Hotel Zephyr San FranciscovsHotel Emblem San Francisco
Both hotels are rated highly by professional travelers. On balance, Hotel Rex San Francisco scores slightly higher than Hotel Zephyr. Hotel Rex San Francisco comes in at 84 with positive reviews from 13 reviews such as Oyster, BlackBook and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
250 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94133
From $170/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Fitness Center
- Multilingual
Star Service
"Situated between Powell and Mason streets, this modest midrange property is the only hotel besides the Argonaut with direct access to the promenade." Full review
Zagat
3.8
""Right at the Wharf", this "convenient", "welcoming" Radisson outpost features "well-appointed" "modern" rooms with "great" beds, free WiFi and "excellent" Bay views."
Gayot
"Launched in June 2015, the Hotel Zephyr put a brand new spin on the former Radisson Hotel at Fisherman’s Wharf."
Star Service
"Situated between Powell and Mason streets, this once modest midrange property has moved up a notch in the ranks with the latest round of renovations." Full review
Jetsetter
"Whimsical nautically themed hotel at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf, with a playful spirit, a game room, and an outdoor terrace." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"In a handy location by Fisherman's Wharf, this zany hotel is artful yet unpretentious." Full review
Fodor's
"Directly facing Alcatraz, this former Radisson occupies a city block at Fisherman's Wharf and boasts vast, unobstructed views of the bay and an edgy, yet playful tribute to shipyards." Full review
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Avoid sticker shock at their parking rates ($55) and leave the car at home.
Lonely Planet
"Rooms are fresh and spiffy, with up-to-date amenities, including smart TVs that link with your devices. Best rooms face the water." Full review
Hotel Emblem San Francisco Show All Reviews
562 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA
From $152/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"It’s retained its retro, gentlemen’s club feel and literary theme."
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
"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
"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
"This pleasant hotel has with rooms painted in rich colors and the walls embellished with the works of local artists."
Star Service
"This is San Francisco's hip-pocket version of New York's Algonquin, an unpretentious outpost with a literary lilt and lots of authentic Bohemian patina." Full review
Gayot
"Literati, take note. Modeled after New York's famous Algonquin, this salon-style hotel from Joie de Vivre gets its inspiration from literary salons of the 1920s and '30s."
BlackBook
"Based on literary salons of mid-20th century and modeled after New York’s Algonquin, complete with jazz artists in the lobby lounge every Friday evening."
Zagat
3.8
"Taking a page from 1920s literary salons, this "charmingly" vintage Downtown boutique is known for "lovely", "eccentric" touches."
Lonely Planet
"Despite their compact size, rooms feel inviting for their sunny colors, hand-painted lampshades and works by local artists." Full review