San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's WharfvsThe Orchard Garden Hotel
Both hotels are praised by writers. On balance, Orchard Garden Hotel ranks significantly better than San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf. Orchard Garden Hotel comes in at 88 with approval from 16 reviewers including National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler and Fodor's.
San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf
1250 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"Housed in a historic former Civil War barracks perched above the bay, and set between the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf, this is a choice option for outdoorsy travellers."
Fodor's
"After years of dust, the hotel has finally completed a slew of enhancements, making this property a good choice for families and business travelers wanting to be on the fringes of Fisherman's Wharf."
i
Splurge on a wharf-facing room on floors three and above for a quieter night's sleep.
DK Eyewitness
"Poised precisely between Fisherman’s Wharf and North Beach, the Marriott offers above-average accommodation in a central location."
Star Service
"This hotel may lack the colorful local flavor and epicenter location of the superior Argonaut, but it is a dependable bet that easily bests the Holiday Inn." Full review
Gayot
"This understated beige-stucco hotel is one of the largest in the Fisherman's Wharf area."
Zagat
4.0
""Take advantage" of being "right on Fisherman's Wharf" at this "well-maintained" Marriott, which is "fun" for a "weekend getaway"."
The Orchard Garden Hotel Show All Reviews
466 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"This groundbreaking hotel is a leader in energy-efficient environmental design... the hotel has much going for it, including a full slate of electronics and organic bath products in each room."
Michelin Guide
"This eco-chic boutique hotel brings a much-needed dose of oxygen to the hustle and bustle of downtown."
Frommer's
"Going green doesn't mean you have to cut back on comfort... Egyptian cotton linen on the king-size bed, real feather down in the pillows, Aveda bath products, and plush spa-style robes in the closet." Full review
Concierge
"Best of all, this Union Square hotel saves not only the planet but also your wallet."
Fodor's
"Feel virtuous and eco-friendly by staying at the first San Francisco hotel built to environmentally stringent LEED specifications." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Set in San Francisco’s tiny, unofficial French Quarter, the Orchard Garden feels exactly like a spiffy little Left Bank hotel—one that’s LEED certified." Full review
Time Out
"Opened in 2007, the Orchard Garden was only the fourth hotel in the world to win LEED... certification, meaning it was designed according to strict environmental standards." Full review
Star Service
"This well-situated hotel is in the middle of the so-called French Quarter and just a few doors from the carved Foo dogs guarding Chinatown's ornate dragon gate; Union Square is a four-block walk." Full review
i
The granite-trimmed baths have organic EO toiletries, robes (slippers upon request) and hair dryers.
Gayot
"Opened in 2006, this 86-room hotel was built from the ground up following environmentally sensitive building practices."
BlackBook
"Elegant lobby, restaurant and spacious uber-insulated guest rooms decorated in soothing colors and fabrics."