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Book NowSan Francisco Map: Villa FlorenceVilla Florence Frommer's Very Highly Recommended

Address
225 Powell St
Location Between Geary and O'Farrell Sts, Union Square
Transportation Bus: 2, 3, 4, 30, 38, or 45. Cable car: Powell-Hyde or Powell-Mason line (direct stop)
Phone 866/823-4669, 415/397-7700
Fax 415/397-1006
Web site www.villaflorence.com
Room Information 182 units
Prices $110-$219 double; $249-$299 studio suites. Rates include evening wine
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, ceiling fan, flatscreen TV w/pay movies, CD player, fridge, hair dryer, minibar, free Wi-Fi
Parking Valet parking $40, plus an extra $10-$15 per day for oversize vehicles and SUVs

Frommer's Review

Located 1/2 block south of Union Square, fronting the Powell Street cable car line, this seven-story hotel is in one of the liveliest sections of the city (no need to drive, 'cause you're already here). The Villa Florence provides guests a taste of contemporary Italian decor with cherrywood furniture, plantation shutters, windows that actually open, and perks such as flatscreen TVs with DVD players and CD players. In late 2008, a major remodel was completed, which translated to an upgrade in amenities for all rooms and suites. You'll like the large, comfortable beds draped in down comforters with FeatherBorne Bed dressings, as well as such luxury touches as L'Occitane bath products and Frette bathrobes. The hotel's ground-floor restaurant, Kuleto's, is one of downtown's most bustling and stylish Italian restaurants. That and Bar Norcini wine bar help make the hotel a worthy contender among Union Square's boutique inns -- as if the location alone weren't reason enough to book a room. Note: A complete interior/exterior remodel was completed in October 2008.

Facilities:
Babysitting on request; concierge; business center; access to nearby health club ($15/day); massage; secretarial services

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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