I was in San Francisco in November 2011 and we chose Rex mainly due to the reviews on tripadvisor and its central location. The hotel is right in a not so loud part of the center on the foot of Nob Hill, minutes from Union Square and next to the cable lines. So public transport is not needed for visiting... More

Just spent 2 nights there. Great, central location within easy walking distance to excellent shopping, Chinatown, the piers, etc. They really take advantage of the age of the hotel with a cozy "library" feel in the reception and dining/lounge areas. People of all ages and pairings quietly enjoyed the cloistered early evening wine offering. My room was small, but very... More

This is a different hotel to most chain styles. It has its own unique and quirky style but certainly doesn't lack sophistication. The rooms are generous and welcoming. The staff are the drawcard for all the Joie de Vivre Hotels and the Hotel Rex staff are no exception. They greeted us warmly and gave us touring suggestions that were appropriate... More

This was our third time to stay at the Rex, and we've enjoyed it each time. We purposefully seek out boutique-style hotels rather than the chains. Rex has so much character and is so charming! The building is old - which we enjoy - but well kept. We are always sure to stay over on a Friday night so that... More

A really comfortable place to base your weekend in SF. A bit artsy and oozes character - subtly. The rooms at the back are really quiet day or night. But you're still two short blocks from Union Square. Reasonably small hotel; the staff are courteous and helpful. We had dinner Friday night in the hotel bar - The Library. There... More

Booked through Jetsetter so value was great. Had a suite. Very spacious and comfortable. Almost like going back in time. Great location for Union Square. Only reason for less than perfect is because of some loud clanging noise through out the night. More

We stayed at this hotel in December for a wedding and it was my favorite place I've stayed in San Francisco in probably 10 years. The building (and the hotel) is older; as can be heard by the neighbors flushing their toilets or turning on their sinks. There is so much charm at this hotel from the rooms to the... More

I have stayed several times at the Rex this year, and it has become my hotel of choice in San Francisco. It is a wonderful boutique well-located in the heart of San Francisco. The interiors are lovely, tastefully designed in the theme of literary San Francisco. There chic but comfortable chairs in the Library Bar/lobby with wonderful coffee table books... More

Hotel Rex is one of those great finds--a charming, comfortable hotel in downtown San Francisco. Rhenna at the Front Desk had an amazing memory regarding the guests. And she never seemed to tire of answering their questions. She's a great asset to the hotel. More