BOOK FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SAN FRANCISCO AT EMBARCADERO (in cooperation with Booking.com)

We'll make it very simple for you: if you're looking for San Francisco's panoramic views, this is the place to stay. From the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero, once the outpost for the Mandarin Oriental and the Loews Regency Hotel, guests can enjoy staggering views of famous city landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, the Transamerica Pyramid, and Alcatraz (at 48 floors above the ground, this is San Francisco's tallest hotel after all). If the views were already there, and under the Four Seasons command, the hotel regained its hype in 2022 after an extensive - and costly - renovation. In terms of rooms and suites, this could well be the best hotel in San Francisco for exceptional views of San Francisco Bay and the city's evolving skyline. For the ultimate contemplation experience, pick the spectacular Golden Gate-View Corner Suite, offering San Francisco views that stretch from the remarkable suspension bridge to Alcatraz and can be admired through expansive windows. Should you require additional space and pampering, the Golden Gate Terrace Suite, hosting 1200 square feet (111 square meters) of pure luxury, is the finest accommodation in the house. The hotel excels with its business clients, having launched the WFH (Work from Hotel) initiative, which enables guests to rest their laptops at various on-site working desks. The centrally-located Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero also allows easy walking access to the nearby Moscone Center, the city's largest convention center.

HOTEL VIEW: GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, OAKLAND BAY BRIDGE, SAN FRANCISCO BAY, TRANSAMERICA PYRAMID, SALESFORCE TOWER, COIT TOWER, ALCATRAZ
A San Francisco Hotel View captured by @tenay32

BOOK FAIRMONT SAN FRANCISCO (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Few hotels can claim to have survived an earthquake, such as the palatial Fairmont San Francisco, which still suffered from the fire that followed in 1906. Rebuilt at record speed, the resilient hotel bounced back in 1907 and has remained in operation until today, undergoing multiple renovations and upgrades throughout the years that cemented its position as a Beaux Arts-influenced property. Its stubbornness in retaining its status as one of the best hotels in San Francisco paid off, and to prove it is an extensive list of A-class celebrities that include Alfred Hitchcock, Frank Sinatra, and Tony Bennett, who is said to have sung I Left My Heart in San Francisco for the first time in the hotel's impressive ballroom. To describe the Nob Hill hotel's views, one should understand that the Fairmont San Francisco 606 rooms and suites are spread across the main and tower buildings, delivering substantially different experiences. In the first case, vistas only become interesting from the third floor up. The sixth-floor Main Building Balcony Suite, with an unobstructed line of sight towards the Transamerica Pyramid, is among guests' favorites. The sweeping panoramic views surpass all expectations at the much taller adjacent tower building. Who would say no to waking up in a 23rd-floor, binoculars-equipped Signature Golden Gate suite with neck-twisting views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and everything in between?

HOTEL VIEW: GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, SAN FRANCISCO BAY, TRANSAMERICA PYRAMID, OAKLAND BAY BRIDGE, COIT TOWER, ANGEL ISLAND
A San Francisco Hotel View captured by @iheartartstudio

BOOK ST. REGIS SAN FRANCISCO (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Located in one of the most desirable San Francisco areas, SoMA, the high-end hotel St. Regis San Francisco, is an exceptional option for the sophisticated traveler, especially after the complete renovation of its 260 rooms and suites in 2022. Under the direction of the Chapi Chapo Design agency, the accommodations regained the status of among the best in San Francisco; with that said, none surpasses the top-floor, colossal Presidential Suite, which features 3200 square feet (288 square meters) of pure lavishness accompanied by commanding vistas over "Frisco." Still, those who manage to book the corner Metropolitan Suite or the Astor Suite, which includes the brand's Signature Butler Service, will hardly be disappointed. The cityscape views over San Francisco from this elegant hotel in the city's financial district will undoubtedly feel like a lively painting reflecting perfect shapes and colors. Considering the hotel's position, immersed in San Francisco's skyline and surrounded by tall-like buildings, bay views are limited but nonetheless appealing for those who cherish urban sights. For those planning a stay at St. Regis San Francisco, swimwear should also be included in the packing list; the hotel's heated infinity pool, featuring San Francisco city views, is a welcoming haven from the bustling outdoors. This luxurious hotel's skyscraper, a block from Moscone Center, also houses the Museum of the African Diaspora (MoAD). Within a few steps, guests can reach the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, which has a collection of almost 30,000 items.

HOTEL VIEW: SAN FRANCISCO SKYLINE
A San Francisco Hotel View captured by @danielle.muir

BOOK THE FAIRMONT HERITAGE PLACE GHIRARDELLI SQUARE (in cooperation with Booking.com)

A city landmark located in Ghirardelli Square, the Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square is one of the most photographed and historic buildings in San Francisco. It is easily recognizable by its unique Ghirardelli sign. The red-brick building is part of a former chocolate factory founded by Domingo Ghirardelli, today a revitalized complex that includes a five-star hotel, top-dollar residences, and the Ghirardelli Chocolate Experience, where visitors can sample all sorts of chocolate and leave with delicious ice creams in hand. The hotel's bay-front location ensures exceptional views, from the Golden Gate Bridge to the left to Alcatraz Island just in front. Guests staying in the One-Bedroom Residence or the Signature Three-Bedroom Bay View Residence are promised expansive vistas of San Francisco Bay, not to mention a romantic fireplace in all living rooms. Due to the nature of its accommodations, this five-star hotel is particularly suited for longer-term stays. Across the street, the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park allows visitors to explore in more detail the symbiotic connection between the city and its bay. In no more than a 15-minute walk, guests will reach Fisherman's Wharf, a lively waterfront complex filled with restaurants and shops; along the route, the Anchorage Square Mall is a good option for those wishing to explore retail opportunities.

HOTEL VIEW: SAN FRANCISCO BAY, ALCATRAZ
A San Francisco Hotel View captured by @ofthecity415

BOOK FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SAN FRANCISCO (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco is just another example of a perfect combination between the finest hospitality and enjoyable San Francisco views. This luxury hotel is located near Union Square and Yerba Buena Gardens, making it an ideal starting point to explore the city on foot. When staying at Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco, guests can select specific room or suite types that include memorable vistas of the city. As a suggestion, wake up early in the morning, enjoy the heavenly Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco breakfast and catch a ferry towards Sausalito - feel the morning breeze in your face as you stare at some of the best Golden Gate Bridge views available in San Francisco.

HOTEL VIEW: SAN FRANCISCO SKYLINE
A San Francisco Hotel View captured by @sarahadams84

BOOK 1 HOTEL SAN FRANCISCO (in cooperation with Booking.com)

Many travelers dream of a cinematic Golden Gate Bridge view when considering their next hotel stay in San Francisco, which is understandable given the countless Hollywood appearances the International Orange structure has made. Even if it's true that some hotels offer this iconic vista at a considerable distance, it is a different bridge that can be spotted from a closer distance: the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, or simply put Bay Bridge. Even if a longer and busier Bay Bridge hasn't become a tourist landmark like the Golden Gate Bridge, it provides quite a vision, and no other hotel like the 1 Hotel San Francisco is in a better position to offer magnificent vistas of this vital city transportation link. For instance, in the morning, the image of a sun rising behind the Bay Bridge can be admired by guests in full splendor from some hotel accommodations, especially from the seven stylish Panoramic Waterfront suites. Positioned in Embarcadero, moments away from the Ferry Building and its prominent clock tower, the boutique 1 Hotel San Francisco debuted in San Francisco's hospitality scene in 2022. Its arrival came with an ethos of environmental care and guests' well-being; these verticals manifest through extra care from where supplies come from, whether it is bedware, bath amenities, or food ingredients. Among our favorite venues in this upscale hotel is the Terrene patio, which provides al-fresco dining opportunities with awe-inspiring views of the nearby landmarks. On chillier nights, the on-site fire pits charge the atmosphere with charm and romance.

HOTEL VIEW: SAN FRANCISCO BAY, OAKLAND BAY BRIDGE, FERRY BUILDING
A San Francisco Hotel View captured by @kristinasemak