1. CHAMBERS eat + drink
7.7
601 Eddy St (btwn Polk & Larkin St), San Francisco, CA
Hotel Bar · Tenderloin · 115 tips and reviews
SFist: Like a good power ballad, the cocktails on the menu are more complex than their simple names let on, but the bar really shines on a nice evening when the two bars spill out onto the poolside patio. Read more.
Dan Milano: The somehow-chic motel pool area was so unexpected for an out-of-towner warned of tenderloin's dangers. An oasis in every way. Felt a little like Miami
SFist: The cozy, den-like interior of this Tenderloin spot at the always hip Phoenix Hotel has one of the best, most L.A.-like outdoor spaces in the city, surrounding an actual swimming pool. Read more.
2. Palace Hotel
8.5
2 New Montgomery St (at Market St), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · SoMa · 158 tips and reviews
Summer McCormick: Stayed here every year for the last 16+ years for the debutante ball. Beautiful hotel, very nice staff, garden court brunch is amazing but make reservations early. Indoor pool gym and spa great!
Michael Schneider: Don't leave without swimming in the indoor pool and jacuzzi
Clinton Winder: Indoor pool!
Bennett W Wong: A basketball court, playground and swimming pool housed in one recreational facility
Chloé Lauer: Love the north beach pool! Beautiful, quite new, and amazing views. Sharing a lane isn't bad and sometimes you get the whole pool to yourself. Sauna is fabulous for after your swim.
Sarah Strehler: Super great for kids and families, especially since the renovations. Maybe better for older kids since there is nowhere to lay down a blanket to put our baby on.
5. Hotel Nikko San Francisco
7.7
222 Mason St (at O'Farrell St), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 116 tips and reviews
Mitch Gaynycdad: Union Square hotel with an indoor pool at a great price. Best value I have found in San Francisco, and I researched for a month!
May Luk Ceramics: Hotel pool is sufficient for an after work out dip, but not deep enough for lap swim. The restaurant anzu is very nice with sensible portions.
Keith Swiderski: There is a little place outside, through the pool area, with four lounge chairs and a great tanning location in late afternoons.
6. Nob Hill Spa
8.0
1075 California St (at Taylor St), San Francisco, CA
Spa · Nob Hill · 16 tips and reviews
Sarah Trott: Buy a day pass during the week and simply enjoy the spa itself (no services necessary). Go with a friend and enjoy wine and lunch poolside
Toby C.: pool, spa, sauna, stream room, zen room.. and of course massages..
SFist: O-p-u-l-e-n-c-e...opulence. You. Own. Everything. Everything is yours. The joint comes replete with all the amenities one would expect from a spa, and boasts one of the best views in the entire city Read more.
7. Phoenix Hotel
7.5
601 Eddy St (at Larkin St.), San Francisco, CA
Hotel · Tenderloin · 25 tips and reviews
Chris Cummings: Cool place, awesome staff, heated outdoor pool, solid internet connection, kind of a sketchy neighborhood.
George Durden: Love the Phoenix! Cool vibe, great pool, eclectic guests (all cool). Makes for a great time.
Gilt City: Before the SVEDKA Fairy Princess Party on June 2, head to a mixology class with master bartender Nick Varacalli. He'll show you his spin on two classic cocktails—the Cosmopolitan and the Manhattan.
9. Remède Spa
7.2
125 3rd St (at Minna St), San Francisco, CA
Spa · SoMa · 10 tips and reviews
Adra: One of the best massages of my life, and a visit includes the ability to use all the amenities, including the indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. An amazing way to spend an afternoon!
Meg Coulter: Giovan is the best ever
SFist: Champagne. Handmade truffles. You'll need those while you wait for a spa therapist or beauty treatment at the Laboratoire. Glamorous views will leave you glowing — if you decide to leave at all.
Otel.com: The spa here is excellent; it features facials, massages, steam room, lap pool and fitness counseling.
Christopher Westcott: Definitely checkout the rooftop bar. It's amazing. The windows are out of this world, offering a spectacular view of the city. Don't miss it.
Hugo Morin: Go to the 39th floor, have a drink at the bar and enjoy one of the best views of San Francisco
Travel Channel: A genuine Tiki room/Polynesian restaurant at the Fairmont Hotel. Has a swimming pool turned bar & a rain/thunder show! Seen on Travel Channel’s The Layover with Anthony Bourdain.
erinsauce: Just outside the bar there are photos of the Tonga Room space before it was a tiki bar (and the lagoon was a plain old swimming pool).
Elliot Wehner: Awesome tiki drinks in a crazy setting. All the drinks are good - try many. Authentic spot from the tiki craze. The band on the boat in the "lagoon" combined with the rain and thunder is great
12. Golden Gate Tap Room
7.1
449 Powell St (at Sutter St), San Francisco, CA
Beer Bar · Downtown San Francisco-Union Square · 99 tips and reviews
Joey Combs: Great selection of beers and a big pool table. Great place to bring a big group of friends and throw back a few cold ones before heading out.
Yvonne Kwan: HUGE selection of beers for every palate. They also have fun arcade games to entertain you!
Shikha Kaiwar: So many games to play, from fooseball, skeeball, and more. Big beer selection. $6 gets you a spin on the drink roulette wheel. Currently only open till midnight, though.
Sanaz Limouee: Great location, friendly staff, comfy beds + linens, quick valet service + two public outdoor spaces on the 4th + 6th floors.
Andreas Ehn: Order a beer and ask for a free Wi-Fi password in the bar to avoid paying $14.95 a day -- and to get a beer. The code will work in your room too.
Yoojin Lee: No free Wifi!!!! That's really bad~~~~>0<