Fairmont San Francisco Hotel
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Fairmont San Francisco Hotel Review
Featuring a convenient location, the renowned Fairmont San Francisco Hotel offers views of the sea, and is placed around a 10-minute ride from Alcatraz Island. Located within close distance of the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square", this San Francisco hotel boasts 2 restaurants specialising in Hawaiian, Polynesian and Asian cuisine.
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered to guests of this hotel in the restaurant. The American-style Laurel Court Restaurant & Bar restaurant focuses on American cuisine. The coffee bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. There is a bar serving American food only 150 metres away.
The 5-star luxury property puts you right in the centre of San Francisco, a 5-minute drive from the east–west Lombard Street. Market Street is not so far from the comfortable Fairmont, while San Francisco International airport is 25 km from it.
This traditional accommodation is situated within 10 minutes' stroll of Square hearts.
In terms of safety, the allergy-friendly units are equipped with a safe box. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making facilities are available. Furnished with a high ceiling, these luxurious rooms comprise a patio and a balcony. Bathrooms include a sauna together with comforts such as a hairdryer and bathrobes.
Fairmont San Francisco Hotel is close to the public transport, as it is set only 0.9 km from Powell Street underground station and a short distance to Sacramento Street & Sproule Lane bus stop.
Fitness classes and spa therapy are available at additional cost as well. Guests can work out in a health club or relax in a health centre. The Fairmont San Francisco also provides a business centre for those arriving on business.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Nicely decorated world-class hotel with a comfortable central setting.
- Located directly in the Nob Hill district and a short walk from The InterContinental Mark Hopkins building.
- Surrounded by a garden and a park.
- Well-equipped rooms with separate bathrooms, many with panoramic views.
- Some rates include blackout curtains and WiFi.
- Satisfactory buffet breakfast.
- A good restaurant serves local specialties.
- Carbonated beverages are included in some rates.
- Excellent service and an easy check-in.
- Rates are excellent.
- A few guests were dissatisfied with too hard beds.
- A few staff members seemed not very friendly to some vacationers.
Key Features
- private parking
- wifi
- family rooms
- non-smoking rooms
- fitness center
- spa
- restaurant
- tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- bar
- breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Paid Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Relax
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Massage
- Fitness centre
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Contemporary Jewish Museum 940 m (3084 ft)
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art 1.13 km (3707 ft)
- Alcatraz Island 3.97 km (2.47 mi.)
- Children's Creativity Museum 1.27 km (4167 ft)
- Lombard Street 1.29 km (4232 ft)
- Coit Tower 1.20 km (3937 ft)
- Chinatown 400 m (1312 ft)
- Cable Car Museum 310 m (1017 ft)
- Cable car ride 1.84 km (1.14 mi.)