The Andrews looks quaint and like a boutique hotel from the outside. The inside is quite different. I am used to staying in older San Francisco hotels, so I know the rooms can be small and sometimes a little funky, but this place gave us the creeps. I will say that it was clean, but the beds were SO uncomfortable. We could feel the springs in the bed. The guy at the front desk was a little unwelcoming. They had a nice little continental breakfast, so for that and the fact that the room was clean, I gave it a two rating instead of one, but I won't be staying here again, ever.

First visit to SF. Hotel was good value with helpful staff especially with arranging trips,shuttle etc. Particularly liked complimentary breakfast - and glass of wine! Room adequate and more character than bigger chains. Would visit again

The Andrews is just two blocks from Union Square (uphill, though), so location is not a problem. Haven't had issues with the size of the room (a bit small sized, but not tiny). Staff was ok but not particularly friendly. Breakfast included is also a plus, even though lacks variety.

Lack of A/C wasn't a problem as well. Room was very clean, no complaints about that. Only problem we had was related to street noise at night.

I'd surely be back if on a budget.

The wife and I stayed at this hotel in August 2012. We really enjoyed our stay while we were here. The building itself was erected in 1905 (obviously remodeled since) which gives it some of that historic charm. The hotel is clean and our rooms were cleaned everyday. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the fact that our continental breakfast was served on our floor so it was a quick walk to grab my coffee, fruit and pastry and back to my room.

The location is about 2 blocks from Powell street and 6 blocks from some good shopping and the BART/metro.