What is the best hotels to stay in during the holiday season?
Q. My husband and I are heading to NYC for the holiday season. We were looking for some hotels that embrace the Christmas spirit either internally or have great views of something Christmasy (ie: Christmas tree, lights, display, skating rink). We tried to look for a place that had views of the Rockefeller Center Tree, but it looks like there is nothing that has this view. Please help! Thank you.
A. These are the nice and cheap hotel to stay in NYC..
= Chelsea Savoy Hotel
One of the best bargains at this well-located Chelsea hotel is the quad room, which accommodates up to four guests for $155-375 a night.
= Colonial House Inn
Courtesy of the Colonial Inn
Housed in an 1850s townhouse, the Colonial House Inn welcomes both gay & straight visitors. Continental breakfast, a rooftop patio and an internet kiosk are available for guest use.
= Cosmopolitan Hotel-Tribeca
All rooms at this downtown New York City hotel offer cable tv and private baths.
= Chelsea Savoy Hotel
One of the best bargains at this well-located Chelsea hotel is the quad room, which accommodates up to four guests for $155-375 a night.
= Colonial House Inn
Courtesy of the Colonial Inn
Housed in an 1850s townhouse, the Colonial House Inn welcomes both gay & straight visitors. Continental breakfast, a rooftop patio and an internet kiosk are available for guest use.
= Cosmopolitan Hotel-Tribeca
All rooms at this downtown New York City hotel offer cable tv and private baths.
What is the poshest hotel in England?
Q. I am looking for a hotel for 12 of us to go to this year. We always go to places like Scarborough or Liverpool and we want to go to a very posh hotel. Any suggestions will be welcomed. Thanks.
A. Right now the hype is on the Dorchester.
The Ritz and the Savoy probably have the best reputation, but they're for old money. If you want to see the richest, most ludicrously wealthy Russian/Arabic billionaires in the world, go to Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park or the Draycott Hotel.
The Ritz and the Savoy probably have the best reputation, but they're for old money. If you want to see the richest, most ludicrously wealthy Russian/Arabic billionaires in the world, go to Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park or the Draycott Hotel.
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.
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