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1. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Claremont Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,210 reviews)
"Beautiful property, perfect for families who want a relaxing resort that works for every age."
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥44,668
￥61,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Claremont Resort & Club
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.

2. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,628 reviews)
"I had a great stay"
United States
Monique
The price is ￥29,864
￥43,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Fairmont San Francisco
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
5.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A slightly older hotel, but still in good condition. Excellent rooms, much larger than new alternatives, great staff and super location"
United States
Peter Michael
The price is ￥26,284
￥36,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Taj Campton Place
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.

4. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a great place!!!!!!!!!"
United States
NELSON PEREZ
The price is ￥48,425
￥64,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.

5. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large room & kind staff."
United States
Tracy L.
The price is ￥65,567
￥84,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
A neatly made bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp and a small vase of flowers, and a brown bench.

6. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Four Seasons is our go-to hotel for most trips because of their professional management and fantastic restaurants."
United States
Sun Ding
The price is ￥86,979
￥111,711 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.

7. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Small but nice"
United States
Seo Yong
The price is ￥74,876
￥88,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A building with a courtyard, palm trees, and a sculpture.

8. Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton

Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
5.0 star property
Central Napa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (139 reviews)
"Casa Mani is a beautiful hotel. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. My family and I enjoyed our stay and will return again."
United States
Jaquel
The price is ￥50,632
￥58,339 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley, Curio Collection by Hilton
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.

9. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (647 reviews)
"Always a fantastic and relaxing place to stay."
United States
Susan D
The price is ￥55,441
￥74,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
1 Hotel San Francisco
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.

10. Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto

Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
5.0 star property
Mountain View
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,497 reviews)
"Great hotel with friendly staff and clean rooms"
United States
Kai
The price is ￥21,284
￥23,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Shashi Hotel Mountain View Palo Alto
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.

11. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Beautifully renovated and perfectly quiet. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Ariel
The price is ￥126,250
￥156,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
The Huntington Hotel
A banquet hall with stone arches, chandeliers, and a table set for a formal event.

12. The Meritage Resort and Spa

The Meritage Resort and Spa
5.0 star property
Soscol Gateway South
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The property is very nice and access is easy. Amenities are better than most including a market, spa and bowling alley!"
United States
michael
The price is ￥44,182
￥59,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Meritage Resort and Spa
A sauna with wooden benches and a large window.

13. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Napa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (251 reviews)
"Awesome place, great view; the food is ok"
United States
Selina
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
An outdoor dining area with a view of a vineyard and a lake.

14. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
5.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (751 reviews)
"Always great to be back here. The staff is amazing."
Thailand
Juthapohn
The price is ￥77,614
￥99,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The St. Regis San Francisco
An outdoor dining area with stone walls, fire pits, and wooden tables and chairs.

15. Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
5.0 star property
East Palo Alto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (725 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! Will visit again."
United States
Soneli
The price is ￥66,662
￥75,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto
A wooden outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

16. Solage, Auberge Collection

Solage, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Calistoga
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (773 reviews)
"Room was very clean and staff were very nice"
United States
yiqi
The price is ￥106,657
￥136,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Solage, Auberge Collection
A residential area with houses, a swimming pool, and vineyards.

17. Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley
5.0 star property
Calistoga
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"Had a great time off at this property. Enjoyed the stay very much!"
United States
Zaven
The price is ￥111,104
￥145,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley
A large, multi-story hotel with a golf course and beach views.

18. The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
5.0 star property
Ocean Colony
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"The best hotel ever!"
United States
Alix
The price is ￥125,433
￥158,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
A spacious restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging plants.

19. Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley

Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
5.0 star property
Sunnyvale
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"Great grounds and pool."
United States
Onur
The price is ￥30,847
￥39,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating arrangement.

20. Rosewood Sand Hill

Rosewood Sand Hill
5.0 star property
Menlo Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304 reviews)
"Great staffs"
Canada
Bora
The price is ￥157,220
￥193,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Rosewood Sand Hill
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Northern California?
Taj Campton Place is a favorite among Expedia customers. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco and The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco also get excellent reviews from travelers. All located in San Francisco, Northern California, these 5-star hotels will give you the luxury experience from the moment you step foot in the lobby.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Northern California?
From high-end restaurants and all-day gyms to pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in Northern California is all about comfort and indulgence. But it calls for more than just top-notch perks to get a 5-star rating. Hotels also have to deliver extraordinary guest services like massage treatments, on-site laundry and dry cleaning and room service any time night or day.

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