Beresford Arms Hotel

This was a return visit, our first being very nice. And comfortable. However, our room this time was a fraction of the size of the one on our first visit and the smallest we have ever seen qualifying as a hotel room. The bed was exceedingly uncomfortable and the furnishings very weathered, looking like the room had not been refurbished in decades. What a disappointment! Add to that the $24/day valet fee for parking our car, we will look for a better deal next time.

Overall we enjoyed this hotel. The location was good, easy walking from Union Square and plenty good eating places right across the street as well as a friendly laundrette and mini market. We had a junior suite on the 8th floor which was comfortable, cozy and clean. Perhaps an upgrade of carpet and bed covers would make it feel newer and not so dated but apart from that no complaints. Staff helpful when asked. Nice touch was the breakfast and especially the complimentary cheese and wine betwen 430 and 530pm daily in the lobby. Would recommend as good base for touring San Francisco for 3-4 days. M and K, Scotland.

Our suites had two double beds and included a desk, bath with jacuzzi, bidet, and double sinks. Kitchen was included with a small table with two chairs. (full oven, microwave, refrigerator). One of our suites had two comfy chairs near the window with a coffee table in between, while the other had a table with two chairs. The neighborhood has nearby grocery and convenience stores along with restaurants. Two blocks away from a variety of car rental shops. One drawback was that the weekend evenings had club/bar music going to about midnight, and then rowdy crowds that go about 'til 1 a.m. This might be minimized by which side of the hotel you're on, but you might ask at the hotel desk. (this will probably mean trading a view for quiet) Breakfast with pastries, fruit, and good coffee and tea are matched with wine, cheese, and snacks at the end of the day. Large comfortable lounge on the first floor includes two computer stations with printing. Free wi-fi in rooms may be a little spotty, but it generally got the job done. They did provide a portable crib which appeared new and clean.

Friendly and helpful staff, a few blocks from the cable car and all the sights! Would definately return

Excellent large room, great location and value. The continental breakfast in the morning was a very nice touch. Would definitely return.

Pros: Nice staff, great location, very clean and the afternoon wine and cheese was a nice addition. Cons: Older building, thin walls, radiator noises.

Loved the hotel and would definitely stay at the Beresford again. Great location - 2 1/2 blocks from Union Square - close to the metro bus lines and cable car routes and china town. The continental breakfast had nice fresh fruit, muffins,pastries, etc. The staff was very helpful, kind, and accommodating. Great historic feel. We had a great time.

i would recommend this place, nothing fancy but good location to downtown.

I enjoyed the hotel that we had. It was a good location. It had more amenities for a lower price vs. other hotels. However, we did not have cable TV in the room which would have been nice. The TV remote was not working as well.

The hotel's great location near Union Square makes it a wonderful place to stay, but in addition, the friendly staff, eclectic clientiele, and great amenities make it super! I've stayed there 4 out of the last 5 years and would definitely return.