The Red Vic itself is a gorgeous piece of San Franciscan history. As a former resident of the city, I recall it’s many lives over the years.
Currently it is a wonderfully run hostel/hotel experience situated within a vibrant and creative communal living environment.
Bedding is THE BEST anywhere, company is friendly and makes for both intelligent conversation and merriment and the amenities are easy to access. Shared meals are available, and the kitchen is always open so feel free to grab late night snacks or cook a whole meal. The residents are wonderful and the other guests always interesting, respectful and kind.
Although it’s my first stay since they became Airbnb, it’s not my first time here. The only time I ever stay anywhere else is when it’s booked up and I always miss it on those trips. The Francis Drake has nothing on this place. It’s perfectly situated to so many things to do in the city and being there is like an instant blood pressure lowering food for soul retreat.