InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco
San Francisco, California
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco
One Nob Hill, San Francisco, California 94108 Original Property Opened in 1926 Historic Hotels of America member since 2011- 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Magnificent Art Collections
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InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco opened to great fanfare in 1926. Its ownership had built the hotel upon the site of the former mansion of Mark Hopkins, one of San Francisco’s “Big Four” who founded what became the Southern Pacific Railroad. Originally built in 1878, the estate was later destroyed by the Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906 and rebuilt by the San Francisco Art Institute. In 1925, mining engineer George D. Smith bought the location and built a luxury hotel, which he opened on December 4, 1926. Upon completion, San Franciscans declared it to be “architecturally perfect.” The Mark Hopkins became an immediate part of San Francisco’s rich and colorful history, hosting the likes of American presidents, international heads of state, and even royalty.
Discover
- Discover the Renaissance Revival-style architecture of the InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco. Origianlly built by George D. Smith over the course of 1925 and 1926, the hotel actually resides upon the site of the former mansion of Mark Hopkin, one of San Francisco's "Big Four."
- Admire the historic accommodations that reside within this fantastic historic hotel. InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco has hosted American presidents, international heads of state, and even royalty. The hotel also played a crucial role in entertaining the delegates who would eventaully found the United Nations in 1945.
- Marvel at beautiful artwork on display at this iconic historic hotel. Of all the InterContinental Mark Hopkins’ artistic and architectural treasures, some of the finest are the nine murals depicting early California in the Room of the Dons. These seven-foot-high panels were painted by two of California's most famous Western artists, Maynard Dixon and Frank Van Sloun, whose works may be seen in museums and discerning private collections across the country.
Explore
- Stroll through the grand Nob Hill residences along California Street, which were once home to the mansions of the Big Four railroad tycoons.
- Explore Huntington Park, which is set in the footprint of the original mansion of Central Pacific Railroad baron Collis P. Huntington. The 1906 earthquake destroyed the mansion, and Mr. Huntington’s widow donated the grounds to the city to establish a park in 1915.
- Visit Grace Cathedral, which sits on the grounds of the mansion of railroad baron and banker William Henry Crocker. He subsequently donated the land after the 1906 earthquake, as well.
Experience
- Experience an iconic cable car and see all that San Francisco has to offer. Take the Powell-Hyde Street cable car line to Ghirardelli Square and step off at the famously crooked Lombard Street.
- Head to Fisherman’s Wharf, an operating fish pier that is one of the most popular tourist destinations in San Francisco. Be sure to experience a cruise around San Francisco Bay from the wharf.
- Experience a concert at the Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall, which is home to the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra.
Taste
- Taste a martini or two from the famous 100 Martinis menu at the Top of the Mark sky lounge. Located on the 19th floor of the InterContinental Mark Hopkins, this converted penthouse apartment was established in 1939.
- Pop over to The Buena Vista for a world-famous Irish Coffee. Up to 2,000 Irish Coffees have been served every day since 1952.
- Head to the buzzy neighborhood of North Beach for the best Italian restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, and bars. Truly few places in the city are better for a culinary adventure in San Francisco than this spectacular neighborhood.
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