Stanford Court San FranciscovsWashington Square Inn
Both hotels are recommended by experts. On balance, Washington Square Inn ranks marginally higher than Stanford Court San Francisco. Washington Square Inn scores 77 with positive reviews from 8 reviews such as Gayot, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Stanford Court San Francisco
905 California Street, San Francisco, CA
From $649/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"The fairly sizeable rooms are a relative bargain for Nob Hill."
Frommer's
"The Stanford Court has maintained a long and discreet reputation as one of San Francisco's most exclusive hotels." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"A historic property renovated in 2008, the Renaissance Stanford Court has several of the less endearing quirks of an older building but few of its vestigial charms." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel is positioned firmly in the convention category, relegated to middle management and midrange tourists clawing to experience what is now Nob Hill's skeletal luxury. " Full review
Zagat
4.3
"It's an "absolute pleasure" to stay nestled "on top of Nob Hill" at this "classy" Renaissance boutique exuding "charm and elegance" for an "expensive" price that's "well worth" it."
Fodor's
"The rooms, decorated in warm tones and furnished with handsome leather chairs and tasteful modern accessories, offer additional elegant touches like 300-thread-count Frette sheets." Full review
Gayot
"Located on the Powell Street cable car line, this hotel projects an image of refined luxury."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Sitting atop historically wealthy Nob Hill, this revamped boutique brings a modern millennial touch to the area, though its best asset remains the setting – sweeping city views and rumbling cable cars." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"The hotel still has the classic fountain in its port-cochere, but the lobby has a far more modern feel...all guest rooms; all 400 are now done in stark whites, subtle grays, and bold blues" Full review
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Guests can choose from four different kinds of pillows, including down and hypoallergenic.
U.S. News & World Report
20.0
"Offers boutique accommodations sandwiched between Chinatown and Nob Hill...three separate cable car lines run past this hotel, making it easy to get to San Francisco's most noteworthy sites." 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