San Francisco's Best Boutique Hotel

A literary bent to a stylish hostelry.

Reviews:

• “Good, kind, genuine service”
• “Wonderful hotel, fabulous customer service — Stay here when you’re in San Francisco.”
• “Wonderful Hotel!”
• “Great Hotel on Union Square”
• “Boutique Hotel – Perfect Hideaway”

Tips: Reservations can be made online through the Hotel Rex website. Check for room rates and availability to save time.

Hotel Rex or email Hotel Rex

One-of-a-kind boutique hotel pops with rotating contemporary art.

Reviews:

• “Cool, clean, friendly”
• “avoid at all costs”
• “Very cool, great location, great deal”
• “Don’t Bother”
• “Fiasco with a Captial ‘F’”

Tips: The hotel also lists as a gallery, and is the only one of its kind in the country. Walk-in visitors are welcome for tours.

Hotel Des Arts

An intimate hotel offering great value in a central location.

Reviews:

• “My Favorite Hotel”
• “Friendly staff, clean hotel, good price”
• “Helpful and friendly staff”
• “A great bargain and a nice place to stay”
• “More than I could have ever expected”

Tips: A city rarity, this property has unobstructed views on all four sides of the building, allowing for views from nearly every room.

Carlton Hotel or email Carlton Hotel

Refreshing contemporary style in the former Shannon Court.

Reviews:

• “The BEST staff in the city!”
• “great modern hotel”
• “Love this hotel”
• “Motel 6 would be a better choice!”

Tips: When you get hungry, head downstairs and try the mediterranean-style small plates at Cortez, which is open for breakfast and dinner.

Hotel Adagio or email Hotel Adagio

This painstakingly restored five-story Edwardian exudes an old-manor feel.

Reviews:

• “Very romantic”
• “The Majestic Hotel is Wonderful!”
• “discreetly majestic”
• “descreetly romantic”

Tips: Bring a laptop and surf the Web from anywhere in the hotel. Just don’t forget to ask the front desk for a password to connect to the Internet.

Hotel Majestic

Stylish hints of the Mediterranean in a convenient Union Square location.

Reviews:

• “Uncomfortable”

Tips: This hotel is pet-friendly, and you can even get a Pet Palace Package starting at $189.

Serrano Hotel or email Serrano Hotel

A boutique property for film buffs.

Reviews:

• “cute and in a great location”
• “cute but unfriendly”
• “Nice SF Boutique Hotel”
• “Good value, good style”

Tips: Save time by reserving your room online where you can check room rates and availability.

Hotel Bijou

Sleek, modern business-and-pleasure hotel for the young, sophisticated and wealthy.

Reviews:

• “Great Hotel”
• “Popular SF Hotel "
• “The Best Dog-Friendly Hotel & Best All Around”
• “My second home!”
• “As usual, The W was great”

Tips: For a $100 flat fee you can bring along your dog or cat. Pet services include plush beds, grooming services, dog-walking and even a birthday cake on the pet’s special day.

W San Francisco or email W San Francisco

A kitschy and affordable boutique hotel located in the Marina District.

Reviews:

• “Great staff and fun setting”
• “Great location, but average value”
• “Fun Place In The Marina”
• “Not my first choice, but perhaps on the list”

Tips: Book the two-room family suite: One room includes bunk beds and toys; the other is a more serene room for parents. Kids will also enjoy the animal-shaped pool toys that float around in the outdoor pool.

Hotel Del Sol or email Hotel Del Sol

A downtown San Francisco landmark with a rich history offers a home away from home.

Reviews:

• “Comfortable boutique hotel "
• “Great Hotel”
• “Good stay, best location!”
• “Rude staff”
• “Personal attention!”

Tips: Check hotel room availability through the Handlery hotel website.

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Second to none in class and charm, this San Francisco hotel harkens back to a bygone era.

Reviews:

• “Charming Victorian Hotel In the Heart of San Francisco”
• “Don’t Bother”
• “Great Spot For Honeymooners”
• “I had a great experience.”
• “still a great piece of San Francisco!”

Tips: Your only choice is to valet your car for $25 a day.

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