What we say
An old, not so fancy motel in the Castro
This authentic lower-end motor lodge hasn't changed in years. Not strictly a gay place to stay, but its right on the main Market Street part of the Castro. In the 70s, this place had a reputation ("leave your door open to meet a new friend") but it has tamed over the years though it still can get very busy with non-guests late at night. Many a local has awakened the next morning in one of the very simple rooms (which radiate around a balcony and parking lot) in the arms of a visiting stranger.
5 reviewsWhat visitors say
Posted: October 09, 2009 - Visited: May 2009
My partner and I stayed here for 5 days. Cruising goes on quite a bit, but if you keep your door closed, you will be left alone. This is not the Ritz, but it was clean. The staff was very helpful and the location is the best!!! The street cars are right across the street and the hotel is right in the middle of the Castro District!
Posted: April 04, 2008 - Visited: May 2004
I stayed at Becks for four days and nights - left the door open and the guys went wild for this sissy gurl would love to go there again soon - Hope this gate thing didnt spoil the fun - if so the Power Exchange will be my next visit to lodge near
Posted: February 12, 2008 - Visited: December 2007
The location is good in terms of proximity to the bars (walking/stumbling distance), but there are always a select few that cruise. if you don't want the hassle close your doors when you get in your room.
Posted: January 24, 2007
this hotel used to be well known for the curious loiterers, but the management was notified that many were trying to use the hotel as a sex club, and security gate was installed. Not exactly wise or discreet to post on a public web site that you're using a hotel as a sex club....
First to Review - August 31, 2006
Actually several drinks. The place does have an ambience, actually a stale odor in every room. It is just so convenient to all of the bars in the Castro it's hard to think of staying anywhere else because of its location, but keep a drink nearby just in case.
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