Unless otherwise stated, all hotels accept credit cards, and have en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning
The Ritz-Carlton
If you want the ultimate in luxury and thoughtful service, this is the place to come. The views from the perfectly appointed rooms are magnificent, the staff at the top of their game, and the food sublime.
600 Stockton St
415 296 7465
www.ritzcarlton.com
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Mark Hopkins Inter-Continental
The Top of the Mark restaurant is a major pull, of course, with its 360-degree panorama, and the service is genuinely caring. The rooms are provided with every amenity and achieve an excellent standard of comfort.
1 Nob Hill
415 392 3434
www.markhopkins.net
Fairmont
“Opulent” and “palatial” barely begin to describe this grande dame of San Francisco hotels, taking pride of place on Nob Hill. The rooms and service are commensurate with its status.
950 Mason St
415 772 5000
www.fairmont.com
Renaissance Stanford Court
Long a business favorite, it’s just near the top of Nob Hill and handy to everything Downtown. The stained-glass dome in the lobby gives it a grand feel. Marble baths and canopy beds in some rooms, complimentary limousine service, and every comfort seen to.
905 California St
415 989 3500
www.renaissancehotels.com
Huntington
Situated at the top of Nob Hill, across from Grace Cathedral, this hotel is like staying in the clubby apartment of a rich uncle with impeccable taste. The rooms are luxurious, there’s an excellent restaurant, and a spa where you can get a champagne facial.
1075 California St
415 474 5400
www.huntingtonhotel.com
Laurel Inn
This stylish hotel is located in Presidio Heights, and is decorated in a hip mid-century fashion. The 18 bedrooms have kitchenettes and some feature CD players and VCRs. Breakfast is included and there is free parking.
444 Presidio Ave
415 567 8467
www.jdvhospitality.com
Hotel Drisco
This Pacific Heights property is one of the Leading Small Hotels of the World, and, although the elegance is perhaps a little too understated, it delivers on service. Details include complimentary breakfast and morning newspaper – and some of the very best vistas in the city.
2901 Pacific Ave
415 346 2880
www.hoteldrisco.com
Queen Anne
Built in 1890, this old mansion has been lovingly refurbished according to Victorian taste. Rooms are all different and filled with antiques. Breakfast is complimentary, and your morning newspaper, too. The views are delightful.
1590 Sutter at Octavia
415 441 2828
www.queenanne.com
Hotel Sausalito
This warm, inviting hotel offers luxurious rooms and suites with park and harbor views.
16 El Portal (at Bridgeway), Sausalito
415 332 0700
Claremont Resort and Spa
This country club-style resort was built in 1915 and has the feel of that era, newly restored. There are business services, a fitness center, two pools, tennis courts, and views of Golden Gate Bridge.
41 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley
510 843 3000
www.claremontresort.com
Mandarin Oriental
Located on the top 11 floors of Downtown’s third-tallest building, this is one of the classiest hotels in the city. Its East-meets-West decor is magnificent, its restaurant one of the finest, and the rooms, amenities, and service superb.
222 Sansome St
415 276 9888
www.mandarinoriental.com
The Pan Pacific
Marble bathrooms, some with Jacuzzis, and the fluffiest bathrobes are just some of the comforts at this daringly designed modern hotel. The atrium lobby towers 17 stories high, with a glass elevator. Free use of towncars is a special plus.
500 Post St
415 771 8600
www.panpacific.com
Palace
Dating from 1875, this historic landmark emanates an aura of architectural splendor that nevertheless whispers refinement. The stupefyingly gorgeous Garden Court and the original Maxfield Parrish mural in the Pied Piper Lounge are national treasures. The rooms are wonderful, too, but sadly without views.
2 New Montgomery St
415 512 1111
www.sfpalace.com
Park Hyatt
This is the smallest and most luxurious of the four city Hyatts, and it is situated very near the waterfront. Rooms have good views of the Bay Bridge or the city, if you get the right ones. You’ll find that staff greet you by name and the rooms have personal touches.
333 Battery St
415 392 1234
www.parksanfrancisco.hyatt.com
Sir Francis Drake
Where the doormen wear Beefeater costumes and the cable cars glide by constantly. This splendid Art Deco landmark is just a block off Union Square. All in all, a very festive and colorful feel, both in the public and private rooms.
450 Powell St
415 392 7755
www.sirfrancisdrake.com
Hotel Nikko
High-tech and minimalist white marble interiors radiate modernity in this Japanese-style environment. Its cool comfort and tranquil luxury, such as silk wallpaper, soothe the spirit and free the mind. The excellent Anzu restaurant creates the same peaceful atmosphere.
222 Mason St
415 394 1111
www.hotelnikkosf.com
Hyatt Regency
The 15-story lobby has long plants trailing down, a waterfall, and glass elevators. Try the revolving restaurant on the roof for its views.
50 Drumm St
415 788 1234
www.sanfranciscoregencyhyatt.com
Four Seasons
Designed with the expense-account traveler in mind, this place has thought of every sort of business amenity, including two phone lines and a high-speed Internet connection in each room.
757 Market St
415 633 3000
www.fourseasons.com
The Westin St Francis
This grand San Francisco institution still shines in its lovely public rooms, but it’s become a tour-group mediocrity otherwise. The tower rooms do have phenomenal views, however.
335 Powell St
415 397 7000
www.westin.com
Ritz-Carlton Resort
A rambling mansion on its own verdant bluff, overlooking the Pacific. The perfect retreat from which to enjoy the Bay Area.
1 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay
650 712 7000
