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A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.

1. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Anthony
CA $360
CA $497 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Fairmont San Francisco
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, large arched windows, and a central floral arrangement.

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

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Nicole
CA $423
CA $563 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
A spacious lobby with a modern interior, featuring sofas, a coffee table, and a large mirror.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
Union Square
United States
Vince
CA $255
CA $348 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Taj Campton Place
A terrace with a view, featuring a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative lantern.
A couple standing in a room with large windows overlooking palm trees and a cityscape.
A poolside dining area with a table set for two, a pool, and a building with a distinctive tower and dome in the background.
A large, white hotel with multiple wings and a central tower, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.

4. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
Claremont Hills
United States
amy
CA $373
CA $520 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Claremont Resort & Club
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
A modern hotel entrance with a prominent sign for "California Center" and "Porte Seasons."
A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.
A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a red chair, a white table, and a bowl of apples.

5. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Downtown San Francisco
United States
William
CA $618
CA $728 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.
A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A spacious lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, a bar area, and a seating area with a coffee table.

6. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Simona
CA $539
CA $702 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
A building with a courtyard, palm trees, and a sculpture.
A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and outdoor dining tables.
A modern interior with a large tree, seating area, and a bar.
A white textured fabric with a visible tag and a monogram.

7. Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton

Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
Central Napa
United States
Catherine
CA $456
CA $525 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and television. There are chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.
A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by other high-rise structures.
A bar area with a chalkboard menu listing oysters and other items, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

8. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
Canada
Vasilios
CA $624
CA $803 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a window with a view of a clock tower, and a staircase.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of city buildings.

9. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
David
CA $622
CA $810 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
1 Hotel San Francisco
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.
A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.

10. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Steven
CA $1,086
CA $1,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
The Huntington Hotel
A sauna with wooden benches and a large window.
A cozy outdoor seating area with two wooden stools and a bench, a bowl of olives, and a glass of white wine.
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a modern kitchen with pendant lighting.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and trees, during sunset.

11. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Napa
United States
Jacqueline
CA $972
CA $1,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
A wooden outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a restaurant area.
A building with a 'solbar' sign, a water feature, and a garden with various plants.
A modern house with a covered patio, surrounded by olive trees and a well-maintained garden.

12. Solage, Auberge Collection

Solage, Auberge Collection
Calistoga
United States
Itshak
CA $1,116
CA $1,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Solage, Auberge Collection
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.
A modern dining area with a large wooden table, purple chairs, and pendant lighting.
A modern lounge area with a large mirror, comfortable seating, a coffee table with a tray, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.
A modern reception area with a round mirror, seating, and a wooden panel wall.

13. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Christopher
CA $630
CA $805 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
The St. Regis San Francisco
A large, multi-story hotel with a golf course and beach views.
A large, historic building with a well-maintained lawn and a golf course in the foreground.
An outdoor wedding venue with a sea view, arranged seating, and a decorative arch.

14. The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
Ocean Colony
United States
Osamu
CA $1,440
CA $1,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging plants.
A greenhouse-style room with potted plants, a seating area with a wicker chair, and clothing racks.
A room with wooden cabinets, hanging plants, and a large window.
A modern interior with a large glass window, a wooden sofa, and various plants.

15. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
Sunnyvale
United States
Teresa
CA $317
CA $396 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and vineyards.
A kitchen with a marble countertop, three black bar stools, a black faucet, and hanging pendant lights.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A resort with a swimming pool, multiple guest houses, and vineyards in the background.

16. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley
Calistoga
United States
Alexander
CA $1,316
CA $1,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley
A spacious living room with a fireplace, white sofas, and a wooden deck.
A sunroom with two leather chairs, a glass table, and a bench.
A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and bookshelves.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and exposed beams, surrounded by wine racks filled with bottles.

17. Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
Napa
United States
Alex
CA $1,056
CA $1,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Carneros Resort and Spa
A view from inside a building looking out to a body of water with boats, a sailboat, and a dock with chairs and tables.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and comfortable seating areas.
A poolside area with a sofa, a table, and a TV.
A grand staircase with wooden railings and stone walls, leading to a second-floor area with seating and a fireplace.

18. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Northstar
United States
Douglas
CA $969
CA $1,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
A covered outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table set for two, and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.
A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a lighthouse in the background.
A modern dining area with a long wooden table set for six, surrounded by wooden chairs. A staircase with a metal railing is visible in the background.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.

19. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Janelle
CA $1,260
CA $1,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a view of the city from the window, a chandelier, and a mirror on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.
Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.

20. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Tymon
CA $897
CA $1,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hotel Drisco
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Northern California?
Taj Campton Place is a top choice for Expedia customers. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco and The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco also come highly rated by travellers. All located in San Francisco, Northern California, these 5-star hotels will treat you to a life of luxury from the moment you step foot in the lobby.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Northern California?
Flawless guest service is the hallmark of every 5-star hotel in Northern California. From the instant you arrive, staff attend to your every whim, whether recommending activities and tours or providing in-room massages. What's more, hotels must feature superior amenities to meet the standard for a 5-star rating. These can include deluxe baths, on-site spa facilities, swimming pools, gastronomic restaurants and knowledgeable concierge.

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