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1. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,552 reviews)
"Great place and location!"
United States
Joey
$300 nightly
The price is $353
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Fairmont San Francisco

2. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location close to stadium"
United States
Javier
$232 nightly
The price is $273
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Taj Campton Place

3. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff was so kind and helpful. The hotel was beautiful and well maintained. The bed was so comfortable. my family and I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jennifer
$345 nightly
The price is $406
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Total with taxes and fees
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

4. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Claremont Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,064 reviews)
"Lovely property."
United States
Myka
$310 nightly
The price is $350
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Claremont Resort & Club

5. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing stay at this property. Helpful, polite, welcoming staff. Excellent food, clean rooms, comfortable bedding, beautiful views. If in SF again will rebook at this property."
United States
Razan
$459 nightly
The price is $540
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

6. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was VERY accommodating!!!!"
United States
Danny
$386 nightly
The price is $454
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

7. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great experience Nice service"
United Kingdom
Klaus
$448 nightly
The price is $528
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

8. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (587 reviews)
"Our new favorite hotel in San Francisco. It’s such a beautiful, fresh luxurious hotel. Great location."
United States
Diana
$423 nightly
The price is $498
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
1 Hotel San Francisco

9. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The rooms and service and restaurants are outstanding- Quimby (Q), Leo the concierge, Ari the bellman, the entire valet team and staff were beyond welcoming. A minor note that the pool/steam are not available to hotel guests without booking a spa service. It is a wonderful property and we will be back!"
United States
Sharon
$826 nightly
The price is $972
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Huntington Hotel

10. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Napa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (231 reviews)
"The property itself was beautiful, the staff are very friendly and accommodating. They made our stay very memorable, amenities during our stay was worth it."
United States
Jacqueline Rose
$871 nightly
The price is $1,003
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

11. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (733 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Christopher
$501 nightly
The price is $591
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
The St. Regis San Francisco

12. MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Sonoma
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (869 reviews)
"Beautiful pkace"
United States
Dawn
$477 nightly
The price is $550
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

13. Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Napa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380 reviews)
"Wonderful property"
United States
Ahan
$749 nightly
The price is $863
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Carneros Resort and Spa

14. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
5.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"Excellent location and rooms - great space for families. Very helpful and friendly staff."
United States
Janelle
$799 nightly
The price is $939
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

15. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
5.0 star property
Pacific Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (469 reviews)
"Beautiful old historic hotel at a wonderful setting"
United States
Tymon
$620 nightly
The price is $721
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Drisco

16. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
5.0 star property
Western Addition
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Loved our stay will be back"
United States
Mary
$367 nightly
The price is $421
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sutter Mansion

17. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
5.0 star property
Dimond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The unit was extremely clean and having access to a garage was definitely a plus for our stay! Nice touches, especially coffee / tea , snacks, and a well equipped kitchen made us feel welcomed the minute we stepped through the door. A+"
United States
Camille
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

18. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
5.0 star property
Dimond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Cleanliness, amenities, staff. It was a really great stay."
United States
Phyllis
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theater, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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You can expect superior customer service from your hotel. Spa treatments, delicious meals, and attentive guest service are all at your fingertips. You're sure to find exactly the accommodation you need. You'll be pleased to note that the hotels in San Rafael offer great customer service, averaging 3.9 in our ranking system, setting you up for a truly relaxing getaway. What creature comforts do you want in your lodging? A reflexology treatment that will leave you feeling refreshed and alive? 24-hour room service, so you can order that filet mignon in the wee hours of the morning? A Swedish massage to help your cares fall away? Don't want to take our word for it? Then explore the 290 reviews various guests have left on Expedia and get to know these places.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in San Rafael?
Flawless guest service is the defining feature of every 5-star hotel in San Rafael. From the minute you step through the door, staff cater to your every whim, whether recommending activities and tours or providing in-room massage treatments. Plus, hotels have to offer upscale amenities to be entitled to a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bath products, a wellness center, pools, gourmet kitchens and knowledgeable concierge.
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