SF airport to Wyndham Canterbury

Deb from NC · May 12, 2015

Hi All,
We'll be arriving at SF airport about 10 pm...is a taxi the best way to get to
the Wyndham Canterbury at that hour ? Can anyone tell me what that will cost....or if there's a better way ? We'll have a fair amount of luggage so don't want to walk too far....
Many thanks!
Deb

Luanne · May 12, 2015

Personally I would use a cab, or a car service. Those are not the cheapest options, I'm sure you will have suggestions to use BART, but that will require some walking once you get into San Francisco. Sorry, but I don't know how much a cab would cost.

The car service we used all the time when we lived in the San Francisco area and would highly recommend is Ambassador. Their number is 925-456-6660.

DeniseM · May 12, 2015

We have stayed there twice. There is a BART Station right IN the airport. We took BART to Market Street, and then walked several blocks with our rolling suitcases.

But at 10 pm, with a lot of luggage, I'd take a cab from the BART station on Market.

There are also airport shuttles that you can pre-reserve - a cab will be pricey.

rickandcindy23 · May 12, 2015

BART is great, and as long as you can climb a bit of a hill with luggage, it's not a long walk. I say this, but I couldn't do it with my hip right now, which is being replaced on 6/15 (hip dysplasia). I am looking forward to climbing that hill next May.

Deb from NC · May 12, 2015

Thanks all ! I'll call Ambassador & check price, then weigh my options. This is very helpful...last time we flew into SF we were heading to Sonoma and rented a car, so I wasn't sure what my transportation options were.

DavidnRobin · May 12, 2015

In the SF Bay Area - Uber or Lyft is the way to go - very easy. Get the App for either one on your cell phone.
As a 1st time user - you will get a good discount.
And - unlike a Taxi - you will not feel as though you need a bath after taking one.
Also, will cost about 1/2 of a Taxi.

I would estimate around $15-20 and about 20 mins at that time of night.

(ps. don't let typical fear-mongering by the Media deter you from Uber/Lyft - they are a great way to get around)

hsintang · May 12, 2015

Check Groupon or Livingsocial for SFO car services.

DeniseM · May 12, 2015

I don't believe the are visiting Sonoma this trip:

last time we flew into SF we were heading to Sonoma

lily28 · May 12, 2015

Taxi costed me $40 from sfx to Wyndham Canterbury a few years ago at night

Fern Modena · May 12, 2015

I would agree that you should use a car service or a taxi from the Airport.

BART is not a good idea, because you would have to walk through an area called "the Tenderloin" to get from BART to the timeshare (in daylight hours the timeshare will tell you how to go to avoid this area, which isn't quite as bad in daylight anyway). The Tenderloin is an area with (some) people who are into drugs and some very friendly women who will talk to people in cars, and men who the girls belong to.

As for taking BART to Market Street and then taking taxi, I don't like that idea, either. You won't find a taxi just hanging around, you'll have to wait for one to pass by that isn't busy. Could be awhile, and I don't think you want to hang around with a bunch of suitcases and wait.

Fern,
whose mama always said "self preservation is the highest order of man."

John Cummings · May 12, 2015

I agree with Fern. I wouldn't want to be carrying a bunch of luggage anywhere let alone waiting on a street corner at night hoping a vacant taxi will happen along.

Deb from NC · May 12, 2015

Thanks all....since it will be dark and we'll have a fair amount of luggage, I'm leaning toward something that will deposit us at the front door of the Canterbury! (Plus we don't know SF at all....I could see us wandering around lost...

)

DavidnRobin · May 12, 2015

Seriously - Uber… I am from around here - unlike those who just visit. Just order an UberXL car after you pick-up luggage - plenty of luggage space - they will pick you up at SFO (within 3 mins of ordering) and take you to hotel - just like a taxi (but w/o the slime and expense)

There is a reason Uber/Lyft are popular in the SF area (because Taxi's suck and are too expensive). If you want to get around while in SF - Uber.

For example - 4 of us took an UberX from City Hall to the Mark Hopkins hotel (Nob Hill) - $4.50 Total!!!
Taxi's charge $3.25 just to get in. Muni is $2pp.

Deb from NC · May 13, 2015

DavidnRobin said:
Seriously - Uber… I am from around here - unlike those who just visit. Just order an UberXL car after you pick-up luggage - plenty of luggage space - they will pick you up at SFO (within 3 mins of ordering) and take you to hotel - just like a taxi (but w/o the slime and expense)

There is a reason Uber/Lyft are popular in the SF area (because Taxi's suck and are too expensive). If you want to get around while in SF - Uber.

For example - 4 of us took an UberX from City Hall to the Mark Hopkins hotel (Nob Hill) - $4.50 Total!!!
Taxi's charge $3.25 just to get in. Muni is $2pp.

I've heard of Uber but we don't have it where I live......how does it work? How do you order a car?
Thanks!
Deb

DavidnRobin · May 13, 2015

Deb from NC said:
I've heard of Uber but we don't have it where I live......how does it work? How do you order a car?
Thanks!
Deb

You will need a Smart phone - download Uber (and/or Lyft) App - sign-up.
I tend to use Uber, but know others using Lyft.
If you do not have a SmartPhone - then you will not be able to use.

When downloaded - try entering SFO as a pick-up point, and the Wyndham Canterbury in SF as designation, and you will see Uber cars in wait and route. After ordering, you can see them arrive on a map on your phone (and their name, photo, car-type, and license plate#), and they will also call when they arrive or close.

btw - they also offer large vehicles (e.g. Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator) - at a higher cost.
We use these when we have 5 or more people.

If you do not choose to use - no worries - it doesn't cost to sign-up.
I connect mine to PayPal, but a CC can also be used.

Deb from NC · May 13, 2015

DavidnRobin said:
You will need a Smart phone - download Uber (and/or Lyft) App - sign-up.
I tend to use Uber, but know others using Lyft.
If you do not have a SmartPhone - then you will not be able to use.

When downloaded - try entering SFO as a pick-up point, and the Wyndham Canterbury in SF as designation, and you will see Uber cars in wait and route. After ordering, you can see them arrive on a map on your phone (and their name, photo, car-type, and license plate#), and they will also call when they arrive or close.

btw - they also offer large vehicles (e.g. Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator) - at a higher cost.
We use these when we have 5 or more people.

If you do not choose to use - no worries - it doesn't cost to sign-up.
I connect mine to PayPal, but a CC can also be used.

Thanks! I do have a smart phone so we'll give it a try!

valadezm · May 13, 2015

DavidnRobin said:
Seriously - Uber… I am from around here - unlike those who just visit. Just order an UberXL car after you pick-up luggage - plenty of luggage space - they will pick you up at SFO (within 3 mins of ordering) and take you to hotel - just like a taxi (but w/o the slime and expense)

There is a reason Uber/Lyft are popular in the SF area (because Taxi's suck and are too expensive). If you want to get around while in SF - Uber.

For example - 4 of us took an UberX from City Hall to the Mark Hopkins hotel (Nob Hill) - $4.50 Total!!!
Taxi's charge $3.25 just to get in. Muni is $2pp.

I am also from SF, i second DavidnRobin suggestions, use UBER or Lyft. Also once you download the UBER app, if you PM me I can email you a discount code to the email or phone number you used to sign up. The code is worth up to $20 dollars

Deb from NC · May 13, 2015

valadezm said:
I am also from SF, i second DavidnRobin suggestions, use UBER or Lyft. Also once you download the UBER app, if you PM me I can email you a discount code to the email or phone number you used to sign up. The code is worth up to $20 dollars

Many thanks!
Deb

radmoo · May 13, 2015

Deb from NC said:
Thanks all....since it will be dark and we'll have a fair amount of luggage, I'm leaning toward something that will deposit us at the front door of the Canterbury! (Plus we don't know SF at all....I could see us wandering around lost... )

Another vote for Uber but why will you have fair amount of luggage? You do not need much in SF and if you desire foodstuffs, nothing beats the Ferry Terminal Market

Luanne · May 14, 2015

radmoo said:
Another vote for Uber but why will you have fair amount of luggage? You do not need much in SF and if you desire foodstuffs, nothing beats the Ferry Terminal Market

Some people just travel heavier than others, or feel like even a couple of largish suitcases aee more luggage than they want to haul around.

Also the weather in San Francisco can be tricky (used to live in the area) and if you're not sure what it will be while you're there it's easy to over pack.

Deb from NC · May 14, 2015

radmoo said:
Another vote for Uber but why will you have fair amount of luggage? You do not need much in SF and if you desire foodstuffs, nothing beats the Ferry Terminal Market

I'm happy to say that we will have a fair amount of luggage because we're stopping in SF for 3 days, then heading on to 2weeks in Hawaii!!!

Deb from NC · May 14, 2015

Luanne said:
Some people just travel heavier than others, or feel like even a couple of largish suitcases aee more luggage than they want to haul around.

Also the weather in San Francisco can be tricky (used to live in the area) and if you're not sure what it will be while you're there it's easy to over pack.

Yes, I'm trying to pack for Both Hawaii and SF (see my post above) After SF we fly on to Kona...first time on the Big Island!:whoopie:

valadezm · May 14, 2015

Deb from NC said:
Yes, I'm trying to pack for Both Hawaii and SF (see my post above) After SF we fly on to Kona...first time on the Big Island!:whoopie:

You will enjoy the Big Island. Went there for the first time last year and it turned out be my favorite island.

DeniseM · May 14, 2015

Deb from NC said:
Yes, I'm trying to pack for Both Hawaii and SF (see my post above) After SF we fly on to Kona...first time on the Big Island!:whoopie:

Honestly, you don't need very many clothes for Hawaii - won't you have a washer/dryer?

Take your Hawaii wardrobe, and add a pair of jeans and a hoodie for San Francisco, and you are good to go.

DavidnRobin · May 14, 2015

I agree with others here - pack less than you think you need. You need very little for HI - esp w/ W/D.
We can exist on <50# each (check-in luggage) - and that includes bringing our own snorkel/fins and beach gear.

As to SF weather - having grown up on the west-side of SF - no matter when you come - dress in layers. Summer can have the harshest weather (especially for the ill-prepared). Yes, I know… we are weather sissies (60F is cold…) - and proud of it. Especially when I see the weather in the other 48 states (CA and HI excluded…). Rather take my chance with EQs.

SF airport to Wyndham Canterbury

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

Luanne

TUG Review Crew: Expert

DeniseM

rickandcindy23

TUG Review Crew: Elite

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

DavidnRobin

hsintang

DeniseM

lily28

Fern Modena

John Cummings

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

DavidnRobin

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

DavidnRobin

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

valadezm

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

radmoo

Luanne

TUG Review Crew: Expert

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

Deb from NC

TUG Review Crew: Expert

valadezm

DeniseM

DavidnRobin