Nightly rates from $171
Rate based on Check-in: Jun 29, 2012 Check-out: Jun 30, 2012

InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

4 stars
888 HOWARD STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
60 reviews
Intercontinental SF

This is an upmarket hotel. A good experience, but the restaurant is over-priced. I'd stay again for... See full review

  • bpduncan
  • May 13, 2012
excellent business trip location

comfortable, convenient location. Close to restaurnts, shops and cable car line. See full review

  • Heart Doc
  • Apr 17, 2012
Downtown hotel with an extensive grappa cocktail selection at Bar 888
The InterContinental San Francisco towers over the city, providing one of the newest upscale hotel destinations in the Bay Area. A Michelin-rated restaurant, chic bar, luxurious spa and spacious guest rooms and suites make the hotel a top choice for both business and vacation travel. Rising 32 stories over the South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood, the InterContinental San Francisco hotel provides state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces, as well as convenient access to the Moscone Center and AT&T Park. 
Highlights

  • 24-hour fitness and wellness center
  • Michelin-rated restaurant focuses on seasonal, sustainable cuisine
  • Within walking distance of the Moscone Center
  • Rooms offer spectacular views of the city or the bay

Rooms
All 550 rooms and suites at the InterContinental San Francisco feature rich wood and marble furnishings, spacious work areas, flat-panel TVs, Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply) and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city or San Francisco Bay. Pets are welcome (fees apply). 
Features
The I-Spa at InterContinental San Francisco invites guests to pamper themselves. The signature I-Spa customized massage begins with a conversation between client and therapist to create a customized treatment protocol, and a blend of essential oil and sound therapies is created for each individual. 
Dining

The Michelin-rated Luce restaurant -- located in the lobby of the InterContinental San Francisco -- serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a sleek, urban setting. Seasonal, sustainable ingredients are sourced from the farms surrounding San Francisco for dishes such as the farmer's market omelet with goat cheese and baby tomato, and guinea hen with white asparagus. Luce has been recognized as one of the nation's top restaurants by Esquire magazine and Haute Living magazine.

 

Bar 888 at the InterContinental San Francisco offers one of the finest selections of grappa and grappa cocktails in the country. Try the Moscone Pear: Dimmi Herbal-infused Grappa liqueur shaken with fresh pear puree, freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice, and a grape garnish.
Transportation

  • BART stop (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • San Francisco International Airport (11.3 mi/18.2 km)

Attractions

  • Westfield San Francisco Centre (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Moscone Center (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • Yerba Buena Gardens (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • Contemporary Jewish Museum (0.3 mi/0.4 km)
  • AT&T Park (0.8 mi/1.3 km)

Business

  • Business center staffed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • 43,000 square feet of function space
  • 21 meeting rooms, two ballrooms and three outdoor terraces

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Hotel Map

Nearby airports
San Francisco International Airport, (SFO), 13.70, MI; Oakland International Airport, (OAK), 19.00, MI; San Jose International Airport, (SJC), 47.00, MI;
Area description
Downtown, downtown

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • ATM/Cash Machine
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Bath Tub
  • Business center
  • Car Rental Desk
  • Children's Activities
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Concierge Desk
  • Cordless Phone
  • Cribs Available
  • Currency Exchange
  • Desk with Lamp
  • DVD Player
  • Email Service
  • Executive Level
  • FAX
  • Free Newspaper
  • Golf
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • High-speed Internet
  • Honeymoon Suite
  • Ice Machine
  • In Room Movies
  • Indoor Pool
  • Internet Access
  • Ironing Board
  • Lounge
  • Maid Service
  • Mini Bar
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outlet Adapters
  • Overhead Projector
  • Pets allowed
  • Phone with speaker
  • Pool
  • Porters
  • Room Service
  • Safe
  • Safe Deposit Box
  • Satellite TV
  • Shops/Commercial Services
  • Temperature Control
  • Tennis
  • Turndown Service
  • TV
  • Valet Parking
  • White Board

Dining

Luce
This Michelin rated hotel restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a sleek, urban setting just off of the main lobby is the stage for artisanal California cuisine with world influences. Created with high-end, sustainable and seasonal ingredients,
Chez Papa Resto
Located in the heart of Downtown San Francisco in the newly renovated Mint Plaza, Chez Papa serves award-winning French cuisine showcasing the freshest seasonal ingredients prepared with great attention to detail and balance. Enjoy regional French cuisine
54 Mint
Two gentlemen from Sicily opened this standout Italian restaurant last year in the trendy Mint Plaza, featuring food from Tuscany and Umbria. Imported Italian and local ingredients mixes SF and the old world. The pasta here is made in-house, and if you’d
Oola
Chef Frederick Ola offers San Francisco Bistro Cuisine in a modern, hip setting. A gourmet lounge that is a local favorite. Located just around the corner, it’s has a convenient location and convenient hours; it’s open for lunch and open until at least 1
LuLu
LuLu's offers a seasonal Provencal style menu featuring wood fired oven, rotisserie and grilled specialties. The 'family-style' cuisine is served in an impressive warehouse dining space. LuLu features an award-winning wine list and a wine bar offering ove
Fang
Peter Fang is a gracious host at his new upscale venue here in SOMA. Many traditional Chinese dishes grace the menu, plus old family recipes that he has reinvented. Because they use local fresh ingredients, the menu changes often. Don’t be surprised if P
Lark Creek Steak
Local San Francisco celebrity chef Bradley Ogden opened this restaurant in the San Francisco just behind the hotel, and it’s more than just a steak house. Because this restaurant is run by a chef, not just a butcher, everything on the menu is worth a tast
Pazzia
Great Italian food served in a trattoria setting close to the hotel. Excellent pasta, meat and fish dishes made with fresh, local ingredients; and a Roman style pizza that will make your mouth water. A bottle of wine, tiramisu and an espresso later and y
Bar 888
Located on the lobby level, Bar 888 offers one of the finest selections of grappa and grappa cocktails in the country. Offering over 120 hand-selected grappas to taste, Bar 888 also offers an innovative selection of grappa-based cocktails, along with a ca

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (60)

Ratings and reviews for InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Overall score

4.4 / 5
60 out of 60
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.8
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.3
Value:
4.1

85% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
bpduncan
Los Angeles
May 13, 2012

Intercontinental SF

This is an upmarket hotel. A good experience, but the restaurant is over-priced. I'd stay again for sure.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
Heart Doc
Business
Chicago, IL, USA
Apr 17, 2012

excellent business trip location

comfortable, convenient location. Close to restaurnts, shops and cable car line.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

3
Behnoush
Phoenix, AZ, USA
Apr 2, 2012

family getaway

It was good but room service was so expensive and always had delay.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
2
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Long walk from hotel

best place for long walk but not around a hotel.

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

5
daltay2812
San Francisco, CA, USA
Feb 21, 2012

A Perfect 25th Anniversary Stay

What a delight! This was our 4th stay at this hotel and it gets better each time. The hotel is in a perfect location for all of the sights of San Francisco. From the moment we stepped into the hotel the staff was so sincere and caring. They wanted our anniversary to be special. They upgraded our room to the 29th floor with spectacular views of the Bay. After we had settled in there came a knock at the door and surprise a bottle of Champane was delivered. We were delighted. The room was beautiful, clean, clean, and more clean. Thank you so much InterContinental.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Dotties True Blue Cafe on 6th Street is the best around for Breakfast. Get there early before the crowds.

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

5
Tonybagofdounuts
Fairfield, CA, USA
Jan 9, 2012

Night in town

Awesome rooms, staff, and best of all the rates. TB

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
traveller1234
Seattle, WA, USA
Sep 22, 2011

good choice

I've stayed in downtown SF before and hotels tends to be loud but this one has great location and yet very quiet. I'll recommend this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

2
vicj
Taiwan
Aug 26, 2011

worst sound insulation ever.

The room was okay, but the sound insulation was very very bad. We can hear people talking, laughing and using the closet in the room next to ours, and it was loud. When someone closes the door on the same floor, our bed and the head board shakes and wakes us up at midnight. The in-room dining was good, the fitness center was good, the location was great. But we just couldn't sleep at all.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

5
Ioana
New York
Jul 14, 2011

Great stay!

The hotel was great altogether, the room was impeccable and the staff really helpful and attentive from the moment we arrived. The rates were a bit above other four star hotels in the area, but it was totally worth it! One of the best hotels experineces for me, and I'm quite a traveller!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
3
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
larquin
victoria BC
Jun 18, 2011

chic, green, and great service

great location, close to everything. very clean modern rooms. beautiful spa for the misses! great staff from the valet to the security gaurds! we would definitely stay again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

check out the fransican awesome crab and seafood dinning at fisherman's wharf.

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
Mom
Richmond,TX
Apr 24, 2011

CCA trip

Great location! Much nicer than other hotels we stayed at

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

Very close Just around the corner

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