Best Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in San Francisco

You know the Tony Bennett song, "I Left my Heart in San Francisco"? Well, he first sang it at this Nob Hill Fairmont property in 1962. Guests who opt to stay at the Fairmont San Francisco quickly realize how leaving one's heart here can be an easy thing to do. The hotel's lobby – with its towering columns, velvet furnishings and gilded accents – provides the backdrop to many a family photo op, and the customer service staff earns constant praise from visitors for treating guests like royalty. The accommodations here aren't quite as opulent, but they do offer excellent views of the San Francisco skyline or the San Francisco Bay, plus amenities like minibars, plush bathrobes, Smart TVs and coffee makers. The $30 daily urban experience fee also covers additional room perks, such as Wi-Fi access and bottles of water. What's more, members of AccorHotels' rewards program can earn and use points during their stays. Outside the rooms, guests will find an herb garden with beehives, which provide the honey used in the on-site restaurants. The Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar serves Polynesian-inspired fare in a family-friendly dining room known for its tiki aesthetic and weather-related audiovisual effects. And at the Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar, patrons can savor California coastal cuisine featuring sustainable products from local farmers and ranchers. For those who'd rather dine off-site, there's a trolley stop situated right outside the property.

The Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square, which spreads out in the Fisherman's Wharf neighborhood, provides a bit of luxury in the middle of San Francisco's action. Guests rave about the rooms, which feature full gourmet kitchens and plasma-screen TVs, as well as tasteful design features, such as exposed-brick walls and dark wood floors. On breezy nights, visitors recommend lounging by the hotel's outdoor firepits, which provide a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. Though this Fairmont outpost lacks some of the traditional amenities of neighboring hotels, including an on-site restaurant or spa, it does offer in-room dining from surrounding restaurants, as well as access to a 24-hour health club and in-suite massage services. These amenities do come at a cost, but guests say if you can afford it, go for it. Members of the Le Club AccorHotels program can receive benefits like express check-in at this property.