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Our top choices for San Francisco historic hotels

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Lobby lounge
Restaurant
Restaurant

1. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Julie
NT$5,616
NT$7,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
City view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Water view
Bar (on property)

2. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Michelle
NT$7,346
NT$10,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Argonaut Hotel
Front of property
Lobby
Exterior
Exterior

3. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Justin
NT$4,902
NT$7,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Terrace/patio
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served
Signature Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Bay View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Interior

4. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Joey
NT$8,055
NT$11,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Fairmont San Francisco
View from property
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar
Lobby
Lobby

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

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Jennifer
NT$10,142
NT$13,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
55-inch TV with digital channels, pay movies
Meeting facility
Room (Private Apartment) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Combined shower/tub, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

6. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Union Square
Australia
Yijun
NT$4,902
NT$7,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Property entrance
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Bicycling
Lobby sitting area

7. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Tymon
NT$19,979
NT$23,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Drisco
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
Meeting facility
Gym
Concierge desk

8. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Steven
NT$25,743
NT$32,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
The Huntington Hotel
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
Katarzyna 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Hilton San Francisco Financial District

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great, especially the location in San Francisco. Thank you so much!"
Henry 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Financial District
Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Unknown charge to the credit card. Amenity charge even without housekeeping service for the day."
Janus 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the location close to Pier 39 :)"
Olivia 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Hotel Zoe Fisherman's Wharf
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"clean and affordable near all artractiond"
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Pickwick Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast was excellent Plenty of bottled water at check in Late check out available with luggage storage until plane departure"
James 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location, very close to BART"
katherine 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"A"
Kenneth 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"This is a hidden gem! We were somewhat leery booking this property because the price was $150 for the night. What we experienced was a great boutique style hotel. The room was smaller but had a large walk in closet, which you don’t see in hotels. This allowed us to put luggage in there and made the room feel bigger. Highly recommend staying here!"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to San Francisco?
Those interested in local history will want to explore the notable monuments and well-known Chinatown district while in San Francisco. Be sure to check out the array of shops and fascinating museums while you're here. You can also discover the acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
What's the best hotel in San Francisco to learn about local history?
Based on our travel expertise, Fairmont San Francisco is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features a full-service spa. Grace Cathedral is a short walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG and Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in San Francisco?
San Francisco has 2343 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 13 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.
What are the top historical places and other sights in San Francisco?
San Francisco is notable for its Chinatown district and monuments, and landmarks include Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and 450 Sutter Building. Known for its museums and theaters, cultural venues include SHN Curran Theatre, Marines Memorial Theater, and Warfield Theatre. Other popular sights include Oracle Park and Pier 39.
What is a historic hotel like in San Francisco?
A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a building recognized with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in San Francisco usually retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
The two are similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., while "heritage hotel" is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasize the architecture and actual building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in San Francisco have modern facilities?
Yes. Every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Guests can expect the usual amenities you'd get from a hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi, and updated bathroom facilities. In San Francisco, booking a historic hotel doesn't mean you're picking a place that's rundown.

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