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Our top choices for San Francisco 5-star hotels

A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.

1. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anthony
£265
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fairmont San Francisco
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.
A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.

2. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Nicole
£285
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
The entrance to the Taj Hotel in San Francisco, featuring a prominent blue awning and a red carpet leading to the doors.
A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.
A spacious lobby with a modern interior, featuring sofas, a coffee table, and a large mirror.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
Union Square
United States
Vince
£210
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Taj Campton Place
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.
A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a red chair, a white table, and a bowl of apples.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.

4. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Downtown San Francisco
United States
William
£388
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.
A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A spacious lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, a bar area, and a seating area with a coffee table.

5. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Simona
£374
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and television. There are chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a desk with a lamp. There is a bed with a white headboard and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by other high-rise structures.

6. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Vasilios
£428
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a curved wall decoration, hanging plants, and bar stools with woven backrests.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of city buildings.

7. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Ross
£432
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
1 Hotel San Francisco
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.
A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.

8. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Steven
£734
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Huntington Hotel
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.
A nighttime cityscape through a window, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a view of the urban landscape.
A modern dining area with a large wooden table, purple chairs, and pendant lighting.
A modern reception area with a round mirror, seating, and a wooden panel wall.

9. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Christopher
£427
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The St. Regis San Francisco
A covered outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table set for two, and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.
A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a lighthouse in the background.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.
A grand staircase with a modern design, flanked by two chairs and two potted plants.

10. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Janelle
£733
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.
A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

11. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Tymon
£556
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hotel Drisco
A grand wooden staircase with intricate balusters and a polished marble floor.
A large, historic building with multiple stories, prominent towers, and a grand entrance.
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A living room with a white sofa, red throw pillows, and a vase of white flowers on a glass table.

12. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
Western Addition
United States
Mary
£256
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Sutter Mansion
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What are the best 5-star hotels in San Francisco?
Taj Campton Place, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco and Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco are among the most popular 5-star hotels in San Francisco, according to reviews by our travellers. These plush hotels rate highly for things such as their location, conveniences and guest services. Book your favourite and enjoy the best of everything.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in San Francisco?
Faultless guest service is the defining feature of every 5-star hotel in San Francisco. From the minute you step through the door, staff attend to your every need, whether answering room service calls 24/7 or providing in-room massages. What's more, hotels have to feature superior amenities to be eligible for a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bathrooms, spas or saunas, swimming pools, gastronomic kitchens and knowledgeable concierge.

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