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5 star

1 Hotel San Francisco
4.4/555 Reviews

1 Hotel San Francisco

South of Market San Francisco|0.75km from Embarcadero
My favorite hotel I’ve ever stayed at. Gorgeous, clean, and a wonderful location. The restaurant was wonderful, and so was our server (Kayla I think?). Just a beautiful, enjoyable stay. My only wish is that it was more natural light in the room, but it’s the name of the game in city hotels. I am now a forever 1 Hotel convert. Also immediately bought a 70oz Santal candle in an effort to recreate the scent of the lobby in my home! I felt like I was in a spa the entire length of my stay. Run, don’t walk, to this hotel!
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
4.6/5122 Reviews

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|0.8km from Embarcadero
Four Seasons at Embarcadero was simply not worthy of a five-stars hotel. I’ve even completed a survey at the end of our stay which not the general manager reached out instead the administrative assistant. After my message revealing it was a generic response from her, she ghosted right after. Do you think that warranted five-stars for ghosting a guest that just stayed at your property? No. Obviously they simply do not care, which was an utter shame. In addition to that, the check-in process was a complete mess (checking in twice on the same day), room wasn’t ready close to 5pm (despite being asked by their team a couple of days when we will be arriving) and customer service simply was not that of five-stars. Sure, the suite was lovely and so were the corner views but despite how well done those points were - without customer service and being organized and on top of your game, it didn’t warrant five stars at all for a Four Seasons property. For such a pretty penny, this felt like highway robbery.
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
4.5/5137 Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|1.2km from Embarcadero
5 A RITZ CARLTON OF THE BEST ! Room , big , silent Good bed big and comfortable I was given late check out . I am a member of BonVoy ( is chain belongs) Beautiful the flavor inside I ask additional water and bring you to touch , the same with any amenities , I asked a refrigerator to / store medicine and brought it to touch Located close to everything ( China Town and shopping centre ) Welcome you when you pass the front desk , Always !!! ( Good day ) They are very careful to please you Conserjeria excellent tips Sorry that the city SFCO , this fall ( homeless mike , and not so safe at night )
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
4.3/5114 Reviews

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

South of Market San Francisco|1.29km from Embarcadero
A hotel with a long history, the public area perfectly preserves the grandeur of the past, but the rooms... are more like the bedrooms of palace servants? The room was clean and tidy, but not ”palace”.
Fairmont San Francisco
4/5117 Reviews

Fairmont San Francisco

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|1.36km from Embarcadero
I had a fantastic time at this hotel. I booked a fairmont exterior king room with a view. The room itself was nice but what I really liked was the walk in wardrobe and luxurious marble bathroom with his and hers sinks. Breakfast at the hotel and dinner in the Tonga room was also really good. Customer Service was top dollar. The only criticisms I would have are that:- 1) There was only one functioning lift from the main foyer to hotel rooms, 2) upon checking in a hold fee of $100 per night is placed on your debit/ credit card (only returnable 5-7 days after departure) and 3) some of the meals were overpriced, I was charged approx $55 for a medium sized pizza and bottle of water on one night. Overall, enjoyed my stay and would return.
Taj Campton Place
4.5/5104 Reviews

Taj Campton Place

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|1.37km from Embarcadero
Another disappointing experience. The booking price was more than 4,000 and one night. I thought it was better than Liz. The result was that I found a Samsung hotel and the front desk offered two thousand. Two big and one small gave two single bed rooms, the front desk means to act according to the order. She has no responsibility. The room we booked is wrong. The problem is that Ctrip can answer that I have paid such a high price. I can't get the corresponding service because I chose the wrong one? At checkout, there was an additional $30 in facility fees per day, but the Ritz Hotel did not. According to Ctrip's regulations, this fee is paid separately by me. Ctrip defines the rules as perfect for themselves, without any problems. I just want to remind you that it is very simple for me. I paid a high premium. My expectation is to get better service. I can live comfortably in two big and small, I will not spend too much time researching. How big is the bed, and there is an extra cost to pay. Where can I provide a satisfactory reservation service, I am going to book it, but Ctrip is obviously not. Thank you, goodbye Ctrip.

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W San Francisco
4.3/5135 Reviews

W San Francisco

South of Market San Francisco|1.55km from Embarcadero
I used to be a frequent guest at the W SF back when it was Starwood but had not visited since Marriott took over the W Brand. I did try and stay last year but before arriving I read that the restaurant was closed and I asked the hotel what they were doing as an alternative, but they had absolutely nothing for Platinum Breakfast (other than 1k points per stay which is a HUGE downgrade), so I opted for another hotel. I had high expectations for this stay as I had previously loved this hotel, but as a frequent traveler in Marriott brands and having one of their Highest Elite traveler statuses (and staying at W Brands lately), I knew service levels were still suffering post pandemic. Unfortunately, it started low right from the beginning. I had confirmed a Studio Suite in advance. When I arrived, I was given a corner room that almost seemed smaller than standard rooms (Room 2109). I inquired about upgrades to larger rooms, and I was told no, because it was a busy weekend, and nothing would be available. I checked on the app and saw that every room type was available for the length of my stay and beyond. I was basically DOWNGRADED. Once settling into the room, then I realized the major issues. Smaller rooms should be easier to clean, right? Well, this one not only had carpet stains, but I quickly found out that the ”Marriott Commitment to Clean” was actually a Commitment to Ignore. Not only were their stains on the carpet and dust and dirt in the windowsills, I found a previous guest's room keys sitting on the counter. Obviously, the room was just ”re-set” and not inspected or cleaned at all. I guess the promised sanitizing was out of the question. We then went to get some ice and noticed that the ice bucket was half filled with standing water. It was disgusting! Thats not the worst part, I then found a pair of women's ”play-style” lingerie slightly soiled sitting on the floor by the sofa. I mentioned the cleanliness issues to the Front Desk, but the representative simply stared at me and then asked if there was anything else I needed? I should have been a bit more insistent that they take it down, but I was so shocked I did not. The room setup, although smaller than what I wanted and pre-confirmed, was also not great. There is no storage at all other than the closet. There are no drawers at all or other places to keep clothes or anything else. If you have two suitcases, you are going to have to keep them out as there is no place to put them in the closet. Other than the Front Desk and Room Condition, we had a nice stay, although the Room is really what we paid for. The rest of the staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful. The breakfast staff were great, and the food was amazing! Kudos for them for sure! Actually, the only place I was every recognized or thanked for being a Marriott Elite was from the hostess at Breakfast. The bellhop was also quite nice and helpful when we checked-out and needed to store lugga

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Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco
4/5113 Reviews

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|0.52km from Embarcadero
Lots of little touches that make this hotel stand out from the rest. The location is excellent, 5 minute walk to the metro station, shopping centre, restaurants and ferry terminal. Free self serve laundry, which was perfect for us as we were in the middle of a big trip. Vending machine downstairs which was very reasonably priced. Free coffee in the lounge area. Staff were very helpful too and more than happy to answer any questions and give recommendations. My only slight gripe would be that the rooms were a bit small, but I’d have no hesitation in booking this hotel again in the future.
Hyatt Regency San Francisco
4.3/5120 Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|0.59km from Embarcadero
The room has been remodeled since the beginning of 22, so the room is very clean. I have experienced satisfactory service like Hyatt. It's a safe location, so it's good for travel.
Green Tortoise Hostel
4.4/520 Reviews

Green Tortoise Hostel

North Beach San Francisco|0.67km from Embarcadero
If you love the experience of a European hostel with the comforts and convenience of an American lodging, this is the place to go. For starters, Space: the common room which I assume used to be a ballroom is very spacious and serves as dining as well.(btw, don’t miss the complimentary breakfast they offer in the morning.) the ample seating serves as a great atmosphere for meeting other people. While other people complain about how dated the decor is, I think it adds to the homeliness and novelty of it. Plenty of solo use bathrooms on each floor. And the beds are quite spacious. Location:it’s situated right next to Chinatown which is great for when you’re craving a quick Dimsum. It’s also a nice 15 minute walk to the piers. I would absolutely suggest using the trams to get to the west side of of San Francisco ie the bridge or presidio, but I’m a walker so it took me a good 1.5 hours which was a good workout. Staff: they were very friendly and informative as well as helpful so absolutely no complaints there. Security: I believe the doors stay locked after 1800 which require code or fob access. They make you wear a tag to identify you as a lodger which is added security. All in all a great experience, I would definitely come back here for my San Francisco trips.it’s by far one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in.
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
4.1/571 Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|0.72km from Embarcadero
Not far from metro and in Chinatown. The area is a bit dodgy at night though. Window curtains were quite dirty. But the bed is very comfortable and the view is great. I would stay again
ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel
4.4/527 Reviews

ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|0.84km from Embarcadero
It was my first time to the bay area. Came into town to see the Grateful Dead. Hostel was in a great location, very accessible, clean comfortable beds, great staff. Had a great stay and really enjoyed my time here. Meet a lot of cool interesting people, and everyone was very kind and delightful.
Omni San Francisco
4.6/5101 Reviews

Omni San Francisco

San Francisco Downtown San Francisco|0.85km from Embarcadero
Location is good, not far away, parking is more expensive, no breakfast, there is a kettle to call, the service is very good, we need to use the microwave oven to quickly send to the room, the room height is higher, American style, the bed is very Very comfortable and comfortable, in short, cost-effective in American hotels

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Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

4.6/5122 Reviews
San Francisco Downtown
Four Seasons at Embarcadero was simply not worthy of a five-stars hotel. I’ve even completed a survey at the end of our stay which not the general manager reached out instead the administrative assistant. After my message revealing it was a generic response from her, she ghosted right after. Do you think that warranted five-stars for ghosting a guest that just stayed at your property? No. Obviously they simply do not care, which was an utter shame. In addition to that, the check-in process was a complete mess (checking in twice on the same day), room wasn’t ready close to 5pm (despite being asked by their team a couple of days when we will be arriving) and customer service simply was not that of five-stars. Sure, the suite was lovely and so were the corner views but despite how well done those points were - without customer service and being organized and on top of your game, it didn’t warrant five stars at all for a Four Seasons property. For such a pretty penny, this felt like highway robbery.
Stanford Court Hotel

Stanford Court Hotel

4.6/5133 Reviews
San Francisco Downtown
Lovely hotel, in a great location, good access for the city, comfortable with great communal spaces. The staff are all really friendly and helpful, 2 people of note to mention The guy behind the bar is brilliant, knowledgable, friendly and funny, a real pleasure. There is a (really) young lady on reception/check-in, she is lovely and I don't want to knock her, but she needs more training, her default is to say no to everything, not because she is being difficult, I just don't think she has the knowledge or authority to find solutions. It makes it frustrating for me as the customer and I'm sure, for her, trying to deal with people and not resolving issues. It makes you avoid her and wait for someone else to deal with. The Concierge and Valet Parking staff were brilliant, took away all the thinking on parking and restaurants etc. We would definitely stay here again if in San Fransisco
Hotel Ikon

Hotel Ikon

3.3/585 Reviews
San Francisco Downtown
My room and furnishings were acceptable for my four day business stay. The room door has large gaps around it, though. This permits all hallway noise to be heard in the room. Worse, it allows all the ********* smoke into the room. My coworker was two floors up from me and complainedbabout the same issue I had trouble sleeping because the ********* smoke was so thick in my room. I stuck a towel under the room door, where the biggest gap was, but I had nothing to block the gaps on the top or the sides of the door. Without the ********* smoke issue and some noise issues, I would recommend Hotel Icon to male travelers.
Royal Pacific Motor Inn

Royal Pacific Motor Inn

3.9/5103 Reviews
San Francisco Downtown
Stayed for two nights, it's okay. I can't ask too much. I'm bringing my own toiletries. Most hotels don't provide mineral water. No, it's better in the location and free parking.
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

4.1/571 Reviews
San Francisco Downtown
Not far from metro and in Chinatown. The area is a bit dodgy at night though. Window curtains were quite dirty. But the bed is very comfortable and the view is great. I would stay again
Green Tortoise Hostel

Green Tortoise Hostel

4.4/520 Reviews
North Beach
If you love the experience of a European hostel with the comforts and convenience of an American lodging, this is the place to go. For starters, Space: the common room which I assume used to be a ballroom is very spacious and serves as dining as well.(btw, don’t miss the complimentary breakfast they offer in the morning.) the ample seating serves as a great atmosphere for meeting other people. While other people complain about how dated the decor is, I think it adds to the homeliness and novelty of it. Plenty of solo use bathrooms on each floor. And the beds are quite spacious. Location:it’s situated right next to Chinatown which is great for when you’re craving a quick Dimsum. It’s also a nice 15 minute walk to the piers. I would absolutely suggest using the trams to get to the west side of of San Francisco ie the bridge or presidio, but I’m a walker so it took me a good 1.5 hours which was a good workout. Staff: they were very friendly and informative as well as helpful so absolutely no complaints there. Security: I believe the doors stay locked after 1800 which require code or fob access. They make you wear a tag to identify you as a lodger which is added security. All in all a great experience, I would definitely come back here for my San Francisco trips.it’s by far one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in.

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Brief Description of Embarcadero:

Welcome to Embarcadero, a vibrant waterfront district located in San Francisco. With its stunning views of the Bay and iconic landmarks, Embarcadero offers a unique blend of history, culture, and entertainment. This bustling neighborhood is known for its lively atmosphere, diverse dining options, and exciting attractions. Whether you're strolling along the waterfront, exploring the Ferry Building Marketplace, or enjoying a scenic bike ride, Embarcadero promises an unforgettable experience for visitors.

Must-Experience Things and Uniqueness of Embarcadero:

  • Take a leisurely walk or bike ride along the Embarcadero Promenade, offering breathtaking views of the Bay Bridge and San Francisco skyline.
  • Visit the iconic Ferry Building Marketplace, a food lover's paradise with a wide array of gourmet shops, eateries, and a farmers market.
  • Explore the Exploratorium, a hands-on science museum that offers interactive exhibits for all ages.
  • Indulge in a delicious seafood meal at one of the waterfront restaurants, serving fresh catch from the Bay.
  • Enjoy a relaxing ferry ride to Alcatraz Island and discover the history of the infamous prison.
  • Catch a Giants baseball game at Oracle Park, located just a short walk away from Embarcadero.

Better to Know Before Visiting Embarcadero:

  • Embarcadero can get crowded, especially during weekends and peak tourist seasons, so plan your visit accordingly.
  • The weather can be unpredictable, so it's advisable to carry layers and be prepared for changes in temperature.
  • Parking can be challenging in the area, so consider using public transportation or opting for hotel parking facilities.
  • Be cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas and keep your belongings secure.
  • Check the timing of events and festivals happening in Embarcadero, as they can enhance your experience.

Transportation Near Embarcadero:

  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - Approximately 14 miles away from Embarcadero.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) - Approximately 19 miles away from Embarcadero.
  • San Francisco Caltrain Station - Located within walking distance from Embarcadero.
  • BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) - Embarcadero station is conveniently located in the heart of the neighborhood.

Tips for Booking Hotels Near Embarcadero in San Francisco:

  • Choose a hotel that offers stunning views of the Bay or is within walking distance of Embarcadero attractions.
  • Consider the amenities offered by the hotels, such as complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi, and fitness facilities.
  • Check for any special discounts or packages available for Embarcadero visitors.
  • Read reviews and ratings of the hotels to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
  • Book in advance to secure the best rates and availability.
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