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181 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 (South Beach)
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2013
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Paris, France
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16 reviews 16 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Nice design hotel, great food at the bar.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2013

The stay was excellent and the staff helpful. With a very young concept (W concept), the design was beautiful but the rooms were a little too small (corner room). Also, the room was not totally clean when we came in - we had potato chips on the carpet and hair on the vanity top (Problem solved a few minutes later by the cleaners . However, the hotel is really in the city center and easy to get around walking (Union square, Market, etc).

Room Tip: the "corner rooms" offers the best view.
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Claudia N, Executive Assistant to the General Manager at W San Francisco, responded to this review
March 27, 2013
Hi Rafael D,
We really appreciate you taking the time to write a review on your recent stay at the W. It's so wonderful to hear that you have found most things to be up to your expectations - from our staff helpfulness to our spectacular views and the modern urban designs. We are looking forward to welcoming you back and we promise next time your room will be impeccable! Also, for more space, try reserving one of our Fantastic or Extreme Wow Suites - they offer the most space and they have the most fabulous views!
Best,
Claudia Nuta
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Dallas, Texas
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 9, 2013 via mobile

If you've never stayed at a W, you are in for a possible surprise. I don't mind the W Hotels but my parents would hate it. The lobby/bar area becomes a "night club" at night. They had a dj and such. Doesn't bother me and ever though its loud, you cannot hear it in your room. That's nice.

Service was polite and helpful. The rooms were comfortable yet trendy. We had a corner room and the view was amazing. Quiet too and no street noise.

Not far from the financial district. A walk to the trolley and there are taxis everywhere so that's helpful. I would stay again.

Stayed February 2013, traveled on business
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Brad_Wulff, Guest Relations Manager at W San Francisco, responded to this review
February 18, 2013
Thank you for posting a review of your recent stay with us in San Francisco!
Our Living Room Bar is definitely a prime spot to grab a drink, especially on weekends. It is great to hear that you would return, I know we are looking forward to it.

Have a great day,

Brad
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“Modern and friendly”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2013

I spent 4 nights in W Hotel, which is situated almost in the center of San Francisco, CA. First impression was very good - personnel was friendly and smilling and the decor was tasteful and inspiring. Standard rooms with tv, bar and clean bathroom are also a big plus. The best was the view of the downtown and the Bay you could watch day and night sitting on large windowsill. Food served in restaurant was delicious and portions were big enough.

Room Tip: Rooms on the downtown-side of the building, the higher the better.
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  • Stayed August 2012, traveled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Brad_Wulff, Guest Relations Manager at W San Francisco, responded to this review
February 18, 2013
Hello, and thank you for staying with us for four nights! It sounds like you had a great visit, and we hope to welcome you back next time.

TRACE, our farm to table restaurant, is definitely a guest favorite, and I am pleased to see you had the chance to dine there. We are currently featured local Rooftop Honey straight from our beehives on the roof, and I hope you had the chance to try some!

Thank you again,
Brad W
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77 reviews 77 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
“Excellent site for Moscone Center Conferences”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2013

Still one of the best if you need to be near the Moscone Center. The rooms are very well designed, internet access is free, the staff are exceptionally helpful and there are always taxis available. This is also as close to the Moscone Center as it gets. Rates may vary depending on the conference arrangements.

  • Stayed February 2013, traveled on business
    • 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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Brad_Wulff, Guest Relations Manager at W San Francisco, responded to this review
February 18, 2013
Thanks for the kind review! We do see a ton of conference guests at W San Francisco, and I am glad you enjoyed your time with us!

With our location right across the street from Moscone, it is very convenient for guests to walk over. I hope we can welcome you back for a leisure trip at some point in the future as well!

Sincerely,
Brad W
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Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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“I long to go back...”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2013

This was a return visit to W San Francisco. The first stay was in 2000... The first stay in 2000 was great. I was not disappointed this time either.

The location is great in the Financial District South. I got a great room on the 30th floor view of MOMA.

It's a design hotel, with a nice reception, lobby, bar etc. The room are great etc. But the best thing as at other W's is the bed. Can it be better beds? I don't think so.

The restaurant is good, and you have several options in walking distance.

The only negative thing - why do I need to pay for internet connection in the room but not in the lobby and restaurant?

Room Tip: High floor.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Claudia N, Executive Assistant to the General Manager at W San Francisco, responded to this review
March 27, 2013
Hi PEI - Sweden,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our property on TripAdvisor. I am very pleased to hear that you had a good time with us and that you have enjoyed everything from our convenient location to our room decor and the delicious food we serve at Trace. I'm sorry to know that you were inconvenienced by our in-room internet fee - please feel free to contact me directly next time you visit and I will make sure we make it up to you. I'd also like to mention that we have recently updated our comfortable beds with even more comfortable mattresses so we are looking forward to welcome you back!
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Claudia Nuta
claudia.nuta@whotels.com
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Also Known As:
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Address: 181 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Region: United States > California > San Francisco > South Beach
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
In the heart of the SoMa district, and neighbors with the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, W San Francisco faces the beautiful Yerba Buena gardens and is a short walk to Union Square's shops. ... more   less 
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