Fodor's Expert Review San Francisco Marriott Marquis

The distinctive design of the 40-story Marriott has been compared to a parking meter and a jukebox, but the guest rooms, decorated in tasteful neutrals, satisfy the business set with ergonomic chairs, wide desks, and a host of technological amenities. The centerpiece of the lobby area is a five-story, glass-top atrium enclosing a dining court; it serves as an event space or a place for convention-goers to work. Techies gather in the lobby's bar, restaurants, and strategically placed seating areas. The top-floor View lounge has huge, fan-shaped windows revealing stunning city vistas.