Omni San Francisco HotelvsParker Guest House
Both hotels are recommended by experts. On balance, Omni San Francisco Hotel ranks slightly higher than Parker Guest House. Omni San Francisco Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 87 with accolades from 12 sources such as Star Service, Jetsetter and Forbes Travel Guide.
Omni San Francisco Hotel Show All Reviews
500 California Street, San Francisco, CA
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Although the lobby's glittering crystal chandeliers... may hark back to an old-fashioned gentility, this 1926 redbrick-and-stone building... is now home to a modern luxury hotel." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 362-room Omni has spacious standard rooms and terrific service that's on par with some of San Francisco's best (and most expensive) hotels." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"First built as a bank in 1926, this 17-story Nob Hill hotel retains much of its original Renaissance-style architecture." Full review
Time Out
"With a great central location right on the cable car line, this business-friendly hotel is relatively new, but feels as though it's been part of the landscape for years." Full review
Star Service
"Located on the corner of Montgomery Street, this celebrated second-tier corporate house is in a 17-story circa-1926 former bank headquarters with a cable-car stop just outside the door." Full review
Gayot
"This 1926 Florentine Renaissance-style landmark building boasts classic decor, ornate crown moldings and public areas dominated by excellent city views."
Zagat
4.2
"From the "breathtaking" lobby to the "attentive", "efficient" service, this "lovely old" Downtowner – converted from a 1920s bank building to a "high-end" oasis."
Afar Magazine
"The Omni San Francisco’s central location in the Financial District makes it a popular destination among business travelers." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"When you walk into the Omni San Francisco Hotel in the bustling Financial District, you can’t help but feel as if you’ve stepped back to a simpler, grander time." Full review
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The menu offers more than six different cuts of steak to choose from and delicious sides like skillet-fried potatoes with sautéed onions and peppercorn gravy, and wedge salad with blue cheese dressing and bacon.
Jetsetter
"A renovated bank building-turned-hotel brings a Renaissance Florence feel to the Financial District." Full review
Parker Guest House Show All Reviews
520 Church Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
From $161/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
Rough Guide
Star
"This 21- room converted mansion is set in beautiful gardens and features ample common areas, a sunny breakfast room and a sauna; rooms are decorated in flower prints with down comforters."
Frommer's
"This is the best B&B option in the Castro, and one of the best in the entire city." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The Castro's most stately gay digs occupy two side-by-side 100-year-old Edwardian mansions." Full review
Gayot
"This 1909 Edwardian is a popular, gay-friendly, 21-room hotel in the heart of San Francisco's Castro District."
BlackBook
"Gay-friendly guesthouse at edge of Castro, one block from Dolores Park."
Fodor's
"Two yellow 1909 Edwardian houses enchant travelers wanting an authentic San Francisco experience." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"While geared toward to gay travelers, everyone is made to feel welcome at this three-pearl property." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A gay-friendly San Francisco hotel offering a genteel atmosphere, exceptionally friendly service, contemporary design and surrounding gardens, in the Mission district." Full review
Time Out
"A couple of blocks from the heart of the Castro, this smartly renovated Victorian (with an Edwardian annex) caters to gay and lesbian travellers, but everyone is welcome." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This 21-room guest house on Church Street offers a young, boutique atmosphere nestled between two of SF's most vibrant neighborhoods: the Castro and the Mission"
San Francisco Travel Guide
March 2, 2021