San Francisco 4 Star Hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco

7.9 / 10

(169 Reviews)

From 163$
Sheraton Fisherman'S Wharf Hotel

8.1 / 10

(2757 Reviews)

From 172$
Intercontinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, An Ihg Hotel

8.0 / 10

(977 Reviews)

From 146$
Hotel Diva San Francisco

7.6 / 10

(607 Reviews)

From 186$
Hotel Carlton, A Joie De Vivre Hotel

8.2 / 10

(1357 Reviews)

From 82$

San Francisco is a world-renowned city that attracts tourists from all over the globe. While there are many choices for accommodations, travelers often ask themselves whether or not they should stay in a 4 star hotel. The answer to that question really depends on the individual and their budget. Here are a few reasons why someone might choose to stay in a 4 star hotel when visiting San Francisco:

The first reason is that 4 star hotels offer a high level of luxury and comfort. They often have premium amenities, like plush bedding, rainfall showers, and state-of-the-art fitness centers. Additionally, the staff is typically more attentive and will go out of their way to make sure you have a great stay.

Second, 4 star hotels are typically located in prime areas of the city. This means that guests can walk to some of the most popular attractions, like Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, and Union Square. Additionally, many of these hotels offer stunning views of the Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, or cityscape.

Third, a 4 star hotel can be a great value for the money. Compared to other types of lodging, like apartments or bed and breakfasts, 4 stars offer a better price-to-quality ratio. And, since San Francisco is an expensive city to visit, this can be a major factor in deciding where to stay.

Fourth and finally, a 4 star hotel can give peace of mind. Knowing that you have a comfortable place to rest your head at the end of a long day of sightseeing can be really reassuring. Plus, if something goes wrong during your stay, the staff is likely to be more responsive and helpful.

So, if you’re thinking of visiting San Francisco and want to stay in a luxurious, centrally located hotel, a 4 star should be at the top of your list!.

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Best 4 Star Hotels in San Francisco

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Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco Sheraton Fisherman'S Wharf Hotel Intercontinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, An Ihg Hotel Hotel Diva San Francisco Four Star Hotels Near San Francisco Airport Hotel Carlton, A Joie De Vivre Hotel Beacon Grand A Union Square Hotel Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel Pet friendly Four Star Hotels In Downtown San Francisco California San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square Hotel Warwick San Francisco Hotel The Westin St. Francis San Francisco On Union Square Hotel

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7.9
Very good
169 Reviews

Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco

📍 545 Post Street

From 163$

Providing guests with a beauty salon, a restaurant and a gym, the unique 4-star Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco is located in the financial district of San Francisco, within walking distance of the people-watching plaza "Union Square" and American Conservatory Theater. Flat screen TV, a fireplace and a bar plus contemporary meals are available at the venue, set in Downtown San Francisco district.

The east-west Union Street is 2.2 km from the accommodation, while Moscone Center is settled 1 km away. The property features 196 stylish rooms featuring coffee and tea making equipment, and refrigerator. Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco is a short ride from The Regency Ballroom Theatre.

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8.1
Very good
2757 Reviews

Sheraton Fisherman'S Wharf Hotel

📍 2500 Mason Street

From 172$

Located 700 metres from PIER 39 Fisherman's Wharf, the 4-star Sheraton Fisherman'S Wharf Hotel San Francisco offers non-smoking rooms within a 7-minute walk of the waterfront museum "Aquarium of the Bay". The venue features chaise longues and a bar, as well as an a la carte restaurant.

The accommodation boasts a great location in the centre of San Francisco. It is set in the shopping area, a few steps from USS Pampanito World War ii Submarine. Angel Island State Park is also located near the hotel. You can get to the west Union Street in a few minutes by car.

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8
Very good
977 Reviews

Intercontinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, An Ihg Hotel

📍 999 California Street

From 146$

Featuring a ballroom, a restaurant and a gym onsite, Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel is situated in Downtown San Francisco district, 200 metres from Nob Hill. A lounge bar as well as a bar and entertainment activities can be enjoyed at the venue, boasting the setting next to Chinatown.

The shopping plaza "Union Square" is less than 0.6 km away. This exclusive accommodation is steps from the neo-gothic Grace Cathedral and 3 km from downtown of San Francisco. Embarcadero Center is also within a few minutes drive from Intercontinental Mark Hopkins Hotel.

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7.6
Very good
607 Reviews

Hotel Diva San Francisco

📍 440 Geary St

From 186$

Hotel Diva San Francisco boasts an excellent setting not far from the shopping plaza "Union Square". The venue provides 116 guestrooms appointed with complimentary WiFi, climate control and multi-channel television for a pleasant stay in San Francisco.

Situated in Downtown San Francisco district, the accommodation is set 2.2 km from the east-west Union Street. The property is also next door to H & M, and near a motorway. Hotel Diva San Francisco is a short drive from Alcatraz Island.

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8.2
Very good
1357 Reviews

Hotel Carlton, A Joie De Vivre Hotel

📍 1075 Sutter Street

From 82$

Set in the centre of San Francisco, Hotel Carlton, A Joie De Vivre Hotel is about a 20-minute walk from Moscone Center. Boasting 24-hour front desk and concierge service, this venue also provides guests with meeting rooms and a business centre.

The accommodation is set in Downtown San Francisco district, within easy reach of Square hearts. It is only 1.9 km from the west Union Street. Hotel Carlton, A Joie De Vivre Hotel is a few minutes' drive from the bustling Union Square.

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Hotels in San Francisco

Airport nearby ✈️ Buchanan Field, Oakland International, Mineta San Jose International, Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County, San Francisco International
Average Price 💰 227$
Hotels in San Francisco 🏨 423
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 58491
Landmarks nearby 📍 Presidio of San Francisco, Japanese Tea Garden, Mission Dolores Park, Filbert Steps, SS Jeremiah O'Brien
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Hotel Zeppelin San Francisco
Top Service Hotel 🛁 Sheraton Fisherman'S Wharf Hotel
Family Hotel 👪 Intercontinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, An Ihg Hotel

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8.7
Excellent
615 Reviews

Beacon Grand A Union Square Hotel

📍 450 Powell Street

From 178$

Providing guests with a golf course, a night club and live performances, the exquisite 4-star Sir Francis Drake Hotel is located in the theatre district of San Francisco, within walking distance of the people-watching plaza "Union Square" and Nob Hill. Featuring 416 rooms with views of the bay, this venue is set within a short ride from the east-west Union Street.

The free Cable Car Museum is less than 0.9 km from the accommodation, while San Francisco International airport is 25 km away. Pier 39 is situated 5 minutes’ drive away.

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Pet friendly Four Star Hotels In Downtown San Francisco California

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8.7
Excellent
836 Reviews

Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel

📍 495 Jefferson Street

From 225$

Argonaut Hotel, A Noble House Hotel San Francisco offers classic accommodation close to The Cannery at Del Monte Square as well as a shared lounge, a lending library and a bar. The well-known Golden Gate Bridge is 6 km from the venue, while Hyde Street Pier is 0.3 km away.

Guests will appreciate a unique location in the vicinity of Pier 39. The hotel is 4 km from the centre of San Francisco. Guests can find a scenic beach adjacent to the property. North Beach is just a few minutes' drive away.

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8.3
Very good
2131 Reviews

San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square Hotel

📍 780 Mission Street

From 176$

San Francisco Marriott Marquis Union Square Hotel enjoys a central location and provides easy access to Moscone Center within a 5-minute walk. Featuring 1500 rooms with views of the terrace, this venue is set within a short ride from Ferry Building Market.

Located 20 minutes' walk from the centre of San Francisco, the accommodation is close to Market Street. The hotel is set 19 minutes' walk away from San Francisco City Hall. The shopping plaza "Union Square" is also located near the property.

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7.2
Good
1235 Reviews

Warwick San Francisco Hotel

📍 490 Geary Street

From 136$

Warwick San Francisco Hotel is a luxurious 4-star accommodation, set in proximity to the shopping plaza "Union Square". The venue is a 9-minute walk from the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre" and in close proximity to Square hearts.

The hotel is located 2 km from the centre of San Francisco and a couple of minutes' drive from Chinatown. It’s easily reached within 1.4 km from the antique Cable Car Museum.

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8.3
Very good
1197 Reviews

The Westin St. Francis San Francisco On Union Square Hotel

📍 335 Powell Street

From 178$

Featuring currency exchange and storage for belongings throughout the venue, Westin St. Francis San Francisco On Union Square Hotel offers award-winning accommodation next to the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre". The property is placed in the centre of San Francisco, a stroll away from the non - collecting Contemporary Jewish Museum.

A perfect location in Downtown San Francisco district provides access within a 5-minute walk to San Francisco Cable Car. Pier 39 is an approximate 10-minute drive away. You can get to the east–west Lombard Street in a few minutes by car.

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8.6
Excellent
287 Reviews

Hotel Zelos San Francisco

📍 12 Fourth Street

From 164$

Hotel Zelos San Francisco is situated in the centre of San Francisco near Moscone Center. Set close to the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre" in Downtown San Francisco district, this contemporary venue features a heated swimming pool.

The accommodation is within 5 minutes' drive of Coit Monument Tower and 500 metres from the public park "Yerba Buena Gardens". The city centre is within 20 minutes' walk away. A short driving distance to San Francisco City Hall is a perk for guests staying at Hotel Zelos San Francisco.

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9.2
Excellent
1358 Reviews

Grand Hyatt At Sfo Hotel

📍 55 S Mcdonnell Rd

From 214$

Located a few minutes' drive from Millbrae, Grand Hyatt At Sfo Hotel San Francisco offers 351 soundproof rooms. Guests can visit SFO Aviation Museum and Library in San Francisco, situated within 0.5 km away.

Burlingame Village Park is less than 3.3 km away. The San Francisco Airport Commission Aviation library "SFO Museum" is also located near the venue.

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8.5
Very good
1143 Reviews

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel

📍 495 Geary Street

From 161$

Situated near Square hearts, the 4-star Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco features a lending library and entertainment activities. Chinatown is 1.3 km away and the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square" is only a 5-minute walk from the venue.

The accommodation is perfectly located in vicinity of the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre". It's a 20-minute walk from here to the centre of San Francisco. The east-west Union Street is a few minutes' drive from this charming hotel.

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8
Very good
281 Reviews

Hotel Julian

📍 940 Sutter Street

From 101$

The east – west Lombard Street is 1.6 km from Hotel Vertigo San Francisco, while the shopping plaza "Union Square" is 850 metres away. Boasting location next to the neo-gothic Grace Cathedral, the venue offers 102 rooms together with a snack bar onsite.

The accommodation is located in San Francisco, a 15-minute walk from Civic Center / UN Plaza tube station. The city centre is within 20 minutes' walk away. Hotel Vertigo San Francisco is a few minutes' drive from Fisherman's Wharf.

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8.2
Very good
462 Reviews

W San Francisco Hotel

📍 181 3Rd Street

From 182$

W San Francisco Hotel offers setting in a shopping area of San Francisco, a few steps from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Featuring 411 rooms with views of the city, this venue is set within a short ride from the 210-foot Coit Tower.

Chinatown and Russian Hill can be reached in 17 minutes' walk and 25 minutes' walk respectively. The accommodation is located next to the libeskind-designed cultural center "Contemporary Jewish Museum".

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9.5
Excellent
30 Reviews

Hotel Drisco

📍 2901 Pacific Avenue

From 612$

Hotel Drisco San Francisco is located 1.3 km from Palace of Fine Arts Event Venue and offers 24 hour front desk assistance, late check-out service and wedding services. Situated in Pacific Heights district, the accommodation is set 2.8 km from Ghirardelli Public Square.

The hotel lies about 30 minutes' walk from the city centre. The beach is near the property. Russian Center of San Francisco is also located near the accommodation. The west Union Street is only a short drive away.

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7.6
Very good
191 Reviews

The Marker San Francisco

📍 501 Geary Street

From 149$

Featuring a spa area, a sauna and a Jacuzzi, The Marker San Francisco Hotel is set in the financial district of San Francisco, only a short drive from Moscone Center. The surrounding area includes the shopping plaza "Union Square" and Powell Street tube station within 500 metres from the venue.

You'll be 1.3 km from Chinatown and 2.2 km from the east - west Union Street. It is set in the tourist area, a few steps from American Conservatory Theater.

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7.9
Very good
608 Reviews

Hilton Parc 55 San Francisco Union Square Hotel

📍 55 Cyril Magnin Street

From 169$

Offering entertainment activities and a bar, Hilton Parc 55 San Francisco Union Square Hotel is 10 minutes' drive from the east–west Lombard Street. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is 900 metres from the venue, while Cyril Magnin Street & Market Street bus station is 100 metres away.

The accommodation is ideally located in the theatre district of San Francisco, in proximity to the upscale urban Shopping mall "Westfield San Francisco Centre". The city centre is a 20-minute walk away. The shopping plaza "Union Square" is also located near the hotel. SoMa is only a short drive away.

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8.9
Excellent
73 Reviews

1 Hotel San Francisco

📍 8 Mission Street

From 339$

A night club and a bar are available at Hotel Vitale San Francisco, and the people-watching plaza "Union Square" is 1.7 km away. The surrounding area includes Ferry Building Market and Embarcadero tube station within 350 metres from the venue.

The accommodation is set in the downtown part of San Francisco, a few minutes away from Coit Monument Tower. Moscone Center is 5 minutes' drive from the property. Hotel Vitale is set near F Market Street Car.

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8.4
Very good
1399 Reviews

Grand Hyatt San Francisco Union Square Hotel

📍 345 Stockton St

From 170$

The 4-star Grand Hyatt San Francisco Union Square Hotel is located in the vibrant part of San Francisco, close to Market Street. Featuring 685 rooms with views of the sea, this venue is set within a short ride from Alcatraz Island.

Fisherman's Wharf is 2.6 km from the accommodation, while Chinatown is settled 0.8 km away. The hotel is close to the city's shopping area and Year Up.

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8.1
Very good
1350 Reviews

Hyatt Centric Fisherman'S Wharf San Francisco

📍 555 North Point Street

From 170$

Featuring a sauna, a golf course and a year-round outdoor pool, Hyatt Centric Fisherman'S Wharf San Francisco Hotel offers accommodation in the vicinity of the east – west Lombard Street. Set at a 650-metre distance from Ghirardelli Public Square, the venue is ideally located in Fisherman's Wharf district.

Chinatown is less than 1.7 km away. The hotel is close to the city's tourist area and Madame Tussauds San Francisco Wax Museum. North Beach is only a couple of minutes' drive away.

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8.6
Excellent
325 Reviews

Courtyard By Marriott Fishermans Wharf

📍 580 Beach Street

From 180$

Courtyard By Marriott Fishermans Wharf San Francisco is rated 4 stars and is placed about 6 km from the well-known Golden Gate Bridge. Guests who stay in the venue can park their car nearby.

This accommodation is located in Fisherman's Wharf district, not far from Pier 39. A short stroll of 6 minutes will take you to Ghirardelli Public Square. The hotel also lies close to Hyde Street Pier.

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8.5
Very good
371 Reviews

Hotel Zoe Fisherman'S Wharf

📍 425 North Point Street

From 160$

Offering allergy friendly rooms, a gym and a business centre, Hotel Zoe Fisherman'S Wharf San Francisco is 850 metres from the east–west Lombard Street. It is 800 metres from Ghirardelli Public Square and a few steps from Pier 39.

The venue is located 4 km from the centre of San Francisco and a couple of minutes' drive from Embarcadero Center. It is set in the shopping area, a few steps from Angel Island State Park.

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8.3
Very good
257 Reviews

Hotel Triton

📍 342 Grant Avenue

From 159$

Offering entertainment activities, a fireplace and a bar, Hotel Triton is located in Downtown San Francisco district, close to the 2.6-acre public plaza "Union Square". Boasting airport transfer, 24-hour reception and concierge service, this venue also provides guests with a photocopy machine and a business centre.

Moscone Center is 0.9 km from the accommodation, while the 210-foot Coit Tower is settled 1.6 km away. The hotel is 3 km away from the centre of San Francisco. Chinatown is also located near the property. It takes a few minutes' drive to get to Ferry Building Market.

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8.2
Very good
29 Reviews

Kimpton Hotel Enso, An Ihg Hotel

📍 1800 Sutter Street

From 212$

Featuring allergy-free rooms, a courtyard and a cocktail lounge, Kimpton Buchanan Hotel San Francisco offers excellent accommodation within 4.8 km from Golden Gate Public Park. Situated in Japantown district, the venue is set 2.1 km from The Fillmore Music Hotel.

The property is located 2 km from the centre of San Francisco and a couple of minutes' drive from the east - west Union Street. It is set in the shopping area, a few steps from AMC Dine-In Kabuki 8 Movie Theater. The pacific Heights Lafayette Park is also located near the venue.

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8.5
Very good
2636 Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown Soma Hotel

📍 50 Third Street

From 184$

Featuring allergy-free rooms and a business centre, Park Central San Francisco - Hyatt Affiliated Hotel is located close to Moscone Center. Situated in the vibrant part of the city, the elegant venue offers visiting Market Street set 550 metres away.

The hotel is placed in the centre of San Francisco, a stroll away from the shopping plaza "Union Square". It will take about 7 minutes to get to Metreon on foot. Ferry Building Market is only a few minutes' drive away.

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San Francisco 4 Star Hotels FAQ
Which 4 star hotels are popular among city visitors?
These 4 star hotels are known for their convenient locations, and positive customer reviews:
What are the most favoured 4-star hotels in San Francisco?
If you're searching for the perfect 4-star accommodation, itsallabouthotels.com provides 52 deals to choose from. Alternatively, find out Sheraton Fisherman'S Wharf Hotel (rating: 7.2/10) with an outdoor swimming pool, concierge service and a Jacuzzi. It costs 149US$ per night. Other top properties include Hotel Triton, Le Meridien and Chateau Tivoli Bed And Breakfast.
What are the top 4-star hotels not far from Chinatown?
On itsallabouthotels.com you'll find 154 cool four star accommodations not far from Chinatown in San Francisco. Four Seasons Hotel is a good San Francisco choice featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a casino and an indoor swimming pool. Guests can exercise in a fitness area, a gym facility and a health club and enjoy American cuisine at a seafood restaurant nearby. Another good property is Hotel Epik (rating: 8.0/10). It's located 1050 metres from the city centre and provides newspaper service, cots and porter service on site.

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