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A terrace with a view, featuring a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a decorative lantern.
A couple standing in a room with large windows overlooking palm trees and a cityscape.
A spacious living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a view of the city.
A poolside dining area with a table set for two, a pool, and a building with a distinctive tower and dome in the background.

1. Claremont Resort & Club

Claremont Resort & Club
Claremont Hills
United States
Mohamed
￥49,229
￥67,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Claremont Resort & Club
A rooftop terrace with a city skyline, a fountain, and outdoor seating.
A large Christmas tree in a lobby with marble columns and ornate ceiling details.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the cityscape.
A grand piano in a spacious, elegantly decorated lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a chandelier.

2. Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Miguel
￥39,218
￥54,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Fairmont San Francisco
A bar area with a marble countertop, leather bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.
A person in a white robe standing by a window with curtains, looking out at a cityscape with buildings and snow.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
The entrance to the Taj Hotel in San Francisco, featuring a prominent blue awning and a red carpet leading to the doors.

3. Taj Campton Place

Taj Campton Place
Union Square
United States
Peter Michael
￥28,864
￥39,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Taj Campton Place
A grand hall with a high arched ceiling and chandeliers, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs arranged for service.
A grand lobby with marble columns, a chandelier, and a spacious seating area.
A grand hallway with high ceilings, ornate columns, and chandeliers.
A grand lobby with a chandelier, large arched windows, and a central floral arrangement.

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

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
NELSON PEREZ
￥46,408
￥61,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco
A grand building with classical architecture, featuring columns, detailed carvings, and a large entrance.
A luxurious room with a marble fireplace, elegant seating, and a large mirror reflecting the room's decor.
A paved pathway flanked by neatly trimmed hedges and a row of wooden benches.
A dining area with a marble table, blue chairs, and a chandelier.

5. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Ahmed
￥67,566
￥87,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the city skyline, and modern buildings in the background.
A bar area with a chalkboard menu listing oysters and other items, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern building with a unique angular design, surrounded by other high-rise structures.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and television. There are chairs, a bookshelf, and a large window with a view of buildings.

6. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Sun Ding
￥70,529
￥92,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
A rooftop terrace with tables and potted plants, overlooking a cityscape with a prominent tower and a bridge.
A hotel room with a large bed, a round table with a bowl of greenery, a desk with books, a framed artwork, and a view of a bridge and cityscape.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a cityscape and bridge.
A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a red chair, a white table, and a bowl of apples.

7. Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Seo Yong
￥70,003
￥82,390 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero
A restaurant with wooden flooring, black chairs, white tables, hanging plants, and pendant lights.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, multiple seating options, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, a window with a view of a clock tower, and a staircase.
A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a curved wall decoration, hanging plants, and bar stools with woven backrests.

8. 1 Hotel San Francisco

1 Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Susan D
￥57,869
￥76,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
1 Hotel San Francisco
A dining table with various dishes, glasses, and a bottle of wine.
A balcony with a view of a tall building, a tree, and a table with chairs.
A gym with weight benches, dumbbells, and exercise machines.
A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, framed artwork on the walls, and hanging pendant lights.

9. The Huntington Hotel

The Huntington Hotel
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Liya
￥125,227
￥155,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Huntington Hotel
A banquet hall with stone arches, chandeliers, and a table set for a formal event.
An entrance to a property with a stone archway, a wooden bridge, and a vineyard in the background.
An aisle with rows of chairs and candles, leading to a stone wall with a chandelier.
A bar with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a large mural of a bull.

10. The Meritage Resort and Spa

The Meritage Resort and Spa
Soscol Gateway South
United States
Regina
￥36,825
￥51,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Meritage Resort and Spa
A sauna with wooden benches and a large window.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by buildings and trees, during sunset.
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a modern kitchen with pendant lighting.

11. Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection

Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
Napa
United States
Selina
￥98,034
￥126,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Collection
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.
A nighttime cityscape through a window, featuring illuminated skyscrapers and a view of the urban landscape.
A modern reception area with a round mirror, seating, and a wooden panel wall.
A modern lounge area with a large mirror, comfortable seating, a coffee table with a tray, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

12. The St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
United States
Christopher
￥69,902
￥89,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The St. Regis San Francisco
A two-story building with a covered patio area, multiple dining tables, and candle lighting.
A white building with a large tree in front, a covered porch, and a bicycle parked outside.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.
A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a large window with a view.

13. MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
Sonoma
United States
Mariusz
￥82,708
￥105,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa
A spacious living room with a fireplace, white sofas, and a wooden deck.
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central staircase, and a well-maintained garden with hedges and a vineyard.
A sunroom with two leather chairs, a glass table, and a bench.
A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and bookshelves.

14. Carneros Resort and Spa

Carneros Resort and Spa
Napa
United Kingdom
Sarah
￥83,583
￥108,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Carneros Resort and Spa
A historic building with ornate architectural details, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area with a sofa, a table with a vase of flowers, a fruit bowl, and a bottle of champagne.
A grand wooden staircase with intricate balusters and a polished marble floor.
A formal dining room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

15. Sutter Mansion

Sutter Mansion
Western Addition
United States
Mary
￥37,739
￥48,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Sutter Mansion
A grand entrance with a large archway, a staircase, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.
Two bicycles parked on a sidewalk with baskets, in front of a building with the number 2901.
A well-lit living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area. There are large windows with curtains, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

16. Hotel Drisco

Hotel Drisco
Pacific Heights
United States
Geoffrey
￥96,302
￥112,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Drisco
A fire feature with a modern design, surrounded by outdoor seating with cushions, and a view of the water and distant landscape.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a coastal area, a bed, and a bedside lamp.
A living room with a brick wall, a large window with a view of the water, a fireplace, and modern furniture.
A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a lighthouse in the background.

17. Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
Fisherman's Wharf
United States
Joy
￥118,437
￥139,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square
A modern living room with a black door, a sofa with patterned cushions, a coffee table, and a view of a street with buildings and parked cars.
A modern two-story building with a white facade, a visible staircase, and a garage door.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wardrobe with a mirror, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white dining table with chairs, and a decorative orchid centerpiece.

18. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
Dimond
United States
Camille
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with bar stools.
Terrace/patio
A neatly made bed with a white and blue patterned bedspread, a dark headboard, and a white nightstand with a lamp.
A modern two-story building with a concrete staircase, a garage door, and a mailbox.

19. Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428

Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
Dimond
United States
Phyllis
Dimond Abode Vacation Rental 3428
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Just 20 minutes from San Francisco, this Marin County gem offers perfect access to Muir Woods' towering redwoods and Point Reyes' wild beaches. Explore the revitalized downtown's farm-to-table restaurants before catching an indie film at the historic Rafael Theater, where locals gather for post-screening discussions.

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