Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at EmbarcaderovsWashington Square Inn
Both hotels are praised by experts. On balance, Loews Regency San Francisco is preferred by most reviewers compared to Washington Square Inn. Loews Regency San Francisco is ranked #11 in San Francisco with positive reviews from 14 reviews like Frommer's, Forbes Travel Guide and Time Out.
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero Show All Reviews
222 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA
From $332/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"San Francisco's best hotel with a view, this Mandarin Oriental property occupies the top 11 floors of the city's third-tallest building."
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For the best sightlines and more elbow room, request a corner location—these have bridge-to-bridge vistas.
DK Eyewitness
"Particularly convenient for business travelers, Mandarin Oriental is first class in every respect."
Time Out
"Few hotels in the world can boast such extraordinary views, or such decadent means of enjoying them, as the Mandarin Oriental." Full review
Zagat
4.7
""On the top floors of a skyscraper", this "sophisticated" Downtown "standout" is "close to heaven", with "exquisite" quarters featuring "gorgeous" marble bathrooms."
Condé Nast Traveler
"A total makeover of the first Mandarin Oriental property in the United States (opened in 1987), with 158 redesigned rooms and lobby, a brand-new spa, and a reimagined restaurant." Full review
Gayot
"This hotel opened with a bang as the Mandarin Oriental in 1987, and today, as a Loews Regency, it continues to compete with its luxury counterparts in the area of distinction."
Star Service
"The hotel's superlative contemporary design, reputable dining and soigne service are San Francisco treats." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Top-of-the-world views, and the rooms are ranked in price accordingly." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"It’s no secret San Francisco has some of the world’s most stunning vistas and guests at Loews Regency San Francisco Hotel will certainly get an eyeful." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Service is a signature here, where gorgeous rooms styled with a simple elegance and a natural palette offer a respite from the Financial District’s hustle and bustle." Full review
Washington Square Inn
1660 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA
From $105/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Rough Guide
Star
"This B&B-style hotel overlooking Washington Square has large, airy rooms decorated in modern shades of taupe and cream."
Frommer's
"This small, comely, European-style bed-and-breakfast is ideal for older couples who prefer a quieter, more subdued environment than the commotion of downtown San Francisco." Full review
Fodor's
"Overlooking the tree-lined park of its namesake and surrounded by fine shops and cafés, this gracious corner B&B sits at the foot of Telegraph Hill in the heart of North Beach." Full review
Lonely Planet
"On leafy, sun-dappled Washington Square, this inn looks decidedly European and caters to the over-40 set." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"One of the few hotels in the North Beach area, this is the only one facing Washington Square Park, where you can watch people practicing Tai Chi or strolling around the park."
Time Out
"Close to one of San Francisco's prettiest urban parks, in a quiet part of North Beach, this is a convivial little inn." Full review
Gayot
"Europe meets the San Francisco Bay in this cozy bed-and-breakfast-style inn."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The intimate, 15-room Washington Square Inn features Edwardian architectural designs, European antiques, and a fireplace lounge and dining room." Full review