Property Location
We’re at the crest of Nob Hill, where pristine streets meet postcard-worthy views - providing your daily dose of wow. Craving world-class dim sum? Chinatown's minutes away. Suit on, briefcase in hand? The Financial District is practically your neighbor. Leave the map behind and wander through charming streets, historic landmarks, and hidden gems – all at your doorstep. We're right at the intersection of the historic cable car lines and just a quick walk, Muni ride, or rideshare away from anywhere else you need to be.
Rooms & Suites
With our cleverly designed rooms, state-of-the-art gym, expressive common spaces, and cutting-edge wellness amenities, you’ll feel at one with our City by the Bay. Our newly redesigned rooms are the perfect blend of edgy expression and creature comforts. The views inspire, the art intrigues and the custom furnishings and finishes never let you forget that you’re staying somewhere special. Every room is equipped with a HD television with HDMI and USB Ports, USB outlets, and a mini-fridge. Treat yourself to a suite for extra room for extended stays or to get ready for a special event.
Drinks & Dining
The Mixing Room | Nob Hill is our casual in-house restaurant offering a diverse selection of delicious appetizers, main courses and desserts designed to be perfectly paired with our signature cocktails. We also proudly serve craft ales and a wide range of local wines. Or join us for breakfast! Our buffet offers a wide range of farm fresh options and our kitchen has a select menu of a la carte items to choose from as well.
The Mixing Room Hours: Breakfast 6:30AM - 10:30AM and Dining / Bar 4PM - 10pm daily.
On-Site Events
Let our team help make your meetings flow with ease and innovation. We’ll craft a creative space that fosters thought and ingenuity. Big, small, and everything in between. Stanford Court offers a unique event experience as the hotel does not provide traditional banquet F&B service. Most events will be served in the hotel's restaurant and bar but certain functions may allow for a private room. Private or semi-private meeting rooms are available with natural sunlight and plug & play audio visual technology.
Photo Ops
Wander our halls and engage with video art, photography, oil paintings, murals, and more. Our immersive arts program enlivens our walls (and ceilings), connecting you with San Francisco’s creative community and culture. You may also stumble upon our library - a cozy space to take a breath from the bustle of the city. Looking for something more airy and bright? We're located just across the street from Huntington Park, a peaceful 1.3 acre park located just across the street from the iconic Grace Cathedral. The park features lush green lawns, a children's playground and a replica of an Italian fountain known as the Fontana delle Tartarughe. And if you're looking for something classically San Francisco - we recommend photos right on the cable car line. We have the perfect shot of California Street just outside our doorstep.
Hotel History
Like our predecessors, we dare to dream big and connect people.
It all started with Leland Stanford, an industrial railroad tycoon who built the Central Pacific Railroad—a 19th century highway that catalyzed the exchange of new cultures and ideas. Stanford’s 1876 mansion became a relic of inspired luxury in the lush Nob Hill neighborhood until it was destroyed in a fire during the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. In 1912, investor Lucien H. Sly transformed the vacant lot into the posh Stanford Court Apartments. 60 years and a dramatic debut later, Stanford’s legacy stands today at the Stanford Court Hotel.
Restored and relocated to the hotel’s arrival porte-cochère entrance is a 3-ton,10-foot tall penguin sculpture by Beniamino Bufano, which for 45 years was hidden in the landscape at the corner of Pine and Powell Streets. Bufano created many public art sculptures which can be found throughout the city and Bay Area. His free public art reflects the irreverent yet inclusive spirit of the city. Spanning the wall beneath the lobby dome is a mural based on photographer Eadweard Muybridge’s “Sallie Gardner at a Gallop”, an innovative photo series centered on a horse’s gait. Commissioned by Stanford in 1878, the series of 24 images shot in rapid succession not only enabled Stanford to win a bet, but also helped lay the groundwork for the motion-picture industry. Mounted on the ceiling of the hotel’s bar is a mural from the legendary car chase scene through the streets of San Francisco from the 1968 movie “Bullitt” starring Steve McQueen. The exhilarating scene, considered to be one of the best of its kind in movie history, features two heavily modified four-speed Mustangs burning rubber across the city from Fisherman’s Wharf to Guadalupe Canyon Parkway.
Marrying maverick discovery with artistic expression, the art embodies the singular ethos that has come to define our city. We continue to champion San Francisco’s “boom town” spirit—the tenacity instilled by the risk takers and visionaries of the California Gold (and Silicon) Rush. Stanford Court offers the perfect mix of character, culture, tech, and style, with all the comforts of a great boutique hotel.
