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InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG HotelvsThe Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco and The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco scores slightly better than The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square. InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco has a TripExpert Score of 85 with recommendations from 13 publications including Fodor's, Oyster and Jetsetter.
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Concierge
Fodor's
Oyster
Star Service
Gayot
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1 Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
From $161/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide "Once the chic choice of writers and movie stars, this grand, castle-like hotel... is more corporate these days in both clientele and design."
Frommer's "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.
Concierge "Nearly every room has a stunning view and some luxe touches, like Frette linens."
Fodor's "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
Oyster Upscale
"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
Star Service "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
Gayot "Known simply as "The Mark Hopkins," this nineteen-story hotel has been a San Francisco favorite for decades."
Lonely Planet "Detractors call it staid, but its timeless Nob Hill elegance is precisely why others (including Michelle Obama) love it." Full review
Afar Magazine "Rising up from the top of Nob Hill, the elegant InterContinental Mark Hopkins has a deep history in San Francisco." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Grand architecture and old world charm set atop Nob Hill make this one of San Francisco’s most classic luxury hotels." Full review
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square Rough Guide Frommer's Fodor's Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat Lonely Planet
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335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
From $163/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "This landmark hotel boasts an extravagant lobby, four restaurants and lounges, a fitness centre and spa."
Frommer's "At the turn of the 20th century, Charles T. Crocker and a few of his wealthy buddies decided that San Francisco needed a world-class hotel, and up went the St. Francis." Full review
Fodor's "Hollywood fan or not, everyone can appreciate the panache of this grand dame property." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Westin St. Francis offers four restaurants, the St. Francis Renewal & Westin Workout facility, and event space, and is close to the Financial District." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The best rooms have views of Union Square and the Michael Minna restaurant is one of the city’s best."
Gayot "One of San Francisco's most famous grand old hotels, this property is a destination unto itself."
BlackBook "Spectacular view that makes you feel like you own the city. Staff that makes you feel like you own them."
Zagat4.2
"“You can’t beat the location” of this Union Square “landmark”, an “elegant” 1,000-plus room property that mixes “old-fashioned charm with modern amenities.”"
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Though Westin beds set the industry standard for comfort, service is decidedly business-class, not first." Full review
Not For Tourists "In addition to being an elegant and charming remnant of San Francisco life circa 1904, there’s also some freaky glass elevators attached to the outside of the hotel. The cool thing is..."
