Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
"How did it strike you on arrival?The Four Seasons feels luxurious, but it's a contemporary contrast to other marble-columned, traditional hotels in San Francisco. The walls are paneled in warm wood tones, blue and gray striped carpets cover the floors, and low gray couches sit in front of marble-topped tables. Contemporary art hangs throughout communal spaces, and the lobby has its own antique and estate jewelry store, complete with displays containing diamonds and emeralds large enough to make an appearance at the Oscars. It's elegant without being ostentatious. Nice. What’s the crowd like?Business travelers toting laptops and headphones, a mother-daughter pair enjoying a conversation in the lobby seating. The good stuff: Tell us about your room.Even the lowest tier of rooms are 480 square feet, with floor-to-ceiling windows that let in lots of natural light. Lounge chairs and executive desks means there's plenty of space for work or relaxation. We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?Beds at the Four Seasons are topped with down duvets and pillows, though guests can request hypoallergenic pillows. How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?Rooms are outfitted with Nespresso machines, Bose sound systems, and TVs that allow you to stream content. The handy bar is stocked with items like charger kits ($18), an old fashioned in a bottle ($17), and locally made Tcho chocolate ($9). Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.Large marble bathrooms are equipped with soaking tubs, glass-enclosed showers, and separate water closets. Products are by L'Occitane. Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?Basic Wi-Fi is complimentary. Room service: Worth it?Room service is 24-hours, and you can snag everything from a mezze platter ($26) to a flannery beef filet ($62), and a pb&j for kids ($12). Staff: If you could award one a trophy, who gets it, and why?The front desk was able to answer a lot of questions, and were happy to do it. Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.Guests get free access to the swanky Equinox Sports club, which has a lap pool and basketball court, as well as its own spa. Younger travelers can snag coloring books, board games, or a movie from the DVD library, while moms and dads might prefer to hang out on the terrace that overlooks the Yerba Buena Gardens. What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?The location on Market Street is just a stone's throw from public transit, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, SFMOMA, and the Contemporary Jewish Museum. Bottom line: worth it, and why?If you're a luxury traveler looking for a historic San Francisco Hotel, this isn't it. But more modern luxury travelers can't beat the location, or the amenities. If you're a person who likes a spacious hotel room, this is a great choice." - Elise Craig
