The Battery

This members’ only club offers 14 guest rooms to visitors looking for a hip, exclusive address in San Francisco with a Soho House–like vibe.

• The 6,200-square-foot penthouse, which boasts a spacious patio complete with a Jacuzzi and fire pit
• The mix of interior décor styles, with touches like exposed brick walls, gold sofas and contemporary art
• The scene, which is a mix of successful young San Franciscans and stylish visitors

San Francisco’s most stylish property is undoubtedly its most eclectic: The Battery is housed within a building that previously operated as both a marble mill and a candy warehouse; its walls are lined alternatively with taxidermy and antiques; and its clientele is a mash-up of twenty-something tech wunderkinds and sleek out-of-towners.

Located in the fun Jackson Square neighborhood just a few blocks from the waterfront, the 14-room Battery is both a members’ club and a hotel, with uniquely appointed rooms and one stunning, 6,200-square-foot penthouse. The top accommodation rivals those at the city’s best hotels, with a kitchen, chic furnishings including horsehair wallpaper, gold lamé chairs and a sprawling patio complete with a 14-person dining table, grill, Jacuzzi and fire pit. The remaining rooms are all done with a similarly stylish flair, incorporating elements like exposed-brick walls, brass furnishings, French windows and contemporary art.

The public spaces are plentiful, and all are seemingly decorated with Instagram in mind—but as per hotel policy, no photos are allowed. A Soho House–like vibe runs throughout the property, and while there is no dress code, chic apparel is certainly appreciated. The restaurant, 717B, has an industrial aesthetic, and is open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while light bites, craft cocktails and wine (from the hotel’s 3,000-bottle cellar) can be ordered in any of the Battery’s four bars.

Just a short walk from the waterfront, the Battery also offers a gym and spa for guests who wish to do their exercise and pampering on property. The fitness facilities are excellent, with a Zen zone for low-impact activity, weight and cardio room and personal trainers and nutritionists available to consult with guests.

Young visitors who want a property that emphasizes style over service, and that doubles as an exclusive watering hole for San Francisco up-and-comers.