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Hotel Drisco: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
2901 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Seattle, Washington
1 review
“Charming Hotel with Excellent Staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

We had a lovely time here and we treated exceptionally by the staff, even our 18 month old twins were so welcome. They had two cribs waiting in the room for us with the softest teddy bears ever! The wine reception was excellent, great wine choices and we learned a lot from the Sommelier. Comfortable room, Great location to getting everywhere and awesome breakfast. We had just a regular room but our friends had a suite and it was gorgeous and roomy. Highly recommend!

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DriscoManager, General Manager at Hotel Drisco, responded to this review
February 8, 2013
Dear Guest,

Those teddies really are great, aren't they? All out little ones can look forward to receiving one when they come to stay with us. I will be sure to convey your sentiments to all the staff here. Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review!

Kind Regards,

John Spear
General Manager
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San Diego, California
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Awesome”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 24, 2013

Spent our wedding anniversary here and all we can say is AWESOME! The location is amazing, breakfast was delicious, and our one bedroom suite was to die for. Staff was attentive but not intrusive. We are planning on coming back for our next anniversary.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DriscoManager, General Manager at Hotel Drisco, responded to this review
February 8, 2013
Dear Guest,

Thank you for your lovely review. I am so pleased that we were able to make your wedding anniversary special!

Kind Regards,

John Spear
General Manager
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San Francisco Bay Area
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Wedding Night Stay”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 23, 2013

Stayed here a few years ago on our wedding night - were married on the Presidio.

Have to say that the staff was gracious, the room was beautiful, and it was a nice way to cap off a wonderful day. Everything wa done just right. The view from our room was great - but we didn't pay too much attention to it.

Breakfast in the morning was a perfect start to the day before we drove off for our honeymoon.

  • Stayed February 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DriscoManager, General Manager at Hotel Drisco, responded to this review
January 24, 2013
Dear Guest,

If you stayed with us on your wedding night a few years ago then I think it might be time for a return trip for your anniversary! Please feel free to reach out to me so that we can arrange something special for you!

Kind Regards,

John Spear
General Manager
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LA
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Perfection”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

With its perfect location, wonderful staff and charming building, the Drisco has been our home away from home for almost a decade.
Besides being tucked away on a gorgeous corner of Pacific Heights with a view of Alcatraz and the bay, and an accommodating staff who exhibits attention to detail and superiority in customer service, the Drisco has an amazing European style breakfast.
The rooms are lovely and well appointed but beyond the basics of the hotel's beauty, the staff will move your car if you're in danger of a parking ticket due to street cleaning. They will remember what kind of chocolate you like or which room you prefer and what newspaper you read.
In short, a stay at the Drisco is priceless. The only thing rivaling the stunning architecture of the Victorian mansions of Pacific Heights is the top drawer service and old time attention to detail of the Drisco's staff, it's service rarely seen in today's busy world and we cherish each and every visit there.

Room Tip: I could never pick one room over another, they are all wonderful.
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  • Stayed November 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DriscoManager, General Manager at Hotel Drisco, responded to this review
January 24, 2013
Dear Guest,

Thanks very much for your kind review, and for your continued loyalty to us! We especially love our repeat guests -- both those that have stayed with us before and those that will be repeat guests but just don't realize it yet!

Kind Regards,

John Spear
General Manager
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Ridgewood, New Jersey
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Wonderful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

We stayed here after a Yosemite Park experience with our 16-year-old and 24-year-old during the month of August. We got a 2-bedroom suite, and it was all-around a heavenly experience. The neighborhood is wonderful, the hotel itself is elegant but not ostentatious, the breakfast was beautifully presented and reminiscent of a European breakfast, the linens, furnishings, and quiet were just what we needed after hiking Yosemite. A sophisticated way to experience the lovely Pacific Heights area of San Francisco and to relax quietly in a big city. Service was impeccable.
Kudos to the Hotel Drisco. We'll be back.

Room Tip: If you have a family, go for the 2-bedroom suite. It is worth it!
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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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DriscoManager, General Manager at Hotel Drisco, responded to this review
January 24, 2013
Dear Guest,

I am so pleased that we were able to serve as a welcome respite after what must have been an exhilarating experience in Yosemite.

I agree with you that our two-bedroom two-bathroom suites are one of the best values in the City of San Francisco for families. These guestrooms are really more like spacious apartments (without the kitchens) and comparable rooms at larger five-star hotels are not simply more expensive, they can cost several times the price!

Thank you for your review!

Kind Regards,

John Spear
General Manager
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Also Known As:
Drisco Hotel San Francisco
Drisco San Francisco
Address: 2901 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94115
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Region: United States > California > San Francisco
Amenities:
Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Family Hotels in San Francisco
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#2 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco
#7 Onsen Hotels in San Francisco
Price Range: $$$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Hotel Drisco, constructed in 1903, blends traditional elegance with the convenience, comfort, and amenities of a world-class modern hotel. Our warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere, and impeccable service are designed to please business and leisure travelers alike. Our complimentary services include a gourmet continental breakfast, evening wine reception, chauffeured sedan service to several popular San Francisco locations and complimentary high-speed Internet access. ... more   less 
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