Located slightly off the beaten path, the Hotel Carlton is nonetheless a downtown San Francisco hotel deal worth checking out—and in. Built in 1927, this nine-story structure has all the ambience and charm of a New York City brownstone. Both family-friendly and pet friendly, the hotel is a boutique property and part of the Joie de Vivre classification.

Perfect for a family vacation or a romantic getaway for couples, this property is located close to several theatres of the performing arts. The hotel is tastefully decorated, as the lobby includes travel icons from around the world with all kinds of cultural influences from sculpture to photography. It’s a perfect backdrop for the nightly Manager’s Reception, featuring a free glass of wine to get your evening started off right.

Recent traveler reviews and other commenters have noted that the staff at the Hotel Carlton not only offers superior service, they offer some pretty superior humor along the way as well. Dine at the onsite Shah Restaurant and experience food from around the world—even from the most eclectic places.

The contemporary rooms all include quite stunning views of the entire San Francisco city skyline through windows that open to the outside air. Ceiling fans are standard in each room, as are the walk-in closets for those who tend to over-pack.

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The Hotel Carlton is unique in that the views from all of the guest rooms offer an unobstructed and panoramic view of the city from all floors—which is quite rare for a downtown property. One can literally gaze out the window and plan a route to visit any of the iconic San Francisco landmark attractions. If you’re looking for an offbeat and eclectic property with a great view, check into the Hotel Carlton by booking your trip today.