 | | Hotels in San Francisco: Historic Luxury and Inspired Affordability | | | Nestled in the heart of the city’s premier tourist area, the hotels of Fisherman’s Wharf consist of 300 to 500 plus rooms in chain hotels such as Sheraton and Hyatt. For an Italian feel located only a short walk away from the Alcatraz Island Ferry, the Tuscan Inn spoils you with old-world décor and flat screen TVs. From the award-winning Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf you can hop on the cable cars and chug up the hill for a panoramic photo-worthy viewpoint of the entire San Francisco Bay. Sea lovers will relish in the Argonaut Hotel’s chic marine motif featuring vibrant color tones, sea paintings, and portholes. The best in luxury is the foremost concern of hotels atop Nob Hill. Don’t feel overwhelmed by its elevated location for the area’s cable cars have been active since before the notorious 1906 earthquake. Considered one of the foremost hotels in the world,the family-run Huntington Hotel is among San Francisco’s only remaining historical edifices. You can alsoget aboard the Titanic-domed Sanford Court Renaissance Hotel infused with French beaux-art. This enchanting hotel lacks for nothing including a ballroom and indoor valet parking. Union Square, renowned for its posh shops and stores, is home to even more four plus star accommodations. Clift Hotel merges antique grace with modern chic as evidenced by the enigmatic modernity of its lobby. Relax in the Redwood Room and enjoy the displays of digital art. On the Gold List of Condé Nast Traveler is the shimmering 1000 plus room Westin St. Francis. Prepare for a spectacular view of Chinatown and the Theatre District while nestled in snow-white bed linens. The Far East is only a quick bus ride away from Union Square. Simply take bus 38 on Geary Street or 2, 3, and 4 from Leary Street and alight at Webster, Laguna, or Buchanon to arrive at Japan Town. For preeminence in Japanese fashioned hotels, stay at Hotel Kabuki. The numerous koi ponds and pagoda architecture will have you craving sushi and sake in no time. The historically minded longing a more intimate bed and breakfast feel will relish the wood-burning fireplaces and antiquarian fixtures in the more than a century old Queen Anne Hotel. Don’t feel daunted by San Francisco’s scores of luxurious hotels, as budget accommodation is available in all of the famous sections of the city. Fisherman’s Wharf boasts the choice budget hotel by the New York Times: The Edwardian San Francisco. The European inspired décor is complemented by no less than fresh flowers in each of the uniquely adorned rooms. | | | |  | | |