21 Best Hotels in San Francisco

"A San Francisco institution atop Nob Hill, the Fairmont is stately enough to be mistaken for an embassy or palace. It's certainly one of the most luxurious hotels in the city. It aims to please with elegant (not flashy) rooms and public spaces. You'll find high-end amenities like exclusive Le Labo products and Frette bed linens in the guest rooms, and, at the restaurant, you can nibble honey madeleines featuring honey produced by the Fairmont’s very own rooftop bees. The Fairmont's concierge makes great recommendations, particularly if you request dining options that locals frequent." - Megan McCrea, Jenna Scatena