The Palace Hotel is a San Francisco landmark. Opened in 1875 and designed to rival the best in Europe, this hotel has enjoyed a storied past filled with illustrious guests and exciting events. After a devastating fire, the hotel was rebuilt to exacting standards and continues to dazzle guests with its stunning architecture and luxurious details. Located downtown in the Financial District, its central location makes it ideal for business or leisure visitors. The princely accommodations are fit for modern-day kings and queens with stately furnishings and 21st-century technology. Fine dining is a signature touch, from the extraordinary, sun-filled Garden Court and the clubby Maxfield’s to the serene Kyo-Ya (see).

Palace Hotel Amenities:

• 552 rooms, 8 story. Pets accepted; fee. Check-in 3 pm, check-out noon. High-speed Internet access, wireless Internet access. Three restaurants, bar. Fitness room, spa. Indoor pool, whirlpool. Business center.