1 Hotel San Francisco vs Washington Square Inn
Both Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel and Washington Square Inn are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel ranks significantly higher than Washington Square Inn. Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre hotel ranks #2 in San Francisco with endorsements from 18 reviewers like Condé Nast Traveler, Rough Guide and Michelin Guide.
1 Hotel San Francisco
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8 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
From $219 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"Steps from the Ferry Building, this luxury boutique hotel boasts 199 elegant contemporary rooms."
Michelin Guide
"It's right on the waterfront set along the revitalized Embarcadero. It's urbane and chic with a definitive tranquility."
Frommer's
"In addition to its prime location... Hotel Vitale looks pretty darn chic... Excellent service from the well-trained staff."
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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
""Luxury, naturally," the theme of this eight-story terraced bay-front hotel, is apparent in every thoughtful detail."
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Washington Square Inn
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1660 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA
From $105 /night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
Rough Guide
Star
"This B&B-style hotel overlooking Washington Square has large, airy rooms decorated in modern shades of taupe and cream."
Frommer's
"This small, comely, European-style bed-and-breakfast is ideal for older couples who prefer a quieter, more subdued environment than the commotion of downtown San Francisco."
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Fodor's
"Overlooking the tree-lined park of its namesake and surrounded by fine shops and cafés, this gracious corner B&B sits at the foot of Telegraph Hill in the heart of North Beach."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"On leafy, sun-dappled Washington Square, this inn looks decidedly European and caters to the over-40 set."
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DK Eyewitness
"One of the few hotels in the North Beach area, this is the only one facing Washington Square Park, where you can watch people practicing Tai Chi or strolling around the park."