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Our top choices for San Francisco historic hotels

City view
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Bar (on property)
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

1. Argonaut Hotel

Argonaut Hotel
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Michelle
NT$5,478
NT$7,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Argonaut Hotel
Front of property
Lobby
Room service - dining
Exterior

2. InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG

InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Justin
NT$4,765
NT$6,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG
Lobby
Restaurant
Lobby lounge
Restaurant

3. Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Union Square
United States
Natalie
NT$5,584
NT$7,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Terrace/patio
Fairmont Legacy Suite, 1 King Bed | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
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

4. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Joey
NT$8,329
NT$11,499 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$10,350
NT$13,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
55-inch TV with digital channels, pay movies
Room (Private Apartment) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
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$4,602
NT$6,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Property entrance
Bicycling
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)
Lobby sitting area

7. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Tymon
NT$19,864
NT$23,105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hotel Drisco
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
Meeting facility
Concierge desk
TV, pay movies

8. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Steven
NT$25,595
NT$31,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
The Huntington Hotel
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was amazing. They went above and beyond to be courteous, very personable and friendly. Their offers to assist in anyway seems truely genuine. My stay was exquisite!"
suzanne 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Nikko San Francisco
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

8/10 Good
"Great area nice views"
Omero 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great Place. Clean Close to Fisherman’s Wharf and all the piers. Great price also"
Cynthia 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff and check in was very nice. Room was way bigger than expected. Very clean even in the historic building. Very very convenient location! So great. Water cooler on each floor for my reusable water bottle was nice."
Victoria 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great view for our stay at Hilton and the staff was amazing, I will always stay here when I come to San Francisco!"
Alissa Nativad 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Tout etait merveilleux. Tout s’est bien déroulé sauf peut être au moment du chek out. On nous a facturé 210$ de consommations non - utilisées de mini bar. Un simple courriel et tout est entré dans l'ordre. Je félicite la rapidité de reponse et l'efficacité du personnel"
Manuel 6-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Fairmont San Francisco
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

8/10 Good
"Nice stay"
swapnil 5-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Love the location I always stay there when in SF"
Marifer Herrera 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Pickwick Hotel

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, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Palace Hotel is a short 10-minute walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include InterContinental Mark Hopkins by IHG and Fairmont San Francisco.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in San Francisco?
San Francisco has 2247 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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