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1 Hotel San Francisco vs Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Rex San Francisco. Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel ranks #2 in San Francisco with accolades from 20 publications like Michelin Guide, Jetsetter and Concierge.

1 Hotel San Francisco
1 Hotel San Francisco
9 / 10
8 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
From $219 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"Steps from the Ferry Building, this luxury boutique hotel boasts 199 elegant contemporary rooms."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"It's right on the waterfront set along the revitalized Embarcadero. It's urbane and chic with a definitive tranquility."
Frommer's Frommer's
"In addition to its prime location... Hotel Vitale looks pretty darn chic... Excellent service from the well-trained staff." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The Vitale promotes California-style serenity with free daily yoga classes—often held in the penthouse studio—and private soaking tubs in the spa's rooftop garden."
Fodor's Fodor's
""Luxury, naturally," the theme of this eight-story terraced bay-front hotel, is apparent in every thoughtful detail." Full review
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Hotel Emblem San Francisco
Hotel Emblem San Francisco
8 / 10
562 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA
From $152 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"It’s retained its retro, gentlemen’s club feel and literary theme."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"If you've ever found yourself wishing you could have just one night with Gertrude Stein, Ernest Hemingway, or F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Rex is for you."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Joie de Vivre (JDV), the most creative hotel group in the city, is the brains behind this cleverly restored historic building... In a great location." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"At this stylish, literary-themed hotel... paintings and shelves of antiquarian books line the "library," a homey lobby lounge where book readings and roundtable discussions take place." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This pleasant hotel has with rooms painted in rich colors and the walls embellished with the works of local artists."
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