1 Hotel, San Francisco
1 Hotel San Francisco is a stunning waterfront retreat situated right on the Embarcadero. Designed with a deep commitment to sustainability and “biophilic” principles—which emphasize a connection to nature—the hotel creates a calming, earthy atmosphere in the middle of a bustling city. The interiors feature reclaimed wood, native greenery, and textures inspired by the Northern California landscape.
The building itself has a fascinating history of reuse. Much of the materials found throughout the hotel, including the wood used in the corridors and elevator landings, were salvaged from the original San Francisco Bay Bridge. The design team, including NICOLEHOLLIS and SH Hotels & Resorts, transformed the space into a sanctuary that feels both high-end and deeply connected to its local environment.
Guests often enjoy the hotel’s focus on holistic wellness, from the organic Bamford Wellness Spa to the on-site “Field House” fitness center. Many rooms offer sweeping, panoramic views of the Bay Bridge and the water. A unique, community-focused detail is the “1 Less Thing” program, where guests are encouraged to leave behind gently used clothing to be donated to local charity partners.
Location-wise, you are perfectly positioned for exploration. You can easily stroll to the historic Ferry Building for artisanal bites, wander through the nearby Financial District, or walk to the iconic piers. It serves as an ideal, serene home base for anyone looking to experience the city’s harbor history and dynamic culture without sacrificing comfort or environmental mindfulness.
Expert reviews
“On the Embarcadero waterfront, with views of the Bay Bridge and Ferry Building, 1 Hotel San Francisco is among the most luxurious additions to San Francisco’s accommodations landscape.”
“1 Hotel San Francisco is the unicorn this city has been waiting for. It has an excellent location overlooking the Bay, an eco ethos at the core of its brand, on-point design, and a bar/restaurant that takes advantage of the fact that it’s mere feet from one of the country’s best farmers markets.”
“Lush green plants thrive at seemingly every turn in this sustainability-minded hotel set along San Francisco’s bustling Embarcadero. Reclaimed wood and recycled materials shape the property’s vibrant interiors, while many rooms feature stellar views of the city’s waterfront, the Bay Bridge, Ferry Building and beyond.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Friendly staff
- Comfortable beds
- Spa
Location
Recent guest reviews
8 May 2026
Passable
Staff were plesent
Shower was so poor no water pressure or power. Complained twice. Breakfast ordering was a car crash every time.
6 July 2025
Had an excellent time I’ll definitely be back
Property was so gorgeous and clean
28 June 2025
Fabulous
Great staff
29 May 2025
Well appointed
Excellent location.We could walk to the fairy building. Many excellent restaurants close by. Beautiful view of the bridge.
N/a
29 May 2025
Great stay!
Very stylish, clean, and full of good facilities. Hotel staff were brilliant.
We had two rooms. One was on the third floor so the waterfront view was not brilliant. The view on the 7th floor was fab though!
28 May 2025
Exceptional
The bed. The bed alone made this experience a 10 for me. I’ve slept in many hotels around the world but this bed is something I’ve never seen.
25 May 2025
Exceptional
Amazing staff. Very clean. Very stylish.
Couldn’t fault it!
19 May 2025
Very comfortable stay in a very central, walkable location.
I liked the whole vibe of the hotel. I loved the sustainability theme. Overall, it was a large corporate hotel but with a boutique hotel feel to it which I really liked.
Nothing.
2 May 2025
Bar none for stays in SF
Every time I come to town on business thus far 1 has treated me tremendously well. The staff is extremely accommodating and thoughtful very refreshing as compared to a few other 1 properties I have stayed at.
Nothing.
28 April 2025
Sweet personal and gorgeous soo SF views
Unique use of recycled materials in their environment
Some details such as stained coasters in our room, beat up bottles and opened snack on mini bar, stained couch in room with what looked like large about of dry hummus (is my hope) .. attention to detail for the price of this room would be nice
27 April 2025
Great location, safe, clean, friendly & luxurious
The hotel was beautiful, the team were very friendly and helpful too! A fabulous trip for our first time in San Francisco. Make sure to use the E Bikes too! Thank you
15 April 2025
Restful and fun!
Really luxurious hotel experience in an urban setting
7 April 2025
My dog loves it here!
Dog friendly
Expensive
7 April 2025
Exceptional
I stayed at 1 Hotel in San Francisco and absolutely loved it! The place is beautiful and has great vibes. My room was comfortable and spacious, with amazing views. Big shoutout to Christina for the surprise cake and note-such a nice touch! The food downstairs was delicious too. Overall, great vibe, awesome service, and yummy food. Highly recommend!
6 April 2025
Best location in San Francisco
Loved everything about this hotel. I travel to SF a lot and 1 Hotel is by far my favorite. Front desk staff went above and beyond to check me in even though I was early. The location is perfect right by the bay. I had a room on the 6th floor facing the bay and it was spectacular to wake up to that view. If you’re on higher floors the noise is just like white noise. Amazing viby restaurant and bar downstairs too. I’ll definitely go back!
28 January 2025
Recommended
Great location, amazing views, helpful staff and spacious room
The washroom could use some maintenance, and a welcome bottle of water in the room would be a great idea
27 January 2025
Wonderful view and amazing amenities and attention to detail!
Clean room and friendly staff. The smell of the hotel was like a spa!
Nothing
2 January 2025
Exceptional
Lovely hotel. Great room size and bathroom. Booked it to be closer to the harbour to see the NYE fireworks. However the staff were the true highlight, just an amazing team from the concierge to the front desk. I know the some reviewers have said it was overpriced but I think the customer service definitely matched the price point.
31 December 2024
Exceptional
The breakfast was amazing! I had an amazing time enjoying the spa bath and private massage.
I don’t have any complaints
28 December 2024
Top location & beautiful rooms!
Location is just perfect! Had a room overlooking the bay bridge - priceless!
The flush wasn’t working when we arrived but they fixed it quickly
27 December 2024
It was a pleasant stay with my kids ..super friendly staff
Location Room
Breakfast could be better
11 December 2024
Great stay, not sure on the price
The aesthetics are always so good with the 1 hotels. Room was superb, view was amazing. Breakfast was really really good.
The shower wasn’t the greatest, power was lacking quite a lot. I also just feel there’s not much going on in the hotel, which may be good for others. But it was very quiet.
27 October 2024
Fabulous
Great location, the hotel and rooms are tastefully decorated and the food was delicious. Most importantly we had a great sleep, the beds were super comfy and room was very quiet.
Nothing
25 October 2024
Very good
Great location and very spacious/ comfy room.
$100 for parking overnight. Overcharged me for room service and haven't responded after several days.
23 October 2024
Very good
Problem with the shower head.
23 October 2024
Exceptional
Location
7 October 2024
Exceptional
Great location Staff were amazing Love the look, feel and vibe of this hotel
23 September 2024
Beautiful hotel
Beautiful hotel. We had a waterfront king which had a lovely view. Spacious room with a very comfortable bed and very nice bathroom although no bathtub. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Lovely outdoor patio. The location was perfect for us as we were there to attend an event at the Embarcardero building a short walk away.
My only complaint is that the bar closed at 10pm on Saturday night which seems silly for a hotel.
30 August 2024
Lovely hotel the bathtub is HUGE! The staff was so sweet and the hotel is very cool!
The hotel is absolutely unique and modern in the best way. Everything is up to date and they truly make you feel special without making you feel like you are in a setting where you don’t belong (if you get what I mean).
I think they should make better use of the wonderful terrace/rooftop space they have but maybe it is due to city regulations. (I would open up a bar there! It is amazing!)
22 August 2024
Can highly recommend
The location is awesome. It's very close to pier39.
23 July 2024
Really good but a few tweaks would make it exceptional
Great staff, great location - the food was excellent and the rooms were clean and comfortable.
Our room had a blackout blind but not a curtain so lots of street light and then early morning sun when your trying to sleep and the room was noisy from the road. Also the pillows were super big and hard -
19 July 2024
Always a pleasure at the 1 hotel
Gym was fantastic. Restaurant was lovely and accommodating. Staff were more than helpful and friendly
Room was a bit loud from the hallway and other guests
10 June 2024
Great location, perfect for a morning run.
The waterside location is perfect for a morning run, and the bar/restaurant is lovely, great cocktails. Big spacious rooms too. A restful place to ride out my jet lag!
23 April 2024
Top notch hotel.
Modern, clean, great service, the room had everything needed, the breakfast cafe were had an amazing selection and great coffee.
Absolute nothing.
20 March 2024
Really Enjoyed our time in San Francisco and our stay at the 1-Hotel - Thank You.
The location of the Hotel is great, the staff were great, it is clean & tidy but it is quite expensive for a Family of 4 to afford!
16 February 2024
Beautiful location and nicely appointed rooms.
The location and view were perfect
The phone in our room didn’t work
14 February 2024
The of the best hotels I stayed at in the US
Felt like a spa retreat. Arrived in the early morning to stow our luggage before check in and our room was ready so they let us go in then. I love that. Beautiful rooms wonderful restaurant. Will definitely come back.
5 February 2024
Amazing service at a beautiful hotel
Gorgeous property. Well decorated. Thoughtful and calming ambiance
Nothing
2 February 2024
Very good
No bath in the room only shower. Spa fully booked. No pool.
26 December 2023
Beautiful hotel and will definitely be back!
Aesthetic, staff, rooftop, and location.
Breakfast was less than mediocre and expensive. Not worth it.
26 September 2023
Exceptional property
Location is perfect, the facilities are exceptional, staff is very friendly great hotel
Price was a little high
19 September 2023
Very good
1 Hotel San Francisco is safe and excellent in Embarcadero, near Pier 39 and Fisherman Wharf. Convenient for travelers and business trips! Also, close to the train station, MUNI & Bart if you need to commute without Uber & driving. Walkable to other famous destinations! Weather: a bit cold and windy area since it's next to the Pacific, so bring an extra jacket if you walk. - Ambiance: beautiful, tropical, with many plants and a dimmy hotel! - Rooms: depends on which one you book. Generally, they are well-decorated, but unfortunately, they're not that tech savvy even though they're in tech city! The hotel provides its brands with products in the rooms, such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bottled water, robes, slippers, etc. - Noise concerns: I'm a light sleeper, and my room is next to the AC and on the 5th floor. I heard no outside noises from the street or the following rooms. Maybe I got lucky, or nothing happened on Thursday night while I stayed. - Sizes: Hotel size is average, so the room is jammed up, but it may be more significant when you pay more. - Customer service: from the valet to check in, dine at the restaurant till check out. Everything was excellent. - Restaurant on the ground floor and is beautiful within & outside dine-in areas. The vibes are relaxing and bright during the day & dreamy at night! - Additional services: They offer drop-off service within 2 miles for guests who want to travel and first come, first serve. You can call in advance to request in advance with the front desk. I used this service, and the car is new and smells great!
One thing the hotel needs to improve is the request for the drop-off service. It would be better to request that guests be able to put the drop-off address so the driver knows and navigates better. I was asked almost eight times whether it was within 2 miles. It made me feel like 1. They don't trust me 2. Answer over & over again. I expect more from luxury hotels with better operations and high rates
5 September 2023
Very good
Theme and quality of common areas and furniture.
King Suite we stayed in is to be avoided. Very small window.
21 August 2023
beautiful space
beautiful property everything was excellent
shower head fell on one of our guests heads its heavy they offered complimentary drinks and I felt that too drinks was an insult . My daughter had a bump on her head.
7 August 2023
A fantastic place near everything.
Very cool - great style
3 August 2023
Highly recommended.
Clean, modern
Did not have parking
1 August 2023
Beautiful hotel at perfect and safe location.
My family and I enjoyed our stay at 1 Hotel San Francisco. Beautiful modern decor. Clean. Very good service. Excelent food. Perfect location.
Nothing
1 August 2023
Beautifully designed, calming. Perfect location
the location was ideal. Nice aesthetic. Staff friendly. Love the outdoor terraces.
The cost was a bit much for what you get. We stay down the street for 1/2 the price and it is very similar.
15 July 2023
Staff was wonderful and room was wonderful
Very clean and very unique. Excellent hotel
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Car hire
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Open-air bath (additional charge)
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Back massage
- - Neck massage
- - Foot massage
- - Couples massage
- - Head massage
- - Hand massage
- - Full body massage
- - Fitness
- - Yoga classes
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Bicycle rental
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Visual aids: Braille
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key access
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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12 May 2026
Nice location, but there are better hotels to stay at in SC