Clean and charming
The Mosser looks so small compared to the taller buildings, and it is old and a very pretty building. The outside reflects what the hotel stands for. I felt very at home there and want to be a repeat visitor. I got a great deal for economy room with shared bath. To note: the point of this hotel is to raise some money for non-profit purposes, so this is not a place that puts on airs, yet has enough trend and class to satisfy singles, friends, couples, and business travelers who are looking for fair value with a bit of history. There was someone at the front desk to let me in when my train arrived at 1pm and I felt very safe and discovered the location is around the corner from BART, bus, and cable cars. The room was very clean. The shared baths were fine, but bring hand cleaner to the toilet as there is no sink. You may need to rinse out the clawfoot tub/shower which is in a room separate from the toilet. The bedroom was very clean and kind of chic with chocolate brown and cream colors. It has a bed, sink, small closet, fan, phone, radio/cd player, and tv with internet. The room cleaners were timely, thorough, and volunteered help. The location is around the corner from Market St, which is the flattest part of SF and the easiest way to walk to the Warf. I had noise from construction during my stay where they were working next door, but I just closed the window and that took care of most of the noise. Only issue was they started drilling against the brick wall and spilling consruction dust through the open window 7:30 am! For a woman alone, I felt safe and I enjoyed the color and bustle of the downtown area. The taxi drivers will come up to the front door at 5am to give you a ride if you want, or just walk around the corner to catch the bus. Amtrak bus also stops at bus stop around corner on Market and 4th. Shopping Center next door. Ferry just down the street. Tour bus picks up with phone call at all hotels. When getting on cable, just buy individual tickets insead of all day pass because if you are going to Fisherman's Warf or Golden Gate Park, you will probably spend all day there anyway, so save money. Panhandlers hang around on Market: they are aggressive and wierdly fair. They will hold you accountable! I have heard negative things about SF, but just be on your toes with your stuff, and don't brush by everyone, as some people offer directions/music and are interesting to talk to. There is a lot to see and experience. If you are there to see SF, the people are the heart of it. Go to a street corner or plaza, sit, and watch. China town and Union Square are just blocks away. The ferry building at the end of Market has great shopping and the ferries are a short ride across the bay and back. Next door to hotel is a Container Store, a drug store caddycorner on Market, and coffee shops nearby. The restaurant in the Mosser, I didn't try. I used the laundry machines in the basement and got change at the front desk, but I think there is a change machine and vending machines in the basement too. All the machines are to the right of the elevator in the basement. For the value and safe feeling and friendliness of staff, I loved it.