this place was a great, basic place to stay while i was attending an event nearby. it’s nothing fancy, but it was clean, quiet and did the job. this location was completely safe. it’s a city, and a city in the bay area at that, there are going to be some homeless people. you need to be aware of your surroundings like in any other city, but i am genuinely confused by why others felt the need to comment on the “safety” of the area. if you mind your own business no one will bother you.