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Omni San Francisco HotelvsPhoenix Hotel

Both properties are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Omni San Francisco Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Phoenix Hotel SF. Omni San Francisco Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 87 with positive reviews from 12 publications including Jetsetter, Zagat and Travel + Leisure.

Omni San Francisco Hotel
8/10
500 California Street, San Francisco, CA
From $191/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's 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 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 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 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 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 Gayot
"This 1926 Florentine Renaissance-style landmark building boasts classic decor, ornate crown moldings and public areas dominated by excellent city views."
Zagat 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 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 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 Jetsetter
"A renovated bank building-turned-hotel brings a Renaissance Florence feel to the Financial District." Full review
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Phoenix Hotel
8/10
601 Eddy Street, San Francisco, CA
From $139/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"This raucous retro motel conversion features a mixed gay-straight clientele and has been a favourite with touring bands for years."
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Ask for the “Headliner Suite”, which sports a separate living room.
Frommer's Frommer's
"If you'd like to tell your friends you stayed in the same hotel as David Bowie, Keanu Reeves, Moby, Franz Ferdinand, and Interpol, this is the place to go." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"If you're looking for a romantic hideaway, the Phoenix is not for you. If you want to party like a rock star, you've found the place."
Fodor's Fodor's
"A magnet for the hip at heart and ultracool... the Phoenix isn't the best choice for those seeking peace and quiet." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This funky two-story motel, in the heart of the Tenderloin District, conjures up images of old Route 66."
Time Out Time Out
"Add funky styling to affordable rates and parking for tour buses in a 'gritty' neighbourhood, then sit back and watch the hipsters roll in." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Situated on the edge of the Tenderloin, the Phoenix was once a 1950s cinderblock motel known for its Magic Fingers beds."
BlackBook BlackBook
"Retro ‘50s no-fuss tropical bungalows. Think Palm Springs on a foggy day."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This historic motor lodge is infamous for housing dozens of rock star musicians over the last five decades." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
6.0
"Channel your inner rock star at this edgy boutique hotel in the down-and-out Tenderloin, not far from Union Square." Full review
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