This is definitely not a "gay" hotel, but my partner and I felt pretty comfortable there. We stayed on a standard weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. One thing that stands out was that I had emailed ahead (after making reservations online) and told them this was for a romantic weekend. Upon arrival to the room, they had a complimentary bottle of champagne on ice! I'm not sure if this is standard, but was definitely a nice touch. The staff was all very friendly, and we LOVED the queen sized canopy bed (very romantic). The main level of the hotel had a very upscale feel, but the above floors with the rooms felt pretty generic. Last comment, the location . . . while only two blocks from Union Square and pretty convenient to catch the Muni . . . wow, turn down the wrong side street and you feel like you may get mugged! Stick to Geary St. and no worries.