Located across the street from San Francisco’s Embarcadero waterfront and at the base of the Financial District, the Hyatt Regency is a behemoth of cascading concrete that looks not unlike a Mayan temple, minus the center atrium. Rooms, which are a step above standard convention hotel style, boast views onto downtown or the bay and many have small patios for perching and watching the local scene. Perks include easy access to famous San Francisco attractions, such as the Ferry Building and Union Square, and, if you stay on the concierge level or pay extra, access to their rooftop club level, complete with spectacular views and light nibbles and drinks offered throughout the day.
