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The Fairmont San Francisco
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Nob Hill, San Francisco
"Tonga Room is awesome."(7 Tips)"one of my fave places in the city - rooftop garden."(3 Tips)"Amezing views from the tower rooms..."(3 Tips)
"Check out the giant gingerbread house during Christmas!"(2 Tips)
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Stijn Ortega coppinAugust 18, 2015The hotel is great in many ways. Big rooms great service. It's also on top of a steep hill so be prepared to get a nice workout if you want to spend time downtown. I was not impressed by the food.Upvoted Feb 15
Be sure to take in the view from the rooftop garden and definitely don't miss having a Mai tai at the tonga room!
Kamran AyubJuly 2, 2013Got a discount due to a conference and we arrived late. They put us up in the Napoleon Suite, or should I say, apartment. It was awesome. Staff is super friendly! Excellent place to stay.
Amnesty InternationalApril 13, 2011In 1945 the Fairmont hosted international statesmen for meetings culminating in the creation of the United Nations. The UN Charter was drafted in the hotel's Garden Room.
A majestic and grand old hotel in San Francisco with a great lobby, speedy free wifi for President's Club members and comfortable beds.
Leah W.June 27, 2015The lobby bar is fun for a relaxing night out. The rooms are gorgeous! Look on Expedia for their free valet parking specials.
The Bold ItalicFebruary 28, 2011The rooftop garden -- featuring a lawn, fountain, and palm trees -- is free and open 24 hours. Read more
There isn't a unique 360 degree view in the penthouse @Eduardo. Bad tip! The only place with 360 views at the Fairmont is in the Crown Room on the top floor of the tower. Penthouse is a hotel room...- Sean SheppardDecember 21, 2014A lot of city history here. Be sure to walk the hall off to the left of the lobby as you enter. There is a fabulous pictorial history of the hotel.
Go to Laurel Court (the bar/restaurant) and grab an exclusive honey saison from Almanac Brewing made from honey collected on site.
❀✿ YIᑎG ✿❀November 21, 2013Don't forget to check out Tonga downstairs! One of the coolest restaurant lounges I've been to
Gusto LopezJune 26, 2013Words cannot explain how beautiful this venue is. The Fairmont is classic luxury. Whether you stay the night or get married here, you cannot go wrong with this beautiful hotel!!!
I love the lobby bar. Huge and opulent plus great range of good wines
Luxurious insofar as the rooms are comfortable but the minimal F&B offering just isn't up to standards for a luxury hotel.
The roof deck is on the lobby level and is free and open to the public!
Staff PicksNovember 26, 2014You're probably starting to get hungry since Thursday, but try not to eat this giant Gingerbread house. Instead take a complimentary refreshment while enjoying the music. Sat, 11/29, 11am-2pm. Free. Read more
The Fairmont is a beautiful historic hotel but my bed was like sleeping on a slab of concrete. If you want a good night's rest, I'd pick a different hotel.
MJApril 10, 2021Excellent service here—be sure to check out history hallway if you’re in the tower, and tip well! 🤍
Kitt HodJuly 13, 2019The Tower Rooms elevator is a good distance down the north hallway, keep going past the turn to find them. Lovely hotel.
HISTORYSeptember 20, 2010It is said that every US President since William Howard Taft has stayed at this hotel. This hotel is the first place Tony Bennett ever sang “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.”
Aida RDecember 4, 2013Although the hotel is so beautiful, but I don't like the room ! I was in many hotels so I know the room must have a good smell! Our bathroom, after every shower smelled like old pipe!
LaRubinJanuary 27, 2011How to get free wi-fi in the room: go to lobby, login to free wi-fi there, go to fairmont.com, register in President's Club (free), and you'll get membership number you use for free wi-fi in the room.
Layton DiamentDecember 30, 2014I've never actually stayed here, but I would absolutely recommend wandering through during the Christmas season. It's all sorts of merry and bright.
- Staff PicksJuly 14, 2014Register today for the Corporate Philanthropy Awards & Summit at the Fairmont Hotel.The breakfast event will honor Bay Area philanthropists as well as feature a panel discussion. Thur,7/24, $75 Read more
Mauro MagnascoOctober 3, 2014When you pay us1.100 a night for a room you expect things to turn out right. We made a reservation for a 2 room condo and a special request for a third bed (10 days in advance), but had to GET HERE...
Valerie BrownJanuary 1, 2013Great fish tacos and friendly waiters at the lobby restaurant. Plan on having them often as a new local
herm pugayNovember 4, 2014The special events in the Grand Ballroom like fashion shows. I recently attended and shot with my iPhone 6 and was amazed how it was.
Jenny WNovember 12, 2013~$40+tip cherry rose tea was good but light. Amazing orange/mango mini tart and lemon spread
Gilt CityApril 29, 2011On May 20, don your black- or white-tie best and grab a mask for the debut of S.F. Symphony & Symphonix's Masked Ball. The Venetian Room will be dripping with decadence, champagne and music.
The gingerbread house they build for Christmas is definitely worth a visit.
Julian TreasureApril 12, 2013Go for a Tower Room. The extra cost is worth it for the best view in San Francisco.
LifeIcing.com Plays well with others...selectively!July 11, 2013Great hotel but the hallways are eerily similar to The Shining!
The Tonga Room downstairs is wild, tacky tiki fun. Order a Volcano and call a cab.
If you sign up at fairmont.com for president's club, you get free wifi and gym usage - even on your first stay. Just sign up before you go to the gym.
Nicole LewisMarch 15, 2015Tonga Room was a nice surprise, beds are comfy and service has been great!
Josh YJuly 30, 2022Would be better to book earlier so that the price is more reasonable. Service is pretty good.
PriceMarch 14, 2013Get a suite... a shower, a shave, a feel of a suit. Then get your haircut on the balcony, get some sun.
Take the lobby elevator to the parking level and exit through the garage or cafe and you're right at the Powell st cable car stop.- Aida RDecember 4, 2013I was not satisfied with Internet. The price of Internet is to high and just one device can connected with one account !
Yu-AnnJune 7, 2012Coming from japan, it is worlds apart in comp services. After paying 400+ for a room,shouldn't the gym be complimentary?
Brenda GarrandOctober 24, 2012Concierge, Tom Wolfe is superb. Bangkok suite is blissful. Very lovely hotel.
Scott DavisApril 14, 2013Where Obama lays his head down when he is not at @ the Getty Mansion.with his hand in the till of the rich and infamous.
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The Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason St (at California St)
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
San Francisco, CA 94108
United States
World-renowned - The Fairmont San Francisco hotel presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. The grandeur of the hotel coupled with its reputation for impeccable service promises a truly memorable experience.
Open (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(415) 772-5000
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