The Stanford Court San Francisco

Perched atop Nob Hill, this elegant, contemporary hotel on the cable-car line is 7 minutes’ walk from Chinatown and 10 minutes' walk from Union Square. The refined rooms with dark wood furnishings have high ceilings, free Wi-Fi, 37-inch flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking equipment. Some add private sitting areas and sweeping views of the city or bay. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center and a business center. An on-site New American cafe offers local organic coffees and juices in the morning, and dinner and cocktails at night. An amenity fee covers loaner bikes, a device library and hot drinks. Parking is available (fee).