 Sutter â Asian Fusion â Indian Thai and Chinese dishes
Scalaâs Bistro â In the Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Powell at Sutter â Creative upscale Italian food served in a bustling, warm environment.
Le Central on Bush between Grant and Kearny bistro style restaurant that welcomes SF political elite. Great food, good service.
Just off of Bush between Grant and Kearny is Claude Ally home to Cafe Claude. Traditional french style food at reasonable prices. Quite possibly the best Creme Brulee I've ever had.
A block down Bush at Beldin alley between Kearny and Montgomery is Beldin Ally home to Plouf another of The City's most recommended French restaurants.
Max's in Hotel Frank on Geary and Mason great food, huge portions, casual.
Mel's Drive In at 5th and Mission a 1950's diner. Juke boxes at your table
Lori's Dinner at Powell and Sutter, another 1950's diner, this one has a vintage car in the restaurant.
And here is My Must Do San Francisco
1. Ride a Cable Car, the only moving historical landmark in the world. Stop off at the Cable Car Barn at Washington and Mason to get a full understanding of this unique form of transportation. Riding the Powell Hyde line will allow you to see Lombard Street the famous crooked street.
2. Visit Alcatraz, this former prison is the most popular destination in San Francisco. The bay cruise to and from the island will give you the opportunity to see the skyline from the water a unique perspective. It is wise to purchase tickets before you arrive as tours are often sold out http://www.alcatrazcruises.com
3. Visit Coit Tower, Beautiful murals inside, impressive bay view from the tower or Pioneer Park at the base. Then descend Telegraph hill via the Filbert Steps on the east side of the park for a unique view of how folks on Telegraph Hill live, more beautiful bay views and the chance to hear and see the famous Parrots of Telegraph Hill.
4. Golden Gate Bridge, not just a feat of engineering, this 1.7 mile span offers incredible views of The City, the bay and the Pacific ocean. Be sure to visit Ft. Point under the bridge for a different view of this San Francisco Icon.
5. Explore Golden Gate Park, this large urban park can consume a whole day. The Japanese Tea Garden, California Academy of Science, the DeYoung Art Muesum, the Arboretum, Bison Paddock, and Paddle boats are all worth a look and watch the sun go down over the Pacific over a drink or dinner at the Beach Chalet.
6. Chinatown, the most densely populated portion of San Francisco offers an abundance of shopping, food and unique architecture found outside of Asia. The best place to buy souvenirs to take home to friends and family.
7. North Beach, traditionally the Italian section of the city which has no beach but abounds in quaint shops, great restaurants and The Cityâs best coffee options.
8. Civic Center, the largest collection of Beaux Arts buildings in the US. Home to San Francisco City Hall, with a dome larger than the US Capital, the Asian Art Museum and the Modern San Francisco Library with its San Francisco History Room housing an eclectic collection of city artifacts and photographs.
9. Yerba Buena Gardens, this urban park is located near the Museum of Modern Art, the Museum of The African Diaspora, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, the contemporary Jewish Museum, and the Metreon, it will keep you entertained for hours.
10. Twin Peaks, see The City and the bay spread out at your feet. Especially captivating at night when the lights seem to go on for ever.
What are the best hotels/hostels in NYC to stay in that are cheap but still clean and safe?
Q. I'm a student on a fixed income and I'm spending 3 nights in New York City in a couple of weeks. I'm open to some opinions because I don't have a lot to spend on a hotel. Thanks.
A. I stayed here ALL the time when I was in college (over 12 times) until I moved here after!
Prime location (1 block from Central Park, about 6 from Times Square)! Rooms are not beautiful but clean and nice and the best part is the BEST pizza in NYC is located right downstairs from the hotel! I still go there to eat!
They do not advertise because it is so low in price, but give them a call, you won't be sorry! Their prices have not went up in 10 years! Falls between $89 to $128 a night INCLUDING tax!!! And it has Wi-Fi!
Park Savoy Hotel
Tel: (212) 245-5755
Fax: (212) 765-0668
Email: parksavoy@aol.com
Prime location (1 block from Central Park, about 6 from Times Square)! Rooms are not beautiful but clean and nice and the best part is the BEST pizza in NYC is located right downstairs from the hotel! I still go there to eat!
They do not advertise because it is so low in price, but give them a call, you won't be sorry! Their prices have not went up in 10 years! Falls between $89 to $128 a night INCLUDING tax!!! And it has Wi-Fi!
Park Savoy Hotel
Tel: (212) 245-5755
Fax: (212) 765-0668
Email: parksavoy@aol.com
Are there any hotels in Washington DC that have an in-room jacuzzi that wont cost me an arm and a leg?
Q. We are going to DC for our honeymoon in March and would like to stay in a hotel with as much comfort as possible for as reasonably priced as possible. We would prefer one with a jacuzzi in the room. Any suggestions?
A. Seriously? DC is not Vegas and just doesn't do the jacuzzi in the room thing...sorry. The Benz and Bimmer crowd doesn't go in for that. How do I know? I used to work in hospitality in the city and most hotels removed them (those that had them) back in the 90s as they added to the maintenance cost of the rooms. There are about 10 hotels left in the city who have them and you will spend a minimum of $300 a night (if you catch a special) for that amenity. Any idea of the trouble that goes into disinfecting one of those (in room) to health standards for hotels? That is why many have the ones out near the pools where they are a lot easier to maintain along with the pools. Savoy Suites has about the cheapest rooms in the city that have in room jacuzzis.
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