http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/40180 Somewhere between the roach-infested SROs and The Fairmont’s 6000-square-foot luxury penthouse suite lays San Francisco’s most popular (and most reasonable) place to rest your head: the boutique hotel. Whether you’re looking for an experience out of a dusty paperback from the 1920s or a Japanese comic book from the 2020s, check these artfully decorated theme hotels. en Copyright 2004 Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 editor_sanfrancisco@citysearch.com http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/8d/d6/40180r1.jpg http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/40180 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles If a flight to Tokyo is out of the question, try instead this eye-popping Japantown hotel decked in J-pop culture, neon colors and cutting edge design--opt for one of the Players' Suites equipped with LCD TV, Playstation 3, Wii, bean bag chairs and anything else your bachelor pad is lacking. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/45647496/san_francisco_ca/hotel_tomo.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Stay the night at this eco-friendly "green" hotel near the gates of Chinatown and relax in the soft colors and natural wood finishes of each room, but don't forget to dine at the property's popular organic eatery, Roots. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/44686545/san_francisco_ca/orchard_garden_hotel.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A fine stop for the night or just for a drink, this stylish hotel with a parlor-style lobby leans towards an old-time literary and artistic influence, particularly noticeable in the local artwork and '20s-era decor. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/864063/san_francisco_ca/hotel_rex.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Contemporary artists have creative reign over many of this one-of-a-kind hotel's rooms, filling them with mural-sized pieces and making this a unique sleep spot for art lovers in Nob Hill. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41617090/san_francisco_ca/hotel_des_arts.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A kitschy homage to California culture featuring free beach balls and sunglasses for the kids, plus rooms based on the state's many endearing stereotypes (the Love Shack suite and the Dream Factory suite, to name a few). San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/911507/san_francisco_ca/hotel_del_sol.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This downtown spot offers massages, manicures, ultra luxe linens, free WiFi and a hosted wine hour, not to mention their signature French-inspired, artfully decorated rooms and indulgent suites. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/864043/san_francisco_ca/hotel_monaco.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Visitors to this luxurious Fisherman's Wharf property can revel in the maritime decor and unobstructed views of the bay, the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park and the city's legendary skyline. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41269775/san_francisco_ca/argonaut_hotel.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Daring modern design and a pet-friendly policy, not to mention the proximity to some of the city's biggest names in shopping, make this Union Square/SoMa hotel a popular destination among tourists and business travelers alike. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41846229/san_francisco_ca/hotel_palomar.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles For those looking to be removed a bit more from the hustle and bustle of Union Square, this contemporary hotel is just a few blocks away and a few stories up; with plush beds and upscale restaurant Cortez just downstairs, you hardly have to leave. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/864104/san_francisco_ca/hotel_adagio.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Glitterati gravitate to this glitzy Theatre District property to eat, drink and sleep fabulously--but it's not so absolutely outrageous in price that it's out of the question for a special night out for the rest of us. San Francisco, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/864103/san_francisco_ca/clift_hotel_book_direct.html Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/43135 Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/38069 Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Thu, 27 May 2004 03:13:22 -0700