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Hotel overview
World-renowned, The Fairmont San Francisco hotel presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. The grandeur of this luxury hotel atop Nob Hill coupled with its reputation for impeccable service promises a truly memorable experience during your San Francisco vacation. Each of the San Francisco hotel's spacious guestrooms and suites have been elegantly updated including flat screen TVs, luxury linen ensembles and pillow top beds. Centrally located, this luxury San Francisco hotel is a short cable car trip from the bustling Downtown, Financial District, Union Square and Fisherman's Wharf. In fact, The Fairmont San Francisco hotel is the only spot in San Francisco where each of the City's cable car lines meet.
In addition to its 591 guest rooms and suites this luxury San Francisco hotel offers fine dining with three renowned restaurants and lounges. With a panoramic view of the City and the Bay from high atop Nob Hill, The Fairmont San Francisco hotel presents an unmatched blend of luxurious accommodations, elegant meeting spaces and superb services, which make for an unforgettable stay.
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General policies & fine print
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
Ratings & reviews
TripAdvisor traveler rating
5239 reviews
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Mar 23, 2025Splendid landmark with decreasing services
The hotel is splendid and a real historic landmark. The service, however, is worsening every time I visit. It almost looks like the higher the tier you get in the loyalty program, the lower the benefits. For $500 per night you’ll get fewer amenities than in a small non prestigious hotel of the same superchain anywhere else in the world. It used to be far better! Don’t expect a gold floor like in other Fairmont. The staff is willing to help but then often falls short of doing anything when you have complains. To note also that I was given the keys to the room that was already occupied. The staff quickly remedied to that and gave me an upgrade but (1) I had the inconvenience of entering the room of someone half naked and (2) it’s an obvious privacy / security and theft issue.
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Mar 09, 2025Blaring Club Music until 11PM on a Sunday
Received a “complimentary upgrade” to the 21st floor. It is now Sunday night with club music blaring and no one in our family able to sleep due to a wedding on the 24th floor that goes until 11PM on a Sunday. I feel like I am just outside of a club in Vegas. Don’t stay here!! Don’t give a BS upgrade that is actually a downgrade!
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Feb 24, 2025
Not like other Fairmonts
The Fairmont is a world know brand that brings expectations of excellence. In regards to this hotel leave your expectations at home. For instance the fitness Center is open only on Saturday and Sunday from 7 am to 4 pm. Further the hotels famed bar, The Tonga Room , is closed sunday, monday and tuesdays! As other reviews noted the add ons are ridiculous. To access the wifi there is a charge of $12!!! Even a two star hotel will offer complimentary wifi. However if you are prepared to give away your privacy and join the fairmont club that fee is waived. What’s not waived is the over $100 fee to park at the hotel once you include the various taxes. As others noted the hotel rooms are in need of renovation. At the prices they are charging I would look elsewhere
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Feb 23, 2025
Good location but basic and small room
Overall we had a disappointing stay here. We’ve stayed in other Fairmounts and the quality of amenities here and value for money as disappointing. Centrally located which was a positive and the staff at check on were fine but our room was teeny and very basic. The temperature of our shower was also like warm and upon complaining and they looked at it they said it was the max it could go. Wouldn’t return but still loved SF
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Feb 20, 2025Great stay at this landmark hotel
My recent stay at the Fairmont San Francisco was truly memorable. The room was spacious, beautifully furnished, and offered an absolutely stunning view of Alcatraz and the bay. Waking up to the sight of the sun rising over the water, with the island in the distance, was an experience I won’t forget. The room itself felt luxurious yet comfortable, with plenty of space to relax. The bed was plush, and the marble bathroom added an extra touch of elegance. It was clear that attention had been paid to every detail, from the quality of the linens to the thoughtful amenities. The hotel’s location on Nob Hill made it easy to explore the city, but honestly, it was hard to leave the room with a view like that. If you’re considering staying at the Fairmont, I’d definitely recommend asking for a room in the Tower Building with a bay view—it’s worth it.