{"id":7140,"date":"2010-06-04T11:25:54","date_gmt":"2010-06-04T16:25:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=7140"},"modified":"2016-12-16T13:45:00","modified_gmt":"2016-12-16T19:45:00","slug":"san-francisco-hotels-for-gay-pride-june-26-27","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2010\/06\/san-francisco-hotels-for-gay-pride-june-26-27\/","title":{"rendered":"San Francisco hotels for Gay Pride, June 26-27"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Vince Font<\/em><\/p>\n

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Pride parade, San Francisco. Credit: ingridtaylor.<\/p><\/div>\n

If you’re planning a California vacation<\/a> to San Francisco for this summer’s Gay Pride<\/a> festivities, you’d do well to pack for cool weather and heed Mark Twain\u2019s famous words: \u201cThe coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.\u201d But don\u2019t go overboard — celebration events running from noon to the wee hours, including performances, dance parties, and after-hours clubbing will have you working a sweat in no time.<\/p>\n

Now, where to unpack that rainbow hoodie and start the celebration? Finding LGBT friendly San Francisco hotels<\/a> is as easy as finding popcorn in a box of Cracker Jack. You’re guaranteed at least one surprise, too. Depending on where within the city you want to stay, I\u2019ve picked out a few of the swankiest yet affordable digs on offer.<\/p>\n

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Union Square\/Nob Hill<\/strong>
\nHotel Nikko<\/a>‘s four-star accommodations situate you mere steps away from the classy Rrazz Room night club<\/strong>, and a stone\u2019s throw from Union Square<\/strong> in the heart of downtown. Enjoy pampering in the form of Subarashee Yume pillow-top beds, large flat panel televisions (plus TVs positioned within bathroom mirrors), and a 15-meter heated indoor pool. Show your love to one another openly with pride \u2014 Hotel Nikko is recommended by Travel Alternatives Group for its LGBT friendliness.<\/p>\n

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San Francisco Pride in bloom. Credit: ingridtaylor.<\/p><\/div>\n

Fisherman\u2019s Wharf<\/strong>
\nThe Sheraton Fisherman\u2019s Wharf Hotel<\/a> gives you a brisk walk\u2019s access to the touristy yet unforgettable Pier 39<\/strong>, where you can hop aboard a ferry to Alcatraz Island<\/strong>. Having just completed a $33 million renovation, each room features the signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed and WiFi access.<\/p>\n

SFO<\/strong>
\nBreezing in and out for an overnight stay? The Four Points by Sheraton Hotel<\/a> is located 9 miles from downtown and 1.5 miles from San Francisco International airport. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport, a fitness center, and the Bistro 123<\/strong> restaurant and Martini Bar<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Book any of these three hotels now and you can save up to 35% off your stay as part of the Orbitz Summer Hotel Sale<\/a>. You’ll often see even bigger savings when you book your San Francisco hotel and flight together<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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