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Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San FranciscovsHotel Zephyr San Francisco
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Palace Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Zephyr. Palace Hotel comes in at 93 with approval from 18 reviewers like Forbes Travel Guide, Oyster and Time Out.
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
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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
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco Star Service
Zagat
Gayot Star Service
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The Telegraph Fodor's Lonely Planet
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
Zagat3.8
""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 Telegraph8.0
"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
