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A terrace with a view, featuring a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative lantern.
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.
A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a view of the city.

1. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
Claremont Hills
United States
Mohamed
CA $440
CA $599 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Claremont Resort & Club
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of white flowers, overlooking a cityscape with a tall building.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.

2. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Miguel
CA $350
CA $486 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Fairmont San Francisco
The entrance to the Taj Hotel in San Francisco, featuring a prominent blue awning and a red carpet leading to the doors.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
Union Square
United States
Peter Michael
CA $258
CA $352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Taj Campton Place
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and seating areas.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.

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

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
NELSON PEREZ
CA $415
CA $554 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.
A spacious lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, a bar area, and a seating area with a coffee table.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.

5. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Ahmed
CA $604
CA $778 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
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.

6. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sun Ding
CA $565
CA $748 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
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 modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.
A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a red chair, a white table, and a bowl of apples.

7. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Seo Yong
CA $625
CA $736 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a curved wall decoration, hanging plants, and bar stools with woven backrests.
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a window with a view of a clock tower, and a staircase.

8. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Susan D
CA $517
CA $687 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
1 Hotel San Francisco
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.
Concierge desk
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.

9. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Liya
CA $1,119
CA $1,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Huntington Hotel
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear pool, and a view of a hilly landscape.
An aisle with rows of chairs and candles, leading to a stone wall with a chandelier.
A banquet hall with stone arches, chandeliers, and a table set for a formal event.
A bar with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a large mural of a bull.

10. The Meritage Resort and Spa

The Meritage Resort and Spa
Soscol Gateway South
United States
Regina
CA $348
CA $480 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Meritage Resort and Spa
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a dining table, and a view of the outdoors.
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 modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Napa
United States
Selina
CA $876
CA $1,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.
A nighttime cityscape through a window, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a view of the urban landscape.
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 dining area with a large wooden table, purple chairs, and pendant lighting.

12. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Christopher
CA $625
CA $799 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The St. Regis San Francisco
A two-story building with a covered patio area, multiple dining tables, and candle lighting.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.
A residential street lined with houses, a pathway, and decorative lighting.
A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large window with a view.

13. MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
Sonoma
United States
Mariusz
CA $724
CA $929 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
A spacious living room with a fireplace, white sofas, and a wooden deck.
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden with hedges and a vineyard.
A sunroom with two leather chairs, a glass table, and a bench.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and exposed beams, surrounded by wine racks filled with bottles.

14. Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
Napa
United Kingdom
Sarah
CA $747
CA $973 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carneros Resort and Spa
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A grand wooden staircase with intricate balusters and a polished marble floor.
A formal dining room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a table with a vase of flowers, a fruit bowl, and a bottle of champagne.

15. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
Western Addition
United States
Mary
CA $318
CA $408 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sutter Mansion
A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting 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.
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.

16. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Geoffrey
CA $851
CA $990 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Drisco
A fire feature with a modern design, surrounded by outdoor seating with cushions, and a view of the water and distant landscape.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.
A living room with a brick wall, a large window with a view of the water, a fireplace, and modern furniture.
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.

17. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Joy
CA $1,141
CA $1,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wardrobe with a mirror, and a window with blinds.
A modern apartment with a balcony, a sliding glass door leading to a bedroom, and a small outdoor seating area.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white dining table with chairs, and a decorative orchid centerpiece.

18. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
Dimond
United States
Camille
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with bar stools.
Terrace/patio
A modern two-story building with a concrete staircase, a garage door, and a mailbox.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on the wall.

19. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
Dimond
United States
Phyllis
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
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CA $392 total
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theatre, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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