Waters Edge
Looking to stay on the north side of the Bay? Somewhat touristy Tiburon, a fast ferryboat ride from the city or half-hour drive over the Golden Gate Bridge, finally has some snazzy sleeping quarters. The new, 23-room Waters Edge has comfortable, contemporary rooms with private balconies and, just like its name states, sits right beside the Bay. That means killer views of the city and Angel Island. It's also conveniently located next to Sam's, one of the area's best decks for a Bloody Mary brunch.
Rooms are in the $125 to $200 range
25 Main St.; tel. 415/789-5999 or 877/789-5999
www.marinhotels.com
Campton Place
Carrying all the timeless sophistication of a Chanel suit, this downtown classic with supreme service sits smack on the edge of Union Square—an ace location. It's also home to an ace restaurant of the same name (Campton Place). Flaunting freshly updated rooms that give the classic look a more contemporary spin—Bose sound systems, deep tubs, and French limestone-Campton remains the kind of elegant place where valets will pack and unpack your valise, if you so desire.
Rooms begin in the $200 and over range
340 Stockton St.; tel. 415/781-5555 or 800/235-4300
www.camptonplace.com
Hotel Bohème
This somewhat-secret North Beach hotel is housed in an old Victorian rowhouse on Columbus, and the second-story lodging has sixteen cozy rooms (that start at a low $149). Don't miss mingling with Hotel Bohème's other guests over the cream sherry that's served each evening before heading out for a bustling North Beach night.
Rooms begin in the $125 to $200 range
444 Columbus Ave.; tel. 415/433-9111
www.hotelboheme.com
Unique Qualities: Zen waterfalls meet I-Mac conveniences at this cheery boutique hotel just off Union Square. Floors are identified by a color rather than a number: earth (olive green), wind (taupe), fire (yellow), and water (blue), and that theme that permeates the feel-good-have-fun ambiance of this downtown hotel. Bathrooms are stocked with kiwi-seeded soaps, juniper shampoo, and ylang ylang soaps etched with the Chinese symbol for energy. There's even a children's guestroom complete with bunk beds, Mr. Bubble, and a free ticket to ride the nearby Powell Street cable car.
Rooms begin in the $125 to $200 range
25 Mason St.; tel. 415/775-4600
www.hotelmetropolis.com
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