Rate based on Check-in: Jun 8, 2013 Check-out: Jun 9, 2013

InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

4 stars
888 HOWARD STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
75 reviews
Great stay for the price

Room was extremely clean, bed was comfy, bar had good drinks, restaurant was good, close to lots of... See full review

  • Fatty McGhee
  • May 8, 2013
Amazing Night in the city

I loved it from now on I am staying here every time I go out to the city. See full review

  • Daddy go lucky
  • Feb 10, 2013
Downtown hotel with an extensive grappa cocktail selection at Bar 888
The InterContinental San Francisco towers over the city, providing one of the newest upscale hotel destinations in the Bay Area. A Michelin-rated restaurant, chic bar, luxurious spa and spacious guest rooms and suites make the hotel a top choice for both business and vacation travel. Rising 32 stories over the South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood, the InterContinental San Francisco hotel provides state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces, as well as convenient access to the Moscone Center and AT&T Park. 
Highlights

  • 24-hour fitness and wellness center
  • Michelin-rated restaurant focuses on seasonal, sustainable cuisine
  • Within walking distance of the Moscone Center
  • Rooms offer spectacular views of the city or the bay

Rooms
All 550 rooms and suites at the InterContinental San Francisco feature rich wood and marble furnishings, spacious work areas, flat-panel TVs, Wi-Fi Internet access (fees apply) and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city or San Francisco Bay. Pets are welcome (fees apply). 
Features
The I-Spa at InterContinental San Francisco invites guests to pamper themselves. The signature I-Spa customized massage begins with a conversation between client and therapist to create a customized treatment protocol, and a blend of essential oil and sound therapies is created for each individual. 
Dining

The Michelin-rated Luce restaurant -- located in the lobby of the InterContinental San Francisco -- serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a sleek, urban setting. Seasonal, sustainable ingredients are sourced from the farms surrounding San Francisco for dishes such as the farmer's market omelet with goat cheese and baby tomato, and guinea hen with white asparagus. Luce has been recognized as one of the nation's top restaurants by Esquire magazine and Haute Living magazine.

 

Bar 888 at the InterContinental San Francisco offers one of the finest selections of grappa and grappa cocktails in the country. Try the Moscone Pear: Dimmi Herbal-infused Grappa liqueur shaken with fresh pear puree, freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice, and a grape garnish.
Transportation

  • BART stop (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • San Francisco International Airport (11.3 mi/18.2 km)

Attractions

  • Westfield San Francisco Centre (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Moscone Center (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • Yerba Buena Gardens (0.2 mi/0.4 km)
  • Contemporary Jewish Museum (0.3 mi/0.4 km)
  • AT&T Park (0.8 mi/1.3 km)

Business

  • Business center staffed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • 43,000 square feet of function space
  • 21 meeting rooms, two ballrooms and three outdoor terraces

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Indoor pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Pets allowed
Free local telephone calls
Executive level
Ice machine
Activities
Indoor pool
Children's activities
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Room service
Services
Business center
Maid service
Concierge desk
ATM/Cash machine
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Porters
FAX
Currency exchange
Overhead projector
White board
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Room
Satellite TV
DVD player
Cordless phone
Phone with speaker
Desk with lamp
Mini bar
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Outlet adapters
Turndown service
Cribs available
In room movies
Temperature control
Ironing board
Bath tub

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Hotel Map

37.7819 -122.4048
Nearby airports
San Jose International Airport, (SJC), 47.00, MI; Oakland International Airport, (OAK), 19.00, MI; San Francisco International Airport, (SFO), 13.70, MI;
Area description
Downtown, downtown

Nearby points of interest

  • Moscone Center: 0.2 mi
  • St Patrick's Church: 0.3 mi
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.3 mi
  • 871 Fine Arts: 0.4 mi
  • Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.4 mi
  • Cartoon Art Museum: 0.4 mi
  • SoMa: 0.4 mi
  • Union Square: 0.4 mi
  • Kertesz Gallery: 0.5 mi
  • Don Soker Gallery: 0.6 mi
  • Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.7 mi
  • San Francisco City Hall: 0.8 mi
  • ATT Park: 0.8 mi
  • Civic Centre: 0.8 mi
  • Grace Cathedral: 0.8 mi
  • Moscone Center: 0.2 mi
  • St Patrick's Church: 0.3 mi
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.3 mi
  • 871 Fine Arts: 0.4 mi
  • Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.4 mi
  • Cartoon Art Museum: 0.4 mi
  • SoMa: 0.4 mi
  • Union Square: 0.4 mi
  • Kertesz Gallery: 0.5 mi
  • Don Soker Gallery: 0.6 mi
  • Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.7 mi
  • San Francisco City Hall: 0.8 mi
  • ATT Park: 0.8 mi
  • Civic Centre: 0.8 mi
  • Grace Cathedral: 0.8 mi
  • San Francisco Symphony: 0.9 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid: 0.9 mi
  • Cable Car Museum: 1 mi
  • Nob Hill: 1 mi
  • Chinatown: 1 mi
  • Pioneer's Monument: 1.1 mi
  • Ferry Building: 1.1 mi
  • Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption: 1.1 mi
  • Octagon House: 1.3 mi
  • Haas Lilienthal House: 1.4 mi
  • Japantown: 1.4 mi
  • Konko Church of San Francisco: 1.4 mi
  • Lafayette Park: 1.4 mi
  • Japan Center: 1.4 mi
  • Coit Tower: 1.4 mi
  • Mission Cliffs Rock Climbing Center: 1.6 mi
  • Mission Delores: 1.6 mi
  • Mission Dolores: 1.7 mi
  • Port of San Francisco: 1.7 mi
  • Lombard Street: 1.8 mi
  • Underwater World: 1.8 mi
  • Aquarium of the Bay: 1.8 mi
  • Pier 39: 1.9 mi
  • San Francisco Experience: 1.9 mi
  • Wax Museum Entertainment Complex: 1.9 mi
  • Ghirardelli Square: 1.9 mi
  • Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum: 1.9 mi
  • Wyland Gallery: 1.9 mi
  • Hyde Street Pier: 2 mi
  • Musee Mecanique: 2 mi

Dining

Luce
This Michelin rated hotel restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in a sleek, urban setting just off of the main lobby is the stage for artisanal California cuisine with world influences. Created with high-end, sustainable and seasonal ingredients,
Chez Papa Resto
Located in the heart of Downtown San Francisco in the newly renovated Mint Plaza, Chez Papa serves award-winning French cuisine showcasing the freshest seasonal ingredients prepared with great attention to detail and balance. Enjoy regional French cuisine
54 Mint
Two gentlemen from Sicily opened this standout Italian restaurant last year in the trendy Mint Plaza, featuring food from Tuscany and Umbria. Imported Italian and local ingredients mixes SF and the old world. The pasta here is made in-house, and if you’d
Oola
Chef Frederick Ola offers San Francisco Bistro Cuisine in a modern, hip setting. A gourmet lounge that is a local favorite. Located just around the corner, it’s has a convenient location and convenient hours; it’s open for lunch and open until at least 1
LuLu
LuLu's offers a seasonal Provencal style menu featuring wood fired oven, rotisserie and grilled specialties. The 'family-style' cuisine is served in an impressive warehouse dining space. LuLu features an award-winning wine list and a wine bar offering ove
Fang
Peter Fang is a gracious host at his new upscale venue here in SOMA. Many traditional Chinese dishes grace the menu, plus old family recipes that he has reinvented. Because they use local fresh ingredients, the menu changes often. Don’t be surprised if P
Lark Creek Steak
Local San Francisco celebrity chef Bradley Ogden opened this restaurant in the San Francisco just behind the hotel, and it’s more than just a steak house. Because this restaurant is run by a chef, not just a butcher, everything on the menu is worth a tast
Pazzia
Great Italian food served in a trattoria setting close to the hotel. Excellent pasta, meat and fish dishes made with fresh, local ingredients; and a Roman style pizza that will make your mouth water. A bottle of wine, tiramisu and an espresso later and y
Bar 888
Located on the lobby level, Bar 888 offers one of the finest selections of grappa and grappa cocktails in the country. Offering over 120 hand-selected grappas to taste, Bar 888 also offers an innovative selection of grappa-based cocktails, along with a ca

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (75)

Ratings and reviews for InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Overall score

4.4 / 5
75 out of 75
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.8
Hotel staff:
4.5
Room comfort:
4.7
Location:
4.3
Value:
4.1

87% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

5
Fatty McGhee
Philadelphia, PA
May 8, 2013

Great stay for the price

Room was extremely clean, bed was comfy, bar had good drinks, restaurant was good, close to lots of stuff, extremely friendly staff, elevators were fast and gift shop was open late...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

town hall, oola, caffe at SFMOMA

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

5
Daddy go lucky
Fairfield
Feb 10, 2013

Amazing Night in the city

I loved it from now on I am staying here every time I go out to the city.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
rhino shut up
San Francisco, CA
Dec 19, 2012

Great hotel away from Union Square

If you want to stay a little bit away from the hustle of Union Square, this hotel is a great option.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
GetawayK
Oakland, California
Nov 26, 2012

Convenient & Clean

Clean, quite hotel with all the amenities. Easy walk to BART and downtown shopping.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
3
Entertainment tip: Short walk from hotel

Really close to the Metreon so great to catch a late movie or activities with the kids.

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
Jesus price superstar
Yay area
Oct 7, 2012

Fun Friday in the city

A great value! Under 200 for two doubles in Soma is really clutch. Tried to charge me 8 bucks for a water bc we moved (not drank) it. Other than that great experience.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

Three blocks down. Temple night club. It was pretty fun

Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
Newlywed Diane
San Fransisco, CA
Oct 1, 2012

Honeymoon in San Fransisco

The service was excellent, especially the concierge. When the staff knew it was our wedding day we were treated like royalty. All week the excellent svice was consistent. Everything was within walking distance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Seattle, Washington
Sep 24, 2012

Great location for a San Fran weekend getaway!

Staff service was great - tried to check in early (room not ready - so west shopping on Market St - only a few short blocks away) and staff called me as promised when room was ready. Very clean and well planned out room. Late check out was a breeze (negotiated a small fee for 6pm checkout - to grab a shower after Folsom St Fair before an 8:30pm flight). Nice sized gym - although couple of the machines need maintenance (hence the lower score for Amenities). Great bar and restaurant service - terriffic fish meal for dinner and breakfast buffet was exceptional.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
barbara over 70
San Francisco
Sep 9, 2012

VERY comfortable accomodations!

I found these rooms to be among the most comfortable of any I have stayed in. Lots of room to store, hang and PUT THINGS ON TOP OF. Clean, good light, good staff. One big error in design: bathrooms have smoked glass in their big sliding door...and one can not use the bathroom without illuminating the rest of the dark bedroom. Makes it impossible to leave one person asleep while the other uses the bathroom. Closet lights up, too, when door is opened, and it also disturbs sleeping partner. Otherwise, fine room.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

5
Sandra the visitor
Miami, Florida
Sep 5, 2012

If you go to San Francisco...

Absolutely amazing! The hotel is magnificent! The staff is very courteous and helpful. I loved the room, the gym and the swimming pool! Thank you for an unforgettable experience!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of InterContinental SAN FRANCISCO

Reviewer score

4
PGA mex
Mex
Aug 14, 2012

Too expensive

The cost of the valet parking is too high ($60USD per day for guests). It is not adequate

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
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