Enjoy San Francisco views from your room at the Four Seasons

The holiday season can get out of control, and before you know it, you’re rushing everywhere. Why not slow down and enjoy a retreat in San Francisco this winter at the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco.

The luxury hotel is right on Market Street, in the heart of San Francisco’s downtown shopping district—Union Square. The hotel’s 277 guest rooms include 46 luxury suites, and all are roomy. My room, a Deluxe King, had a long window seat where I could perch and watch all the Market Street action while I had slippers on.

Sure, those cozy slippers (and robes) are in all the rooms, but so are a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, CD player and an iHome alarm clock. The spacious marble bathrooms have a large vanity, deep bathtub (where you can relax after the shopping) and separate glass-enclosed shower. Rates start at $395 for a standard room, and $495 for the room I had.

When you’re not lounging in your room, head to Seasons Bar and Lounge for small-plate selections (or the burger lounge, offered on Sunday and Monday), cocktails (including specialty martinis) and live music. If you’re looking for something a little more leisurely, take your meals in Seasons restaurant. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the restaurant focuses on California-style cuisine.

Treat your taste buds at Seasons restaurant

And even if you’ve spent all day shopping, you can still people watch from the bar, restaurant, or your room—if you’ve gotten one on the Market Street side.

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco, 415-633-3000
757 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Photos courtesy of the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

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Help others while you relax at the Four Seasons San Francisco

While you’re treating yourself on your San Francisco vacation this summer, take the opportunity to give back as well with the Bed and Breakfast package at the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco.

The package includes accommodation and full American breakfast for two daily in Seasons restaurant or through in-room dining (up to an $87 value per room; alcohol and gratuity not included). Additionally, you’ll get all the necessities to assemble care packages for women and children seeking refuge at the St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco’s Riley Center, a non-profit community organization dedicated to providing safe and confidential services for women in abusive relationships.

Items for the children’s bags include clothing, books, school supplies, educational toys, coloring books, toothbrushes, toothpaste and stickers. Women’s bags include books, toiletries, slippers and more. For a personal touch, each guest may include an inspirational note or personalized bookmark. Assemble the bags in the comfort of your room, and the hotel will deliver them to the Riley Center.

The Bed and Breakfast package is available through September 5, making it a great summer getaway opportunity with a nice touch of voluntourism. To reserve, call the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at 800-332-3442, or visit www.fourseasons.com/sanfrancisco. Room rates start at $415 and vary, depending on type of room preferred.

Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco, 415-633-3000
757 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103

Photo courtesy of the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco

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