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Argonaut HotelvsInterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel comes in at 91 with praise from 15 reviewers such as Rough Guide, Time Out and The Telegraph.
Argonaut Hotel
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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.
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel Rough Guide
Frommer's
Concierge Fodor's
Oyster Star Service Gayot Lonely Planet
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
1 Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
From $161/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "Once the chic choice of writers and movie stars, this grand, castle-like hotel... is more corporate these days in both clientele and design."
Frommer's "Nowadays, this grand hotel caters mostly to convention-bound corporate executives, since its prices often require corporate charge accounts." Full review
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Be sure and head up to the Top of the Mark for a twilight cocktail and some of the best views in the city.
Concierge "Nearly every room has a stunning view and some luxe touches, like Frette linens."
Fodor's "The circular redbrick drive of this towering Nob Hill architectural landmark leads to an opulent, mirrored, marble-floor lobby which is the gateway to luxurious rooms." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"One of the city's grandest dames, the Mark Hopkins sits regally on top of Nob Hill with dazzling views and the famous 19th-floor Top of the Mark bar." Full review
Star Service "Situated at California and Mason, and blessed with some of the most spectacular vistas in a city known for postcard panoramas, this has long been one of the city's most famous hotels." Full review
Gayot "Known simply as "The Mark Hopkins," this nineteen-story hotel has been a San Francisco favorite for decades."
Lonely Planet "Detractors call it staid, but its timeless Nob Hill elegance is precisely why others (including Michelle Obama) love it." Full review
Afar Magazine "Rising up from the top of Nob Hill, the elegant InterContinental Mark Hopkins has a deep history in San Francisco." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Grand architecture and old world charm set atop Nob Hill make this one of San Francisco’s most classic luxury hotels." Full review
