Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San FranciscovsHarbor Court Hotel
Both Palace Hotel and Harbor Court Hotel are praised by writers. On balance, Palace Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Harbor Court Hotel. Palace Hotel scores 93 with recommendations from 18 reviews like Frommer's, Hideaway Report and Lonely Planet.
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco Show All Reviews
2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA
From $312/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Hushed, opulent landmark building... Stay here for snob value, above all."
Michelin Guide
"Mirror, mirror on the wall. Who's the grandest of them all? Why, the Palace, of course. This grande dame proudly shows off her old-world refinement."
Frommer's
"The original 1875 Palace was one of the world's largest and most luxurious hotels, and every time you walk through the doors here, you'll be reminded how incredibly majestic old luxury really is." Full review
Concierge
"The Palace is San Francisco's most storied hotel."
Fodor's
""Majestic" is the word that best sums up this landmark hotel, which was the world's largest and most luxurious when it opened in 1875." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The cushy (if staid) accommodations cater to expense-account travelers, but prices drop weekends." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Boasting ample turn-of-the-20th-century elegance and 550 rooms on only eight floors (dig these corridors), the Palace is aptly named." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"When the Palace Hotel was built on New Montgomery Street in 1875, it was thought to be the largest and costliest luxury hotel in the world." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Early in the 20th century the Palace was one of the most famous hotels in the world, hosting royalty and heads of state, including President Harding, who died here in his sleep in 1923."
Star Service
"It remains a historic reminder of San Francisco's florid past, making a stark contrast to the gleaming modern city that is being rebuilt around it." Full review
Harbor Court Hotel
165 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA
From $199/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Rooms here are grandly decorated... some offer spectacular views."
Frommer's
"Anyone who seeks stylish, high-quality accommodations... with a superb view and lively scene will be perfectly content here." Full review
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Be sure to request a bay-view room, for an extra fee.
Fodor's
"Exemplary service and a friendly staff earn high marks for this cozy hotel, which overlooks the Embarcadero and is within shouting distance of the Bay Bridge." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"Freebies... an evening wine reception, and a great location on the Financial District's revitalized waterfront make it a reasonable choice for couples and solo travelers." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Housed in what was originally a YMCA building, the Harbor Court is the only hotel in San Francisco with a location right on the waterfront."
Time Out
"On the Embarcadero waterfront, Harbor Court is something of an undiscovered treat." Full review
Star Service
"It is in a relatively off-the-map locale for tourists and despite the recent loss of Kimpton it remains a prize that resides blissfully beneath the radar for most out-of-towners. " Full review
Gayot
"This hotel is situated one block off the Embarcadero near the Bay Bridge, and therefore has one of the best bayside views the city can offer."