The St. Regis San FranciscovsHotel Emblem San Francisco
Both properties are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, The St. Regis San Francisco scores significantly better than Hotel Rex San Francisco. The St. Regis San Francisco is ranked #1 in San Francisco with endorsements from 22 reviewers including Time Out, goop and Lonely Planet.
The St. Regis San Francisco Show All Reviews
125 Third Street, San Francisco, CA
From $400/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"Visually stunning modern design aesthetics – it’s almost like staying inside a work of art."
Michelin Guide
"This temple of sophistication is a perfect example of why SoMa is so hot."
Frommer's
"The latest in full-blown high-tech luxury is yours at this über-chic 40-story SoMa tower." Full review
Concierge
"Staying here can feel a little like you've discovered how to control others with your mind: Your desires are often fulfilled before you knew you had them."
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Request a room not facing Third Street if you're a light sleeper, though you'll sacrifice the gorgeous west-facing view of Twin Peaks.
Fodor's
"Though this may be the most luxurious hotel in the city, guests often remark that it's hipper and more modern than other hotels in the St. Regis chain." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Built in 2005, the St. Regis offers the best in luxury." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Directly adjacent to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, this hotel is the true epitome of luxury – their butler service brings “any request and whim to realization.”"
Star Service
"St. Regis San Francisco harbors public space and guest rooms on the first 20 floors, and floors 22 and above anchor some of the city's most expensive "sky-homes."" Full review
Gayot
"Next door to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, this St. Regis comprises the historic, early twentieth-century Williams building and a new, forty-story tower."
BlackBook
"SF’s ultra-luxe 40-story SoMa sensation, replete with 24-hour butlers, leather textured walls, screw-free artwork and postcard views."
Hotel Emblem San Francisco Show All Reviews
562 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"It’s retained its retro, gentlemen’s club feel and literary theme."
Michelin Guide
"If you've ever found yourself wishing you could have just one night with Gertrude Stein, Ernest Hemingway, or F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Rex is for you."
Frommer's
"Joie de Vivre (JDV), the most creative hotel group in the city, is the brains behind this cleverly restored historic building... In a great location." Full review
Fodor's
"At this stylish, literary-themed hotel... paintings and shelves of antiquarian books line the "library," a homey lobby lounge where book readings and roundtable discussions take place." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This pleasant hotel has with rooms painted in rich colors and the walls embellished with the works of local artists."
Star Service
"This is San Francisco's hip-pocket version of New York's Algonquin, an unpretentious outpost with a literary lilt and lots of authentic Bohemian patina." Full review
Gayot
"Literati, take note. Modeled after New York's famous Algonquin, this salon-style hotel from Joie de Vivre gets its inspiration from literary salons of the 1920s and '30s."
BlackBook
"Based on literary salons of mid-20th century and modeled after New York’s Algonquin, complete with jazz artists in the lobby lounge every Friday evening."
Zagat
3.8
"Taking a page from 1920s literary salons, this "charmingly" vintage Downtown boutique is known for "lovely", "eccentric" touches."
Lonely Planet
"Despite their compact size, rooms feel inviting for their sunny colors, hand-painted lampshades and works by local artists." Full review