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The Stratford

2.0 of 5
242 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Ranked #72 of 242 hotels in San Francisco
4.0 of 5 stars 494 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Cable car(21)
  • Union square(20)
  • Very clean(10)
  • Powell street(9)
  • Rooms are small(7)
  • Great location(7)
  • Would definitely stay(6)
  • Bart station(4)
  • Friendly and helpful(4)
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prozerran
Perth, Australia
Top Contributor
65 reviews
16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012 NEW

3 nights standard room $80/night Pros - Location is great. Right in the heart of the union square region. 5min walk to BART Powell station and Market St. - Complementary continental breakfast Cons - Right on the main street Powell. Can be a little noisy with the cable cars at night. However our room 406 was surprisingly quiet. - Small... More

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21lisas
Denver, Colorado
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

A clean hotel at a budget price a block or so from Union Square. Like every place I've stayed in San Francisco, there is street noise. As others have mentioned, the rooms are small (but are you coming to San Francisco to hang out in the room?). Expect to wait for the elevator at prime times. More

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Flick21
Launceston
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

The Statford is a fantastic hotel right in the heart of everything. Very close to transport (although we did have a hire car, we decided to use public transport during our stay) which took you to all the touristy places San Fran has to offer. Rooms are small, but very tidy and if you're doing a lot of sightseeing who... More

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AlisonPiero
Santa Clara, California
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

This has to be the cutest hotel right in the heart of Union Square. We stayed here for one night just because we really enjoy San Francisco during the holidays. Folks were very friendly, even allowed us to have our bags held while we shopped. Small room, but hey for the price it cant be beat. This place will always... More

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di73
scotland
Senior Contributor
27 reviews
39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
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This hotel couldnt be in a better location, just round the corner from Union Square, cable cars right outside with shops, bars and restaurants all around. Directly across the street is the Gold Dust lounge, with live music and drink promotions from 5pm till 8.30pm (glass of champagne $3) Well worth a visit after a days sightseeing or shopping! We... More

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Fmiri
Florianopolis, SC
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15 reviews
18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

Just beside Union Square. The cable car stop is in front of the hotel. The rooms are small but cozy. Bathroom is simple but functional. We've heard complains regarding the noise in the rooms that face the street. We didn't have this problem. There is a small safe in the reception that could be useful. The breakfast is very simple... More

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JustJulie58
Manila, Philippines
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3 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

My daughter booked me in Stratford over the holidays from December 16 to 25. I love the place. The size of the room, the bathroom amenities and location were just perfect for me! Imagine going down the lobby, opening the door and seeing the lovely and inviting shops to your right and to your left... What more can one ask... More

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vynnp
Bakersfield, California
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Have stayed in many "boutique" hotels in the Union Square area and this was by far one of the nicest. Staff was very friendly and helpful from the minute we arrived. Elevator is old and a little slow, but that is a minor inconvenience you have to endure in these smaller hotels. The location was absolutely perfect for a group... More

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Stephen D
Wicklow, Ireland
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14 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

We stayed here for 10 nights in mid December. Rooms were very small but clean. Location couldn't have been better...Union Square is about 30 seconds away....cable car stop the same! Staff were friendly and helpful (booking shuttle bus, information about restaurants etc.). We will definitely stay here again!! :o) More

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LDTEAM
London
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

We stayed at the hotel Stratford for 10 nights and would highly recommend the hotel, it was an excellent location and brilliant transport links to the city. It was our first time in San Francisco and was easily able to get around the city from the hotel. Breakfast was served daily and although it didn't offer a cooked breakfast option,... More

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