The Bird

Stylish rooms & suites with vintage turntables & funky artwork, plus a hip cafe/bar & a gym. Set in the posh Nob Hill neighborhood 2 blocks from Union Square, this hip boutique hotel is 2 minutes' walk from the nearest cable car stop, a mile from the landmark Coit Tower and 2 miles from bayside Pier 39. Featuring vintage turntables, vinyl records and funky artwork, the sophisticated rooms offer designer desks, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living rooms; some feature distinctive touches such as fireplaces, kitchenettes and/or outdoor decks. Amenities include a high-concept game room, a fitness center with city views, and a cool cafe and bar with a fireplace. Valet parking is extra. Breakfast is available.

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