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Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,555 reviews)
"Our stay was short, just one night, but the care and attentiveness from the check in experience forward made it a perfect end to our vacation!"
United States
Michelle
The price is £259
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Fairmont San Francisco

Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great bar area. Wonderful staff plus good food. "
United States
Lenora
The price is £182
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Taj Campton Place

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Love the indoor pool! Hotel is spotless. Staff warm and welcoming. Room service breakfast was delicious"
United States
Michael
The price is £306
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Claremont Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,048 reviews)
"It was an excellent stay. All the hotel staff were very helpful and accommodating."
United States
Ashish
The price is £274
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Claremont Resort & Club

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location! Wonderful staff and amenities, highly recommend this hotel for family visiting SF"
United States
Shristi
The price is £352
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Fabulous hotel in the middle of everything with a great staff."
United States
Brad
The price is £422
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
5.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Staff, food, and stay were great! "
United States
Joshua
The price is £180
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (578 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anthony
The price is £349
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
1 Hotel San Francisco

Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton

Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
5.0 star property
Central Napa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"A very luxurious place for a relaxing weekend getaway!"
United States
Raja
The price is £284
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Napa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"Service and amenities were impeccable. Beautiful property."
United States
Jacob
The price is £687
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay at this property. Helpful, polite, welcoming staff. Excellent food, clean rooms, comfortable bedding, beautiful views. If in SF again will rebook at this property."
United States
Razan
The price is £414
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Solage, Auberge Collection

Solage, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Calistoga
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (739 reviews)
"Everyone is helpful and goes beyond to make sure your stay is optimal. They have loaner cars and bikes on site, drinks upon arrival and the dress for dinner ranges from flip flops or workout clothes to dressy. The spa is top notch, you really don’t need to consider trying a different location."
United States
Jennifer
The price is £645
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Solage, Auberge Collection

The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (730 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful suits."
United States
John
The price is £413
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The St. Regis San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5.0 star property
Ocean Colony
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (682 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful views!"
United States
Osamu
The price is £950
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Perfect weekend stay. A great hotel.....happy it's back in operation after many years! Highly recommend!"
United States
Steven
The price is £566
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Huntington Hotel

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley
5.0 star property
Calistoga
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"What a wonderful stay. The accommodations were beautiful, the staff were friendly and helpful and the food was delicious."
United States
Brooke
The price is £945
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Napa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (378 reviews)
"Wonderful property"
United States
Ahan
The price is £609
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Carneros Resort and Spa

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
5.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (406 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, wonderful breakfast spots nearby. "
United States
Joshua
The price is £849
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
5.0 star property
Pacific Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (469 reviews)
"Beautiful old historic hotel at a wonderful setting"
United States
Tymon
The price is £538
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Drisco

Alila Napa Valley, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

Alila Napa Valley, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown St. Helena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"Great staff, room was amazing, and the atmosphere was fantastic "
United States
Paris
The price is £804
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Alila Napa Valley, a Hyatt Luxury Resort
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Northern California?
If you're on your way to the popular city of San Francisco in Northern California, Taj Campton Place is a favourite option. Other 5-star escapes here that receive rave reviews from Expedia customers are The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco and Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco. Whichever you choose, every aspect of your visit will be carefully curated to deliver an unforgettable experience.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Northern California?
How much you pay for a 5-star hotel in Northern California can vary according to when you decide to travel and how long you plan to be away, among several factors. Use our price per night filter and other search tools to land the best deal on a high-end getaway.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Northern California?
In Northern California, a hotel needs to offer a certain amount of top-notch amenities to earn a 5-star rating. These can include gourmet restaurants, on-site gyms, saunas and spas, luxury bathroom products, premium bedding and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their exceptional service. You can look forward to things like in-room massages, nightly turn-down services and concierge services. Some may also offer extra touches like welcome gifts.