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Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Good
On-Site Dining:	Good
Facility Quality:	Excellent
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Quality of Service:	Excellent

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Reviewed by T K. of sonoma, ca USA on Apr-2008 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2008 I thought it was great here. The building is old, so the walls are thin...it's fine. The rooms have a great feel (even ours with a crummy view haha). The staff were absolutely impeccable. The Saha food was great, the RESTAURANT staff was less than stellar (rude/short/curt). I was pleased with the Hotel Carlton and totally would stay there again.
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Recommended For:	Business Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Dan B. of on Feb-2008 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2008 The hotel was fine for a business traveler that just needs a place to sleep. Located in a lousy neighborhood. Was told by staff it was 6 blocks to Union Square, and very walkable. More like 16 blocks and only walkable if you feel like taking your life in your hands.
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Recommended For:	Business

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Reviewed by Cindy C. of Glen Burnie, MD USA on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 You've got to walk or use public transport (nice buses $1.50 for half a day) to get to "touristy" places from this hotel. If you're willing to do that, the Carlton is excellent in several ways: quiet, free wi-fi, great shower, great beds, very clean and fresh smelling room, helpful and friendly staff. Good restaurant on site with great breakfast choices. It's not swanky or beautiful but it's attractive, functional, and comfortable.
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Recommended For:	Families Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by janine j. of l.a, ca usa on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 the carlton was beyond my expectations; the staff was helpful and friendly,the room was cozy and cute, the restaurant saha was excellent, wine hour was great, and the location was perfect. i would stay here again without hesitation!
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Recommended For:	Business Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by d. e. of malibu of ca on Jul-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jun-2007 I am a SF native and returned to town to stay at this property. The walls were paper thin, the bed was a mess - very uncomfortable and the artwork on the walls was satanic (no joke! devil picture hanging over our bed!). TERRIBLE experience. This place is completely AWEFUL!
Pros:	nothing
Cons:	everything
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Reviewed by Heather and Amber R. of Knoxville and Honolulu of on Jun-2007 Stayed at the Property - May-2007 My sister and I stayed for 2 nights/3 days. The rooms were very clean and cozy, bathroom bright with fat towels and lovely soaps. The staff was AWESOME (love u)! Saha's food was verry yummy, and the wine each night a treat! We walked all over the area and had a blast. We would definately stay again.
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Recommended For:	Honeymoon/Romance Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Feb-2008 - A Place to Sleep

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Bad
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Quality of Service:	Average

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Reviewed by Dan B. of on Feb-2008 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2008 The hotel was fine for a business traveler that just needs a place to sleep. Located in a lousy neighborhood. Was told by staff it was 6 blocks to Union Square, and very walkable. More like 16 blocks and only walkable if you feel like taking your life in your hands.
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Recommended For:	Business

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Reviewed by Cindy C. of Glen Burnie, MD USA on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 You've got to walk or use public transport (nice buses $1.50 for half a day) to get to "touristy" places from this hotel. If you're willing to do that, the Carlton is excellent in several ways: quiet, free wi-fi, great shower, great beds, very clean and fresh smelling room, helpful and friendly staff. Good restaurant on site with great breakfast choices. It's not swanky or beautiful but it's attractive, functional, and comfortable.
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Recommended For:	Families Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by janine j. of l.a, ca usa on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 the carlton was beyond my expectations; the staff was helpful and friendly,the room was cozy and cute, the restaurant saha was excellent, wine hour was great, and the location was perfect. i would stay here again without hesitation!
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Recommended For:	Business Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by d. e. of malibu of ca on Jul-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jun-2007 I am a SF native and returned to town to stay at this property. The walls were paper thin, the bed was a mess - very uncomfortable and the artwork on the walls was satanic (no joke! devil picture hanging over our bed!). TERRIBLE experience. This place is completely AWEFUL!
Pros:	nothing
Cons:	everything
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Heather and Amber R. of Knoxville and Honolulu of on Jun-2007 Stayed at the Property - May-2007 My sister and I stayed for 2 nights/3 days. The rooms were very clean and cozy, bathroom bright with fat towels and lovely soaps. The staff was AWESOME (love u)! Saha's food was verry yummy, and the wine each night a treat! We walked all over the area and had a blast. We would definately stay again.
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Recommended For:	Honeymoon/Romance Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Jan-2008 - excellent downtown hotel out of the mainstream

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Excellent
On-Site Dining:	Good
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Quality of Service:	Excellent

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Reviewed by Cindy C. of Glen Burnie, MD USA on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 You've got to walk or use public transport (nice buses $1.50 for half a day) to get to "touristy" places from this hotel. If you're willing to do that, the Carlton is excellent in several ways: quiet, free wi-fi, great shower, great beds, very clean and fresh smelling room, helpful and friendly staff. Good restaurant on site with great breakfast choices. It's not swanky or beautiful but it's attractive, functional, and comfortable.
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Cons:
Recommended For:	Families Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by janine j. of l.a, ca usa on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 the carlton was beyond my expectations; the staff was helpful and friendly,the room was cozy and cute, the restaurant saha was excellent, wine hour was great, and the location was perfect. i would stay here again without hesitation!
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Cons:
Recommended For:	Business Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by d. e. of malibu of ca on Jul-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jun-2007 I am a SF native and returned to town to stay at this property. The walls were paper thin, the bed was a mess - very uncomfortable and the artwork on the walls was satanic (no joke! devil picture hanging over our bed!). TERRIBLE experience. This place is completely AWEFUL!
Pros:	nothing
Cons:	everything
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Heather and Amber R. of Knoxville and Honolulu of on Jun-2007 Stayed at the Property - May-2007 My sister and I stayed for 2 nights/3 days. The rooms were very clean and cozy, bathroom bright with fat towels and lovely soaps. The staff was AWESOME (love u)! Saha's food was verry yummy, and the wine each night a treat! We walked all over the area and had a blast. We would definately stay again.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:	Honeymoon/Romance Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Cons:
Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Jan-2008 - great experience

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Average
On-Site Dining:	Good
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Quality of Service:	Excellent

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Reviewed by janine j. of l.a, ca usa on Jan-2008 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2008 the carlton was beyond my expectations; the staff was helpful and friendly,the room was cozy and cute, the restaurant saha was excellent, wine hour was great, and the location was perfect. i would stay here again without hesitation!
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Recommended For:	Business Students Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by d. e. of malibu of ca on Jul-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jun-2007 I am a SF native and returned to town to stay at this property. The walls were paper thin, the bed was a mess - very uncomfortable and the artwork on the walls was satanic (no joke! devil picture hanging over our bed!). TERRIBLE experience. This place is completely AWEFUL!
Pros:	nothing
Cons:	everything
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Reviewed by Heather and Amber R. of Knoxville and Honolulu of on Jun-2007 Stayed at the Property - May-2007 My sister and I stayed for 2 nights/3 days. The rooms were very clean and cozy, bathroom bright with fat towels and lovely soaps. The staff was AWESOME (love u)! Saha's food was verry yummy, and the wine each night a treat! We walked all over the area and had a blast. We would definately stay again.
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Recommended For:	Honeymoon/Romance Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
Recommended For:

Jun-2007 - DO NOT STAY HERE!

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Terrible
On-Site Dining:
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Activities:
Entertainment:	Terrible
Quality of Service:	Average

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Reviewed by d. e. of malibu of ca on Jul-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jun-2007 I am a SF native and returned to town to stay at this property. The walls were paper thin, the bed was a mess - very uncomfortable and the artwork on the walls was satanic (no joke! devil picture hanging over our bed!). TERRIBLE experience. This place is completely AWEFUL!
Pros:	nothing
Cons:	everything
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Reviewed by Heather and Amber R. of Knoxville and Honolulu of on Jun-2007 Stayed at the Property - May-2007 My sister and I stayed for 2 nights/3 days. The rooms were very clean and cozy, bathroom bright with fat towels and lovely soaps. The staff was AWESOME (love u)! Saha's food was verry yummy, and the wine each night a treat! We walked all over the area and had a blast. We would definately stay again.
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Recommended For:	Honeymoon/Romance Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Cons:
Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
Recommended For:

May-2007 - What a Great Hotel!

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Excellent
On-Site Dining:	Good
Facility Quality:	Average
Activities:	Average
Entertainment:	Average
Quality of Service:	Excellent

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Reviewed by Heather and Amber R. of Knoxville and Honolulu of on Jun-2007 Stayed at the Property - May-2007 My sister and I stayed for 2 nights/3 days. The rooms were very clean and cozy, bathroom bright with fat towels and lovely soaps. The staff was AWESOME (love u)! Saha's food was verry yummy, and the wine each night a treat! We walked all over the area and had a blast. We would definately stay again.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:	Honeymoon/Romance Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Cons:
Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Apr-2007 - Price, Location, Cleanliness

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Reviewed by Carol B. of La Mesa of CA United States on May-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 The Carlton Hotel on Sutter Street is close to Union Square and the theater district. It is a small,charming, hotel with small but nicely decorated rooms, upgraded bathrooms, great beds and linens, and an extremely friendly and efficient staff. We were very pleased with our stay and would all (3 ladies on a road trip) stay there again.
Pros:	price
Cons:	noise-proofing
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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Apr-2007 - Great Little Hotel

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Reviewed by M. D. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 When I booked this I realized that it was not a high dollar San Fran Hotel, but it had everything I needed for a business trip. The staff was very helpful, rooms were clean and unique, it was easy to to and from downtown, and wireless was free and worked. I will stay here again.
Pros:	Value & Location
Cons:	Elevator
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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Apr-2007 - Nice Surprise

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Reviewed by Lois F. of on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Apr-2007 I would recommend the Hotel Carton. It was clean, tastefully decorated and close to a main bus line. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Very good for the money.
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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Mar-2007 - Cruising at the Carlton

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Reviewed by Juan C. of Santa Barbarfa of CA USA on Apr-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 This was a great place to stay. As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly hotel staff. Around 5 they had a wonderful wine hour in the lobby, where guests can socialize and relax. The hotel is in easy walking distance of restaurants and cafes, Union Square, China Town, and even the Wharf if you are so inclined. Nites are pretty quiet for a city hotel and the accommodations are very homey. One of our favorite places in SF.
Pros:	Location, cleanliness, and friendly service
Cons:	one of the elevators was under repair
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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
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Cons:
Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
Recommended For:

Mar-2007 - Good Hotel, Good Price

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Good
On-Site Dining:	Average
Facility Quality:	Good
Activities:
Entertainment:
Quality of Service:	Excellent

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Reviewed by S F. of Minneapolis of MN U.S on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 We arrived late and were greeted by very friendly staff. We asked for restaurant recommendations and they called ahead for us to make sure the restaurant would be open when we arrived. The staff is very knowledgeable and willing to help. The hotel 15 minutes walk from Union Square. The room looked like the photos, but a bit smaller than expected, but we were very comfortable. If you want a clean, pretty quiet, friendly, and nicely decorated hotel with good service stay here. Comfortable pillows and bed. Wine tasting each evening was nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:	Students Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
Recommended For:

Mar-2007 - Nothing like the pics.

Satisfaction Ratings
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Entertainment:
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Reviewed by Benjamin P. of los angeles of ca United States on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 I was really excited to stay at the carlton after viewing the pictures of the room(s) we were going to be staying in. After checking we marched up to our room to encounter a really tiny room which looked nothing at all as pictured on this site. The room described two full beds and we got two twins which was not very ideal. Which was the "superior room" good thing we didnt get a regular room i wonder how much smaller that would of been.
Pros:	Great Lobby
Cons:	Faster Elevators
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
Recommended For:

Mar-2007 - Would stay again.

Satisfaction Ratings
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On-Site Dining:
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Activities:
Entertainment:
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Reviewed by Betsy M. of IN USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Mar-2007 Nice, could have been bigger (bf didn't fit in shower very well - he's 6'1", 140lbs). Staff were excellent; extremely helpful! Price reasonable. Wine tasting every night a big plus -wish it was longer than 1/2 hour - never made it due to all the sightseeing. Worst = thin walls: heard loud talking, people doing "other things".Luckily we were out alot sightseeing. Never had trouble falling asleep b/c of noise. ALL of hotel was very decorative/unique. Recycling can in room + organic soap! =) Would stay again for the price. Not recommended for larger people or whole families.
Pros:	the staff!
Cons:	needs more space and thicker walls!
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
Recommended For:

Feb-2007 - Awesome!

Satisfaction Ratings
Room Quality:	Good
On-Site Dining:
Facility Quality:	Excellent
Activities:
Entertainment:
Quality of Service:	Excellent

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Reviewed by Maria T. of Dallas of Tx US on Feb-2007 Stayed at the Property - Feb-2007 I was a little skeptical before booking this hotel but I am sure glad I did. The staff was extremely helpful. The lobby is really comfortable & turned out to be a hang out spot for the guests. The decor is very nice in the lobby & throughout the rest of the hotel, including the elevator! You can hear the noise from the street, otherwise, this was a great hotel. Very clean, convenient.You get more than what you pay for. Tip: Be prepared to pay for parking, if you park across the street, the parking attendant will make a deal with you. I stayed 5 days and paid $80.00.
Pros:	Staff and Decor
Cons:	sound proofing rooms
Recommended For:	Families Honeymoon/Romance Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
Pros:
Cons:
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
Recommended For:

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Jan-2007 - Oasis

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Reviewed by Davyd S. of San Jose of CA USA on Mar-2007 Stayed at the Property - Jan-2007 The lobby and rooms look EXACTLY like the picture--Lovely. The bath was remodeled and almost brand new. Towels and toiletries were very good quality. The walk-in closet was HUGE. No air conditioner but in SF you rarely need it. I used public transportation and had no trouble during regular business hours. Union Square is farther away than you might imagine--use a cab. The hotel is surrounded by almost nothing of interest, so plan to venture out by cab or MUNI. I will gleefully stay here again.
Pros:	Decor
Cons:	Switchboard Operator
Recommended For:	Families Business Students Seniors Active/Adventure Couples Singles

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Nov-2006 - too noisy!!!

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Reviewed by Paula T. of of AZ on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I travel a lot and this was the most noisy hotel I've ever stayed in. Between the nut yelling every morning at 3am, garbage trucks at 4am, party people all night long, paper thin walls, maid service vaccuming at 7am, when does anyone get to sleep? Will NEVER stay here again!!!!! One plus-nice staff.
Pros:	staff
Cons:	noise reduction
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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Nov-2006 - clean, comfy, and convenient

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Reviewed by deborah s. of los angeles of ca 90026 on Nov-2006 Stayed at the Property - Nov-2006 I've stayed in SF at least a dozen times, and the Carlton is the best experience I've had. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast in hotel restaurant. Convenient location. Don't understand those who plan a trip to bustling SF and then complain about street noise in their hotel. If you want peace and quiet, book a b&b in the countryside...or wear earplugs!
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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Oct-2006 - International Flair

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Reviewed by Kathryn H. of on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 Exceptional staff, friendly guests from around the world, clean and well maintained facilities; I can't praise the Carlton Hotel enough. It is easily the best mid-range hotel I have ever visited.
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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Oct-2006 - Great Stay

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Reviewed by Chris c. of spring hill of fl on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 This was my frist time in San Fran and the staff at the Carlton was outstanding. Very clean room , good food in the dining room and i asked the staff if i could buy a bottle of wine that i had sampled and they gave it to me for FREE !!!!! WOW what a deal!!! If you plan on staying in San Fran stay here this place is the bomb. Good location.
Pros:	clean friendly
Cons:	outside noise
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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Oct-2006 - Great place to stay!

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Reviewed by Amy S. of of SD on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The Carlton was perfect for us. It is well within walking distance of Union Square and plenty of places to eat and shop. I never felt unsafe walking in the area. The staff is extremely helpful. The room was great. The only thing that I would skip would be the hotel restaurant. The service was not good, the food was bland. I would recommend many other options in the area before choosing that one. There is an excellent little Mediterranean place called the Persimmon on Sutter that had great food. We ate there three times for breakfast and dinner!
Pros:	rooms and service
Cons:	hotel restaurant
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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Oct-2006 - Better than home!

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Reviewed by Rossana L. of Tucson of Az United States on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Oct-2006 The "other" Carlton more than exceeded our expectations. The price was right, the rooms were comfy and although not the roomiest, certainly clean and accomadating. The staff, (especially Theo) was courteous, friendly, knowledgable and helpful. They knew exactly what bus to take, to get us to the Giants game...with no transfers!The area can be a bit shady at night, but it certainly made for lots of laughs! Close to transportation, resturants, bars, shops and convinience stores. There are hotels closer to Union square, but not at this price and with this great staff!
Pros:	staff
Cons:	computer station
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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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Sep-2006 - Good value

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Reviewed by Eric T. of Seattle of WA USA on Oct-2006 Stayed at the Property - Sep-2006 Excellent, central location; convenient to public transportaion, restaurants, and shops. Clean, comfortable room.; reasonably quiet. No ammenities (pool, exercise, jacuzzi), but excellent value for downtown SF. Don't rely on front desk for restaurant recommendations
Pros:	comfortable room/central location
Cons:	restaurant advice at the desk
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