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1 Hotel San FranciscovsFairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel scores significantly better than Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square. Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel has a TripExpert Score of 94 with positive reviews from 20 publications such as Jetsetter, Rough Guide and Condé Nast Traveler.
1 Hotel San Francisco
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8 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
From $219/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star
"Steps from the Ferry Building, this luxury boutique hotel boasts 199 elegant contemporary rooms."
"It's right on the waterfront set along the revitalized Embarcadero. It's urbane and chic with a definitive tranquility."
"In addition to its prime location... Hotel Vitale looks pretty darn chic... Excellent service from the well-trained staff." Full review
"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."
""Luxury, naturally," the theme of this eight-story terraced bay-front hotel, is apparent in every thoughtful detail." Full review
"Zen palace of reclaimed wood, with water views and a rooftop spa, a buzzy bar and market-fresh Italian fare." Full review
"Location, location, location… the 199-room Vitale has it in spades." Full review
"Situated along the Embarcadero, it has all the advantages of a destination resort, in the heart of the city."
"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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"This 199-room, Joie de Vivre property brings classy, boutique style to the Embarcadero --- an area infamous for its big, less-than-personal hotels."
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
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U.S. News & World Report
900 North Point Street, Suite D100, San Francisco, CA 94109
From $348/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Housed in the former Ghirardelli chocolate factory, these one-to-three-bedroom serviced apartments might possibly be the most luxurious accommodations in San Francisco." Full review
Kid-Friendly
"Luxury vacation rental meets upscale hotel at the city's best, if most expensive, residence-style lodging." Full review
"A short walk from the hustle and bustle of Fisherman’s Wharf proper, the Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square offers sweeping views of San Francisco and Alcatraz." Full review
"This fabulous fractional Fairmont offshoot caters to well-heeled leisure travelers in search of high-octane, turnkey modern style, an epicenter location and...breathtaking views." Full review
"The cornerstone of Ghirardelli Square, Ghirardelliâs illustrious chocolate factory, has been reinvented as the all-suite Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square."
4.2
""Spectacular" views set the standard at this "high-class" Fisherman's Wharf haven – "complete with every detail" "for a family" or extended group stay."
"Chocolate Factory-turned hotel with tricked-out, loftlike digs on historic Ghirardelli Square." Full review
7.0
"Beautifully set on the waterfront at Ghirardelli Square, this five-star luxury hotel offers apartment-style suites with panoramic views, pampering service and extraordinary amenities." Full review
"All-suite private residence club housed in a brick building that was once Ghirardelli's chocolate factory...a small but well-designed lobby with tiled floors and stone steps, contemporary artwork." Full review
31.0
"Provides a bit of luxury in the middle of San Francisco's action. Guests rave about the rooms, which feature full gourmet kitchens and plasma-screen TVs." Full review