My hotel room did not have a great view – not even close. I looked directly at another building and was on top of most of the HVAC system. However, one of my friends had a spectacular view from her room:

left part of her view – notice Golden Gate Bridge peeking out above the fog. (click photos for larger version)

right part of her view – that’s Alcatraz in the bay.

I was jealous for a moment. Then I realized if I’d had that view I might’ve just stayed in my room all the time admiring it instead of going to the sessions (which were great) and walking around the city (which was also great).