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Our top choices for Bay Area 5-star hotels

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.

1. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anthony
€300
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Fairmont San Francisco
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, large arched windows, and a central floral arrangement.

2. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Nicole
€333
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
A spacious lobby with a modern interior, featuring sofas, a coffee table, and a large mirror.
A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
Union Square
United States
Vince
€235
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Taj Campton Place
A terrace with a view, featuring a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative lantern.
A spacious living area with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A poolside dining area with a table set for two, a pool, and a building with a distinctive tower and dome in the background.
A large, white hotel with multiple wings and a central tower, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

4. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
Claremont Hills
United States
amy
€324
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Claremont Resort & Club
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign for "California Center" and "Porte Seasons."
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.
A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a red chair, a white table, and a bowl of apples.

5. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Downtown San Francisco
United States
William
€453
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.
A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.

6. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Simona
€461
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.
A modern bar with a long counter, black wicker chairs, and a pool in the background.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by glass walls and a modern building.
A wooden facade with the text "SHASHI AN URBAN RESORT" indicating the name of the establishment.

7. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Mountain View
United States
Anthony
€159
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a desk with a lamp. There is a bed with a white headboard and a view of the city through large windows.
A bar area with a chalkboard menu listing oysters and other items, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and television. There are chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.

8. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Vasilios
€500
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a curved wall decoration, hanging plants, and bar stools with woven backrests.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a window with a view of a clock tower, and a staircase.

9. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
David
€505
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
1 Hotel San Francisco
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, a bookshelf, and a small side table with a vase.

10. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Steven
€855
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Huntington Hotel
An outdoor dining area with stone walls, fire pits, and wooden tables and chairs.
A hotel reception area with a large wall-mounted TV displaying various scenic images.
A poolside area with a blue sofa and lounge chairs, a tiled pool, and a clear sky.
A modern hotel with a large entrance, palm trees, and festive lights.

11. Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
East Palo Alto
United States
John
€396
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.
A modern lounge area with a large mirror, comfortable seating, a coffee table with a tray, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A modern reception area with a round mirror, seating, and a wooden panel wall.
A nighttime cityscape through a window, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a view of the urban landscape.

12. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Christopher
€499
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The St. Regis San Francisco
A large, multi-story hotel with a golf course and beach views.
An outdoor wedding venue with a sea view, arranged seating, and a decorative arch.
A golf course with a view of the ocean, a clubhouse with outdoor seating, and a large building with multiple windows.

13. The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Ocean Colony
United States
Osamu
€1,103
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging plants.
A room with wooden cabinets, hanging plants, and a large window.
A restaurant with a glass roof and outdoor seating area.
A modern interior with a large glass window, a wooden sofa, and various plants.

14. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
Sunnyvale
United States
Teresa
€238
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating arrangement.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with chairs and a table, a sofa with cushions, and a bed.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and red umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a large building in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, and a large hanging light fixture.

15. Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill
Menlo Park
South Korea
Soyeon
€1,264
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Rosewood Sand Hill
A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.
A modern interior with a wooden reception desk, a fireplace, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.
A courtyard with a gravel path, various trees, and a building in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the night sky, a wooden bathtub, and a balcony with a railing.

16. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
University South
United States
Ariane
€476
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a fire feature, and potted plants.
A modern lobby with a wooden reception desk, two guitars on the wall, and a circular chandelier.
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and candles, leading to a well-lit interior with a fireplace and modern decor.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinetry, and a variety of kitchenware.

17. Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort

Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
Palo Alto
United States
Lauren
€838
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
A covered outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table set for two, and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.
A grand staircase with a modern design, flanked by two chairs and two potted plants.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.
A modern dining area with a long wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs. A staircase with a metal railing is visible in the background.

18. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Janelle
€942
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.
A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.
Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.

19. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Tymon
€648
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hotel Drisco
A grand wooden staircase with intricate balusters and a polished marble floor.
A large, historic building with multiple stories, prominent towers, and a grand entrance.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A living room with a white sofa, red throw pillows, and a vase of white flowers on a glass table.

20. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
Western Addition
United States
Mary
€305
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sutter Mansion
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Bay Area?
Taj Campton Place is a popular pick with Expedia guests. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco and The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco also rate highly with travellers. All located in San Francisco, Bay Area, these 5-star hotels will envelop you in luxury from the moment you enter the lobby.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Bay Area?
The amount you pay for a 5-star hotel in Bay Area depends on things such as when you plan to go and the length of your holiday. Our top tip for landing the best deal? Use our pricing filters to check out the available hotels for your selected dates.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Bay Area?
Faultless guest service is the hallmark of every 5-star hotel in Bay Area. From the moment you enter the lobby, staff ensure your every need is met, whether offering luggage assistance and storage or providing a nightly turn-down service. What's more, hotels must feature top-rate conveniences to obtain a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bathrobes, an on-site spa, swimming pools, gastronomic restaurants and knowledgeable concierge.

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