San Francisco Boutique Hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Beacon Grand A Union Square Hotel

8.7 / 10

(615 Reviews)

From 178$
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel

8.5 / 10

(1143 Reviews)

From 161$
Handlery Union Square Hotel

8.1 / 10

(4719 Reviews)

From 189$
Bijou Hotel

6.5 / 10

(232 Reviews)

From 86$
Huntington Hotel

8.9 / 10

(730 Reviews)

From 215$

San Francisco is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States, and for good reason. There are plenty of things to see and do in this vibrant city, from iconic attractions like Fisherman’s Wharf and Golden Gate Bridge to trendy districts like the Mission and SoMa. If you’re planning a trip to San Francisco, you’ll no doubt want to find a hotel that’s right for you. And while there are plenty of large chain hotels to choose from, why not consider staying in a boutique hotel instead?

Boutique hotels offer a unique and personalized experience that’s perfect for those looking for a more unique and memorable travel experience. They offer a more intimate setting than chain hotels, and typically have a more individualized style and decor. They also often offer superior service and amenities, and can be a great value for your money.

So if you’re looking for a unique and charming hotel experience in San Francisco, be sure to check out the many boutique options available. You’re sure to find one that’s perfect for you.

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Top Boutique Hotels in San Francisco

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Beacon Grand A Union Square Hotel The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Handlery Union Square Hotel Bijou Hotel Boutique Hotels in Downtown San Francisco Huntington Hotel Kensington Park Hotel Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco San Francisco 4 Star Boutique Hotels Galleria Park Hotel Hilton San Francisco Union Square Hotel Hotel Emblem San Francisco

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8.7
Excellent
615 Reviews

Beacon Grand A Union Square Hotel

📍 450 Powell Street

From 178$

Overlooking the bay, the 4-star Sir Francis Drake Hotel San Francisco is located 850 metres from Moscone Center. The venue is merely 150 metres from the bustling Union Square.

This hotel offers accommodation in Downtown San Francisco district with nearby access to Square hearts. A short distance to a train station enables you to get to Market Street in no time. The property is a couple of minutes' drive from San Francisco City Hall and other main attractions of San Francisco.

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8.5
Very good
1143 Reviews

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel

📍 495 Geary Street

From 161$

This venue is located in the centre of San Francisco, near the shopping plaza "Union Square" and 25 minutes' walk from the west Union Street. Set just around the corner from Nob Hill, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel San Francisco dates back to 1915.

Guests will also appreciate proximity to Market Street, which is 650 metres away. The city centre is a 20-minute walk away. The east – west Lombard Street is a short drive away.

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8.1
Very good
4719 Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

📍 351 Geary Street

From 189$

Located beside Market Street, Handlery Union Square Hotel San Francisco offers welcoming accommodation with pleasant views of the city. The upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre" is 500 metres away while the waterfront museum "Aquarium of the Bay" is about 2.5 km away from the venue.

The great location in a shopping area gives quick access to the people-watching plaza "Union Square". The city centre of San Francisco can be reached in 20 minutes on foot. Handlery Union Square Hotel is a short drive from the east – west Lombard Street.

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Boutique Hotels in Downtown San Francisco

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6.5
Good
232 Reviews

Bijou Hotel

📍 111 Mason Street

From 86$

Hotel Bijou, Worldhotels Crafted is placed in a busy area of San Francisco, 900 metres from the public park "Yerba Buena Gardens" and 550 metres from the people-watching plaza "Union Square". Set within reach of Museum of Ice Cream, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of American cuisine.

Market Street is located near the accommodation, and Oakland International airport is approximately a 25-minute drive away. The city centre is a 15-minute walk away. Hotel Bijou, Worldhotels Crafted is a short driving distance of Fisherman's Wharf.

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8.9
Excellent
730 Reviews

Huntington Hotel

📍 1075 California Street

From 215$

Huntington Hotel San Francisco features a central location adjacent to Square hearts and features 24-hour security service, concierge service and shopping service. Boasting location next to the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square", the venue offers 134 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

The east-west Union Street is a few minutes' drive from the accommodation, while Painted Ladies is 2 km away. The 210 - foot Coit Tower is approximately a 25-minute walk away.

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Hotels in San Francisco

Airport nearby ✈️ Buchanan Field, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County, San Francisco International
Average Price 💰 227$
Hotels in San Francisco 🏨 423
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 58491
Landmarks nearby 📍 Presidio of San Francisco, Japanese Tea Garden, Mission Dolores Park, Filbert Steps, SS Jeremiah O'Brien
Top Service Hotel 🛁 Beacon Grand A Union Square Hotel
Hotel with a view 🔍 The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Handlery Union Square Hotel

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8.3
Very good
588 Reviews

Kensington Park Hotel

📍 450 Post Street

From 194$

The 3-star Kensington Park Hotel is placed in San Francisco, not far from the shopping plaza "Union Square". Featuring 94 rooms with views of the hills, this venue is set within a short ride from Fisherman's Wharf.

Cable car ride is 2.6 km from the accommodation, while Year Up is 750 metres away. The city centre is within 20 minutes' walk away. Xanadu Gallery is located near the property.

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San Francisco 4 Star Boutique Hotels

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7.9
Very good
169 Reviews

Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco

📍 545 Post Street

From 163$

The welcoming hotel is in the centre of the city, just a few steps from the people-watching plaza "Union Square", and 500 metres from Powell Street tube station. The property features a bar and a fireplace, as well as a grill restaurant.

The neo-gothic Grace Cathedral is about 0.6 km from the venue, while Moscone Center is 1 km away. It takes 20 minutes on foot to get to San Francisco city centre. Square hearts is just a short walk away.

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8.8
Excellent
462 Reviews

Galleria Park Hotel

📍 191 Sutter Street

From 179$

Galleria Park Hotel San Francisco, located just near the people-watching plaza "Union Square", features entertainment activities, a cable flat-screen and a flat-screen cable-TV. 0.7 km from Chinatown, the venue is also 1.6 km away from the 210 - foot Coit Tower.

Situated in Downtown San Francisco district, this accommodation is 25 minutes walk from the centre of San Francisco. The hotel stands 200 metres from Montgomery Street tube station. Embarcadero Center is just a few minutes' drive away.

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7.6
Very good
1489 Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square Hotel

📍 333 O'Farrell Street

From 145$

Built in 1964, the sophisticated Hilton San Francisco Union Square Hotel is located near Nob Hill in Downtown San Francisco district. Featuring 1919 rooms with views of the skyline, this venue is set within a short ride from Chinatown.

Painted Ladies is 2.7 km from the accommodation and the antique Cable Car Museum is 1.4 km away. The hotel is set 20 minutes' walk from the San Francisco centre. The shopping plaza "Union Square" is also located near the property.

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San Francisco 5 Star Boutique Hotels

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8.4
Very good
411 Reviews

Hotel Emblem San Francisco

📍 562 Sutter Street

From 129$

Hotel Emblem San Francisco, a Viceroy Urban Retreat is a 4-star pet-friendly venue featuring air-conditioned rooms within a 9-minute walk from Market Street. This accommodation is located in Downtown San Francisco district, not far from the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square".

North Beach is less than 1.4 km away. It is 2 km to the centre of San Francisco. The east-west Union Street is also within a few minutes drive from Hotel Emblem San Francisco, a Viceroy Urban Retreat.

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8.4
Very good
541 Reviews

Palace Hotel, A Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

📍 2 New Montgomery Street

From 269$

Palace Hotel San Francisco is a 10-minute walk from Martin Luther King and it has fitness and a gym. The venue is situated in Downtown San Francisco district, near San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.

The accommodation is located off the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square", just 25 minutes' walk from the city centre. About 15 minutes’ drive from here guests will reach Cable car ride. This grand hotel is within a short driving distance of Chinatown.

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8.7
Excellent
541 Reviews

Kimpton Alton Hotel, An Ihg Hotel

📍 2700 Jones Street

From 149$

Located just off San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, this 3-star Kimpton Alton Hotel, An Ihg Hotel is a 5-minutes’ drive from the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square". Boasting location close to Pier 39, the venue includes 585 rooms and an outdoor pool.

Palace of Fine Arts Event Accommodation is less than 2.9 km away. The property lies within 4 km of the centre of San Francisco. Kimpton Alton Hotel, An Ihg Hotel is a short driving distance of Chinatown.

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San Francisco Luxury Boutique Hotels

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9
Excellent
387 Reviews

Omni San Francisco Hotel

📍 500 California Street

From 159$

The 4-star Omni San Francisco Hotel lies within 0.7 km from Square hearts, and offers proximity to a cable car station. Featuring 362 rooms with views of the terrace, this venue is set within a short ride from the east – west Lombard Street.

Located 30 minutes' walk from the centre of San Francisco, the accommodation is close to the distinctive tower "Transamerica Pyramid". Pier 39 is within a 25-minute walk of the hotel. Chinatown is also located near the property.

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6.7
Good
591 Reviews

The Monarch Hotel

📍 1015 Geary Street

From 105$

Situated 1.3 km from Market Street in San Francisco, Monarch Hotel features a tennis court and a restaurant throughout the venue. The property is located off San Francisco City Hall, just 15 minutes' walk from the city centre.

This accommodation is in a 16-minute walk from the bustling Union Square. The hotel stands 850 metres from Civic Center / UN Plaza tube station. The east - west Union Street is only a few minutes' drive away.

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8.7
Excellent
94 Reviews

Inn At The Opera

📍 333 Fulton Street

From 135$

Set within 2 km from the bustling Union Square, the 3-star Inn At Opera San Francisco features free WiFi in public areas as well as parking area on site. Guests staying at the inn will find themselves less than 600 metres away from Civic Center.

The property is set in Western Addition district, in vicinity of War Memorial Opera House. The centre of San Francisco is 10 minutes' walk away. This contemporary hotel is located adjacent to Asian Art Museum of San Francisco.

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Cheap Boutique Hotels in San Francisco

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8.3
Very good
746 Reviews

Palihotel San Francisco

📍 417 Stockton Street

From 132$

Offering a library, a flat-screen cable-TV and a bar, Palihotel San Francisco is situated in San Francisco, 700 metres from Powell and Market Cable Car Turnaround. The venue is set in Downtown San Francisco district, within easy reach of the shopping plaza "Union Square".

This accommodation is in a 20-minute walk from the 210 - foot Coit Tower. It is set in the touristic area, a few steps from 450 Sutter Building. Palihotel San Francisco is just a short drive from the east-west Union Street.

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7.4
Good
72 Reviews

The Barnes San Francisco, Tapestry Collection By Hilton Hotel

📍 225 Powell Street

From 136$

Providing guests with allergy friendly rooms and a restaurant, the contemporary 4-star Villa Florence is located in the downtown district of San Francisco, within walking distance of the people-watching plaza "Union Square" and the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre". There are meeting rooms, a photocopy machine and a business centre at the hotel.

Year Up is 0.7 km from the accommodation, while Square hearts is 400 metres away. The property is set within 2 km distance of the city centre. Villa Florence is a short ride from the west Union Street.

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8.5
Very good
416 Reviews

Hotel Kabuki, Part Of Jdv By Hyatt

📍 1625 Post Street

From 236$

The elegant 4-star Kabuki Hotel San Francisco is set in a vibrant a few minutes drive away from the people-watching plaza "Union Square". Set in the centre of San Francisco, the venue offers 218 rooms overlooking the courtyard.

The accommodation is 2.6 km from Moscone Center, while Golden Gate Public Park is 4.8 km away. Attractions within walking distance include The Fillmore Auditorium and Nihonmachi Mall Shopping Center.

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San Francisco Small Boutique Hotels

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7.8
Very good
841 Reviews

Hotel Zetta San Francisco

📍 55 5Th Street

From 161$

This venue is located in the centre of San Francisco, near the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square" and 5 minutes' walk from Market Street. Set just around the corner from Moscone Center, Hotel Zetta San Francisco dates back to 1913.

The accommodation is set in Downtown San Francisco district, 150 metres from Powell Street underground station. Cable car ride is within a 10-minute drive away. You can get to Ferry Building Market in a few minutes by car.

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7.8
Very good
53 Reviews

Hotel Spero

📍 405 Taylor Street

From 167$

The 4-star Hotel Spero San Francisco is set 1.4 km from Chinatown and 2.2 km from the east-west Union Street. Set close to the people-watching plaza "Union Square", this venue boasts luxury rooms along with flat-screen TV and a bar available onsite.

The accommodation is located near Square hearts, about 450 metres from Powell Street tube station. The city centre is also 2 km away. A short driving distance to Pier 39 is a perk for guests staying at Hotel Spero.

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7.5
Very good
910 Reviews

The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco

📍 85 Fifth Street

From 139$

The 3-star Pickwick Hotel is located in the popular area of San Francisco, 300 metres from Market Street. Set close to the people-watching plaza "Union Square", this venue boasts modern rooms along with a bowling alley, entertainment activities and a bar available onsite.

The accommodation is 2 km from the city centre and adjacent to Moscone Center. The free Cable Car Museum is a 5-minute ride from here. The Pickwick Hotel is a short ride from Alcatraz Island.

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San Francisco Pet Friendly Boutique Hotels

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8.7
Excellent
2469 Reviews

Chancellor Hotel On Union Square

📍 433 Powell St

From 126$

Offering a luggage storage, a cash machine and parking, the 3-star Chancellor Hotel On Union Square San Francisco is located near Nob Hill. The east – west Lombard Street is a few minutes' drive from the venue, while Alcatraz Island is 4.7 km away.

The accommodation is situated 2 km from San Francisco city centre and 25 km from San Francisco International airport. My Heart is 800 metres from this hotel. The people-watching plaza "Union Square" is also located near the property.

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4.2
Good
14 Reviews

Bel Air Hotel

📍 344 Jones Street

From 90$

The accommodation is located a 10-minute walk from Golden Gate Theater and 10 minutes walk from Powell Street underground station. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences like free Wi Fi throughout the venue and access to a xerox, a fax machine and a business centre.

The east - west Union Street is less than 2.3 km away. The hotel lies within 2 km of the centre of San Francisco. Chinatown is also located near the property. The venue is only a short drive from Pier 39.

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8
Very good
281 Reviews

Hotel Julian

📍 940 Sutter Street

From 101$

Featuring a safe deposit box, a cash machine and a parking, Hotel Vertigo San Francisco offers accommodation in Downtown San Francisco district, 2.1 km from the east-west Union Street. The venue provides 110 guestrooms appointed with WiFi, television and cable channels for a pleasant stay in San Francisco.

The property is located off the neo-gothic Grace Cathedral, just 20 minutes' walk from the city centre. Fisherman's Wharf can be reached within a 25-minute walk. Hotel Vertigo San Francisco is a short ride from San Francisco City Hall.

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San Francisco Adults only Boutique Hotels

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8.3
Very good
257 Reviews

Hotel Triton

📍 342 Grant Avenue

From 159$

Featuring a golf course and a restaurant, Hotel Triton is set 2.1 km from the east–west Lombard Street in San Francisco. The venue is also located near 555 California Street and 500 metres from the people-watching plaza "Union Square".

The accommodation is set in Downtown San Francisco district, within easy reach of Chinatown. The city centre is close by, about 25 minutes' walk away. The east-west Union Street is a short drive away.

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8.5
Very good
291 Reviews

Hotel G San Francisco

📍 386 Geary Street

From 144$

Just 5 minutes' walk from Square hearts, the venue is 5 minutes away from Powell Street underground station. Boasting location next to the shopping plaza "Union Square", the accommodation offers 153 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

This hotel is set 0.8 km from Moscone Center. It takes 20 minutes on foot to get to San Francisco city centre. The west Union Street is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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