It is at the top of a very steep hill so if walking be aware

Central location near the cable car worked well They also received an Amazon delivery for us before we arrived

Stayed in August 2025

The owner was lovely; some of her staff could be a little more friendly.

Great rooms with everything you need.

Stayed in August 2025

Felt a little musty and old. But maybe that is the charm? It didn't affect my stay at all, but was just an observance.

Easy to find, easy to check in. Was upgraded to a suite which was nice.

Stayed in August 2025

It was spacious with everything you needed in the kitchenette. Even though it was on the cable car line it was very quiet. We loved the access to cable cars and other transportation. Also close to Chinatown, North Beach and Union Square.

Stayed in August 2025

No AC Temperatures are generally cool in sfo but after walking outside in the heat of the day - a little ac would have been nice But for the most part did not need ac

Felt like home Kitchen Plenty of room Even a cozy relaxing chair Close to everything

Stayed in August 2025

Front desk open 24 hours, staff very helpful. Location was perfect! Right at the top of California street and a close walk to union square, Chinatown, Nob Hill/Russian hill and North beach. Kitchen facilities were perfect for what I wanted and outside space was lovely.

Stayed in July 2025

Excellent location. Helpful/friendly staff. Nicely furnished rooms.

Stayed in July 2025

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Location, apartment

Stayed in July 2025

Due to it being an old building, insulation was not great and we could hear people watching tv and talking in the room next door and the people Above us walking around. But no traffic noise on our end pf the building .

Excellent location, very spaciouy

Stayed in July 2025

The building was beautifully appointed with vintage furniture and felt like a home. The kitchen had everything we needed to make meals. The location was perfect for walking around San Francisco (as long as you can walk up/down hills!), but it was also close to transit options. Tram stop was right outside the building!

Stayed in June 2025

Little outdated interior and no fresh air in the room even with the windows open. Also for the two days we were staying, there was a sewer smell in the lobby of the hotel- but not the room.

Location was really central and using the tram was extra easy to go around. The bathroom was freshly renovated and had an extra clean feel of it which we liked the most.

Stayed in June 2025

I just couldn't get that coffee machine to work in the room. Otherwise, no issues.

Loved the powell place! So unique and cozy in the middle of the city. Felt like a historic slice in the middle of a busy city. The reception area was beautiful, and my room was large and everything you need.

Stayed in May 2025

The only negative was that there was no washing machine in the apartment. But the was a laundry about a 10 minute walk away.

The pleasant and helpful staff: The 24/7 doorman: access to the premises was via a security buzzer via the doorman. Walking distance to most activities: and the cable car right out the front door. The rooms were very well appointed and quiet 🤫.

Stayed in June 2025

Only one key to each room

Location! Staff were helpful and the historic building, 24 hr reception

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

In city center, near cable car. Nice large room, sweet people.

Stayed in May 2025

The place is on the older/dated side and it shows on the appliance and the room. There was also the key surrender thing, just not used to it but they give a key with a hefty key holder to ensure it gets surrendered every time I got out. Definitely not something I was used (key surrender) but hey, there is staff in the desk 24/7 so also not a big problem to me.

Enjoyed the location of it, right near the streetcar stop. It also has good walking access to the usual tourist spots like Chinatown and Union Square is right down the hill (a very steep one though so be prepared). Plus, I did not notice it in the booking but the room was well equipped for longer stay. It had a big fridge, microwave and stove IIRC? Handy for longer stays. Plus, the staff were quite nice and friendly. After my long flight, I was happy to know they can accommodate an early check in for me.

Stayed in May 2025

Very good room. Spacious, good kitchen with facilities (although we didn't use it), comfortable bed and the room was quiet. Good shower. Excellent location, close to bars, restaurants and shops.

Stayed in May 2025

Great location. Room had everything you could need for a trip to the city. good home base for trips around the bay.

Stayed in April 2025

Only improvement would be an elevator for reaching upper floors

Fantastic location , super clean , very helpful Reception staff ( thanks especially to Alice) , very comfortable and well equipped studio.

Stayed in April 2025

Softer mattress!

Great location. Staff helpful and friendly. Cute place to stay, very homely!

Stayed in April 2025

Parking is hard and/or expensive

Perfect location and comfortable rooms

Stayed in April 2025

Excellent place, newly renovated room

Stayed in April 2025

No elevator.

Stayed in March 2025

I found some hair in the bathroom that must have been missed by the cleaning staff, but wasn't a big deal. The valet parking took longer than expected.

Wonderful location in the heart of San Francisco. It's like going back in time. There were no odd smells. Checking in and out was a breeze. Easy to get to Chinatown for dim sum.

Stayed in March 2025