Top 30 hotel bars in San Francisco

San Francisco, a city known for its vibrant culture and culinary scene, is also home to some of the most unique and upscale hotel bars. These hotel bars in San Francisco offer a sophisticated ambiance, expertly crafted cocktails, and impressive wine lists, making them a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists. Whether you're looking for a chic spot to unwind after a long day of sightseeing or a stylish venue to host a business meeting, these hotel bars in San Francisco are sure to impress.

1. Charmaine's Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Exclusive rooftop setting with panoramic views

TOPICS

  • Rooftop
  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Dinner

2. Top of the Mark

Iconic rooftop bar with panoramic views

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mid-Range
  • Rooftop

3. Clock Bar

Offers a unique blend of classic and innovative cocktails with a lively ambiance.

TOPICS

  • Downtown Spots
  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine

4. Redwood Room by The Clift

Famous redwood-paneled bar with a 1930s ambiance and a celebrity clientele.

5. Dirty Habit

Offers unique and creative cocktails with stunning views of the city

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

6. Pied Piper

Featuring the historic 'Pied Piper' painting by Maxfield Parrish

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Happy Hours
  • Downtown Spots

7. Bar at Hotel Kabuki

Offers a unique Japanese-inspired ambiance

TOPICS

  • Downtown Spots
  • Fusion Cuisine
  • Dinner

8. Terrene

Features a stunning rooftop bar with panoramic city views

TOPICS

  • Waterfront
  • Dinner
  • Vegetarian Options
  • Vegan Options

9. Living Room Bar

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • Mid-Range
  • Downtown Spots

10. The Hotel Utah Saloon

Historic venue with a speakeasy vibe

11. Obscenity Bar & Lounge

TOPICS

  • Happy Hours
  • Downtown Spots
  • Social Gatherings

12. Laureate Bar & Lounge

Offers craft cocktails, boutique wines, and small plates

13. Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

Features a striking stained-glass dome and hosts live music events.

14. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Historic hotel with a rich past and a vibrant hotel bar.

15. Hotel VIA

Stylish decor, excellent service, and a prime location in the SoMa district

16. InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco, an IHG Hotel

Historic hotel with a rich past and a stunning rooftop bar

17. Hotel Caza Fisherman’s Wharf

Features a stunning rooftop bar with panoramic views of the city and bay.

18. Hotel Zelos San Francisco

Features a chic, modern design with luxury accommodations and a vibrant social scene

19. Phoenix Hotel

A 1950's motor lodge transformed into a chic, urban retreat

20. Hyatt Place San Francisco / Downtown

Rooftop bar with city views

21. Hôtel Biron

Boutique hotel with a unique art collection and a Parisian-inspired ambiance.

22. Rise Over Run

Offers stunning views of the city from its rooftop location

TOPICS

  • Affordable Nightlife
  • Downtown Spots
  • Late Night

23. Kimpton Alton Hotel

Elegant decor, rooftop bar with city views, and commitment to sustainability.

24. Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Rooftop bar with panoramic city views and a cozy fireplace lounge.

25. Hotel Zetta San Francisco

Incorporates playful and innovative designs, offering a unique and memorable experience to its guests.

26. Canopy by Hilton San Francisco SoMa

Thoughtfully designed rooms with city views and locally-inspired decor

27. Hotel Des Arts

Curated, innovative art displayed throughout the hotel, reflecting the local culture and creativity.

28. GC Lounge

29. KANPAI Lounge

30. The St. Regis Bar