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Terrace/patio

Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,507 reviews)
"Great staff; nice restaurants. "
Canada
Robert
The price is €331
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Fairmont San Francisco
View from property

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! We loved it!"
United States
Sara
The price is €319
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Bar (on property)

Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The Taj Campton is a welcoming place to stay and we have become repeat visitors. All the things that matter are met: cleanliness, comfort, thoughtfulness, location and friendliness. "
United States
William
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Taj Campton Place
Rooftop terrace

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and overall had a great visit"
United States
Michael
The price is €469
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; al fresco dining

1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (530 reviews)
"Great staff & very clean facility "
United States
ARMANDO
The price is €420
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
1 Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
" Excellent rooms and staff, terrific food, great location "
United States
Roberta
The price is €477
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Claremont Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great stay and property"
United States
Heather
The price is €386
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Claremont Resort & Club
Exterior

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing hotel and service "
United States
Oksana
The price is €408
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Poolside bar

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,335 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff. "
United States
Aishwarya
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine, pool views

Solage, Auberge Collection

Solage, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Calistoga
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (712 reviews)
"Staff, room, grounds and meal all superb!"
United States
KATHY
The price is €863
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Solage, Auberge Collection
Exterior

The Estate Yountville

The Estate Yountville
5.0 star property
Yountville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Best place to stay in Napa Valley. Awesome staff and the property is amazing "
United States
Ronald Edward
The price is €732
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
The Estate Yountville
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Napa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (202 reviews)
"Incredible stay!! Amazing staff!"
United States
marius
The price is €1,035
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Exterior

The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (719 reviews)
"The hotel staff was so welcoming and took extra care of our two children by bringing surprise cookies and milk to the room, kid size spa robes and slippers and gifts upon checkout. The food at Astra was delicious and the indoor pool was so much fun. "
United States
Margeaux
The price is €418
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
The St. Regis San Francisco
View from property

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5.0 star property
Ocean Colony
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (662 reviews)
"This was an anniversary trip, and the staff made our stay so special!"
United States
Heather
The price is €988
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Terrace/patio

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
5.0 star property
East Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (678 reviews)
"wonderful staff, ambience was spot on, we had an overnight stay and all went smooth from start to finish...."
United States
Kimberly
The price is €466
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
Exterior

Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill
5.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Quite and nice view "
United States
Mei
The price is €937
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Rosewood Sand Hill
Exterior

Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton

Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
5.0 star property
Central Napa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Yes!! Everything and everyone was amazing "
United States
Gustavo
The price is €285
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
Property amenity

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
5.0 star property
Northstar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (595 reviews)
"Beautiful Mountain View. Friendly staff. Excellent location for skiing. "
United States
Lin
The price is €552
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Couples treatment room(s), steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy

Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Napa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (363 reviews)
"Amazing place"
United States
Puneet
The price is €697
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Carneros Resort and Spa
Property entrance

Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
5.0 star property
Pacific Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (462 reviews)
"Great hotel and would highly recommend "
United States
Oliver
The price is €615
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Hotel Drisco
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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.