I enjoy the variety of boutique hotels in San Francisco and often like to try ones new to me. This time I needed an overnight stay close enough to let me and my husband walk to The Warfield for a show and not break the bank. The Andrews fit the bill.
Pack earplugs if you need quiet, but coming from someone with sound sensitivity, the noise is worth it for the comfort and convenience that The Andrews offers. Also, if you stay during a heat wave, be forewarned that the hotel does not have AC - only ceiling fans. But thankfully, the weather is usually on the cool side.
Our room on the 7th floor featured a bedroom with closing door, small but clean bathroom, and a tiny parlor in between the two. Hotels in the city are commonly 200 sf or less, so privacy is at a premium. Separation of bed and bath is a particularly nice bonus when you can find it!
The bed was comfortable and there was a sink and mirror in the bedroom which allowed my husband a place to shave while I got ready in the bathroom. After the show, I appreciated closing the bedroom door to let my husband sleep while I sat by the parlor window, continuing to wind down.
All in all, this is a quirky, little piece of history which survived the 1906 earthquake and holds a lot of stories in its halls. (Read the history of The Andrews which can be found in the surprisingly smooth, closet-like elevator.)
We'll stay here again, and next time try the charming attached restaurant and bar, Fino.