High Tech Meets High Class in San Fran's Nob Hill
Stanford Court
San Francisco, CA
Iconic, $$
The iconic Stanford Court, in San Francisco's posh Nob Hill neighborhood, recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation (guest rooms, lobby, amenities), re-emerging as a destination for tech-savvy travelers. The 140-year-old building is no stranger to innovation; it originally served as the mansion for one of the renowned Big Four railroad tycoons who shaped the city during the 19th century: industry mogul, university founder, and U.S. Senator Leland Stanford. The physical space has gone through many lives (and residents) since Stanford, but its location — at the intersection of California and Powell — has remained the only crossroads of the city's famed cable cars. When the time came to refresh, the hotel went all in to connect its guests with the latest in technology, comfort, and style: Google Chromecast HDTVs, interactive artwork, electric bikes, a tech rental program, and revamped fitness center with virtual personal trainers and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the bay. The modern updates are a striking departure from the classic Nob Hill style, but a welcome disruption for high-tech travelers.
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