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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, (1,625 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful and the staff were very helpful"
United States
JUSTO
The price is CA $350
CA $486 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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, (1,006 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 CA $258
CA $352 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a great place!!!!!!!!!"
United States
NELSON PEREZ
The price is CA $415
CA $554 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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, (1,005 reviews)
"All the staff were very friendly!"
United States
Ahmed
The price is 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.

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 CA $589
CA $775 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Small but nice"
United States
Seo Yong
The price is CA $625
CA $735 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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, (637 reviews)
"Always a fantastic and relaxing place to stay."
United States
Susan D
The price is CA $517
CA $687 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, (1,475 reviews)
"Absolutely the best hotel ever!"
United States
Angelica
The price is CA $213
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A mahjong table set on a wooden table with a leather wallet, a bottle of liquor, and a small box.

9. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"History like"
United States
Liya
The price is CA $1,119
CA $1,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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, (748 reviews)
"overall is good convience location"
United States
Eve
The price is CA $625
CA $799 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, (721 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Will visit again."
United States
Soneli
The price is CA $588
CA $669 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 CA $1,148
CA $1,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
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, (178 reviews)
"Great grounds and pool."
United States
Onur
The price is CA $298
CA $375 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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, (302 reviews)
"Great staffs"
Canada
Bora
The price is CA $1,680
CA $2,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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, (473 reviews)
"Great location, nice breakfast in a beautiful garden"
United States
Charles
The price is CA $607
CA $702 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 CA $336
CA $432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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, (481 reviews)
"Fun spot to enjoy the Pacific Heights section of SF. Great place and wonderful staff. Enjoyed out entire, albeit short stay."
United States
Geoffrey
The price is CA $851
CA $990 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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 CA $1,382
CA $1,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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 CA $974
CA $1,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
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The price is CA $141 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
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CA $223 total
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