This is where it all started and you should read all about it in the corridors of this historic relic..breakfast was a highlight in the beautifully restored dining room.great selection of hot and cold dishes.concierge was great and recommended some old school Italian restaurants..straight out of the movies..loved the lobby although it probably isn't quite as grand as the fairmont... More

Had a great stay, excellent location, you can connect to all parts of the city from here easily. (Get a muni pass, it'll pay for itself). The hotel is beautifully kept, like walking back in time. That being said we heard our neighbors sometimes quite well. The food in all the outlets varied from good to great. If you don't... More

the fairmont's lobby is impressively glitzy! check-in was a breeze and we were given an upgraded room. this hotel is massive, pretty much takes up a whole city block. it's at the top of nob hill and trust me, your legs will get a good workout if you are like me and like to walk everywhere! our room was immaculate... More

I was expecting the traditional troubles you have with a historic hotel (small bath, rooms in need of updating, worn carpet) but what I found was a lovely hotel, well-maintained with a relaxed and comfortable environment. Our room (new tower, 21st floor facing the bay) had a spectacular view (almost bridge to bridge). Bed was comfortable. Room was reasonably sized.... More

This was the final stop of our tour to LA, Vegas and San Francisco. We were impressed by the lobby of the hotel when we arrived and most of the staff seemed efficient and friendly. We had been on the road for over 10 hours driving from Vegas to San Francisco so were in need of a bath, food and... More

Beautiful spacious and clean and quiet hotel. Take into consideration it is old and historical but very classy. Service was generous and gracious. You need to be able to walk because this hotel is on the very TOP of San Francisco. Hills are very very steep. Trollies help but the price adds up quick. Great experience. Better then Manhattan 5th... More

Beautiful old hotel with interesting history. Had to ask for a coffee maker. Food was tasty although overpriced. Central location makes it great for exploring the city. Enjoyed wandering around the hotel. So many famous personalities have frequented here that you get a history in every turn.

It pains me to write a review of a Fairmont Hotel that is less than glowing. We have stayed in Fairmonts across Europe, Canada and the US and are usually delighted with our choice. As the hotel in the final city of our holiday - San Francisco - it was obvious that we would choose the Fairmont San Francisco -... More

I recently attended a conference at the Fairmont and found the refurbished hotel enchanting in every way. My tower room had a view of Alcatraz and was spacious and well appointed. The hotel is located on Nob Hill so the area is challenging to navigate on foot but the views of the area are terrific. I highly recommend the Fairmont... More