W San Francisco, Contemporary hotel in SoMa district, San Francisco, United States
W San Francisco is a hotel in the SoMa district standing 31 stories tall with a facade of metal and glass. The building shapes the skyline through its contemporary design and sleek vertical form.
The hotel opened in 1999 during a major expansion period for the city. It arrived as San Francisco was transforming into a global hub for technology and services.
The place reflects the San Francisco Bay Area's blend of technology and design thinking visible in every corner. Contemporary California aesthetics permeate the public spaces, showing how the city sees itself as forward-looking.
The hotel sits directly beside Moscone Convention Center and offers walking access to multiple public transit stops. The location makes it easy for visitors to reach other parts of the city.
Each floor has angled windows that offer different views of the skyline as you move through the building. Higher levels reveal both the Financial District towers and the bay beyond.
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