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1 Hotel San FranciscovsArgonaut Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel is the choice of most reviewers compared to Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel. Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel ranks #2 in San Francisco with endorsements from 20 sources such as Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
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8 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
From $219/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide Star
"Steps from the Ferry Building, this luxury boutique hotel boasts 199 elegant contemporary rooms."
Michelin Guide "It's right on the waterfront set along the revitalized Embarcadero. It's urbane and chic with a definitive tranquility."
Frommer's "In addition to its prime location... Hotel Vitale looks pretty darn chic... Excellent service from the well-trained staff." Full review
Concierge "The Vitale promotes California-style serenity with free daily yoga classes—often held in the penthouse studio—and private soaking tubs in the spa's rooftop garden."
Fodor's ""Luxury, naturally," the theme of this eight-story terraced bay-front hotel, is apparent in every thoughtful detail." Full review
Jetsetter "Zen palace of reclaimed wood, with water views and a rooftop spa, a buzzy bar and market-fresh Italian fare." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Location, location, location… the 199-room Vitale has it in spades." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Situated along the Embarcadero, it has all the advantages of a destination resort, in the heart of the city."
Star Service "This stylish Joie de Vivre hotel may boast 200 quarters, but its excellent service and well-designed guest rooms and public areas create a boutique sensibility.
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Gayot "This 199-room, Joie de Vivre property brings classy, boutique style to the Embarcadero --- an area infamous for its big, less-than-personal hotels."
Argonaut Hotel Rough Guide Michelin Guide Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Fodor's Star Service Gayot
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495 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA
From $135/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "Surprisingly quiet, given its tourist-stampeded location."
Michelin Guide "An unrivaled location... As if that's not enough to whet your appetite, the coveted hotel looks straight across to the sparkling San Francisco Bay and the Park's fleet of historic ships."
Travel + Leisure "Housed in the 1907 Haslett Warehouse, the Argonaut is the only hotel located in the Maritime National Historical Park." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This historic 1907 San Francisco building is now home to a maritime-themed boutique hotel."
Fodor's "The spacious rooms, many with a sofa bed in the sitting area, have recently been redesigned but still spotlight exposed-brick walls and wood-beam ceilings." Full review
Star Service "This still ranks among the best small hotels here, and it remains a champion along the north end of Fisherman's Wharf." Full review
Gayot "Set in Fisherman's Wharf, this Kimpton Group hotel goes for broke with its maritime theme."
Zagat4.3
"Drop anchor at this "nautical-themed" "secret" (part of the Kimpton chain), which offers a "breath of fresh air" thanks to "nice-sized" quarters with Frette linens and in-room spa treatments."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Though the amenities are of an upper-end hotel... some rooms are tiny and get limited sunlight." Full review
Time Out "Built into a historic fruit-packing warehouse, this beautiful luxury hotel is the best in the area by far." Full review
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If you want a sea view, ask for a north-facing room on the third floor or above.
