When a recent trip brought us out to the bay area, we rearranged our travel schedule so we would have at least one full Saturday to the explore the amazing city of San Francisco. The bad part was that we’d only have one full Saturday to explore the amazing city of San Francisco. With so much to do and see, the choices seemed overwhelming. This was my first visit the “City By The Bay” and as much as I hate to admit it, we were in full tourist mode. Here’s where we stayed, ate and visited!
Where To Check-In? An Ideal Hotel & Location In San Francisco
In a city with over 200+ hotels, choosing where to stay in San Francisco can prove tricky. Especially when you’re short on time. Solution? We decided to choose a hotel in a great location with easy access to the places we planned to visit. We also wanted to be close to great restaurants. And we figured a little luxury wouldn’t hurt either…
The Four Seasons San Francisco came out on top as our pick as the perfect hotel for a quick weekend in the city. Not only is it in an ultra convenient location with an easy walk to some of the city’s best museums, restaurants, shopping, attractions, and transportation, but the Four Seasons San Francisco is known for providing a level of luxurious amenities and service that isn’t easy to come by. We couldn’t wait to check-in!
Travel Tip: When you’re traveling and short on time, choose a hotel in a location that’s convenient to areas you plan to visit and includes the level of amenities and service you’re accustomed to (or better).
Experiencing The Hotel
We arrived at the striking Four Seasons San Francisco on a Friday evening. The main entrance to the hotel is on Market Street, but if you’re driving in or require valet service Stevenson Street is the place to go. There’s also an entrance to a parking garage if you decide to self-park.
The Four Seasons San Francisco is a modern high-rise style building. Once you get inside you take the elevator to the 5th floor to reach the main lobby of the hotel. This is also the heart of the hotel where you’ll find their concierge desk, MKT their restaurant, bar and lounge, and elevators that will take you to the guest rooms. The hotel is sleek and modern with the feel of a luxury apartment building but at night still felt cozy. We found the bar to be a great spot to unwind for a bite to eat and drink. And if weather allows (which it did not while we were there) you can relax out on their expansive veranda that overlooks Yerba Buena Gardens.
The guest rooms at the Four Seasons San Francisco are spacious, filled with natural light and tranquil. Truly zen chic and a lovely contrast to the bustling city. The rooms also feature floor-to-ceiling windows that look onto the San Francisco skyline. The window seat in our room was a fun touch and I found myself drawn to looking out the window taking in Market Street and the San Francisco city skyline. Breathtaking!
The bedding and linens at the Four Seasons San Francisco are lush, luxurious and the silky soft to the touch. There’s nothing better than a comfortable bed and I was debating whether I should go explore one of the world’s most exciting and beautiful cities or stay in and indulge in breakfast in bed. I eventually tore myself away.
The bathrooms in the suites at the Four Seasons are just as gorgeous. Large, marble adorned and complete with a deep soaking tub and glass-enclosed shower. A spa-like retreat in your own room. There’s nothing more relaxing than a hot bath after a long day of sightseeing. And if it’s tech you’re looking for all guestrooms come with flat-screens, WiFi access, and iPod docks.
Four Seasons Hotels, in general, are known for their impeccable service and the Four Seasons San Francisco was no exception. It was not only super friendly and helpful but completely professional. And their concierge? Stellar. Whether you’re looking for info about visiting spots around the city or a hot restaurant tip nearby they have your back. If you need a reservation or tickets booked for a show or tour they can arrange that for you as well. And while San Francisco is a completely walkable city with plenty of options to get around, the Four Seasons San Francisco has a house car that will drive or pick up its guests anywhere within a mile of the hotel. A completely complementary service. Oh, and did I mention it’s a Tesla?
The amenities at the Four Seasons San Francisco are just as elevated as the service. Guests who want to stick to their fitness routine have access to the Equinox Sports Club located in the same building that along with the usual fitness equipment has a state-of-the-art boxing studio, a full-sized indoor basketball court and a 25-yard indoor pool that was being renovated when we visited. This is where their spa is located as well.
If you’re an art enthusiast just walk around the lobby and enjoy the Four Season’s large and impressive contemporary art collection.
For when you’re hungry, their MKT Restaurant + Bar offers a California inspired menu of fresh sustainable seafood and creative craft cocktails. Their 24-hour in-room dining option can be an attractive option if you’re exhausted from a day of sightseeing.
