We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in San Francisco, USA. We have also included accommodation in apartments, historic buildings, holiday homes, boutique hotels, boats, residences, romantic hotels and old châteaus. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Nice surroundings. Located in San Francisco, 1.5 km from San Francisco City Hall, Chateau Tivoli Bed and Breakfast provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi. It is set 1.8 km from University of San Francisco and offers luggage storage space. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. At the bed and breakfast, the units are fitted with a wardrobe. There is a private bathroom with walk-in shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Union Square is 3.3 km from the bed and breakfast, while Moscone Center is 4.1 km away. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 20 km from Chateau Tivoli Bed and Breakfast.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most HISTORIC bed and breakfast in San Francisco.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. Built in 1903, Hotel Drisco boasts Edwardian architecture. Atop Pacific Heights on Pacific Avenue, this luxurious San Francisco hotel is only 5 minutes' walk from Presidio National Park. Each guest room provides free WiFi. Guest rooms at this hotel boast modern amenities such as a 42-inch flat-screen HDTV and a Blu-ray player. The en suite bathrooms feature luxury bath amenities and plush microfiber robes. Egyptian cotton sheets, goose down comforters and an adaptive sound sleep machine are provided. Fresh espresso can be brewed with the in-room coffee machine. Guests can enjoy 24-hour room service. Hotel Drisco features a free gourmet continental breakfast and free evening wine and cheese reception with fresh fruit and hot hors d'oeuvres. Guests will also appreciate free weekday car service to Union Square, the Financial District and Presidio businesses. After a cup of coffee in the sitting room, visitors can enjoy a workout in the on-site fitness centre or take advantage of free access to the nearby YMCA. With a 24-hour business centre, guests at the Drisco Hotel can always be productive. San Francisco’s vibrant Union Square is 4.5 km away from Hotel Drisco.Show full description
Hotel Drisco is a luxurious hotel in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. It has elegant rooms with a classic Edwardian style. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet and evening wine reception.
Bed and Breakfast.Romantic. Lovely surroundings. Popular among women. Serving a daily breakfast buffet and 24-hour refreshments, Inn San Francisco offers guest rooms with authentic Victorian décor and free WiFi. This B&B is 2.4 km from San Francisco City Hall. A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each plush room at this B&B. Guest rooms also include a refrigerator and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries and guest bathrobes. Guests of Inn San Francisco can relax in the hot tub. A garden and a games room are located on site. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge and laundry facilities. This B&B is 3.2 km from Moscone Center and 3.4 km from Union Square. San Francisco International Airport is 16 km away.Show full description
Inn San Francisco is a distinctive bed and breakfast situated in the historic Mission district. It is housed in a lovely Victorian mansion from 1872, creating a charming and nostalgic ambiance.
Boutique hotel.Romantic. Great bar. Popular among women. Located 5 minutes’ walk from San Francisco’s vibrant Union Square, this bed & breakfast-style property offers uniquely decorated guest rooms, each furnished with a gas fireplace. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. Guests at the White Swan Inn can start each day with a breakfast and enjoy wine and snacks delivered to their room in the evening. Guest rooms at White Swan Inn include a stocked mini-refrigerator, a flat-screen HDTV and guest robes. A coffee machine is also offered in each guest room. Guests can visit the Lion & Bell Library at the property where they can relax and browse book titles. Book loans are complimentary at White Swan Inn. Grace Cathedral is 5 minutes’ walk from White Swan Inn. Chinatown is 10 minutes’ walk away. The Powell Street Cable Car stop is 12 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
The White Swan Inn is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood. Its design is inspired by 1960s London and British country manors, giving it a fun and quirky vibe.
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Famed bars, an awe-inspiring crystal chandelier restaurant, a fitness area and a glass dome indoor pool are featured at this landmark Financial District Palace. San Francisco’s vibrant Union Square is 5 minutes’ walk from Palace Hotel. A 48-inch flat-screen satellite and streaming enabled TV, marble bath, rain shower and back-lit bathroom mirror completes the design. Guests can enjoy innovative cocktails, craft beers, bold wines and sharable artisan cuisine at the Pied Piper, home of the Maxfield Parrish mural The Pied Piper of Hamelin, which was commissioned as gift to San Francisco to honor the hotel’s reopening in 1909. Leather tufted headboards, 11-foot ceilings, bedside lighting, high thread count linens and pillow-top bedding set the stage for a luxurious night’s sleep in each room at the Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco. High-end luggage inspired desk, tables and the bathroom vanity transport guests to the Palace origins with modern finishes. Inspired by west-coast impressionism, layered deep plum, midnight blue and shades of grey textiles create a rich coastal atmosphere. Restored architectural elements like a solid oak door from 1909 and brass monogrammed door knobs are featured. Custom sofas in a separate seating area and Market Street views are featured in select suites. Austrian crystal chandeliers hang from a light-filled glass rotunda surrounding The Garden Court restaurant. Breakfast, lunch and signature tea is featured during the day. Savory bites, handcrafted cocktails, curated wines and decadent desserts are served in the evening at the GC Lounge. Boasting sexy, contemporary décor, the Pied Piper is a San Francisco legend and the perfect place for an intimate individual dining experience or a social celebration. Under a glass dome with city views, an indoor pool surrounded by chaise lounges and spas is featured. Tucked away on a high floor, this key card access oasis also features spa services and a 24-hour fitness centre that overlooks the pool area through floor to ceiling windows. Marble baths and spa showers are featured in the changing rooms. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco is 20 minutes’ cable car ride from shopping and dining at Fisherman’s Wharf. Offering a 24-hour concierge service, the concierge can connect guests’ to restaurants, designer boutiques, cable cars rides, the Embarcadero, Ferry Building, Chinatown, Oracle Park, cultural museums and theaters.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Superb interior design. This Beat Generation-inspired boutique centrally located hotel is located in San Francisco's Theatre District, just 4 minutes' walk from Union Square. Hotel Emblem San Francisco, offers eclectic guest rooms with Wi-Fi and room service. Hotel Emblem San Francisco, offers a unique hotel atmosphere, complete with literary-themed furnishings, original art and live music. Cozy guestrooms at the hotel are furnished with state-of-the-art amenities, including smart TVs, bathrobes and Nespresso coffee machines. Plan the day's activities with help from the concierge staff or take advantage of wireless internet access. Relax in the evening with cocktails at the Obscenity Bar & Lounge. Discover many of central San Francisco's most popular attractions, including the historic cable car system, within walking distance of Hotel Emblem San Francisco. San Francisco's Chinatown is 12 minutes' walk from Hotel Emblem San Francisco. North Beach and the iconic Coit Tower are 3.2 km away. The hotel features bicycles for touring San Francisco.Show full description
Based on my research this is the coolest, most creative and cosy boutique hotel in San Francisco. Soooo nice!
Holiday Home. Bali Hai Castro is a unique Balinese-influenced holiday home set in San Francisco, 5.4 km from Moscone Center. This house offers city views and an outdoor hot tub. It is located 3.9 km from San Francisco’s vibrant Union Square. Local shops, bars and restaurants are just 5 minutes' walk from the property. Offering 3.4 meter high ceilings and an air purification system, this home includes an in-wall iPad controlled music system with integrated speakers throughout the house and remote controlled operable skylights. This 2-bedroom 2-bath house offers a formal dining room and a modern chef’s kitchen. It has a tropical-themed master-suite with a up-lit thatched ceiling, a multi-head glass enclosed rain shower and heated bathroom tiles and toilet seat. Upon arrival Bali Hai Castro offers guests chocolates and a bottle of Prosecco. Turkish gowns, BBQ facilities, a tanning deck and a secluded tropical garden are featured at the property. The Castro District and the landmark Castro Theatre are 11 minutes’ walk away from Bali Hai Castro. Mission Dolores Park is 20 minutes’ walk away. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 17 km from the property.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Popular among couples. In one of the oldest neighbourhoods in San Francisco, California, surrounded by restaurants and shopping, this inn offers unique guestrooms and first-rate services. Monte Cristo Bed and Breakfast Bed & Breakfast serves a continental breakfast featuring fresh fruits, yoghurt, pastries as well as gluten free option. Guests can also explore the nearby restored Victorian shops as well as the delicious restaurants and unique antique stores on Sacramento Street. After breakfast, guests can relax in their guestroom and watch the flat-screen TV or use free wireless internet access. The first-class shopping of Union Street and Fillmore Street is within walking distance of the Monte Cristo Bed and Breakfast.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Built high atop Ghirardelli Square with San Francisco Bay views, this urban San Francisco resort features luxurious apartments with free WiFi and fully equipped gourmet kitchens. Sweeping terraces with fire pits are featured on-site. All spacious apartments at The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square include a fireplace and a high-end entertainment system. All bedrooms are designed with an enclosed glass shower in the en suite bathroom. Exposed brick walls in all apartments offer natural soundproofing and a preserved element of the original Ghirardelli Square façade. An in-unit washer and dryer are tucked away in a closet for guest use. Select apartments feature bay views. Grocery shopping and chef services can be arranged before guests’ arrive or during their stay through the 24-hour concierge and butler. Room service from Palette, San Francisco Brewing Company, and McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant is offered daily. The Fairmont Heritage elevators open directly to Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop, local San Francisco boutiques and restaurants on Ghirardelli Square. All elevators and entrances are accessed securely by only guest key card access. San Francisco Maritime National Museum and Fisherman’s Wharf is 2 minutes’ walk away. Located at the foot of Golden Gate Bridge, the dog-friendly Crissy Field is 15 minutes’ bike ride away from The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square. All Residence Reservations include Two complimentary Valet Parking spots.Show full description
This luxurious hotel in a popular city is known for its elegant suites. The spacious apartments have fully equipped kitchens and stunning bay views. Guests can enjoy a complimentary wine and cheese hour.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great location. Popular among couples. Located in the heart of historic North Beach San Francisco, this completely non-smoking intimate hotel creatively captures the area’s bohemian flair of the 1950’s and 1960’s. Inviting colours and modern art are featured at Hotel Bohème. The charm of the building as well as the courteous staff is reminiscent of the bohemian style the area was famous for. Steps away from many Italian restaurants, small cafes, jazz and blues clubs and only a short walk from Lombard Street and San Francisco’s famous cable cars, Hotel Bohème provides the ideal starting point for exploring this historic area. Rooms include free WiFi and a cable TV. Centrally located near Chinatown and Little Italy, Hotel Bohème takes you back in time while placing you in the centre of a vibrant city life.Show full description
This might be the most charming boutique hotel in San Francisco. It also has a great location! It is very popular among couples travelling to San Francisco.
Boutique hotel.Popular among women. The Inn at Union Square San Francisco is a sophisticated and unique San Francisco hotel retreat in the center of it all. Located in the heart of Union Square, guests of our boutique hotel can experience the exceptional variety of San Francisco sights and attractions while staying just minutes away from the iconic cable cars, Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf. . Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Great interior design. Popular among women. This historic Victorian boutique hotel is located 1 mile from San Francisco's vibrant Union Square. It features free WiFi and individually decorated rooms with 42-inch flat-screen TVs and floor-to-ceiling windows. Queen Anne offers 24-hour concierge services including a free morning town car service to most parts of San Francisco. This charming hotel is within 1 mile of the Asian Art Museum and Civic Center BART Station. Every morning guests can enjoy a continental breakfast, which includes hard boiled eggs, sausage, fruit, pastries, muffins and fresh juices. Hotel Queen Anne also provides tea, sherry and fresh baked biscuits every afternoon. Decorated with English and American antiques, each room offers a hairdryer, seating area and luxurious bathrooms with toiletries. Select rooms have a wood-burning fireplace and DVD player. An arcade game room is on site. Ghirardelli Square and Fisherman’s Wharf are less than 2 miles away.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful boutique hotel in San Francisco.
Luxury Hotel.Elegant. Great views. Featuring stunning views of downtown San Francisco from each spacious guestroom, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero offers gourmet on-site dining, in-room massage services and easy access to sites such as Chinatown, 7 minutes’ walk away. Featuring free WiFi, each air-conditioned room at Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero combines timeless design with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations. Guests of Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero can start the day with a workout in the 24-hour fitness centre or enjoy a yoga class. Offering unique shops, restaurants and nightlife, vibrant Union Square is 12 minutes’ walk away from this hotel. With rooms located on the top 11 floors of a 48-story tower, the hotel offers breathtaking views of San Francisco. In-room dining is available to guests from 6:00 to 22:00. Offering service to San Francisco International Airport, Embarcadero BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) station is 6 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. Situated in San Francisco, 4.2 km from Moscone Center, Parker Guest House features accommodation with a garden. Parking is limited and reservations are required. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The hotel have a computer and printer for guest use. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, rooms at the hotel also boast free WiFi. At Parker Guest House, rooms are equipped with a ROKU flat screen TV with cable channels. The accommodation offers a continental or buffet breakfast. Parker Guest House offers a sun terrace. San Francisco City Hall is 2.4 km from the hotel, while University of San Francisco is 3.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and is about 20.8 km from Parker Guest House.Show full description
Parker Guest House is a unique bed & breakfast known for its charming atmosphere. It is located in lively neighborhoods. The hotel includes breakfast and a wine hour in the afternoon, creating a delightful culinary experience.
Apartment. Offering city views, Perfect Location - 4BD,1BA - Restored Redwood Home is an accommodation set in San Francisco, 1.2 km from Pier 39 and 1.5 km from Ghirardelli Square. It is located 1.4 km from Union Square and provides a shared kitchen. The spacious apartment features 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Coit Tower is 700 metres away. The accommodation is non-smoking. Alcatraz is 1.9 km from the apartment, while Moscone Center is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 21 km from Perfect Location - 4BD,1BA - Restored Redwood Home.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast. Featuring a balcony with garden views, a garden and a shared lounge, Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B can be found in San Francisco, close to Ocean Beach and 2 km from Baker Beach. With city views, this accommodation offers a patio. An indoor play area is also available for guests at Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 25 km from Beautiful Edwardian Victorian Homestay B&B. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious bed and breakfast includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and a hot tub. Guests at this bed and breakfast can enjoy fruits and chocolates or cookies. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around San Francisco, like cycling. China Beach is 2.1 km from the accommodation, while University of San Francisco is 3.8 km away.Show full description
Holiday Home. Beautiful Condo in Sun Drenched Garden is situated in San Francisco, 4.7 km from San Francisco City Hall, 5.1 km from Moscone Center, and 6.1 km from Union Square. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. University of San Francisco is 7.7 km from Beautiful Condo in Sun Drenched Garden, while Coit Tower is 8 km from the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 4 km from Oracle Park. The holiday home is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. The property offers garden views. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 16 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Home. Boasting a sauna, STYLISH AND SPACIOUS 2ND Flr 2 BR VICTORIAN HOME is situated in San Francisco. Ideally situated in the Hayes Valley district, this holiday home features a fitness centre, as well as a hot tub. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home has a sauna. The spacious holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a hot tub, a hair dryer and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. San Francisco City Hall is 1.6 km from the holiday home, while University of San Francisco is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 19 km from STYLISH AND SPACIOUS 2ND Flr 2 BR VICTORIAN HOME.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in San Francisco, 1.8 km from Baker Beach, Modern Luxury 3 BR Near Presidio & GG Park features recently renovated accommodation with free WiFi and a garden. This apartment provides accommodation with a patio. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. The spacious apartment features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. China Beach is 2 km from Modern Luxury 3 BR Near Presidio & GG Park, while Marshall Beach is 2.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 25 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boat hotel. Boasting city views, Private Yacht in San Francisco features accommodation with a terrace and a patio, around less than 1 km from Alcatraz. It is situated 1.3 km from Ghirardelli Square and offers full-day security. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Pier 39 is 100 metres away. This boat with sea views has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the boat. The accommodation is non-smoking. Dining options are available close to the boat. Coit Tower is 1.2 km from Private Yacht in San Francisco, while Union Square is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.Show full description
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