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A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.

1. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,626 reviews)
"I had a great stay"
United States
Monique
The price is HK$1,482
HK$2,160 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairmont San Francisco
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

2. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"A slightly older hotel, but still in good condition. Excellent rooms, much larger than new alternatives, great staff and super location"
United States
Peter Michael
The price is HK$1,299
HK$1,802 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Taj Campton Place
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.

3. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a great place!!!!!!!!!"
United States
NELSON PEREZ
The price is HK$2,393
HK$3,185 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.

4. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large room & kind staff."
United States
Tracy L.
The price is HK$3,241
HK$4,192 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.

5. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Four Seasons is our go-to hotel for most trips because of their professional management and fantastic restaurants."
United States
Sun Ding
The price is HK$4,000
HK$5,169 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.

6. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Small but nice"
United States
Seo Yong
The price is HK$3,700
HK$4,354 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.

7. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (647 reviews)
"Always a fantastic and relaxing place to stay."
United States
Susan D
The price is HK$2,739
HK$3,667 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
1 Hotel San Francisco
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

8. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,495 reviews)
"Great hotel with friendly staff and clean rooms"
United States
Kai
The price is HK$1,052
HK$1,159 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.

9. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"History like"
United States
Liya
The price is HK$6,266
HK$7,791 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Huntington Hotel
An outdoor dining area with a view of a vineyard and a lake.

10. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (751 reviews)
"Always great to be back here. The staff is amazing."
Thailand
Juthapohn
The price is HK$3,835
HK$4,936 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The St. Regis San Francisco
An outdoor dining area with stone walls, fire pits, and wooden tables and chairs.

11. Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
5.0 star property
East Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (725 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Will visit again."
United States
Soneli
The price is HK$3,294
HK$3,745 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
A large, multi-story hotel with a golf course and beach views.

12. The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5.0 star property
Ocean Colony
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"The best hotel ever!"
United States
Alix
The price is HK$6,200
HK$7,845 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging plants.

13. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
5.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Great grounds and pool."
United States
Onur
The price is HK$1,524
HK$1,939 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating arrangement.

14. Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill
5.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304 reviews)
"Great staffs"
Canada
Bora
The price is HK$7,803
HK$9,621 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Rosewood Sand Hill
A restaurant with outdoor seating surrounded by a garden path and various plants.

15. Nobu Hotel Palo Alto

Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
5.0 star property
University South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"The staff is very nice. Excellent food. Clean property and nice."
Thailand
Icey Juthapohn
The price is HK$3,686
HK$4,265 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Nobu Hotel Palo Alto
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
5.0 star property
Western Addition
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Loved our stay will be back"
United States
Mary
The price is HK$2,092
HK$2,688 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sutter Mansion
A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

17. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
5.0 star property
Pacific Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (483 reviews)
"Great location amazing breakfast"
India
Anoop
The price is HK$5,075
HK$5,903 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Drisco
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a fire feature, and potted plants.

18. Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort

Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
5.0 star property
Palo Alto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"A very pleasant stay at this hotel…nice and quiet staff is super friendly and best of all its all inclusive. Service wise this is better than the four seasons palo alto"
United States
Vedder
The price is HK$5,499
HK$6,807 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Clement Palo Alto – All-Inclusive Urban Resort
A fire feature with a modern design, surrounded by outdoor seating with cushions, and a view of the water and distant landscape.

19. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
5.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (417 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Joy
The price is HK$6,423
HK$7,547 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
A modern living room with a black door, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a view of a street with buildings and parked cars.

20. 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
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HK$1,594 total
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