Monte Cristo Bed & Breakfast

Company Information: Old world bed and breakfast. Established around 1875. Complimentary breakfast, daily housekeeping, free wifi, fresh sheets, new beds.

Categories: Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels & Motels

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   User Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

   a Yahoo! Local User

   10/11/2006

   modest accomodations: This B&B was unique for travel in 2006. The owners were very nice and helpful with information about the city. The only thing I felt a little uncomfortable about was that every time I returned in the evening, the owner would come out and make sure I locked the door properly. I felt a little like I had a "dorm mother". The room was very small and had none of the usual amenities such as a coffee maker (which was sorely missed on a business trip). There was also no thermostat in our room, so I had to go out and buy my own fan as I found it a bit stuffy. The setting was nice, I would describe it best as eclectic. The breakfast was continental style with fancy plates and napkins. There was lots of fruit, cereal, breads, homemade jam (yummy) and the regular array of breakfast drinks. Overall, for the price we paid, I thought it was a great deal. The rooms were clean and the place had a homey feel to it. We did get "shushed" from a nearby guest who didn't like our late night talking so beware that the walls were paper thin. Overall, I thought it was a great place to stay, I felt safe there, and I didn't worry about leaving expensive belongings behind in the room. I would recommend it to my friends and family with the understanding that it may not be for everyone. If I return to SanFrancisco, I would stay there again.

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   User Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

   a Yahoo! Local User

   12/25/2005

   A great value: Charming Victorian building with colorful history. The owners were friendly and had great recommendations for places to eat. Breakfast was plentiful and fresh every morning. A hidden gem in San Francisco - well worth the price.

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   User Rating: 2 out of 5 stars

   a Yahoo! Local User

   08/01/2005

   No phone, no pool, no pets...: and if that doesn't deter you, no clock, no cable TV, no bathtub, street parking, and for 3 days running, the maid removed our shampoo and conditioner from the shower and discarded the full containers, never to be seen again. If you plan to be spending any time in your room, take a good book, because there is no entertainment here.

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