Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Lower Nob Hill
Vibe
Mirrored columns and chandeliers brighten the lobby, where pineapple yellow accents punctuate gray walls and marble floors.
“Pineapple yellow confection”
Mirrored columns and chandeliers give the lobby sparkle, punctuated by pineapple yellow accents.
The Naked Experience pairs individual European-style duvets with robes for comfortable nights.
The seven-story Revival-style building dates to 1913, retaining its original hotel purpose.
At Geary and Jones, three blocks from Union Square and within walking distance of Nob Hill.
Rooms
Small rooms put the emphasis on sleep, with individual European-style duvets and robes from The Naked Experience bedding programme.
Backstory
The brand’s pineapple identity began with founder Michelle’s father, who called her “my little pineapple” as a child.
Eat & drink
Afternoon Delights brings pineapple treats and local coffee to the lobby daily, while Quick Bites & Bevvies supplies snacks, craft beer and wine.
The neighborhood
At Geary and Jones, you’re three blocks from Union Square, with Nob Hill within walking distance.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.