Hotel Zephyr San FranciscovsThe Orchard Garden Hotel
Hotel Zephyr and Orchard Garden Hotel are both praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Orchard Garden Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Zephyr. Orchard Garden Hotel is ranked #11 in San Francisco with approval from 16 sources such as Frommer's, Concierge and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
250 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
From $170/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
Star Service
"Situated between Powell and Mason streets, this modest midrange property is the only hotel besides the Argonaut with direct access to the promenade." Full review
Zagat
3.8
""Right at the Wharf", this "convenient", "welcoming" Radisson outpost features "well-appointed" "modern" rooms with "great" beds, free WiFi and "excellent" Bay views."
Gayot
"Launched in June 2015, the Hotel Zephyr put a brand new spin on the former Radisson Hotel at Fisherman’s Wharf."
Star Service
"Situated between Powell and Mason streets, this once modest midrange property has moved up a notch in the ranks with the latest round of renovations." Full review
Jetsetter
"Whimsical nautically themed hotel at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf, with a playful spirit, a game room, and an outdoor terrace." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"In a handy location by Fisherman's Wharf, this zany hotel is artful yet unpretentious." Full review
Fodor's
"Directly facing Alcatraz, this former Radisson occupies a city block at Fisherman's Wharf and boasts vast, unobstructed views of the bay and an edgy, yet playful tribute to shipyards." Full review
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Avoid sticker shock at their parking rates ($55) and leave the car at home.
Lonely Planet
"Rooms are fresh and spiffy, with up-to-date amenities, including smart TVs that link with your devices. Best rooms face the water." Full review
The Orchard Garden Hotel Show All Reviews
466 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"This groundbreaking hotel is a leader in energy-efficient environmental design... the hotel has much going for it, including a full slate of electronics and organic bath products in each room."
Michelin Guide
"This eco-chic boutique hotel brings a much-needed dose of oxygen to the hustle and bustle of downtown."
Frommer's
"Going green doesn't mean you have to cut back on comfort... Egyptian cotton linen on the king-size bed, real feather down in the pillows, Aveda bath products, and plush spa-style robes in the closet." Full review
Concierge
"Best of all, this Union Square hotel saves not only the planet but also your wallet."
Fodor's
"Feel virtuous and eco-friendly by staying at the first San Francisco hotel built to environmentally stringent LEED specifications." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Set in San Francisco’s tiny, unofficial French Quarter, the Orchard Garden feels exactly like a spiffy little Left Bank hotel—one that’s LEED certified." Full review
Time Out
"Opened in 2007, the Orchard Garden was only the fourth hotel in the world to win LEED... certification, meaning it was designed according to strict environmental standards." Full review
Star Service
"This well-situated hotel is in the middle of the so-called French Quarter and just a few doors from the carved Foo dogs guarding Chinatown's ornate dragon gate; Union Square is a four-block walk." Full review
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The granite-trimmed baths have organic EO toiletries, robes (slippers upon request) and hair dryers.
Gayot
"Opened in 2006, this 86-room hotel was built from the ground up following environmentally sensitive building practices."
BlackBook
"Elegant lobby, restaurant and spacious uber-insulated guest rooms decorated in soothing colors and fabrics."