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InterContinental San Francisco

an IHG Hotel

888 Howard Street
Rated 8.5 in 1325 reviews

InterContinental San Francisco is a prominently situated hotel in the vibrant SOMA district of San Francisco, United States. Known for its sleek modern design, the hotel stands tall with its glass facade offering panoramic views of the city skyline. Its location provides convenient access to popular destinations such as the Moscone Convention Center, Union Square, and various museums, making it a favorite among business travelers and tourists alike.

Upon entering the hotel, guests are welcomed into a sophisticated atmosphere, with contemporary decor that reflects the city's dynamic spirit. The guest rooms at InterContinental San Francisco are designed with comfort and functionality in mind, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that bathe the space in natural light, high-quality furnishings, and upscale amenities to ensure a relaxing stay.

Culinary experiences at the hotel are both diverse and delightful. The on-site restaurant, Luce, is renowned for its innovative menu that combines local ingredients with global flavors, earning it prestigious accolades over the years. Additionally, the Bar 888 offers an extensive list of cocktails, wines, and spirits in a chic setting, perfect for unwinding after a busy day of exploration or meetings.

Guests seeking wellness and relaxation will find a well-equipped fitness center and an indoor lap pool to accommodate their workout routines. For those hosting events, InterContinental San Francisco provides a range of meeting and banquet facilities, complete with cutting-edge technology and a dedicated events team to ensure a seamless experience. Overall, the hotel serves as an ideal base for both short visits and extended stays in the heart of San Francisco.

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Climate and Weather

January
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 20
Rain free days
February
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March
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 21
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April
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May
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 28
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
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490m / 0.31mi
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Gallery
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Gallery
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400m / 440yd
Cable Car Museum
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1.5km / 0.95mi
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
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1km / 0.61mi
Yerba Buena Gardens
Yerba Buena Gardens
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280m / 300yd
Toni Rembe Theater
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0.7km / 0.44mi
San Francisco Ferry Building
San Francisco Ferry Building
Ferry terminal in San Francisco, California
1.7km / 1.1mi
Transamerica Pyramid
Transamerica Pyramid
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1.4km / 0.89mi
San Francisco Railway Museum
San Francisco Railway Museum
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1.6km / 1mi
Museum of the African Diaspora
Museum of the African Diaspora
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0.6km / 0.35mi
California Historical Society Museum & Bookstore
California Historical Society Museum & Bookstore
U.S. state of California's state historical society
0.6km / 0.37mi
Contemporary Jewish Museum
Contemporary Jewish Museum
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400m / 440yd
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption
Church in San Francisco, California, United States
1.8km / 1.1mi
Mohandas K. Gandhi
Mohandas K. Gandhi
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1.8km / 1.1mi
South Park
South Park
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0.9km / 0.54mi
Grace Cathedral
Grace Cathedral
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1.3km / 0.82mi
Children's Creativity Museum
Children's Creativity Museum
Museum in San Francisco, CA
250m / 270yd
City Lights Booksellers
City Lights Booksellers
Bookstore and publisher in San Francisco
1.7km / 1.1mi
Civic Center Plaza
Civic Center Plaza
Park in San Francisco, California, USA
1.1km / 0.7mi
Embarcadero Plaza
Park in San Francisco, California
1.6km / 1mi
Mechanics Monument
Mechanics Monument
Sculpture in San Francisco, dedicated in 1901
1.1km / 0.7mi
Admission Day Monument
Admission Day Monument
Sculpture in San Francisco, commemorating California becoming part of the US in 1850
0.8km / 0.51mi
Lotta's Fountain
Lotta's Fountain
Historical fountain in San Francisco
0.7km / 0.41mi
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
Church building in San Francisco, United States of America
380m / 410yd
Huntington Park
Huntington Park
Park in San Francisco County, California, United States of America
1.3km / 0.78mi
Pier 24
Nonprofit art museum in San Francisco, US
1.7km / 1mi
Aurora
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1.6km / 1mi
Old San Francisco Mint
Old San Francisco Mint
Historic building in San Francisco
210m / 230yd
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Statue in San Francisco, California
1.3km / 0.8mi
Willie McCovey
Statue of Willie McCovey in San Francisco, California, U.S.
1.5km / 0.96mi
Pioneer Monument
Pioneer Monument
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1km / 0.64mi
Ashurbanipal
Ashurbanipal
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1km / 0.65mi
Old Saint Mary's Cathedral
Old Saint Mary's Cathedral
Historic roman-catholic church in California, United States
1.2km / 0.73mi
Kong Chow Temple
Kong Chow Temple
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1.3km / 0.83mi
Notre Dame Des Victoires Church
Notre Dame Des Victoires Church
Church building in San Francisco, United States of America
1km / 0.6mi
Cupid's Span
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1.6km / 1mi
Dragon's Gate
Dragon's Gate
Ceremonial gateway to San Francisco's Chinatown
1km / 0.6mi
Dewey Monument
Dewey Monument
Monument in Union Square, San Francisco, California, U.S.
0.7km / 0.44mi
United Nations Plaza
United Nations Plaza
Plaza in San Francisco's Civic Center
0.7km / 0.46mi
US Court of Appeals 9 Circuit
US Court of Appeals 9 Circuit
Courthouse in San Francisco, California, United States
0.6km / 0.35mi
"Comfort Women" Column of Strength
"Comfort Women" Column of Strength
Sculpture dedicated to comfort women
1.1km / 0.67mi
Pacific Union Club
Pacific Union Club
Historic house in California, United States
1.3km / 0.78mi
Saint Mary's Square
Park in the United States of America
1.1km / 0.66mi
The Beat Museum
The Beat Museum
Literary museum in San Francisco, California
1.8km / 1.1mi
International Art Museum of America
International Art Museum of America
Museum in San Francisco, California
0.6km / 0.35mi

What to do in San Francisco and near InterContinental San Francisco

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Modern art museum in San Francisco, California, USA
490m / 0.31mi
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Gallery
Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Gallery
Contemporary arts center in San Francisco, California
400m / 440yd
Cable Car Museum
Cable Car Museum
Museum in San Francisco
1.5km / 0.95mi
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco
Museum in San Francisco, California
1km / 0.61mi
Yerba Buena Gardens
Yerba Buena Gardens
Public park in San Francisco
280m / 300yd
Toni Rembe Theater
Theater in San Francisco, California, United States
0.7km / 0.44mi
San Francisco Ferry Building
San Francisco Ferry Building
Ferry terminal in San Francisco, California
1.7km / 1.1mi
Transamerica Pyramid
Transamerica Pyramid
Distinctive tower in San Francisco, California, USA
1.4km / 0.89mi
San Francisco Railway Museum
San Francisco Railway Museum
Railway museum in California, USA
1.6km / 1mi
Museum of the African Diaspora
Museum of the African Diaspora
Museum in San Francisco, California
0.6km / 0.35mi
California Historical Society Museum & Bookstore
California Historical Society Museum & Bookstore
U.S. state of California's state historical society
0.6km / 0.37mi
Contemporary Jewish Museum
Contemporary Jewish Museum
Museum in San Francisco, California
400m / 440yd
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption
Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption
Church in San Francisco, California, United States
1.8km / 1.1mi
Mohandas K. Gandhi
Mohandas K. Gandhi
Bronze sculpture at San Francisco
1.8km / 1.1mi
South Park
South Park
Park and neighborhood in San Francisco, California
0.9km / 0.54mi
Grace Cathedral
Grace Cathedral
Neo-Gothic cathedral in San Francisco
1.3km / 0.82mi
Children's Creativity Museum
Children's Creativity Museum
Museum in San Francisco, CA
250m / 270yd
City Lights Booksellers
City Lights Booksellers
Bookstore and publisher in San Francisco
1.7km / 1.1mi
Civic Center Plaza
Civic Center Plaza
Park in San Francisco, California, USA
1.1km / 0.7mi
Embarcadero Plaza
Park in San Francisco, California
1.6km / 1mi
Mechanics Monument
Mechanics Monument
Sculpture in San Francisco, dedicated in 1901
1.1km / 0.7mi
Admission Day Monument
Admission Day Monument
Sculpture in San Francisco, commemorating California becoming part of the US in 1850
0.8km / 0.51mi
Lotta's Fountain
Lotta's Fountain
Historical fountain in San Francisco
0.7km / 0.41mi
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
Saint Patrick Catholic Church
Church building in San Francisco, United States of America
380m / 410yd
Huntington Park
Huntington Park
Park in San Francisco County, California, United States of America
1.3km / 0.78mi
Pier 24
Nonprofit art museum in San Francisco, US
1.7km / 1mi
Aurora
Fountain and sculpture by Ruth Asawa in in San Francisco, California, U.S.
1.6km / 1mi
Old San Francisco Mint
Old San Francisco Mint
Historic building in San Francisco
210m / 230yd
Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Statue in San Francisco, California
1.3km / 0.8mi
Willie McCovey
Statue of Willie McCovey in San Francisco, California, U.S.
1.5km / 0.96mi

About San Francisco

San Francisco offers a variety of attractions and activities that cater to different interests. Exploring Golden Gate Park is a peaceful way to enjoy nature, with its gardens, museums, and recreational areas. The Golden Gate Bridge is an iconic landmark that provides stunning views and walking paths, making it a favorite for both visitors and locals.

The Fisherman’s Wharf area is known for its waterfront dining, shops, and entertainment options. Here, you can observe sea lions at Pier 39 and taste fresh seafood. For those interested in history, a visit to Alcatraz Island offers insight into its notorious prison and the stories of its inmates.

Art enthusiasts will appreciate the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, which houses an extensive collection of contemporary art. Nearby, the Mission District showcases vibrant street art and a diverse array of restaurants, particularly known for its excellent Mexican cuisine.

Another notable spot is Chinatown, one of the oldest and largest in North America, where you can explore shops, markets, and authentic dining experiences. For a different perspective of the city, riding a cable car provides a unique way to navigate San Francisco’s steep hills.

Finally, taking a walk along the Embarcadero offers scenic views of the Bay Bridge and access to attractions like the Exploratorium, a museum dedicated to science and art. Each of these experiences contributes to the unique character of San Francisco.




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