San Francisco Holidays

If heart throbs were hotels, Fairmont San Francisco would be one of them. With regal looks, historic spirit and unrivalled Bay and city views, this is the go-to for a sophisticated stay.

An ode to both the Gold Rush era and its waterfront location, The Argonaut crushes on-trend nautical elegance without sacrificing history and is our default choice for San Fran.

Mix up your sightseeing with some downtown downtime at The Handlery. This smart city choice sits in prime position for Union Square and has a hacienda style courtyard with an outdoor heated pool.

Devilishly stylish Hotel Emblem is a wild-child mix of luxe cocktails and Beat Generation literature.

You might just mistake Hotel Triton for the home of a globetrotting art collector friend.

The Hyatt Regency sits right on the waterfront and is just steps from the Ferry Building where you’ll find the best cheese, coffee and chocolate in San Francisco.

If you’re allergic to the stuffy and the formal then you’re on the same wavelength as creative crash pad Staypineapple. Here, it’s all about complimentary sweet treats and interiors that flirt with a playful sunshine palette.

Inspired by the Italian flavours of its nearby North Beach neighbourhood, Hotel Zoe is all Tiffany blue cruiser bikes and trendy trattoria with a memorable fire pit courtyard garden.

Creativity collides with cool city vibes at Hotel Zephyr. Expect playful experiences and phenomenal Bay views against a backdrop of raw shipping container design.

Matching Sausalito’s slow mo seaside scene, Casa Madrona is all siesta-ready rooms and bobbing-boat views.

Crushing it in the classic hotel/trendy location stakes, The Westin St. Francis sits right on Union Square’s fashion-forward open air plaza.

With an enviable central address just a stroll from Chinatown and Union Square, It’s nicely topped up with enough comforts to make it a great ‘city explorer’ choice.

You’ll start in San Francisco and then hit the open road where the driving is part of this all-American experience. Weave through the wine country and check off Yosemite before the coast calls. Mooch around Monterey and get all the Cali-Med vibes in Santa Barbara before La La Land steps forward for the grand finale.

Drive south from San Francisco to Los Angeles on a coast-hugging trip that scores all the big sights. Take your time on the Slow Coast, then pause for a few nights in Monterey. Feel the sunshine on your face and the wind in your hair as you head south via the incredible Big Sur to stay in Santa Barbara before the final leg of your road trip brings you to the incomparable Los Angeles.

You’ll start on San Francisco’s steep streets, end in Las Vegas’ neon lit glow and in between lace up your boots and face the natural elements in some of the USA’s most jaw dropping National Parks. You'll be fronting Yosemite’s waterfalls, wildlife and granite peaks, embracing the silent wilderness of Sequoia and trekking across Death Valley’s dramatic desert layers. This is a real ‘hit the open road trip’ designed to give you enough time to soak up two laidback southern California cities, stopping in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles along the way.

From tots to teens, California has something for every kid. There are theme parks like Universal Studios and Disneyland and world-class attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium to dazzle and entertain in equal measure, and the chance to head out on Pacific waves for whale watching, paddleboarding and kayaking. Brilliant museums, including San Francisco’s Exploratorium and California Academy of Sciences, are impressive and unmissable, but this trip also allows plenty of downtime on gorgeous beaches. Plus, with family-friendly hotels from start to finish (often with fantastic swimming pools, nightly s’mores toasting, and as much pizza as they can handle), this truly is a family trip of a lifetime.

You’ll start on the sidewalks of San Francisco, drive across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sonoma’s fields of green and sip your way around Napa’s world-class wineries. And it doesn’t end there. Carmel’s tasting rooms delight with Cabernet Sauvignons and in the cool cradles of Santa Barbara’s valleys, buttery Chardonnays are the stars. Drive the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, landing on golden sands and dining in farm-to-fork restaurants before winding up in starry LA.

This trip hits the famous Pacific Coast Highway but nips inland to visit Californian jewels like Napa, Yosemite, and Palm Springs. You’ll experience the best that the state has to offer, from its contrasting cities, ginormous national parks, world-class wine regions, and beautiful stretches of coastline. As you drive from north to south, the weather gets warmer and sunnier, and when you eventually reach San Diego, a thousand miles on the clock, it’s the perfect moment for a classic beach break.

This trip links some of the USA’s best West Coast cities on a road trip along the famous Pacific Coast Highway before heading inland and finishing with the high rollers in Las Vegas. It’s a trip of contrasts, where you’ll compare the creative energy of San Francisco with the glamour of LA and get to see why Monterey and Santa Barbara are such coveted spots in California. A desert drive to Las Vegas provides the ultimate finale to an unforgettable adventure.

Start with San Francisco’s creativity and big sights, then take in Las Vegas’ bright lights and fun-filled casinos before experiencing LA’s glamorous and sun-kissed lifestyle. Sightseeing, nightlife, theme parks, endless entertainment beckons...

Start your trip in style with a few nights in the incredible, one-of-a-kind Las Vegas. It’s the perfect city to get you into holiday mode before flying to Hawaii. These idyllic islands are ideal for a relaxing, post-Vegas break, but there are plenty of entertainment options if you want more nightlife. Then, you’ll hop to Maui to unwind on palm-fringed crescent beaches. Your route home takes you via San Francisco to finish your trip, exploring a magnificent city with iconic sights like the Golden Gate Bridge to feast your eyes on.

The City by the Bay is the classic stopover on the way to Hawaii. This trip combines three exceptionally exciting destinations: San Francisco, with its Golden Gate and maritime traditions; Waikiki, with its nightlife and surf stories; and Maui, with its beach bliss and relaxation. On your way back to the UK, you’ll have a quick airport layover to break up your long-haul flight home.

Two incredible Californian cities. One wow worthy trip. San Francisco delights with iconic landmarks, artistic soul and Victorian houses on the hills. Witness that famous fog, hop on vintage trams, grab snapshots on the Golden Gate Bridge and soak up seafaring style. Then onto Los Angeles to embrace the Hollywood high life as much as the beaches, shops and restaurants that make this city a celebrity favourite.

Contemporary Chicago sits at the western shores of Lake Michigan and its gleaming skyscrapers offer a marked contrast to San Francisco's famed Victorian architecture, while each city has its own iconic sports venues, waters-based activities, mouthwatering dishes and cool neighbourhoods.