Located two blocks from Van Ness Avenue, a main artery through the city, this boutique hotel, built circa 1928, has been certified "Green" by the City of San Francisco. The spacious marble-floored lobby, complete with traditional furnishings, fireplace, library, and computer station, is also the site of a free wine reception in the evening. The guest rooms are comfortably dated, with lots of floral patterns, two large plaid wingback chairs, a writing desk, and an armoire. The hotel offers complimentary limo service to the Financial District, Civic Center, and Moscone Center.

Hotel Carlton Amenities:

• 161 rooms, 9 story. Pets accepted, with restrictions; $35 Fee. Check-in 3 pm, check-out Noon. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Restaurant. Business center.