San Francisco · Nob Hill
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco
Typical recent rate
$309Reference price
$419Signal savings
Save 26% · $110Price checked May 21, 2026
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About this hotel
A 1926 Nob Hill landmark with the most famous rooftop bar in San Francisco — Top of the Mark has been pouring cocktails with panoramic city and bay views since WWII, and the hotel beneath it holds a consistent 9.0 guest score.
InterContinental Mark Hopkins earns a 9.0 across 1,803 stays. A five-star Nob Hill historic with Top of the Mark, IHG One Rewards, and bay views at $309 — $110 off the reference price. The strongest IHG loyalty option in San Francisco when rates soften.
Signal summary
Nob Hill's strongest IHG signal: Top of the Mark views, five-star quality, and a rate that consistently undercuts the Fairmont while still delivering landmark-level San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
What is Top of the Mark at the InterContinental Mark Hopkins?
Top of the Mark is a rooftop cocktail lounge on the 19th floor with 360-degree panoramic views over San Francisco, the Bay, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge on clear days. It's been one of the city's most celebrated viewpoints since the 1940s and remains one of the best reasons to stay at this hotel.
How does the Mark Hopkins compare to the Fairmont for a Nob Hill stay?
The Fairmont leads on grand scale, spa, and lobby drama. The Mark Hopkins leads on the rooftop bar experience (Top of the Mark) and typically prices $30–50 less per night. For the best panoramic cocktail views in SF, Mark Hopkins; for the most complete luxury experience, Fairmont.
Is IHG One Rewards worth using at the Mark Hopkins?
Yes — InterContinental properties earn and redeem at a strong rate within IHG One Rewards, and the Mark Hopkins is one of the stronger redemption options in San Francisco given its five-star positioning. Worth checking the points rate against the cash price when both are available.
What is staying on Nob Hill actually like?
Nob Hill sits above the cable car lines and offers a calmer, more residential atmosphere than Union Square while still being central. You're within a short ride of Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, and the Embarcadero. The neighborhood has good independent restaurants and a classic San Francisco feel.
