Frommer’s San Francisco“Best Bed & Breakfast”;consistently #1 B&B on TripAdvisor; “Best Urban Inn” AAA's Via Magazine’s “Go List” 2006 Wonderful little hotel, perfect Union Square location, family-run for 25 years, old world charm, modern amenities, house cat, afternoon tea & homemade cookies, free wireless DSL, corner cable car stop.

An 1883 Historical Landmark Victorian, The Parsonage's large airy rooms are furnished with European and American antiques. The elegantly appointed rooms, with hand-made McRoskey mattresses, goose-down comforters, imported linens, and fresh flowers, provide a relaxing environment. Enjoy a full breakfast in the frescoed dining room. Savor a cup of tea or a glass of wine by the library fireplace, or meet friends for refreshments in the elegant double parlor. The neighborhood has numerous restaurants within walking distance of the inn, and is steps away from public transportation.

Nearby to Union Square, Chinatown, Fishermsan's Wharf, Theaters and World-Class restaurants.

The Castro District's Premier Bed and Breakfast. Close to Noe Valley, Mission District & The Haight

The most luxurious getaway on the coast, Landis Shores offers you a sweeping, unobstructed ocean view (you can throw a stone into the ocean from your private balcony!), fireplace, natural stone floors with radiant heat, spacious bathroom with extra deep whirlpool tub and separate glass shower, luxurious robes, TV/VCR, stereo CD player, phones with modem access and more. Each morning, wake up to a full gourmet breakfast and fresh coffee, and in the afternoon, sample complimentary premium wines and hors d'oeuvres. If relaxing is your plan, you've reached heaven at Landis Shores. For the more active, enjoy peaceful walks on the beach, a bike ride or horseback ride atop the cliffs overlooking the ocean, a round of great golf, a soothing massage, a visit to the famous elephant seals of nearby Ano Nuevo, shopping down historic and charming Main Street...or any number of other nearby activities.

Petite Auberge, a “small inn,” welcomes guests to a world of French provincial enchantment. The inn’s 26 intimate guest rooms boast inviting beds, carved armoires and many with fireplaces. Petite Auberge is located just up the hill from Union Square and Chinatown and less than two blocks from our famous cable cars – within walking distance to the best restaurants and theaters. Honeymooners might want to select the “Petite Suite” with its private deck, hand painted king bed, spa tub, champagne and chocolates.

The White Swan Inn is a splendid tribute to the luxury hotels of England. Rich floral carpets, comfortable furniture covered with elegant fabrics and enchanting English art and collectibles set the tone. With 26 guestrooms and 30 fireplaces the inn exudes warmth and serenity in the midst of a busy city. The inn is located just up the hill from Union Square and Chinatown and less than two blocks from our famous cable cars – within walking distance to the best restaurants and theaters.

A lovely beachfront inn on miles of pristine white sand beaches with the Pacific at your doorstep.

The Nob Hill Hotel is a European Boutique Hotel established in 1906. It was fully restored to its original grandeur in 1998. Marble flooring, stained glass panels, ornate ceilings, alabaster chandeliers, and an extensive collection of period paintings grace the hotel interior. All rooms elegantly appointed with period antiques, velvet comforters, replica iron and half canopy beds, beautiful hand painted walls with gold designs, imported Victorian paintings and prints. Nob Hill guests enjoy a courtesy glass of wine and glass compliments of Colombini Bistro...

Within walking distance of San Francisco's top attractions 1/2 a block from the Cable Car.

European Style in Laurel Heights. Private. Comfortable. Relaxed. Gorgeous Breakfast. Wifi. LCD TVs.

San Francisco's historic Queen Anne Hotel is one of a kind and a must see historic landmark on several walking and bus tours. This jewel of Victorian architecture offers heaps of luxury and high personal service at affordable prices. Forty-eight spacious guest rooms and suites offer triple sheeted Queen or King sized beds, elegant private baths & modern amenities. All are individually decorated with English and American antiques and includes cozy sitting areas, most with large wooden tables. One the great features of the Queen Anne are the handsome sitting areas. Enjoy afternoon Tea & Sherry with cookies next to roaring fire in the Library. Or chat with family, friends, colleagues, or clients in the main Parlor. International guests gather each morning in the Salon for a hearty expanded continental breakfast buffet. Morning newspaper, local weekday morning limo service and high speed internet access are also complimentary. The Queen Anne's great central location in the premier Pacific Heights district affords a short walk to Cable Cars, Shopping, and over 100 extraordinary restaurants. Spa treatment, workout facilities and convenience store are within one block. Dining, Transportation, & Tours are bookable via our 24 hour concierge. Parking and same day laundry valet are always available. The friendly staff at the Queen Anne Hotel invite you to experience the warm hospitality of the Queen Anne. San Francisco has implemented a "Tourism District Assessment" of 1% which has been added to the total taxes collected for all bookings.

Relaxing and comfortable, private baths, full breakfast and spectcular views

A historic 1892 Victorian right in the middle of the city, Complimentary afternoon wine & cheese.

The Union Street Inn and it's delightful English Garden offer a haven of elegant tranquillity.

Discover the charm and elegance of France in the heart of Downtown San Francisco.

An incomparable way to experience San Francisco's charm and hospitality from the heart of the Castro

Luxury 6500 sq. ft. French chateau built in 2004 on a quarter acre of manicured grounds, with beautiful flower gardens and outdoor BBQ. Reasonable rates!!! Off street parking. Elevator too! Full gourmet breakfast cooked to order from our menu including eggs, pancakes, French toast, waffles, bacon, 5 different breads, fresh orange juice and specialty tea/cocoa bar. With 10 ft ceilings, all 5 spacious bedrooms have King beds with down comforters and pillows, en suite Italian tile bathrooms, fireplaces, balcony or deck, cable TV/DVD w/remote, desk with DSL, phone, CD player, robes, and hair dryer. 3 rooms have garden views. Located near 101 and 280 in a very quiet upscale neighborhood, just minutes to Stanford University, Silicon Valley, and 30 minutes to San Francisco. Enjoy playing the guitar, relax with a book out in our gorgeous garden on the chaise lounges, or watch the big screen TV in the living room in our red leather recliners. Complimentary teas, cocoas, freshly squeezed orange juice, and assorted fruits available anytime self-serve. Consider this your home away from home!

Distinctive accommodations with views of the Pacific Ocean & blocks from ocean and Golden Gate Park.

Having just opened in November 1996, after a complete renovation, the 14 rooms and 2 suites at the hotel are artfully decorated in a style reminiscent of the French Riviera. This European style boutique hotel is steeped in Sausalito history. Described as a bordello, and a place where gangster's and bootleggers called home. Built in a Mission Revival Style, and dating back to 1915, the hotel is located at a prime site in Sausalito facing the Historic Vina Del Mar Park. It is only steps from the San Francisco ferry harbor, and also is within walking distance to the many galleries and boutiques in Sausalito.

The Inn Above Tide is the only hotel in the bay area actually ON the water. All 29 rooms and suites feature panoramic San Francisco Bay and city skyline views and are directly over the water. Most all have furnished private decks over the water, fireplaces and oversized or spa tubs. All rooms include generous amenities, complimentary wi-fi, breakfast, evening wine and cheese and attentive service. Walk to restaurants and shops, bike along the waterfront or take the ferry to the city -just steps from the hotel. Wine country is just 30 minutes away.

Nestled at the foot of Mount Tamalpais in the quaint town of Mill Valley, the Mill Valley Inn offers 22 guest rooms, two creekside cottages, and 1 Executive Suite. The three story European style building features a stucco exterior with wrought iron railings and french doors opening onto flower balconies. Situated alongside a meandering creek and redwood grove the inn's ecologically innovative approach to interior design embraces its natural surroundings.

A cozy country style bed and breakfast in the heart of San Francisco. Only 3-4 streetcar stops from Downtown, Union Square, Moscone Center and cable cars. The four guest rooms are comfortably furnished in country antiques and brass beds. The house is located at the end of a quiet street away from the city noise. It's like being in the country. There is a small patio with trees and birds for the guests to enjoy. A full breakfast is served in the sunny kitchen each morning and complimentary wine is always available for the guests. Country Cottage have a four guestrooms and a two full baths.

The Pacific Victorian Bed and Breakfast is an elegantly decorated Victorian bed and breakfast with beautiful period furnishings, located in Miramar, Half Moon Bay. It is nestled in a coastal setting, two blocks from the beach, with limited views of the Pacific Ocean. Experience a part of the Victorian era in the romantically styled living room with a lovely fireplace and a formal dining room. Each room is beautifully decorated with fanciful Victorian furniture. Each bathroom has a whirlpool, one is a double. There are three private decks. As a guest of the Pacific Victorian Bed and Breakfast you can enjoy whale watching, surfing, dancing, art gallery hopping or just relaxing.

COXHEAD HOUSE IS LOCATE NEAR SFO & MINUTES FROM SAN FRANCISCO, SAN JOSE & 0AKLAND

The Brick Path Bed & Breakfast is located in Berkeley at 1805 Marin Avenue, just one block from popular Solano Avenue’s various shops and restaurants, and approximately 1 1/2 miles from The University of California. We offer four comfortable rooms/suites: The Master Bedroom, The Fireplace Room, The "East-Meets-West" Cottage, and The Artist's Loft. Each has a private outdoor entrance and a private, modern bathroom. The Cottage and The Artist's Loft have fully equipped kitchens. Guests are invited to enjoy the serenity of the yards and gardens, which are great for relaxing and for family gatherings. Laundry facilities are available for guests’ use. Wireless high-speed Internet access, a private telephone with answering machine, cable TV & VCR, hair dryers, and clock radios are available in each room. All room rates include taxes. Innkeeper Wendy Sprague, a lifelong Berkeley resident, is always happy to recommend favorite restaurants and places to visit in the area. See more information at .bbonline/ca/brickpath

Dolores Place is a delightful bed & breakfast, centrally located on a lovely tree-lined street in the heart of San Francisco, close to transportation and all the attractions that make San Francisco so famous. This charming Victorian row house, built in the early 1900's, is nestled at the foot of Twin Peaks in one of San Francisco's quaint and favorite neighborhoods, Noe Valley. A short walk will take you to 24th Street with its many different shops, cafes and varied restaurants. Dolores Place offers a comfortably furnished accommodation that opens out onto it's own lovely, private and sunny deck. The decor is handsome and stylish, a pleasing blend of antiques and contemporary furnishings. Dolores Place features a Queen sized bed, private outside entrance, private bathroom and small kitchenette with bar refrigerator, microwave, sink and coffee maker. It is truly the perfect, reasonably priced city accommodation for those who wish to explore San Francisco.

Set in the heart of Marin County, just 20 min. north of San Francisco and 30 min. south of the Sonoma & Napa wine country, the Gerstle Park Inn is a breathtaking example of comfortable elegance and refinement. The historic San Rafael estate, with 12 guest rooms and cottages, on 2 1/2 acres, provide a beautiful location for those wishing to escape city life and still enjoy access to all the attractions of the Bay Area. The interior is furnished luxuriously with Oriental and Western antiques and art. The rooms are stunning, offering spacious comfort and numerous conveniences and amenities. Each room is ensuite with its own private balcony or patio. A full breakfast, cooked to order, is served in the dinning room or on the verandah. There is evening wine and a variety of snacks are always available. There is nothing like this in Marin county.

Elegant setting in a lovely neighborhood. Restaurants and transportation near by.

Picture yourself on a secluded island, miles away from everything - smelling the ocean air and toasting champagne glasses with that special someone as the sun sets behind the San Francisco skyline. A hidden treasure, East Brother Lighthouse is perched atop an island in San Francisco Bay. Enjoy delicious appetizers, a multi-course gourmet dinner, and breakfast - all included as part of your stay.

Noe's Nest has been serving the community for over twenty years with lodging and a place to gather for numerous events. Some examples of events are listed below. Noe Valley Merchants Association Meetings Hannukah celebrations for the community (officiated by Rabbi Potash) Passover sedars for the community Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Fundraising Servas International Peace Organization meetings Brises Barmitzvah celebrations Sarah Lawrence College orientation luncheons John Kerry campaign fundraiser and other political gatherings for state and local government Rosh Hashannah dinners for the community Bridal and baby showers

The Waters Edge is inspired by Eastern seaboard architecture and the exotic merchant trade of the San Francisco Bay. Skylights, vaulted wood ceilings and a rich collection of art and literature bring worldly elegance and warm simplicity together in one sophisticated environment.

Located in the heart of The Castro District, 2 to 6 minute walk to Market and Castro Streets

Serving guests in a quiet elegant setting in the Upper Rockridge District of Oakland.

Hillside House is within walking distance to the shops and restaurants of the village of San Anselmo.PLEASE NOTE: The host runs a referral and reservation service for all of Marin county..Tiburon, Mill Valley etc. so please click thru to the website for photos. At Hillside House there is off street parking and a totally separate entrance to the guest quarters. Breakfast is self-catered because there is a full private kitchen. The guest quarters at Hillside house has wood floors, a garden view, french paned windows,a private bath with shower and loads of "old marin" charm. It has always been non smoking. Long stays are welcomed. Double and twin beds in separate areas plus futons avail. Private secluded deck with view of fruit trees and roses. Children welcome. The owners do not have pets but a dog may occasionally visit! Call and I'll tell you more. Check out the web site too.

BELVEDERE HOUSE is centrally and conveniently located right above the famous Castro district – and just a short distance from Golden Gate Park, the historic Haight-Ashbury, and the UCSF medical campus. There are a number of busses and streetcars around the corner, easily connecting you to anywhere you’d like to go in San Francisco. And you will find a parking spot on the streets of our tree-lined, residential neighborhood. Truly San Francisco Rule Number One – there are no rules. For starters, we don't tell you when to have breakfast. Instead, you will find a delicious buffet ready for you every morning till noon – from fresh fruit to our own espresso machine. All our rooms offer cable TV, stereo TV-DVD-CD combos, their own telephone/modem line, writing desks, steam irons with ironing boards, personal lock boxes, and refrigerators with complimentary refreshments. We also provide free wireless high-speed internet access throughout the entire house and a laptop for guest use is available free of charge.

Between the Silicon Valley and Santa Cruz Wine country, a great place for business or pleasure trips

Romantic creekside Inn one hour from San Francisco in old farmhouse near shops, beaches and redwoods

Beautifully appointed brown shingle craftsman style bungalow located in the heart of Marin County, California within easy walking distance to downtown restaurants and antique shopping. Private studio accommodation with use of garden and hot tub. Queen size bed, private bath, semi-kitchenette (microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker), WiFi, cable-TV and telephone in room.

Red Vic world-famous B&B with 18 themed guest rooms in the heart of San Francisco Haight/Ashbury

Private 800 sqft homey unit near Beach, Golden Gate Park and historical Cliff House. Host on site.

A clean, welcoming 1907 Craftsman-style Home-stay B & B conveniently near Piedmont and Berkeley

Sweeping SF Bay View from every room in this classic brown shingle home; the Bay Bridge, San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Three rooms with private baths. Located in an historic district of Berkeley with many homes designed by the famous architect, Bernard Maybeck. A TEN minute walk downhill to the University of California Berkeley campus. On-street parking always available. AND frequently the most interesting conversations take place at the breakfast table among the guests who are doing research at the University or visiting family from all parts of the U.S. and foreign countries. Details given on web page BrownShingle