InterContinental San FranciscovsFairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square scores marginally better than InterContinental San Francisco. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square is ranked #29 in San Francisco with endorsements from 8 sources including Gayot, Fodor's and Oyster.
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888 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
From $121/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Owners of the iconic Mark Hopkins on Nob Hill, InterContinental opened this sleek, blue 32-storey skyscraper hotel in 2008, and it’s certainly caused quite a local stir. Its 500-plus..."
Michelin Guide
"For the city's latest and greatest, just look up to catch a glimpse of the glittering lnter Continental."
Fodor's
"Spectacularly light, expansive, thoughtfully laid-out guest rooms, which have all the ultramodern conveniences." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"The modern, 550-room InterContinental's luxury-level service, high-tech guest rooms, lap pool, well-reviewed spa, and Michelin-star restaurant make it one of the best values in San Francisco." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Situated in SoMa, the InterContinental San Francisco hotel is housed in a 32-story blue glass tower just down the street from Moscone Center." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This architectural wonder opened to much fanfare in San Francisco. It boasts an elegant, modern interior with luxurious guest rooms."
Star Service
"Perfectly located for conventioneers, it is adjacent to Moscone Center and just a few blocks from the city's best shopping areas, as well as its peer, the edgier Hotel W San Francisco.." Full review
Gayot
"The property is LEED Gold Certified under the U.S Green Building Council (USGBC), and it offers Zipcar Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles for guests to get around town."
Zagat
4.5
"This "pristine" "modern" tower in SoMa "still has that new hotel smell" and reeks of "business luxury" as well, with "gorgeous" public spaces, "elegant", "spacious" rooms."
The Telegraph
8.0
"This statuesque, luxury hotel feels like a cosy urban retreat despite its stately size." Full review
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
900 North Point Street, Suite D100, San Francisco, CA 94109
From $348/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"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
Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Luxury vacation rental meets upscale hotel at the city's best, if most expensive, residence-style lodging." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"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
Star Service
"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
Gayot
"The cornerstone of Ghirardelli Square, Ghirardelliâs illustrious chocolate factory, has been reinvented as the all-suite Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square."
Zagat
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."
Jetsetter
"Chocolate Factory-turned hotel with tricked-out, loftlike digs on historic Ghirardelli Square." Full review
The Telegraph
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
Condé Nast Traveler
"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
U.S. News & World Report
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