Hotel Vitale-a Luxury Joie de Vivre Hotel

8 Mission St SAN FRANCISCO 94105

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Number of floors:8 Number of rooms:199

Location. Opened in 2005, the Hotel Vitale - a Luxury Joie de Vivre is a premier bay-front property located across the street from the revitalized Embarcadero waterfront in San Francisco, Calif. The Embarcadero Shopping Center is located one block away.
Hotel Features. This property was highlighted on the 2007 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List and on the 2007 Travel + Leisure 500 list. The modernist lobby features pine paneling, limestone columns and a still-life painted reception desk. Americano Restaurant features a circular bar and an outdoor patio that are popular with after-work locals. Chef Paul Arenstam oversees an Italian and California-influenced menu with featured temptations such as shaved squash pizzetas and steak stuffed with trumpet mushrooms. The hotel offers 1,700 square feet of function space. Hotel-wide wireless Internet access is complimentary. A business center houses four computer stations. The 24-hour complimentary fitness center offers cardiovascular and strength-training equipment while a penthouse studio offers daily complimentary yoga classes. Spa Vitale offers treatments such as the lavender, organic sugar San Francisco Treat massage, and essential oil aromatherapies.

Guestrooms. Lavender-scented hallways lead to 199 guestrooms located on eight floors. Beds feature pillow-top mattresses draped with 440-thread-count linens and down comforters. Décor includes soft mint-blue and pale-green fabrics, and original works of art. Room highlights include lounging divans and expansive city- and bay-view picture windows. Technological advancements feature wall-mounted LCD flat-screen televisions, CD players and IPOD/MP3 docking stations. Guestroom amenities include complimentary laptop- compatible safes and minibars. DVD players and coffee/tea makers are available on request. Wired high-speed and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Bathrooms feature makeup mirrors and designer bath products by Fresh.

Expert Tip. Two private rooftop soaking tubs are shielded by tall, leafy bamboo plants. Spa attendants draw guests' baths, adding natural herbs that further enhance this serene experience. Clothing is optional.

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Area Attractions

Ferry Building: Across the street The Embarcadero: Across the Street
Embarcadero Shopping Center: 1 block
Financial District: 1 block
Embarcadero BART Station: 2 blocks
Chinatown: 0.5 mile
North Beach: 1.0 mile
Coit Tower: 1.0 mile
AT&T Park: (Giants) 1.0 mile
Moscone Convention Center: 1.0 mile
Yerba Buena Gardens: 1.0 mile
Union Square: 1.0 mile
Civic Center: 1.5 miles
Opera House: 1.5 miles
Pier 39: 1.5 miles
Fisherman's Wharf: 1.5 miles
Union Street Shops (Cow Hollow): 2.0 miles
Haight Ashbury: 3.5 miles
Exploratorium Science Center: 3.5 miles
Golden Gate Park: 4.0 miles
Presidio Golf Course: 4.0 miles
Golden Gate Bridge: 5.0 miles
Ocean Beaches: 7.0 miles

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Location Description

DOWNTOWN / BAYSIDE

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Driving Directions

From San Francisco International Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 23 miles.

Merge onto US-101 N toward San Francisco.
Merge onto I-280 toward Port of San Francisco.
Take the exit on the left.
Merge onto King Street.
King Street becomes the Embarcadero.
Turn left onto Mission Street.

From Metropolitan Oakland International Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 21 miles.

Proceed southwest on Airport Drive toward Alan Shepard Way.
Turn right onto Alan Shepart Way.
Tur right onto John Glenn Drive. Continue to the Airport Access Road.
Turn right onto Hegenberger Road.
Merge onto I-880 N toward Downtown Oakland. Take the Fremont Street exit.
Take the Fremont Street ramp.
Turn right onto Mission Street.

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Hotel Policy

You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book.
Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed
for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access
and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled
directly between you and the property.

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Room Information

Name: Deluxe City View - King Description: One king bed. Pillowtop mattress, down duvet, 440-thread-count linens. 320-360 square feet. City view. Floors 2-7. Desk and chair, divan, glass-top coffee table. Minibar. Laptop-sized in-room safe. LCD flat-screen TV. CD player. Two multi-line phones; one cordless. Twice-daily housekeeping. Complimentary high-speed and wireless Internet access. Limestone bathroom with bathrobes, Fresh brand bath products. Name: Superior Room - King Description: One king bed. Pillowtop mattress, down duvet and pillows, and 440-thread-count linens. Picture windows with limited views. Located in interior of the hotel on floors 3–7. 310–395 square feet. Desk and chair, divan, and glass-topped coffee table. Minibar. Complimentary high-speed and wireless Internet access. LCD TV. CD player. MP3 docking station. Two multi-line phones (one cordless). Limestone bathroom with bathrobes and Fresh brand bath products. Laptop-sized in-room safe. Twice-daily housekeeping. Name: Superior Room Water View - King Description: One king bed. Pillowtop mattress, down duvet and pillows, 440-thread-count linens. Partial view of Bay Bridge, Ferry Building, or Treasure Island. 310-395 square feet. Floors 3-8. Desk and chair, divan, glass-top coffee table. Minibar. Laptop-sized in-room safe. LCD flat-screen TV. CD player. Two multi-line phones; one cordless. Twice-daily housekeeping. Complimentary high-speed and wireless Internet access. Limestone bathroom with bathrobes, Fresh brand bath products. Name: Deluxe Room Waterfront - King Description: One king bed with pillowtop mattress, down duvet and pillows, and 440-thread-count linens. Water, bay bridge, ferry building, and/or Treasure Island views. Located on floors 3–8. 370–390 square feet. Soft, subtle color scheme. Desk and chair. Divan and glass-top coffee table. Complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. LCD flat-screen TV. CD player. Two multi-line phones (one cordless). Minibar. Walk-in, spa-style limestone bathroom with rainforest shower head. Laptop compatible safe.

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Room Types

Deluxe City View - King

Superior Room - King

Superior Room Water View - King

Deluxe Room Waterfront - King

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Property Information

Check In Time - 3 p.m.
Check Out Time - 12 p.m.
Credit card required
Doorman/doorwoman
Floors - 8
Guestrooms - 199
Hotel Built - 2005
Limo/Town Car service available
Minimum check-in age - 21
Smoke-free property
24-hour front desk

Hotel Vitale-A Luxury Joie De Vivre Hotel Property Amenities

- Dry Cleaning Service
- Business Center
- Currency Exchange
- Wake Up Service
- Fitness Equipment
- Bar/Lounge
- Banquet Facilities
- Elevator/lift
- Event catering
- Concierge desk
- Meeting room (small groups)
- Massage-treatment room
- Business services
- Parking (secure)
- Restaurant(s)
- Audiovisual equipment
- Comp newspapers in lobby
- Full-service health spa
- Airport Transportation - Fees Apply
- Room service (24 hours)
- Pets allowed - $35/Day
- Coffee in lobby
- Video library
- Express check-out
- Pet policy
- Use of nearby fitness center (complimentary)
- Breakfast services - Fees Apply
- Medical assistance available
- Parking (valet) - $42/Day + 14% Tax
- Shoe shine
- Conference room(s)