How did it strike you on arrival?
The St. Regis is a staple for big names when they visit San Francisco: Recently a line of fans were waiting outside to snag autographs from the Dallas Mavericks, who were staying there after their game against the Warriors. Inside, the mirrored bar is separated from the seating area by a long, open gas fireplace. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls let a lot of light into the space, which is decorated in tones of gray, with dark wood herring bone floors in the bar. Framed prints hang above the reception desk, and sculptures sit near the elevators. It's modern and swanky.
What’s the crowd like?
The aforementioned NBA players, families, younger people in athleisure, and be-suited business travelers meeting up in the bar.
The good stuff: Tell us about your room.
Even the smallest rooms—the superior guest rooms on floors five through eight—are 450 square feet, large for San Francisco hotels. Rooms on lower floors have at least partial views of the city. Room decor is by famed Canadian design firm Yabu Pushelberg, and the palette sticks to neutral tones of cream and white.
We’re craving some deep, restorative sleep. They got us?
Beds at the St. Regis are luxe, with cashmere quilting, a plush pillow top, and natural fabrics.
How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Any of that find its way into your suitcase?
I could use a five-foot-long fainting sofa. Minibars include high-end wines, like a $72 Whitehall Lane cabernet sauvignon.
Please tell us the bathroom won’t let us down.
Bathrooms have soaking tubs and separate shower areas, rainforest shower heads, lighted make-up mirrors, and plush robes.
Maybe the most important topic of all: Wi-Fi. What’s the word?
Basic Wi-Fi is complimentary.
Room service: Worth it?
The room service menu is extensive, and served 24 hours. In the mood for caviar? You can have it brought to your room for $250.
Anything stand out about other services and features? Whether it’s childcare, gyms, spas, even parking—whatever stuck with you.
At 5,700 square feet, the the hotel gym is enormous, and has pretty spectacular city views—and you can request your own personal trainer.
What was most memorable—or heartbreaking—about your stay?
The location is great for culture fiends. The SFMOMA is next door, and the Museum of the African Diaspora is actually in the same building. It's also walking distance to the Moscone Center, and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts.
Bottom line: worth it, and why?
The St. Regis is a beautiful luxury hotel in a bustling part of SoMA.
125 3rd St., San Francisco, California 94103
United States
http://www.stregissanfrancisco.com/
(415) 284-4000