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Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco vs Washington Square Inn

Both properties are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Palace Hotel scores significantly better than Washington Square Inn. Palace Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 83 with endorsements from 12 reviews including concierge.com, Time Out and Travel + Leisure.

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
9 / 10
2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA
From $312 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Hushed, opulent landmark building... Stay here for snob value, above all."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"Mirror, mirror on the wall. Who's the grandest of them all? Why, the Palace, of course. This grande dame proudly shows off her old-world refinement."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The original 1875 Palace was one of the world's largest and most luxurious hotels, and every time you walk through the doors here, you'll be reminded how incredibly majestic old luxury really is." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"The Palace is San Francisco's most storied hotel."
Fodor's Fodor's
""Majestic" is the word that best sums up this landmark hotel, which was the world's largest and most luxurious when it opened in 1875." Full review
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Washington Square Inn
Washington Square Inn
7 / 10
1660 Stockton Street, San Francisco, CA
From $105 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Air Conditioning
  • Breakfast included
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Rough Guide 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 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." Full review
Fodor's 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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"On leafy, sun-dappled Washington Square, this inn looks decidedly European and caters to the over-40 set." Full review
DK Eyewitness 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."
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