Abigail Hotel, San Francisco

Advantages: Fantastic spec, high class hotel with excellent service
Disadvantages: Ever so slightly out of the way

...The Hotel Nikko was one of the best I have visited in the US. We relocated to the Nikko, because our original hotel was right next to a tramline on a busy street and they were very unhelpful when we asked to move room. The contrast when we moved to the Nikko couldn't have been greater. It was like an oasis of calm in the middle of frenetic San Francisco. The staff were friendly and courteous and we spent a few very enjoyable days in and around San Francisco in the knowledge that we were coming back to a sanctuary every evening. Our room was excellent. It was beautifully decorated with an oriental touch. I think the hotel is Japanese owned, which would explain the decor. In addition, our room had great views over the city, even though the location is quite low down on the skyline. The only tiny drawback was that the location... Read review

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Advantages: Friendly, Cosmopolitan, Varied
Disadvantages: Can't think of any

...My wife to be and I were going to get married in Hawaii and decided to go to Los Angeles and Las Vegas beforehand. Our friends told us Los Angeles was not that nice and we should try San Francisco. We were so glad we followed their advice. San Francisco is a very warm and inviting city. You never seem to get that edgy feeling that can be felt in some big American cities. San Francisco is so cosmopolitan you could wear anything down the street and noone would look twice. The hotels all seem to be quite tidy and friendly. The pubs and clubs are superb and the eating is out of this world, especially if you like your seafood. The attractions are varied and on the whole very enjoyable. Alcatraz, or The Rock, as it's known, was interesting and awesome to see close up. Pier 39 was a normal touristy trap with the San Fran seals... Read review

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Advantages: Beautiful city
Disadvantages: Far away

...San Francisco is located on the West coast of the USA so it is quite far away. If you are planning to visit Hawaii it would make a great stop over to split the travel up and to help you catch up with your jet lag. San Francisco must be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is vibrant and of course has lots of great sites to see. I am sure it is easy to fall in love with such as city. It is a favorite with Chinese with a large Chinese community, hence the name Golden Gate Bridge. The rolling hills offer breath taking views as well as great fun. Don't forget to jump on a tram when you are there, miss it and you will truely regret it. The problem is that it is about 10 hours back in time, jet lag can be a problem. Hotels are not cheap nor are flights. Always a good place to visit when you are in California. Try www... Read review

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