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Top Northern California 5 Star Hotels

Claremont Resort & Club
3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Claremont Resort & Club

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1015)
"loved our stay, good food and very nice location"
The price is €314
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Claremont Resort & Club
Fairmont San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Fairmont San Francisco

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1336)
"Always wanted to stay in this hotel and it did not disappoint. Very courteous staff and felt like they appreciated me staying there. "
The price is €236
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fairmont San Francisco
Taj Campton Place
City view

Taj Campton Place

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great hotel, very friendly staff and walkable to shopping area"
The price is €208
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Taj Campton Place
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Interior detail

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"GREAT STAY "
The price is €300
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"This place was beautiful and the perfect stay in San Francisco "
The price is €416
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Really nice staff and we had a wonderful stays "
The price is €420
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
1 Hotel San Francisco
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; al fresco dining

1 Hotel San Francisco

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442)
"Great stay!"
The price is €399
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
1 Hotel San Francisco
The Estate Yountville
Villa, 5 Bedrooms (at the Estate, Private Residence)

The Estate Yountville

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (950)
"Perfect stay!"
The price is €600
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Estate Yountville
Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection
6 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (669)
"Super relaxing place with great stuff and yummy food options "
The price is €782
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Rooftop terrace

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great service and staff, spacious suite with the best view of town."
The price is €446
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
The St. Regis San Francisco
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Corner

The St. Regis San Francisco

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (674)
"Had a great stay "
The price is €414
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
The St. Regis San Francisco
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (149)
"Beautiful property good service good food. Very dog friendly! "
The price is €962
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
View from property

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (630)
"Excellent stay"
The price is €937
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Bardessono Hotel and Spa
Villa (The Jasper- Private) | Games room

Bardessono Hotel and Spa

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (642)
"Great location and hotel."
The price is €792
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Bardessono Hotel and Spa
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (564)
"The hotel was beautiful, set back in the trees on the slopes so very quiet and outside of town. The beds/rooms were very comfortable, quiet and spacious. The staff was very nice and welcoming. The only complaint I had was that the main pool/pool restaurant were closed for renovation. This wasn’t noted during booking or on their website. They did offer use of the smaller spa pool with poolside service from another restaurant but it was quite a bit smaller. Overall it was a beautiful stay. "
The price is €687
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Carneros Resort and Spa
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Carneros Resort and Spa

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (343)
"It is a beautiful property with magnificent grounds. The staff and dining options are great. Highly recommend."
The price is €776
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Carneros Resort and Spa
Hotel Drisco
Property entrance

Hotel Drisco

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (442)
"This is the best hotel for full service luxury "
The price is €567
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hotel Drisco
Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion
Front of property – evening/night

Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (215)
"awesome staff, old-fashioned building, spacious"
The price is €295
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Exterior

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (381)
"Very courteous staff"
The price is €814
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
East West Hospitality Tahoe
Ice skating

East West Hospitality Tahoe

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304)
"Great property with easy access. "
East West Hospitality Tahoe
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Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful room, view, comfortable bed, friendly staff, beautiful pools and tennis courts. It’s a lovely property."
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Northern California?
Taj Campton Place is a favourite among Expedia customers. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco and The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco also get excellent reviews from travellers. All located in San Francisco, Northern California, these 5-star hotels will give you the luxury experience from the moment you step foot in the lobby.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Northern California?
The amount you pay for a 5-star hotel in Northern California can vary depending on when you prefer to travel and how long you plan to stay, among a range of factors. Use our price per night filter and other search tools to score the best deal on a high-end getaway.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Northern California?
From high-end restaurants and all-day gyms to pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in Northern California is all about comfort and indulgence. But it calls for more than just top-notch perks to get a 5-star rating. Hotels also have to deliver extraordinary guest services like massage treatments, on-site laundry and dry cleaning and room service any time night or day.