The Westin St. Francis

09/16/06

Great location

by eminamy at Citysearch

Good location but a bit dated. If you like modern or newly decorated hotels, then this is not for you. The hotel has a very friendly vibe, with the turn of the century style. You can almost picture people used to come to the front of the hotel with horse carriages. Unfortunately, it also smells like it's from the turn of the century and scared my husband a bit. We stayed there for a birthday getaway for my hubby and tried Michael Mina which was simply amazing!!! If you make reservation for dinner at Michael Mina, you must reserve a room because by the end of the meal, you just want to roll upstairs because you can't do anything else!!!

• Pros: Good location, great restaurant in the hotel!!!
• Cons: Dated hotel

02/27/06

Business Traveler satisfied

by caitinthecity at Citysearch

I've stayed here a few times on business. The rooms in the tower building are what you expect of a Westin: modern, large and nicely furnished. The rooms in the main building are old, small and very unappealing. The biggest plus of the tower building is that the rooms don't have doors to adjoining rooms making them very quiet and peaceful for a business trip. The internet and the gym were very extra and pretty expensive. The hotel was always crowded with tourists. With all the choices, you can find a better hotel in Union Square.

• Pros: good location, tower building room, very nice
• Cons: expensive extras, main building room

09/08/02

Christmas Cheer!

by susanmortenson at Citysearch

I know, Christmas was nearly one year ago. However, I believe better late than never. I stayed at the St. Francis during Christmas 2001 with my beloved German Shepherd dog, Samson. Not only was Samson popular with the other guests, the hotel staff was kind to him.

I must mention the new beds. I slept in the lap of absolute luxury during my four-night stay. In addition, the staff was efficient, attentive, and pleasant. My only complaint is to the parking garage. The staff kept me waiting for my car for more than 30 minutes when I attempted to check out. I would have been left waiting indefinitely, but had the temerity to ask what was taking so long. They were unaware that I needed service. Hopefully, the wrinkles have been pressed out. Overall, my stay was such a memorable and pleasant experience, I plan to return Christmas 2002.

• Pros: Lovely, lovely beds, great housekeeping, allows pets
• Cons: Inattentive garage