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InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel vs The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. On balance, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco scores significantly better than InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco comes in at 91 with accolades from 17 reviewers such as Star Service, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.

InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel
8 / 10
1 Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA
From $161 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Once the chic choice of writers and movie stars, this grand, castle-like hotel... is more corporate these days in both clientele and design."
Frommer's Frommer's
"Nowadays, this grand hotel caters mostly to convention-bound corporate executives, since its prices often require corporate charge accounts." Full review
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Be sure and head up to the Top of the Mark for a twilight cocktail and some of the best views in the city.
Concierge Concierge
"Nearly every room has a stunning view and some luxe touches, like Frette linens."
Fodor's Fodor's
"The circular redbrick drive of this towering Nob Hill architectural landmark leads to an opulent, mirrored, marble-floor lobby which is the gateway to luxurious rooms." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"One of the city's grandest dames, the Mark Hopkins sits regally on top of Nob Hill with dazzling views and the famous 19th-floor Top of the Mark bar." Full review
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The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
9 / 10
600 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA
From $349 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Restored with European charm, your home-away-from-home here comes with a featherbed and down comforter, a cozy robe and soft slippers, and a marble bath with a rain showerhead."
Concierge Concierge
"Inside an iconic, 100-year-old columned Nob Hill landmark, the Ritz-Carlton is San Francisco's most formal luxury hotel."
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Because of the building's historic status, hotel designers weren't allowed to make major structural alterations when the hotel opened in 1991, so each room is different in size and shape: Plan to spend time with the reservationist to choose the right one for you.
Fodor's Fodor's
"A stunning tribute to beauty and attentive, professional service." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Expensive hotels usually look it, but the Ritz-Carlton is off the charts. With its palatial, white-columned demeanor, it more closely resembles a city hall or a Greco-Roman monument." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Kid-Friendly
"Everything you'd expect from a Ritz... all in the ritziest of San Francisco neighborhoods." Full review
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