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1 Hotel San FranciscovsInterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel and InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco are both rated highly by writers. On balance, Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel ranks significantly higher than InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel scores 94 with accolades from 20 sources like Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Concierge.
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8 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
From $219/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
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"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."
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
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1 Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
From $161/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
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"Once the chic choice of writers and movie stars, this grand, castle-like hotel... is more corporate these days in both clientele and design."
"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.
"Nearly every room has a stunning view and some luxe touches, like Frette linens."
"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
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"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
"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
"Known simply as "The Mark Hopkins," this nineteen-story hotel has been a San Francisco favorite for decades."
"Detractors call it staid, but its timeless Nob Hill elegance is precisely why others (including Michelle Obama) love it." Full review
"Rising up from the top of Nob Hill, the elegant InterContinental Mark Hopkins has a deep history in San Francisco." Full review
"Grand architecture and old world charm set atop Nob Hill make this one of San Francisco’s most classic luxury hotels." Full review