Review: St. Regis San Francisco, where ‘suite dreams’ come true

prologue

Step into any of our St. Regis locations around the world and you’ll find impeccable service, luxurious accommodations and diverse dining options that delight your taste buds in every way. Of course, The St. Regis San Francisco Hit the bullseye on all three – and more.

Following a complete refresh of guest rooms and public spaces in a multi-phase property redesign in 2020, the iconic outpost welcomes travelers with a gorgeous new look while maintaining its classic St. Regis ambiance. increase.

places and impressions

Located in the up-and-coming SoMa (South of Market) district, this hotel is ideal for business and leisure travelers alike. The Yerba Buena Gardens, the country’s largest museum of modern art, is across the road.

San Francisco International Airport is just a 15-minute drive away. United Airlines from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne.Qantas plans to add flights from Sydney From May 2023.

Exploring further afield is easy. The luxury shops and restaurants of Union Square are about a 10-minute walk, and Chinatown is a 15-minute walk. Head east toward the bay and you’ll be at the iconic Ferry Building and Embarcadero Boulevard in 20 minutes.

The hotel occupies floors 5-17 of the 42-story St. Regis Museum Tower. The Museum of the African Diaspora, a contemporary art museum celebrating black history, occupies the first three floors, while the St. Regis Residences are located on the upper floors.

Don’t miss the St. Regis Bar’s signature Golden Gate Mary.

Step inside and you’ll find a decidedly cozy living room atmosphere and a sleek lobby that blends in with its artistic surroundings, complete with sculptures and paintings by well-known contemporary artists.

It’s not a small hotel by any means, but it has an intimate feel and a more boutique feel than many of the brand’s other hotels.

room

The St. Regis San Francisco offers a variety of room options, from our entry-level Superior to our expansive 297-square-meter Presidential Suite.

We checked into our 64-square-meter Astor Suite with private butler service, consisting of a bedroom, separate living area, and large bathroom.

The Astor Suite is decorated in warm, neutral tones.

The interior is refreshingly modern, with dark fumed oak floors accentuating the light, neutral palette and floor-to-ceiling windows that span nearly the entire width of the outward-facing walls.

The suite itself is spacious, with a large sitting area consisting of a large sofa and two comfortable lounges, a glass-enclosed coffee table, and a 55-inch TV with access to local and cable channels. There is a nice office nearby.

A small hallway leads to the bathroom on the left and the bedroom on the right, with a plush king-size bed…

You can enjoy the view without leaving your bed.

…and easy access to bedside power outlets with both AC and USB outlets.

A pile of plush pillows, a padded headboard, a second television, an iron and ironing board, bathrobes, and a wardrobe complete with slippers complete the bedroom.

Across the hall is a large marble-clad bathroom with two vanities.

…deep soaking tubs and walk-in rain showers, all complete with luxurious Remède bath amenities.

Attentive and personalized service includes a 24-hour butler staff to attend to your every need. Services range from twice-daily garment pressings to late-night cocktails delivered to your room.

Also standard are complimentary bottled water, fully stocked minibar (standard prices for a hotel of this level), Nespresso machine and twice-daily housekeeping (including a turndown service). increase.

jobs

There is no executive lounge on site, but there is a small business center where essential tasks such as photocopying, printing, and scanning can be done for a fee.

Thankfully the room is well appointed with a large desk set in the windowed corner.

On the downside, the hotel charges extra for in-room high-speed WiFi unless you are a Bonvoy Gold member or above. This two-tier approach is common, but given that we’re on the gateway to Silicon Valley, high-speed Internet should be the norm.

A wide desk has plenty of space, but the view can be a bit distracting.

Power outlets placed at the convenient desk and comfy chair mean you can keep your devices running for hours on end.

The lobby is another area suitable for casual business rendezvous.

eat

The dining front offers three attractive options: Astra Restaurant, The St. Regis Bar, and Astra Tea Salon, where guests can enjoy afternoon tea.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, Astra is the hotel’s flagship store. Featuring sophisticated service and fresh, seasonal ingredients, it offers exquisite cuisine with a Californian flair with French and Italian influences.

Astor creates different atmospheres during the day and at night.

At dinner, we glanced at the menu and decided to start with the chilled oysters with cucumber mignonette and truffle hot sauce…

…followed by Spanish octopus with romesco and charcoal potatoes hit the spot.

The highlight of the dinner was the Ora King Salmon with a nice lemon barre sauce, sunchoke, arugula and a soft touch of basil oil.

Breakfast is also served each morning from 6:30 to 10:30. Options on hand to start our day included the St. Regis Benedict, Truffle Omelette and Avocado on Toast.

When you need that natural pull for an after-dinner drink, head to the St. Regis Bar, located in the nearby lobby.

Here, gleaming brass features and an intimate grouping of chairs and sofas set the backdrop for a curated selection of cocktails crafted by mixologists.

The St. Regis Bar is adjacent to the lobby.

relax

Whether you need an energetic early-morning gym session or plenty of pampering after a long day at work, St. Regis offers a variety of options to help you relax and stay fit.

Sadly most of them were unavailable during our stay due to renovations.

Gym-goers will find plenty to help them stay active during their stay.

For those looking to de-stress, our expansive 570-square-meter fitness center with the latest cardio, weights, and aerobics equipment is complimentary. You can also request a personal trainer.

To complement it, a two-level luxury spa due to open this year will offer signature treatments such as detox massages and elaborate ‘rituals’, while an indoor swimming pool will also open in 2023, perfect for soaking. provide a place Take your worries away.

verdict

Overall, The St. Regis San Francisco is an impressive hotel that lives up to its brand reputation. As a business base in San Francisco, this hotel is excellent because of its central location.

But with comfortable rooms, personalized butler service, and a myriad of nearby attractions, it’s also a great business hotel for leisure.