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Terrace/patio

Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,557 reviews)
"Beautiful suites, helpful staff"
United States
Jeri
The price is £260
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Fairmont San Francisco
Bar (on property)

Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location close to stadium"
United States
Javier
The price is £194
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Taj Campton Place
View from property

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, (1,017 reviews)
"Love the indoor pool! Hotel is spotless. Staff warm and welcoming. Room service breakfast was delicious"
United States
Michael
The price is £317
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Terrace/patio

Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Claremont Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,050 reviews)
"It was an excellent stay. All the hotel staff were very helpful and accommodating."
United States
Ashish
The price is £275
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Claremont Resort & Club
Exterior

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 £353
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Terrace/patio

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 £423
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (579 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anthony
The price is £350
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
1 Hotel San Francisco
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Napa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Service and amenities were impeccable. Beautiful property."
United States
Jacob
The price is £690
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Rooftop terrace

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, (1,005 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 £405
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Exterior

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 £428
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
The St. Regis San Francisco
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

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
21 Jul - 22 Jul
The Huntington Hotel
Couples treatment room(s), steam room, body treatments, hydrotherapy

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
Exterior

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
5.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (407 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
Property entrance

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
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hotel Drisco
Front of property

Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion

Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion
5.0 star property
Western Addition
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (240 reviews)
"Great property great staff. "
United States
Vanessa
The price is £302
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion
Deluxe House | Living room | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, pay films, streaming services

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
5.0 star property
Dimond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The unit was extremely clean and having access to a garage was definitely a plus for our stay! Nice touches, especially coffee / tea , snacks, and a well equipped kitchen made us feel welcomed the minute we stepped through the door. A+"
United States
Camille
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
5.0 star property
Dimond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Cleanliness, amenities, staff. It was a really great stay."
United States
Phyllis
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
The price is £210 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£210
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalised downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theatre, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful suites, helpful staff"
Jeri 4-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Fairmont San Francisco

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How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in San Rafael?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in San Rafael?
Faultless guest service is the hallmark of every 5-star hotel in San Rafael. From the moment you enter the lobby, staff attend to your every need, whether recommending activities and tours or providing a turn-down service. Plus, hotels have to feature upscale conveniences to be eligible for a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bathrobes, on-site spa facilities, pools, fine dining kitchens and knowledgeable concierge.
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