The Westin St. Francis
San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 397-7000
- Cross Street:
- Geary Street
Editorial Review for The Westin St. Francis – by Meghan Luecke
In Short
Built in 1904 as part of a campaign to make San Francisco the "Paris of the West," the hotel offers elegant rooms and top-notch service. The central Union Square location draws tourists and business travelers alike, and the hotel caters to such guests by offering a comprehensive business center, conference facilities, a health club and spa, high-speed internet for a fee and family services like on-site childcare. Pricier rooms boast sweeping city views, and all guests sleep on the Westin's signature Heavenly Beds.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasHop on the cable car that stops directly in front of the hotel and travel to various city attractions.
Look GoodMake sure to try out the glass elevators at the back of the building for great city views.
Know Before You GoPersonal checks are accepted only when you present a credit card to back it up.
On The MenuThe St. Francis is home to the acclaimed Michael Mina restaurant.
Fun FactParts of the St. Francis survived the 1906 earthquake, and the hotel was later rebuilt to become the largest hotel on the Pacific Coast.
User Reviews for The Westin St. Francis
09/18/2006 Posted by erin_mag
I had stayed at this hotel many times before looking it up on 'citysearch' and I was so disappointed to see how many terrible reviews it recieved. Every single time I come to San Francisco I make a point to stay at this hotel. I have not stayed in the older part of the hotel recently but I never had a problem with cleanliness. The rooms in the taller newer towers are modern but very warm and comfortable (Waterford bed linens feel pretty amazing after a long day) and the lobby looks straight out of a movie scene, especially during Christmas. When I last visited there was construction at the 'Compass Rose' bar downstairs. That was the only downfall. I will say that the parking is very expensive, but I never had a problem with a long wait. Why don't you call ahead of time if it takes so long? Bottom line, this is a great hotel. The best location (especially if you want to shop for clothes).
Pros: Location, Setting, Beautiful Lobby
Cons: Expensive Parking
09/16/2006 Posted by eminamy
Good location but a bit dated. If you like modern or newly decorated hotels, then this is not for you. The hotel has a very friendly vibe, with the turn of the century style. You can almost picture people used to come to the front of the hotel with horse carriages. Unfortunately, it also smells like it's from the turn of the century and scared my husband a bit. We stayed there for a birthday getaway for my hubby and tried Michael Mina which was simply amazing!!! If you make reservation for dinner at Michael Mina, you must reserve a room because by the end of the meal, you just want to roll upstairs because you can't do anything else!!!
Pros: Good location, great restaurant in the hotel!!!
Cons: Dated hotel
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