Omni San Francisco HotelvsSan Remo Hotel
Both properties are praised by experts. Overall, Omni San Francisco Hotel scores slightly higher than San Remo Hotel. Omni San Francisco Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with praise from 12 publications such as Star Service, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
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
San Remo Hotel Show All Reviews
2237 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA
From $121/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Rough Guide
"Known for its chatty, helpful staff... Rooms are cosy and chintzy."
Frommer's
"This small, European-style pensione is one of the best budget hotels in San Francisco." Full review
Fodor's
"Rooms are small but charming, with lace curtains, forest-green-painted wood floors, and brass beds and other antique furnishings." Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of the city's best values, the San Remo dates to 1906 and is long on old-fashioned charm." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The only budget hotel in the area, San Remo is a well-maintained Italianate building, and one of the first to be constructed following the earthquake and fire of 1906."
Gayot
"This lovely, restored Victorian hotel was built by the founder of Bank of America to house maritime workers displaced by the earthquake of 1906."
BlackBook
"One of the city’s best budget hotels in a perfect location near the heart of North Beach and Fisherman’s Wharf."
Oyster
Budget
"While charming, the San Remo's Victorian style -- with shared bathrooms, narrow hallways, and no elevator or air-conditioning -- is not for everyone." Full review
Time Out
"Although the rooms are on the small side and the spotless shower rooms are shared (there's also one bath), you would be hard-pressed to find a finer hotel in San Francisco at this price." Full review
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Ask for a room on the upper floor facing Mason Street or, if the penthouse is free, book it: it's so lovely you'll never want to leave.
Not For Tourists
"I'm not sure why the word "staycation" irks me, but then I suppose everyone has words that annoy them (the word "moist" also ranks high on my list). There are those whose idea of a..."