Top 20 Luxury Hotels in San Francisco Bay Area (2024)

Elegant. Superb interior design. Great views. Situated in Healdsburg, 24 km from Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, Montage Healdsburg features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel the rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Montage Healdsburg offers some units with mountain views, and the rooms have a balcony. All rooms have a desk. The accommodation offers an à la carte or American breakfast. Old Faithful Geyser of California is 34 km from Montage Healdsburg, while Safari West is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport, 19 km from the hotel.

Special kind of hotel with an amazing garden and outdoor swimming pool. I love the modern design and view from the terraces. Wow!

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 130

Stars: 5

Highly elegant. Very stylish. Superb breakfast. 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. The en suite bathrooms feature luxury bath amenities and plush microfiber robes. 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. 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.

Perhaps this is the most ELEGANT AND STYLISH boutique hotel in San Francisco Bay Area. It also has a highly rated breakfast.

Hotel rating: 9.5 (amazing)

Rooms: 92

Stars: 5

Delightful property. Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. This property is set on a historic six-acre estate with lush grounds, gardens, winding pathways, a mid-century pool, and a full-service spa utilizing flowers and herbs from property gardens. The property offers nightly fire pits, valet parking, free WiFi, streaming services and complimentary in-room snacks. Guests can also end the evening with a complimentary wine tasting. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurants, Layla, a Mediterranean "farm kitchen," The Porch, a coffee shop and marketplace, and The Bar at MacArthur featuring co*cktails and fare. The MacArthur Place Inn and Spa features numerous thoughtful amenities. Guests can enjoy custom massage services, beautiful gardens, complimentary film rental and an on-site library, complete with books and games. Guests at MacArthur Inn can always discover something to do. The property is within walking distance of Sonoma Plaza, and minutes from some of wine country's vineyards, wineries and restaurants. Napa Valley is within 30 km of the property while San Fransisco is 70 km away.

This is likely the most beautiful, relaxing and romantic luxury hotel in San Francisco Bay Area. Soooo nice!

Hotel rating: 9.3 (superb)

Rooms: 66

Stars: 5

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Lovely property. Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. This five-star California hotel features spacious suites with private balconies, fireplaces and sofas. Bardessono, within walking distance of Girard Winery and Somerston Wine Company, offers a full-service spa and restaurant. Guest suites provide 40-inch flat-screen cable TVs, free Wi-Fi and desks. They have slippers and bathrobes and also include hairdryers and refrigerators. The spacious bathrooms, designed as private spas, feature massage tables. Bardessono Hotel and Spa offers guests a rooftop pool and free bicycle rentals. The B spa provides massages and a sauna. A Saturday morning yoga class is available. The hotel’s on-site restaurant serves locally grown cuisine with organic ingredients. Their bar offers wine tasting on Friday nights. Napa Valley Bike Tours are a half mile from Bardessono Spa. The hotel is within 9 miles of Napa, California, Silverado Country Club and Lake Hennessey. Bardessono offers valet parking. Valet parking is the only on resort parking option. The rate for overnight guest parking is $20 per night.

This charming property in Yountville, California offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere with beautiful interior design. The rooms are spacious and include fireplaces, adding a touch of luxury.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 43

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Cool. Opened May 2021. The Ameswell Hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Mountain View. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4 km from Shoreline Amphitheatre. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Ameswell Hotel the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The accommodation can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. San Jose Convention Center is 20 km from The Ameswell Hotel. The nearest airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, 12 km from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 9.2 (superb)

Rooms: 244

Stars: 5

Charming. Nice style. Good breakfast. In the heart of Silicon Valley, you can find a bit of Paris at the Enchante Boutique Hotel. Guests can relax in the library, sitting by the fireplace, or on the outdoor patio. This hotel is located 20 km from San Jose and 47 km from Santa Cruz. Every room opens up to the comfort and elegance of a French chateau. Each room offers a HDTV, free WiFi, ironing facilities, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. Select rooms feature a fireplace. Enchante Boutique Hotel is also canine friendly. Half Moon Bay is 29 km from Enchante Boutique Hotel, while Oakland is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport, 17 km from the property.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 17

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples and women. Hotel Nia, Autograph Collection is located in Menlo Park, in the heart of Silicon Valley, home to companies such as Facebook and Google. This hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Stanford Shopping Center is 4.4 km from the hotel. All units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The units at Hotel Nia, Autograph Collection include air conditioning and a desk. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests can dine at the Porta Blu restaurant and wine bar, which features Mediterranean cuisine with a Northern California flair. The on-site cafe offers comfortable space for one-on-one meetings. Guests can host events in the 15,000 square foot event spaces, which features a ballroom, a boardroom, meeting rooms, and breakout spaces. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 24 km from Hotel Nia, Autograph Collection.

This luxury hotel is popular among couples travelling to San Francisco Bay Area.

Hotel rating: 8.2 (very good)

Rooms: 257

Stars: 5

Charming. Hip. Great value. Located 5 minutes’ walk to University of California Berkeley, this historic Berkeley, California hotel is elegantly kept. An indoor swimming pool with high ceilings and big windows is featured. Select rooms and suites feature views of San Francisco, University of California Berkeley and Berkeley Hills. Each room offers free toiletries and an en suite bathroom at Berkeley City Club Hotel. After a day walking around the theaters, restaurants and galleries of downtown Berkeley, guests can stroll through a garden at Hotel Berkeley City Club. A 24-hour reception and launderette are provided. Complimentary WiFi is available at the property. Fresh fruit, pastries, tea and coffee are just some of the free breakfast items offered daily. The on-site restaurant, Julia’s at the Berkeley City Club, features lunch Thursday - Saturday and dinner Tuesday - Saturday. Reservations are required. San Francisco International Airport is 40 minutes’ drive away from Berkeley City Club Hotel. Oakland International Airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

I think this is the coolest and most historic luxury hotel in San Francisco Bay Area.

Hotel rating: 8.2 (very good)

Rooms: 27

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Great value. Great views. Situated on a cliff with a full spa overlooking the Pacific Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is surrounded by 2 championship golf courses. It features spacious rooms and 2 fine dining restaurants. Guest rooms are decorated with coastal and beach-side accents. Views of the ocean and mountains can be seen from the guestrooms. Exclusive amenities are offered in The Club Lounge, which features all-day food and beverage services and a full-service concierge. Guests of the hotel can enjoy body and facial treatments, manicures and massages at the Ritz-Carlton Spa. A fitness center and indoor pool are also present. Free WiFi is available in the entire hotel. Panoramic ocean views and fresh seafood are featured at Navio Restaurant. Floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Pacific Ocean are featured at The Conservatory. The cuisine served promotes health, sustaining the environment and supporting local farmers. Surrounded by over 5,000 bottles of wine, Cork Wine Bar offers an upscale wine bar experience. Flights of wine as well as wines by the glass are served. San Francisco Airport is within 37 km from The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay.

Fantastic location! Most of the rooms have a spectacular view of the ocean! Do not hesitate to try SPA services, it's amazing.

Hotel rating: 8.5 (very good)

Rooms: 264

Stars: 5

Boasting a terrace, bar and views of mountain, AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara is set in Santa Clara, 12 km from San Jose Convention Center. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. At the hotel, rooms have a desk and a flat-screen TV. At AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available every morning at the accommodation. There is an in-house snack bar and guests can also make use of the business area. Shoreline Amphitheatre is 13 km from AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Santa Clara, while California's Great America is 2.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, 4 km from the hotel.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 192

Stars: 4

Beautiful. Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Set within 300 metres of Napa Valley Opera House in Napa, Archer Hotel Napa features a fitness centre and a bar. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a rooftop bar and seating. The property is located in the Downtown Napa district. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a mini bar. The private bathroom is fitted with free toiletries, slippers and a bathrobe. At Archer Hotel Napa, each room is equipped with a seating area. Select rooms include a private balcony. An American breakfast is served every morning at the property. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant, which specialises in American cuisine. Uptown Theater is 300 metres from the accommodation, while Morimoto Restaurant is 500 metres from the property. Oakland International Airport is 81 km away.

This hotel has A POPULAR ROOFTOP BAR.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 183

Stars: 4

Historic. Great views. Popular among women. The Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel boasts 3 on-site dining options including the signature Limewood restaurant, 2 heated pools, a children's pool and 10 tennis courts. Offering free WiFi, guest rooms at this completely non-smoking hotel are uniquely designed and vary in size and décor. Each luxurious air-conditioned guest room features a flat-screen TV, telephones with voice mail, Claremont Club & Spa bathroom amenities, a mini-bar refrigerator and terry cloth robes. Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel offers a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Guests also have access to a 24-hour business centre. Conference rooms are available on site. The Limewood Bar & Restaurant offers regionally-sourced cuisine. A kitchen inspired by Bay Area artisans is complimented by a spirited bar offering house-crafted co*cktails, a well-balanced wine list that highlights labels true to their varietal and sense of place, and an enviable wines-by-the-glass selection. Berkeley Marina is 8 km away from this boutique hotel. San Francisco is 20 km away. Oakland’s Jack London Square is 13 minutes’ drive away.

Wonderful hotel and sports club. The sports facilities, swimming pool, and tennis are just EXCEPTIONAL! Everything from historical building and spacious rooms to SPA is so luxurious.

Hotel rating: 8.4 (very good)

Rooms: 255

Stars: 5

Trendy. Historic. Great views. Popular among women. This beachfront hotel is located next to Santa Cruz’s famous boardwalk and steps from the city centre, making it an ideal destination for a weekend escape, corporate event, family holiday or romantic getaway. The Dream Inn features a natural, laid back atmosphere inspired by the ocean. With a great location and luxurious amenities, the Dream is a great choice for business or pleasure. All guestrooms and suites offer private balconies or patios with spectacular views of Monterey Bay. Enjoy the memorable sunsets, watch the surfers and let the ocean waves lull you to sleep. The hotel's spacious deck features a pool and hot tub.

Hotel rating: 8.7 (fabulous)

Rooms: 150

Stars: 4

Luxury Hotel. Great location. Comfortable beds. Opened April 2021. Located in Mountain View, 1.6 km from Shoreline Amphitheatre, Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with a sauna, and hot tub, as well as a bar. At the hotel every room is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto offers certain units with city views, and each room is fitted with a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. At Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto you will find a restaurant serving American and Spanish cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Mountain View, like hiking. Speaking Mandarin, English, Spanish and Hindi, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. San Jose Convention Center is 22 km from Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto. The nearest airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 200

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Great breakfast. Great value. The Estate Yountville is situated in the heart of Napa Valley’s Yountville. Featuring an outdoor pool and complimentary daily breakfast buffet, this Yountville resort offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Domaine Chandon is 2 minutes’ drive away. A private furnished balcony or patio is featured in each room at The Estate Yountville. A 65-inch flat-screen TV, gourmet single-serve coffee machine, compact fridge and plush bathrobes are also provided in rooms. Onsite eateries Ristorante Bottega, ottimo and Coqueta are curated by an award-winning chef and restaurateur. Outdoor soaking tubs, massage therapy, spa treatments, Swiss experience showers, a steam room and sauna are all offered at The Spa at The Estate. Michelin-starred restaurants and Yountville boutique shopping are within 10 minutes’ walk of The Estate Yountville. Napa is 14 km away.

Hotel rating: 8.8 (fabulous)

Rooms: 191

Stars: 5

Elegant. Unique. Comfortable beds. Set in Palo Alto in the heart of Silicon Valley and 1.5 km from Stanford University, The Clement Hotel – All Inclusive features a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and private cabanas. Guests of this luxurious accommodation can enjoy California cuisine at the on-site restaurant. This stylish hotel boasts panoramic views of the Stanford University campus and Palo Alto from a rooftop deck. Each air-conditioned room at The Clement is equipped with a 65-inch IPTV, a Nespresso coffee machine and an in-room refrigerator. The spacious stone-lined bathrooms include guest robes, slippers and free toiletries. The Clement Hotel serves fresh, seasonal California cuisine prepared in their Open Kitchen. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Open Kitchen or the Dining Room. If they prefer, dining and drink service is also offered by the fire pit on the outdoor dining terrace and in the private cabanas on the roof-top pool deck. The elegant Living Room offers a stone fireplace where guests can relax with a co*cktail or glass of wine. The Open Kitchen adjoins the Dining Room which features a fully stocked guest pantry that is conveniently available 24 hours a day. All-inclusive room service is also available. For convenience, there is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Concierge services and personal assistants are available, along with a rooftop terrace, and spa services. A fitness centre and a business centre are also located at the property. On-site valet parking is complimentary. The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport, 23 km from The Clement Hotel – All Inclusive.

This is a boutique property with excellent rooms and a restaurant. The interiors and public spaces are very thoughtfully designed and decorated. I love the food here!

Hotel rating: 9.7 (amazing)

Rooms: 30

Stars: 5

Luxury Hotel. Great location. Attractively located in the centre of San Francisco, Hotel Nikko San Francisco is within 300 metres of Union Square and 1.1 km of Moscone Center. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has city views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a bar. Private parking is available on site. All rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Hotel Nikko San Francisco rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American and Japanese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Speaking German, English, Spanish and French at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. San Francisco City Hall is 1.4 km from Hotel Nikko San Francisco, while Oracle Park is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Francisco International Airport, 20 km from the hotel.

This modernly classic hotel has a stunning pool and a hot tub on the roof.

Hotel rating: 8.6 (fabulous)

Rooms: 485

Stars: 5

Comfortable beds. Next to Stanford University, on the San Francisco Peninsula, this Menlo Park, California hotel offers luxury amenities, contemporary guestrooms and a lively on-site restaurant. The Stanford Park Hotel is a completely nonsmoking hotel with a year-round heated swimming pool and hot tub. Guests can enjoy an intense workout in the fitness center or relax by the firepits with a glass of wine. From live music in the courtyard during the summer, to plush sofas by the fireplace in the living room, there is something perfect to fit every mood. All guestrooms at The Stanford Park are spacious and feature upscale bedding, with sofas or oversized chairs with an ottoman. The newly updated bathrooms feature double vanities and walk-in showers, plush bathrobes, and bath linens. Additional amenities include bottled water, Nespresso coffee makers and Bodum tea kettles. The Menlo Tavern at The Stanford Park Hotel serves elevated American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunches. Guests can also relax with a craft co*cktail or sample a glass of wine or beer from a unique regional collection at the elegant hotel lounge. The Stanford Park Hotel charges a nightly amenity/destination fee of $20 per room. This amenity/destination fee is taxable at 12% and is not in itself a tax. The total amenity/destination fee inclusive of tax is $22.40. Hotel amenities and services include self-parking, wired and wireless internet in guest rooms and public spaces, 24-hour fitness center access, local and toll-free telephone calls, borrow a bicycle program (including two e-bikes), welcome beverages provided by the reception staff, daily morning coffee service from 6am-10am, freshly baked cookies served nightly from 8PM to 9PM, shoeshine service.

Hotel rating: 9.1 (superb)

Rooms: 161

Stars: 4

Cool. Unique. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Located in Napa Valley, this Yountville, California hotel boasts an on-site pool and hot tub. Spa services are available. The on-site restaurant is headed by Chef Nick Tamburo who joins North Block from Manhattan’s Momof*cku Ko, bringing a fresh energy to Yountville with his take on refined California cooking featuring locally grown, seasonal ingredients. The North Block Hotel includes guest rooms with a flat-screen TV, a large soaking tub and heated floors in the bathroom. Each room features a terrace or a patio with a seating area. The North Block Hotel is nearby French, Italian, Pacific Rim and California restaurants. Area activities include art galleries, museums, antique shops and bike rental facilities.

Hotel rating: 9.5 (amazing)

Rooms: 20

Stars: 4

Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Cosy rooms. Popular among women. This modern hotel features a complimentary breakfast buffet, a 60-foot garden pool, and a hot tub. It is located in downtown Healdsburg, California, with more than 100 Sonoma County wineries within 10 miles. Each spacious and warm-colored room at Hotel Healdsburg has free Wi-Fi, an iPod docking station, and a flat-screen TV with DVD player. Guests can relax and watch a free DVD rental or enjoy the view from the balcony. French cuisine is served at Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen, open for lunch and dinner. Coffee and snacks are sold at the Healdsburg’s Café Newsstand while the Grand Fireplace Lounge boasts co*cktails and a screened porch. A full-service spa and an on-site gym are part of the Healdsburg Hotel. Business services and 24-hour reception are available. Complimentary valet parking services are provided. Downtown Santa Rosa is a 15-minute drive from Hotel Healdsburg. The Armstrong Redwoods Trail is 20 miles away.

Hotel Healdsburg is a luxurious and stylish accommodation. It has comfortable beds and a superb breakfast. The design and architecture are beautiful, with a large pool and a peaceful garden.

Hotel rating: 9 (superb)

Rooms: 56

Stars: 4