This elegant old mansion—the former residence of the Archbishop—dating from 1904 is a beautifully maintained property with country inn charm. Located on Alamo Square near the city’s famous Victorians, the hotel is an official landmark, restored in the 1980s. Common areas downstairs include a large foyer, parlor, and dining room; most of the second-floor guest rooms, each named for a famous opera, pair fireplaces and canopied beds with modern amenities.

Archbishop's Mansion Inn Amenities:

• 15 rooms, 3 story. Complimentary continental breakfast. Check-in 3 pm, check-out 11:30 am. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Business center.