Pardon Our Dust: 7 San Francisco Boutique Hotels Undergo Significant Renovations
Renovations are breathing new life into San Francisco's older boutique hotels. The new designs incorporate modern design and high-end finishes and expand services such as a larger fitness center, more lobby seating, and technology such as keyless entry and high-speed internet. Many of these new features will make these boutique hotels more competitive against Airbnb accommodations.
Check out some of the most recently completed renovations and ones underway.
Hotel Zoe
Location: Fisherman's Wharf
Designer/Architect: Paletteur
Completion: Summer 2017
The 221-room hotel's new design was inspired by Mediterranean yachts and exotic ports. Guest rooms include yacht-style finishing. The renovation also includes a new design for the lobby and the full-service bar. The…
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