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Terrace/patio
Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1434)
"Always a great place to stay! "
United States
Everett
$260 nightly
The price is $306
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Fairmont San Francisco
3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club

5.0 star property
Claremont Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Everything about our stay with you was excellent !!!!"
United States
Gene
$396 nightly
The price is $451
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Claremont Resort & Club
View from property
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, (1000)
"Everything was fantastic including the breakfast!"
United States
David
$269 nightly
The price is $317
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
City view
Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place

5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"It was a fine stay however the hotel is a bit dated. "
United States
michelle Wright
$208 nightly
The price is $244
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Taj Campton Place
Terrace/patio
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"great room and staff. "
United States
chunguang
$315 nightly
The price is $371
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Excellent "
United States
Maximus
$363 nightly
The price is $427
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco

5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (481)
"Beautiful hotel. Great staff. "
United States
Elizabeth L.
$377 nightly
The price is $444
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
1 Hotel San Francisco
Rooftop terrace
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, (1000)
"Rooms great location, friendly and hospitable staff. Great experience overall!"
United States
mac santa
$420 nightly
The price is $494
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Total with taxes and fees
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

5.0 star property
Napa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (170)
"It was an amazing place to stay. The staff was extremely friendly. The property was beautiful! "
United States
Arutyun
$720 nightly
The price is $829
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Corner | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco

5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (691)
"Had a great stay "
United Kingdom
Thomas
$399 nightly
The price is $470
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Total with taxes and fees
The St. Regis San Francisco
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa

5.0 star property
Napa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (354)
"Excellent hotel!"
United States
Yiting
$669 nightly
The price is $771
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
Carneros Resort and Spa
Property entrance
Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco

5.0 star property
Pacific Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (453)
"The breakfast was amazing, lots of variety including hot items cooked freshly"
United Kingdom
Julie Ann
$566 nightly
The price is $658
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Drisco
Exterior
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

5.0 star property
Fisherman's Wharf
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"Great staff, clean, excellent location, spacious rooms"
United States
Christopher
$815 nightly
The price is $958
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Front of property - evening/night
Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion

Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion

5.0 star property
Western Addition
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224)
"Beautifully restored property with very tasteful furnishings. Staff very helpful and polite. A real pleasure to stay in. Top quality stay."
United Kingdom
Jonathan
$282 nightly
The price is $328
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Neighbourgood Sutter Mansion
Terrace/patio
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

5.0 star property
Dimond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Great place, great customer service!"
United States
Anonymous traveler
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
Deluxe House | Balcony
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

5.0 star property
Dimond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"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
Studio (4 Bedrooms) | Property amenity
KBM Resorts Long Term Lease 4 Bed/3 Bath Luxury Home Pool, Bbq, Fitness Center Orinda Retreat Ldd-32

KBM Resorts Long Term Lease 4 Bed/3 Bath Luxury Home Pool, Bbq, Fitness Center Orinda Retreat Ldd-32

5.0 star property
Orinda
KBM Resorts Long Term Lease 4 Bed/3 Bath Luxury Home Pool, Bbq, Fitness Center Orinda Retreat Ldd-32
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

5 Embarcadero Center San Francisco CA
$183 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$215 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,974 reviews)
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Learn more about San Rafael

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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Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
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Fairmont San Francisco

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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?
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