HikerTom wrote:
The Hotel M is a private club, devoted to the guy who likes the finer things in life. It's not meant to be another HDR or SL. My sometimes-wingman Cyrano, whose tastes ARE like that, raves about it and won't stay anywhere else in SJ. If you have the money, it probably is the place to be if you want a real fancy exclusive mongering-friendly hotel far removed from the rabble.

Well, Tom, you have that half right, depending on if I am flying in formation or it is a solo sortie.
Every time I have stayed at the HM I have had a wingwoman with me. The place is much better with a date because it is so personal. You can wander around in your bath robe, and just go to the bar and get a drink - usually they know your room number after the first day.
There is also the hot tub. Can't think of a single time I have used it with any clothes, and without at least 2 ladies. Playing with the curtains is fun.
Also, a lot of the higher class chicas don't like to go to the Gulch. You can find them at the HM, and they are more willing to meet you there than at the DR.
But when I am going to SJ solo, I prefer the Prez. Very nice accommodations, and easier on the Gulch pickup.
The comparison to the SL on SuperBowl was amazing. Glad I went to the SL for the experience, but I am always going to give the HM first choice for event parties. Even if I was at the Prez, I would make the trip to the HM if they had an organized event. They do great food and a great show. But for a casual lunch with some mongers, I might choose the SL.
It all depends on what you are looking for.
PS - I'll be at the HM for one night this month, on my way to the beach. Am breaking in a new wingwoman. Well, actualy more of a "date," since she is not bisexual. Our SJO flights arrive at different times. By staying at the HM, I know she will be made to feel welcome and taken care of until I arrive. No worries about checkin, credit cards, etc. They know me, and everything will work out fine.