I have friends who are staying at the Sir Francis Drake this November. They want us to stay there for a night or two, though I have seen mixed reviews on this property. Has anyone stayed there since they finished their renovations in March 07? Also, if you have any recommendations within a block or two in the same price range ($150.- or less), that would be great. Thanks!

This hotel is now a Kimpton - we love Kimpton hotels. And, there were some very good rates on Quikbook for June, so recommend checking.

that is the high rent district hotel-wise. $150 anywhere around Union Square is pretty good. I haven't stayed there in a long time - but w/ the recent renovations I can't imagine what the concerns might be.

Hi trippinkpj, you might want to check out the Villa Florence which is just a few doors south of Union Sq. It was a Kimpton Hotel but Kimpton recently sold it. I haven't stayed there since Kimpton sold it to an investment group in Marin but I have talked to Anna Jones of the Villa Florence and she said "everything is still the same". I have always liked this hotel and of course the location.

Hi trippinkpj

I was at the Sir Francis Drake for four nights end of June 2007, 3 weeks before that it was four nights at the Crowne Plaza across the street 3 weeks before that was the old Ramada down by the civic center. I rate the Sir Francis Drake at the top, rooms were a little small but I was just sleeping there. If I was going to stay for fun I would go back to the Sir Francis Drake.

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We actually have the "Sir" for $125.- a night plus tax and parking. I think we'll stick with it. Thanks all!

Wow LoveItaly. I checked Villa Florence and they have a $113.- AAA rate (plus tax and parking) for my dates! They are now part of Larkspur Hotels. My DD stayed at one of their Marin props and really liked it.

Another rec for the Villa Florence, although we, too, stayed there before the sale, when it was a Kimpton. Loved the wine in the afternoons, great location, comfy bed and very clean room. And lordy, we payed more than $113!!

It's amazing NewB! I have been watching their rates for a few years and it's never been that low.

My friend just stayed at the Sir Frances Drake last weekend. She said it was nice. You are getting great prices for both the Drake and Villa Florence.

It's true, at thise prices, I think you'll be overjoyed with the VF. (Can't speak about the SFD, haven't stayed there.)

Hi there tippinkpj, let us know how you like the Villa Florence. BTW, I only eat two meals a day and consequently I have always loved the breakfast at Kuleto's which is attached to the Villa Florence. Their hosted wine hour is always nice too.