A Great Stay in a Great City
This was our second stay at the Parc 55. It is much-improved after the renovation. The lobby, restaurant and other public areas are stylish. The room was large and comfortable, with a great view to the north and west, including the Transamerica tower. The location is excellent, one block from the Powell BART / Muni station, two blocks from Union Square, surrounded by restaurants and shopping. Given the recent concern over bed-bugs in several US cities, we checked the bed carefully and found nothing. Wireless internet was available but cost $14/day, so if you have a 3G USB stick it will save you some money. Our only complaints are 4 minor annoyances that may have been the result of incomplete detailing after the renovation: 1) the TV cable box didn't work and required 4 technician visits to troubleshoot (ask for Allen to go straight to the best); 2) the bathroom door didn't close properly; 3) the alarm clock had no battery backup and had to be reset at least daily; and 4) one of the bedside lamps was not plugged in, and the nearest receptacle was inaccessible.