Fodor's Expert Review Stanford Court San Francisco

Railroad baron Leland Stanford's mansion once stood at the top-tier location where the Stanford Court is today, and the warm tones and handsome leather chairs are reminiscent of a grander time. Reopened in 2022 after nearly two years of renovation, the hotel marries classic style with modern accessories and attention to technological detail, from the strength of the Wi-Fi signal to the laptops, iPads, and Bluetooth speakers available on loan. Interior rooms are smaller and quieter, while larger exterior rooms provide splendid views but come with a bit of cable-car din (earplugs available). The lobby and hallways display a striking collection of local art, including the beloved sculpture of penguins by Beniamino "Benny" Bufano outside the lobby entrance. Blackout shades, a modern fitness center with Pelotons, day use of regular and e-bikes, and the Mixing Room bar and lounge are among the amenities.