Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

It is very cool location, you can reach Chinatown, piers, union square by foot. Great...I have a very nice 2 days stay here,

The Rex is a somewhat charming older theme hotel in a great San Francisco location. We did not know it at the time but we were completely ripped off by this hotel. We were charged $559/night for a deluxe queen room with an air shaft view that normally rents for $169. It was hrdly deluxe -- so small you could barely unpack or turn around. For $169 it's OK if you like somewhat tired hotels, but not at that kind of premium. We do not patronize any establishment that engages in price gouging so will not be going back at any price.

My husband and I along with our 4 year old stayed here one night. I loved the proximity to Union Square, which is why I picked it, but even better was the extremely friendly and helpful staff. From restaurant recommendations to running up a bucket of ice, they were quick to help out with whatever we needed. The valet service was convenient, although pricey. There is a tax on top of the service, so the actual charge was $45.60. A bit much for one night. The hotel itself is very nice and my husband was pleased, which is important. Overall, a wonderful stay!

I would stay here in a heartbeat due to the staff who from arriving to leaving were unfailingly pleasant and very helpful which was very welcome when being in a strange new city. The hotel is pleasantly funky; the bar serves as the restaurant and the food was quite good. They served guests a glass of complementary wine which was very good. Room was quite comfy. Nicely located on Sutter and Powell so you can easily get on a cable car or walk to Chinatown. Many restaurants and shops nearby. Again, I can't say enough nice things about the staff.

Hotel Rex is a great place to stay if you want to be in the middle of the action. It is close to Union Square, just off the cable car route and near many restaurants. Make sure to get a king size bed, because our queen was small, but it made us feel like we lived there.

Like most downtown hotels the rooms are small but the place has great character. The staff was very helpful and friendly and the location is great. Cablecar stop is right on the corner, BART is a short walk down Powell, and there are multiple ZipCar lots within a few blocks. Library bar is pretty cool and was busy every evening. Plenty of great spots to eat within a few blocks.

I love old, boutique hotels! The Rex is close to Chinatown, the theater, Union Square shopping, the financial district and convention hotels. The staff is friendly, the hotel policies are green and the bar is cozy. Guests receive a complementary glass of wine each evening and a $5 voucher for every day the maids don't have to clean your room. One of my San Francisco favorites.

great location, not at a toursity location but great safe area could walk from there anyplace, or take public transportation. great staff.

We were very happy with our hotel. The staff were fabulous and the location was great! We will definitely go back as San Fran is a great city, with friendly people, lots of energy and tons of things to do. Thank you staff at Hotel Rex for being so friendly and helpful......

We really enjoyed Hotel Rex. The staff were fantastic. Very friendly, helpful and welcoming. The room was small but clean and fairly quiet. The location was awesome! We will be back for sure. Thanks Hotel Rex!