Palihotel San Francisco, San Francisco

Palihotel San Francisco - A historic boutique hotel near Union Square with California-centric design and Charlie Palmer dining

Located in Downtown San Francisco's Union Square area, this 3-star historic hotel features 82 reimagined rooms spanning from 160 to 400 square feet. The Palihotel San Francisco welcomes diverse clientele with wood-paneled interiors, ceramic tiles, and mixed-matched California-centric furnishings. Each room includes a 43-inch HDTV, Smeg refrigerator, Nespresso machine, and minibar stocked with gourmet snacks. Bathrooms feature walk-in rain showers and Diptyque amenities. The property houses the Burritt Room + Tavern, where celebrity chef Charlie Palmer's menu showcases steak and seafood with seasonal produce. Business travelers have access to meeting spaces, a business center, and laptop-friendly workspaces in rooms. This San Francisco hotel stands less than two blocks from the Powell Street and Market Street cable car line. Key attractions within walking distance include Union Square (0.5 miles), Chinatown (0.5 miles), and the Cable Car Museum (0.5 miles).

Pros

Historic building survived the 1906 earthquake

The Berlinetta Lounge accommodates private events for up to 100 guests

Pet-friendly accommodations with dedicated amenities program

Noir-inspired aesthetic with bright red hallway carpeting

Cons

1 mile distance to the Exploratorium

Limited parking options on-site