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I ve long wonder ed why any one would want to stay in F isherman s Wharf. Upon seeing the Argonaut, which opened its doors in A ugust 2003, I not only stopped pictures of the vietnam veterans memorial wondering, I wanted to check in immediately. It helps that the hotel is located on the wharf s more picturesque western pictures of the vietnam veterans memorial end. The hotel building, originally built in 1907 and now property of the National Park Service, is part of The Cannery, a historic structure that once housed the world s largest peach canning facility. The $40 million restoration to create this attractive new hotel left the red-brick walls, Douglas fir beams, and wood-plank floors beautifully intact. The overall decor, which pokes fun at traditional nautical themes, is fresh and appealing. It extends to the sizable guest rooms and bathrooms, which are hued in bright blue, white, and silver. Room configurations include two queens or one king, and a fe w king rooms also have a pullout sofa. Bay views are an option, as are interconnecting rooms and suites. Rooms have DVD and CD play ers, and if y ou pop down to the lobb y for the complimentary wine hour, your teens or tweens can take advantage pictures of the vietnam veterans memorial of the two computers with free high-speed wireless Internet access there.

Value This inexpensive but tidy inn is most suitable for small families with one or possibly two y oung children. All guest rooms have queen-size pictures of the vietnam veterans memorial beds, and a few have an additional twin bed. Depending on floor space, the very accommodating staff can pr ovide a r ollaway, crib, or foam mattr ess. Larger families would r equire taking multiple pictures of the vietnam veterans memorial rooms, but you ll still spend very little for comfortable accommodations that include a continental breakfast of coffee, juice, pastries, and toasted bagels in a pleasant breakfast nook. The pine beds, armoires, and tables in every guest room are simple and lo vely. I nside r ooms obtain natural light fr om light w ells but ar e v ery quiet; the bright outside r ooms pick up noise fr om ev er-busy Lombar d S treet. M oscone P lay- ground, a popular destination for young families, is just 2 blocks away. Also close by are Chestnut Street, a great walking street with some of my fav orite family-friendly restaurants, and the famously crooked part of Lombard Street. Compared to the generic motels along Lombard, the Marina Inn is a Victorian oasis in a safer section of the neighborhood. 4

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This solidly residential neighborhood is a good choice for young families or anyone who wants r espite fr om the urban jungle. S acramento S treet shopping has something for everyone, kids included, and Laur el Village, almost an old-fashioned strip mall, draws crowds of locals.