Orchard Hotel (San Francisco, USA)

The Orchard is a self-described 'eco-friendly' boutique hotel located near Union Square in San Francisco. This location provides guests with easy access to some the city's most famous attractions, including Chinatown, the Embarcadero, Russian Hill, and North Beach--as well as to museums, theaters, and shops. The nearby Powell Street Cable Car allows for quick transport throughout the city. The Orchard is the San Francisco's first hotel certified for Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design by the U.S. Green Building Council. Accommodations consist of 102 guestrooms, including 9 suites. The décor is largely contemporary, featuring pastel fabrics and light-to-medium wood furnishings. Amenities include TV with cable, organic bath products, bathrobe, coffee/tea station and snack tray, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, in-room safe, climate control, and workdesks geared toward the needs of the business traveler (e.g., high-speed Internet, Wi-Fi, voicemail, dual phone lines). Hotel facilities include event space, a small fitness center (and daily passes to nearly Club One), and the Daffodil Restaurant serving organic "fusion" cuisine.