€138.37 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in 27 May 2013 Check-out 28 May 2013

Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

3 stars
562 Sutter St., San Francisco, CA 94102
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
68 reviews
Great Location to everywhere you want to reach in SF

It is very cool location, you can reach Chinatown, piers, union square by foot. Great...I have a... See full review

  • Tomato Franco
  • 12 Feb 2013
A pleasant experience

Very nice hotel. Very good restaurant. Conveniently located in downtown. See full review

  • UUUUU
  • 30 Mar 2013
Hip happenings in 1920s salon style hotel
 

Drawing on the literary and artistic past of San Francisco, the Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel takes its name from local poet Kenneth Rexroth, and his artist wife Andree Dutcher provided the inspiration for the new Californian/French fusion bistro Cafe Andree. Recently renovated, this cozy and original hotel blends elements of Provencal style with the feel of an authentic 1920s salon, and hosts jazz nights and literary events. Valet parking is available at Hotel Rex and pets are allowed (fees apply).

3 Reasons To Stay:

  • Hosts regular cultural events
  • Bang in the heart of vibrant shopping district
  • Features paintings and murals by local artisans and a stunning collection of antique books and exotic objets d'art
Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Rooms
 

Seven floors and 94 guest rooms serve the Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel. The building itself is charming and further enhanced by its French inspired decor. Continuing the idiosyncratic house style, the bedrooms are in a striking but tasteful palette of ochre, burnt orange and burgundy, maintaining the Provencal theme, and checked or striped bedding and wall coverings. Individual objects crafted and hand-painted by local artists adorn the rooms. Rooms include beds that have pillow top mattresses, minibars, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries all provided, alongside cable television and pay-per-view movies. Smoking and nonsmoking rooms are available, and following the million-dollar renovation of Hotel Rex, they now provide wireless Internet access (free in communal areas).

Things To Do:

  • Union Square (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Yerba Buena Gardens (0.8 mi/1.2 km)
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (1 mi/1.5 km)
Policies and fees

  • Wireless Internet access (fees apply)
  • Pets allowed (fees apply)

This is not a comprehensive list of fees. Any amounts listed above may not include taxes and are subject to change.

Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Rooms

Standard Queen
Each guest room is decorated with custom wall coverings, fresh fabrics, hand-painted lampshades and the work of local artisans. They include new pillow top mattresses, a two-line cordless phone with voicemail, dataport, cable TV, pay-per-view movies, CD player, honor bar, mini-refrigerator, writing desk, bathrobe, iron and board, electronic lock. ADA compliant and non-smoking rooms are available upon request.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • Airport shuttle
General
Concierge
Pets allowed
Activities
Health club
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business centre
Conference facilities
Internet
Wireless internet
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

37.7894 -122.4098
Area served
San Francisco, CA
Nearby airports
SFO, OAK, SJC
Area description
The Hotel Rex is located in the heart of the theater district and one block away from Union Square, the center of the City's shopping district. The hotel is walking distance to Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Tiffany, Nordstrom, several other fashionable boutiques, art galleries, Moscone Convention Center, Yerba Buena Gardens and the Museum of Modern Art. The Powell Street Cable Car line is one block away and travels to Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown and North Beach.

Nearby points of interest

  • Kertesz Gallery: 0.1 km
  • Union Square: 0.3 km
  • Grace Cathedral: 0.4 km
  • Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.5 km
  • Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.5 km
  • Cable Car Museum: 0.6 km
  • Don Soker Gallery: 0.7 km
  • St Patrick's Church: 0.7 km
  • Nob Hill: 0.8 km
  • Cartoon Art Museum: 0.8 km
  • Chinatown: 0.9 km
  • Transamerica Pyramid: 0.9 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.9 km
  • Moscone Center: 1 km
  • 871 Fine Arts: 1 km
  • Kertesz Gallery: 0.1 km
  • Union Square: 0.3 km
  • Grace Cathedral: 0.4 km
  • Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.5 km
  • Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.5 km
  • Cable Car Museum: 0.6 km
  • Don Soker Gallery: 0.7 km
  • St Patrick's Church: 0.7 km
  • Nob Hill: 0.8 km
  • Cartoon Art Museum: 0.8 km
  • Chinatown: 0.9 km
  • Transamerica Pyramid: 0.9 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.9 km
  • Moscone Center: 1 km
  • 871 Fine Arts: 1 km
  • Octagon House: 1.1 km
  • Civic Centre: 1.2 km
  • SoMa: 1.3 km
  • Haas Lilienthal House: 1.4 km
  • San Francisco City Hall: 1.4 km
  • Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption: 1.5 km
  • Coit Tower: 1.5 km
  • Ferry Building: 1.6 km
  • Lafayette Park: 1.6 km
  • San Francisco Symphony: 1.6 km
  • Konko Church of San Francisco: 1.7 km
  • Pioneer's Monument: 1.7 km
  • Japantown: 1.8 km
  • Japan Center: 1.9 km
  • ATT Park: 1.9 km
  • Lombard Street: 1.9 km
  • Port of San Francisco: 2 km
  • Underwater World: 2.1 km
  • Aquarium of the Bay: 2.1 km
  • Ghirardelli Square: 2.1 km
  • Wax Museum Entertainment Complex: 2.1 km
  • Pier 39: 2.1 km
  • San Francisco Experience: 2.1 km
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum: 2.1 km
  • Wyland Gallery: 2.2 km
  • Hyde Street Pier: 2.3 km
  • Musee Mecanique: 2.3 km
  • Lands End: 2.9 km
  • Mission Dolores: 3.2 km
  • Mission Delores: 3.2 km

Meeting facilities

Meeting Info
Corporate meetings, wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, showers, brunches, literary events and private parties have all been hosted at the Hotel Rex. With state-of-the-art lighting, the Hotel Rex can create different moods, from professional to intimate and romantic. Three areas are available to host a special event or meeting.

Dining

Cafe Andree
Open for Breakfast, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch.
Lobby Bar
The lobby bar opens nightly at 5pm

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Extra charges may apply for children. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the quoted rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (68)

Ratings and reviews for Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Overall score

4.2 / 5
68 out of 68
Amenities:
3.8
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.6
Value:
4.2

90% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
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1 Nov 2010

Great location, with a well equipped

Great location, with a well equipped room. Very comfortable bed.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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5
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5
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No rating
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5
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4
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Ross
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13 Oct 2010

Staff were very friendly and helpful

Staff were very friendly and helpful and the location was excellent - just adjacent Union Square. Happy hour with free glass of wine for guests was appreciated and the lounge atmosphere was very pleasant. The lounge could have done with some lighting during the day for reading and the cafe attached to the Hotel was only average. Still there were plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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3
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5
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5
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5
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5
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
26 Sep 2010

We really enjoyed our stay. The

We really enjoyed our stay. The room was medium sized but fitted all requirements well. Nice flat screen tv too! The location was fantastic - especially considering the price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
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5
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5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Lynell
Not Provided
22 Jul 2010

Staff very helpful. Nice how

Staff very helpful. Nice how they put on free tea and coffee in the morning from the bar, and a free wine during happy hour. Very nice rooms, plenty of room. Excellent location right in the middle of downtown SF. Will definitely be back

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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5
Room cleanliness:
4
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5
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5
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3
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
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1 Sep 2010

Characterful hotel in an excellent

Characterful hotel in an excellent location. I would definitely use again and highly recommend it. Right on Union Square and a short walk to Chinatown etc.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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No rating
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5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Kym
Not Provided
9 Nov 2010

From the moment we stepped in

From the moment we stepped in to reception we were made to feel very welcome. This property has that "Olde Worlde" charm about it with complimentary coffee in the morning, and wine in the evening happy hour. Location is just great for retail therapy - 5 minutes walk to Department stores about Union Square. Cable car runs right by the hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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No rating
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5
Value:
5
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
James
Not Provided
1 Apr 2009

Excellent somewhat olde worlde

Excellent somewhat olde worlde feel to the hotel; complementary drink hour in lounge area, plus occasional live music, was most enjoyable and really popular with many guests. Breakfast in adjoining Cafe was of high standard.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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No rating
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4
Value:
5
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Elizabeth
Not Provided
13 Jun 2009

This was a very interesting and

This was a very interesting and cosy hotel with great ambience and colour. Older style - love the fire escape ladders on outside - close to Union Sq and good restaurants and shops and Cable Car. Very helpful front desk people,very welcoming. Didn't get to join in for happy hour or try restaurant but looked inviting. Would recommend for short stay as room small.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
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No rating
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5
Value:
5
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
2 Oct 2009

Pleasantly surprised both with

Pleasantly surprised both with the quality and location of the hotel at a realistic price. The free glass of wine between 17.00 and 18.00 is a nice touch after a day exploring San Francisco.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
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No rating
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5
Value:
4
Review of Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

Reviewer score

5
Diana
Not Provided
5 Jul 2009

Perfect location to enjoy San

Perfect location to enjoy San Fran and all its delights. The hotel rooms are on the small side but that it to be expected. Really comfortable beds and nice linen and decor. Highly recommended.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
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