Situated in northern California's Bay Area, San Francisco features luxurious boutique hotels near attractions such as the downtown theater district and Fort Mason. The hotels are also within close proximity to upscale retail stores and dining establishments on Union Square and Pier 39. Many of San Francisco's attractions can be accessed from the hotel via the Muni Metro rail transit system.
The Hotel Bijou is a classic Hollywood-themed boutique hotel in San Francisco's Financial District, and it is within walking distance of the upscale shops and restaurants on Union Square. The Hollywood influence in the hotel can be seen in the interior décor of the guest rooms and public areas, which consists of portraits of movie stars. The hotel also has a mini-theater that shows movies filmed in San Francisco. Other amenities include concierge service, valet parking and access to Wi-Fi Internet. The 65 guest rooms have work desks, cable televisions and all of the guest rooms are nonsmoking.
Hotel Bijou
111 Mason St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-771-1200
hotelbijou.com
The Hotel Vertigo in the Nob Hill neighborhood features eclectic, contemporary-style décor and artwork in the hotel's guest rooms and public areas. Hotel amenities include valet parking, access to Wi-Fi Internet, free local calls and daily newspapers in the lobby area. All of the guest rooms are nonsmoking. Pets may stay for an extra fee. Each guest room has a coffeemaker, work desk, flat-screen television and full-size beds. Some of the rooms have living room areas. The hotel is only a 15-minute walk from the San Francisco Theater District, home to the American Conservatory Theater.
Hotel Vertigo
940 Sutter St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-885-6800
hotelvertigosf.com
Situated in the Pacific Heights neighborhood, the Hotel Drisco is within walking distance of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. This park has walking and bicycling paths, and it is home to the Presidio of San Francisco and the Walt Disney Family Museum. The hotel was built in 1903, and it offers amenities such as complimentary shuttle service to the Downtown area, free gourmet breakfast, concierge desk, fitness room and a business center with fax services. The 48 guest rooms features complimentary bathrobes, high-def televisions with DVD player, free access to Wi-Fi Internet and in-room DVDs free of charge.
Hotel Drisco
2901 Pacific Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-346-2880
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The luxurious Argonaut Hotel, located on the Fisherman's Wharf, is a Kimpton hotel, and it features amenities such as a fitness room, limousine transportation service, valet parking and a business center with fax services. The hotel also offers a wine hour every evening in the hotel lobby. Blue Mermaid, the on-site restaurant, serves seafood cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day of the week. Pets may stay for free, and the hotel provides pet food and bedding upon request. The guest rooms have flat-screen televisions and work desks, while the suites have king-size beds and whirlpool tubs. The hotel is within walking distance of Fort Mason and the shops and restaurants at Pier 39.
Argonaut Hotel
495 Jefferson St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
866-415-0704
argonauthotel.com