Fairmont San Francisco
Hotel · Nob Hill
950 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94108
Highlights
Stately landmark with plush rooms, refined dining, and spa
Stately landmark with plush rooms, refined dining, and spa
"The historic Fairmont Hotel always does it big for the holidays — and we mean that literally. The hotel has a 22-foot-high, 23-foot-wide two-story Victorian gingerbread house on display made from “thousands of bricks, a ton of royal icing, and candy décor,” according to the hotel’s website. It’s on show from Saturday, November 23 through the holiday season, and if you want to really soak it all in, you can even book a reservation to dine inside (or opt for holiday-themed afternoon tea). The Fairmont’s Cirque Bar is another hot spot for cozy evenings this holiday season." - Justine Jones
"A storied Nob Hill grande dame designed by Julia Morgan and steeped in a century of local lore—rebuilt after the 1906 fires, it was the first U.S. hotel to hire a concierge and has hosted cultural moments from Alfred Hitchcock filming to Tony Bennett’s first performance of his signature song. The property blends historic splendor (chandeliers, marble, a famed penthouse suite with a two-story library) with theatrical touches like the legendary Polynesian-themed Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar; recent renovations across its 606 rooms preserve classic glamour while modernizing comforts and views." - Jessie Beck
"Located at the very top of Nob Hill, the Fairmont San Francisco is as elegant a hotel as they come. The hotel, which consistently makes its way onto T+L's World's Best Awards list, sports stunning interior architecture and panoramic views of both the city and the bay. And, guests can indulge in superb food and drinks at the famous Tonga Room & Hurricane Bar, or have an charming afternoon tea service, depending on their vacation vibe." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"The Fairmont San Francisco is where Wolfe works as Chief Concierge today. It was rebuilt after the 1906 earthquake by Julia Morgan, the nation’s foremost female architect of the time, and in 1945, the hotel hosted delegates from 40 nations as they wrote the United Nations Charter. The many flags waving outside the hotel honor that incredible moment in history. Later, in 1961, Tony Bennett performed 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco' live for the first time in the hotel’s Venetian Room." - Ali Wunderman
"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
