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1075 California St, San Francisco, CA
4.6/5Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"It was an amazing"
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2020
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4.5/5Wonderful! (986 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Linens and bedding were great quality. Room included separate kitchenette, separate WIR and powder room, separate toilet and shower, all off the hallway in my room which made it very quaint."
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2021
495 Jefferson St, San Francisco, CA
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4.5/5Wonderful! (1,325 reviews)
"Staff very courteous and kind, my room upgraded without asking; Room clean and bed was comfortable; nice location, very close to Ghirardelli Square and wharf."
Reviewed on 14 Sep 2021
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950 Mason Street Atop Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
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4.4/5Wonderful! (1,115 reviews)
"Every time I come to S.F. I have always stayed at this hotel it is my favorite place i love the garden area and the views The staff and rooms are always perfect."
Reviewed on 14 Sep 2021
4.4/5Wonderful! (960 reviews)
"A wonderful, clean and enchanting hotel ! Staff were very friendly and accommodating."
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2021
4.4/5Excellent! (976 reviews)
"Friendly staff that make you feel comfortable. We stayed for five day and this was a very comfortable place to stay as we explored San Francisco and its surrounding cities. Everyday in the afternoon, cookies, coffee, or tea is available to guests. After a day of walking in the cold and windy city, ..."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2021
2 New Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA
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4.4/5Excellent! (969 reviews)
"The Palace is immaculately taking care of. It has a nice pool hot tub and exercise space. What a beautifully place to relax."
Reviewed on 12 Sep 2021
433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA
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4.4/5Excellent! (1,482 reviews)
"I liked the idea of having hair dryer, flat iron, extra fan. I love the coffee and tea in the lobby as well as the refilling water station. Very nice staff."
Reviewed on 11 Sep 2020
2237 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA
4.4/5Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Fantastic unique hotel, lots of nice little touches like the free packets of raisins and morming coffee. Shared facilities, which was fine by us. The owners should be proud of this hotel."
Reviewed on 6 Sep 2020
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4.4/5Excellent! (346 reviews)
"Front desk staff were very helpful and friendly. Room at the back of the hotel was quiet. Beds were quite soft in the 2 different rooms we had. No breakfast, bc covid, wish the rooms had more eco friendly cups for coffee and water. Appreciated the room darkening curtains"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2021
999 California Street, San Francisco, CA
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4.3/5Excellent! (995 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Staff was very nice and helpful. Enjoyed Top of the Mark but didn’t care for the restaurant downstairs. Noisy people in the next room and you could hear everything. Great location on Nob Hill"
Reviewed on 12 Sep 2021
335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
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4.2/5Excellent! (1,838 reviews)
"very nice"
Reviewed on 15 Sep 2021
351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
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4.2/5Very Good! (1,161 reviews)
"It was a great hotel. We were able to check in early which was very nice. We also enjoyed the area walkable to Union square and the cable car and the Bart. The only thing that would be nice if they could add is a place to refill my water bottle. But overall it was cool to stay at a hotel that is ..."
Reviewed on 15 Sep 2021
524 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA
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4.2/5Very Good! (957 reviews)
"Centrally located"
Reviewed on 6 Sep 2021
495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA
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4.1/5Very Good! (951 reviews)
"Place was amazing, and all the staffs were friendly and professional. They were always eager to help and make the stay comfortable"
Reviewed on 12 Sep 2021
450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
4/5Very Good! (527 reviews)
"We loved the history of the lobby. Beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2020
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4/5Very Good! (963 reviews)
"Hotel is so unique and cute. Old hotel, but renovated with style. For only two people in one room, this was enough for us during the evening. The only downside was how small the bathroom was. Barely any space to move around, but we made the best of it. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. The ..."
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2021
334 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA
3.9/5Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great service, affordable price, and a confortable stay."
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2020
3.8/5Good! (987 reviews)
"Neat hotel that has history behind it. Affordable rooms and friendly staff. Staying here makes you feel like you traveled back in time and are royalty. I always stay here when I go to SF."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2021
1231 Market St, San Francisco, CA
3.5/5Good! (1,776 reviews)
"The hotel is a bit old. It's great if you're looking to stay in a property with a historical aspect. Check-in was troubling. I don't recall on the Hotel's description here on Expedia or on their own website that the deposit was $400 up front. I stayed for 6 days so that should have been around $170. ..."
Reviewed on 2 May 2020
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5 / 5 Excellent
Loved the location and the outside fire pits. They did a great job providing breakfast during these difficult times!
A verified traveller from Leawood stayed at Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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A verified traveller stayed at InterContinental San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
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5 / 5 Excellent
Great stay
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Nikko San Francisco
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5 / 5 Excellent
very nice
A verified traveller stayed at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
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5 / 5 Excellent
Outstanding quality. Great staff. Good downtown location.
A verified traveller stayed at San Francisco Marriott Marquis
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5 / 5 Excellent
Love the location and dining in the area. Just limited due to COVID right now.
A verified traveller stayed at Hyatt Regency San Francisco
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5 / 5 Excellent
Close proximity to everything, very clean, friendly staff
A verified traveller stayed at The Clancy, Autograph Collection
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5 / 5 Excellent
It was a great hotel. We were able to check in early which was very nice. We also enjoyed the area walkable to Union square and the cable car and the Bart. The only thing that would be nice if they could add is a place to refill my water bottle. But overall it was cool to stay at a hotel that is from the 20s.
A verified traveller stayed at Handlery Union Square Hotel
Posted 3 days ago
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5 / 5 Excellent
Close to airport and very good hotel.
A verified traveller from Freeport stayed at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
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