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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, (1,620 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful and the staff were very helpful"
United States
JUSTO
The price is NT$8,801
NT$12,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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, (1,000 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 NT$5,998
NT$8,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Such a great place!!!!!!!!!"
United States
NELSON PEREZ
The price is NT$9,652
NT$12,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice large room & kind staff."
United States
Tracy L.
The price is NT$14,053
NT$18,110 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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, (1,001 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 NT$15,517
NT$20,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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 NT$15,240
NT$17,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
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, (638 reviews)
"Always a fantastic and relaxing place to stay."
United States
Susan D
The price is NT$12,025
NT$15,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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, (1,479 reviews)
"Absolutely the best hotel ever!"
United States
Angelica
The price is NT$4,371
NT$4,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"History like"
United States
Liya
The price is NT$26,046
NT$32,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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, (749 reviews)
"overall is good convience location"
United States
Eve
The price is NT$14,539
NT$18,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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, (724 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Will visit again."
United States
Soneli
The price is NT$13,691
NT$15,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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, (698 reviews)
"The best hotel ever!"
United States
Alix
The price is NT$25,053
NT$31,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"Great grounds and pool."
United States
Onur
The price is NT$6,932
NT$8,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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, (303 reviews)
"Great staffs"
Canada
Bora
The price is NT$39,118
NT$47,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
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, (474 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast in a beautiful garden"
United States
Charles
The price is NT$15,158
NT$17,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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 NT$7,825
NT$10,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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)
"What a brilliant place. Wonderful room, outstanding amenities, and staff are all the best. So thoughtful and friendly. Highly recommend Hotel Drisco."
United Kingdom
Menaka
The price is NT$19,334
NT$22,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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 NT$32,290
NT$39,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
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, (416 reviews)
"Excellent location"
United States
Joy
The price is NT$22,786
NT$26,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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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