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San Francisco Hotel Hot Tub Suites - Romantic Bay Area In-Room Whirlpool Tubs
By: Greg Mattson, Founder & Editor, Excellent Romantic Vacations.com. We personally visit and review hotels independently, at our own expense.
Updated: Aug 1, 2025
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San Francisco is one of the top romantic destinations in the U.S., and we have some very romantic and "bubbly" hotel suites for you to check out, including exclusive photos, video, and our ERV Ratings* and √ Clean Scores.
Table of Contents:
Downtown San Francisco Hot Tub Suites
Video of Our Stay: Argonaut Hotel
HD Video of Our Stay in a Spa Tub Suite at the Argonaut Hotel in San Francisco
- Argonaut Hotel - We spent a night in their Bay-View One Bedroom Suite, and like several other rooms at this romantic inn, it's got a luxurious 2-person jetted tub. What surprised us was that it has to be the deepest spa tub in San Francisco we have ever soaked in! Pros: Huge room with space to relax...Check in time of 3 PM and a check out time of 12 Noon...Free coffee every morn at downstairs restaurant. Cons: Some noise noticeable from rooms facing Hyde St...$30/day guest amenity fee...Most restaurants in the immediate area are seafood or sushi. ERV Rating*: 90% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 2 Persons. Close to: Fisherman’s Wharf. √ ERV Clean Score: A (495 Jefferson St, San Francisco CA 415-563-0800) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from: $191/night
Bayview One Bedroom Suite
Bayview Suite Living Area
Argonaut Hotel Whirlpool Suite
Another View of a Whirlpool Suite at the Argonaut Hotel in San FranciscoB&B Spa Tub Suites: Inn San Francisco
- The Inn San Francisco - A 3-level Victorian B&B mansion with rooftop deck and separate cottage. The cottage features a deep spa tub, as do rooms #24, 36, 37, 41, 44, and 45. Pros: Elegant antique furnishings, modern conveniences...Walk to BART Station...Good Breakfast with Fresh Fruit, Baked Goods. Cons: Parking is across the street, $30/night and must be reserved when booking your room...As this is a restored heritage building, no elevators. ERV Rating*: 94% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. Close to: Mission District. √ ERV Clean Score: A (943 South Van Ness Ave, San Francisco CA 415-641-0188) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $205/night.
Intercontinental Hotel
Suite at the Intercontinental, San Francisco
Hot Tub - Intercontinental San Francisco- The Intercontinental Mark Hopkins - The Whirlpool Suites here are outfitted with marble fireplaces, luxury four poster beds, and panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge from the outdoor terrace. Pros: Cable Cars in Front of the Hotel...Great Views from the Hotel Bar...Delicious Breakfast Buffet. Cons: Valet parking is $76/night, and there is no pool. ERV Rating*: 76% - Good. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. A Close to: Nob Hill, Union Square. √ ERV Clean Score: C (999 California St, San Francisco CA 415-392-3434) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $732/night
More Romantic Hot Tub Escapes in California:
What's Special About This Guide to San Francisco Hotel Hot Tub Suites: Unlike other websites, we actually stay in lots of Whirlpool suites ourselves every year (like the Argonaut Hotel pictured above) and check out these in-room tubs in-person. We do this to provide you with accurate and exclusive listings of San Francisco and Bay area hotel suites with private jetted spa tubs right in the room - not by the pool or anywhere else. Have a Great Hot Tub Getaway in the Bay Area!
Palo Alto's Most Romantic Whirlpool Suites
Dinah's Garden Hotel
Pool at Dinah's Garden Hotel
Palo Alto JACUZZI® Tub - Dinah's Garden- Dinah’s Garden Hotel - The themed King Suites in this hotel feature marble baths and a JACUZZI® Tub. Choose from Southwestern, European, Latin American, or African themes. Pros: The JACUZZI® Tub suites include kitchens. There's also a poolside restaurant and tropical gardens. Cons: Some complaints about low water pressure in the shower. ERV Rating*: 90% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. √ ERV Clean Score: A (4261 El Camino Real, Palo Alto CA 650-493-2844) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $153/night.
Disclaimer: JACUZZI® is a registered trademark owned by Jacuzzi Inc. Rates and amenities are subject to change. Verify details with hotels before booking.
El Prado Hotel
- El Prado Hotel - Recently renovated boutique hotel right in the center of Palo Alto. Their Grand Deluxe Suite features an Air Jet Spa Tub and separate rain shower. Pros: Floor to ceiling windows, French doors, and views of lovely downtown Palo Alto. Cons: Additional fee for parking. ERV Rating*: 94% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. √ ERV Clean Score: A (520 Cowper St, Palo Alto CA 650-322-9000) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $551/night
San Jose, CA Spa Tub Suites
The Row Hotel
Romantic Room at the Row Hotel, San Jose
Reserve Your San Jose CA Spa Tub Suite- The Row Hotel - A conveniently located boutique hotel with free parking. Deluxe King Rooms have relaxing Whirlpool spa tubs. Pros: Comfortable King beds…6 Blocks from Santana Row…Hotel Recently Updated. Cons: No onsite restaurant or pool. ERV Rating*: 60% - Fair. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. √ ERV Clean Score: A (2404 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose CA 408-293-5000) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $176/night.
Romantic VRBO Rental
- San Jose Romantic 2-Bedroom w/Whirlpool Tub - you'll love this cozy Vrbo rental with Victorian decor in a great South Bay location close to downtown San Jose, Silicon Valley & more. Includes King bed, master bath with a luxurious jetted tub, and amenities like A/C, full kitchen, fluffy towels and filtered water. Pros: Lovely gardens with 2 patios, a gazebo and long mosaic pathway. Cons: 2 night minimum stay; extra charges include cleaning free, service fee, extra guest fee, pet fee and refundable damage deposit. ERV Rating*: 92% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 2 Persons. √ ERV Clean Score: A (Campbell, CA)
- Rate from $199/night.
More San Jose, CA Whirlpool Tubs:
- San Jose Hotel Hot Tub Suites - see more jetted tub suites here, including hotels, inns and holiday homes in San Jose & Silicon Valley.
Oakland, CA Jetted Tub Hotel Suites
Holiday Inn Express Castro Valley
Holiday Inn Express King Room
Holiday Inn Express Jetted Tub- Holiday Inn Express Castro Valley - Some King Rooms offer a JACUZZI® Tub. Located close to BART station with easy access to East Bay attractions. Pros: Large, Comfortable Rooms...Free Hot Breakfast...Wonderful Staff. Cons: Some guests mentioned traffic noise. ERV Rating*: 92% - Excellent. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 Person. √ ERV Clean Score: A (2419 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley CA 510-889-9300) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $157/night
Marin County Hot Tubs Suites - Sausalito, Corte Madera
The Gables Inn
The Gables Inn, Sausalito CA has Jetted Spa Tub Suites- The Gables Inn - Constructed back in 1869, this was the first hotel in Sausalito. Today it’s a romantic and historic inn with great views and amenities. Several of the rooms include oversized jetted spa tubs, so ask for one when booking. Amenities include a fresh buffet breakfast and evening wine and cheese. Pros: Views of the Bay...Perfect Location for Exploring Sausalito. 5-minute walk from the ferry terminal. Cons: No air conditioning and no elevator. ERV Rating*: 88% - Very Good. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 person. √ ERV Clean Score: D (62 Princess St, Sausalito CA 415-289-1100) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $275/night.
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
Romantic Best Western Corte Madera Whirlpool Suite- Best Western Corte Madera Inn - This is a 5-acre resort-like hotel that includes a complementary breakfast. Whirlpool Suites include fireplace, and on-site amenities include ping-pong and basketball. Pros: Nice Courtyard & Pool...Free Shuttle to San Francisco Ferry...Mall Right Across the Street. Cons: No elevator to the second floor. ERV Rating*: 82% - Very Good. Whirlpool Tub Size: 1 person. √ ERV Clean Score: B (56 Madera Blvd, Corte Madera CA 415-924-1502) Date Last Verified: August 2025
- Rates from $136/night.
San Francisco Spa Tub Suites Comparison Table:
| Hotel Name | Starting Rate | ERV Rating | Clean Score | Key Features | Whirlpool Tub Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argonaut Hotel | $191 | 90% - Excellent (★★★★½) | A | Bay-View One Bedroom Suite, deepest jetted tub, huge room, free coffee, near Fisherman’s Wharf | 2 persons |
| The Inn San Francisco | $205 | 94% - Excellent (★★★★½) | A | Victorian B&B, rooftop deck, cottage and select rooms with spa tubs, good breakfast | 1 person |
| The Intercontinental Mark Hopkins | $732 | 76% - Good (★★★½) | C | Whirlpool Suites, marble fireplaces, four poster beds, panoramic views, no pool | 1 person |
| Dinah’s Garden Hotel | $153 | 90% - Excellent (★★★★½) | A | Themed King Suites w/JACUZZI® Tub, kitchens, poolside restaurant, tropical gardens | 1 person |
| El Prado Hotel | $542 | 94% - Excellent (★★★★½) | A | Grand Deluxe Suite w/Air Jet Spa Tub, recently renovated, rain shower, downtown Palo Alto views | 1 person |
| The Row Hotel | $176 | 60% - Fair (★★★) | A | Deluxe King Rooms with Whirlpool spa tubs, boutique hotel, free parking, recently updated | 1 person |
| Holiday Inn Express Castro Valley | $157 | 92% - Excellent (★★★★½) | A | King Rooms with JACUZZI® Tub, near BART station, large comfortable rooms, free hot breakfast | 1 person |
| The Gables Inn | $275 | 88% - Very Good (★★★★) | D | Historic inn, oversized jetted spa tubs, Bay views, buffet breakfast, evening wine and cheese | 1 person |
| Best Western Corte Madera Inn | $136 | 82% - Very Good (★★★★) | B | Whirlpool Suites with fireplace, resort-like, complementary breakfast, free shuttle to ferry | 1 person |
FAQs: San Francisco Hotel In-Room Jetted Tubs
Question: Which San Francisco hotel has the nicest hot tub suites?
Question: Which San Francisco hotel has the nicest hot tub suites?
Answer: We think the Argonaut Hotel offers some of the nicest hot tub suites in the city. Their Bay-View One Bedroom Suite that we stayed in has a luxuriously huge jetted tub in the primary bath that is deep and really spacious for 2 persons.
Question: Which hotel has the cheapest spa tub suites in the San Francisco Bay Area?
Question: Which hotel has the cheapest spa tub suites in the San Francisco Bay Area?
Answer: For a real budget-friendly option, the Best Western Corte Madera Inn has in-room jetted tub suites starting from around $136/night. The Holiday Inn Express in Castro Valley also offers jetted tub rooms from around $157/night. (Both of these are located outside the immediate city center)
Question: Which hotel in San Francisco with jetted tub suites is closest to Fisherman's Wharf?
Question: Which hotel in San Francisco with jetted tub suites is closest to Fisherman's Wharf?
Answer: The Argonaut Hotel is the closest option. It's located right on Fisherman's Wharf, only steps away from popular attractions like Pier 39 and the Hyde Street cable car turnaround. The Hyatt Centric Fisherman's Wharf is also very close, just a three-minute walk from the wharf.
Question: Are there any San Francisco hotels with jetted tub suites that also have fireplaces?
Question: Are there any San Francisco hotels with jetted tub suites that also have fireplaces?
Answer: Yes, you can find a romantic jetted tub suite with a fireplace at the Best Western Corte Madera Inn. It's a cozy and romantic inn located across the Golden Gate Bridge in Marin County.
Question: Do any hot tub suites in the San Francisco area have a private balcony or terrace?
Question: Do any hot tub suites in the San Francisco area have a private balcony or terrace?
Answer: The Intercontinental Mark Hopkins has Whirlpool Suites that include a private outdoor terrace with panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Question: Why are hotels in San Francisco removing jetted tubs from their rooms?
Question: Why are hotels in San Francisco removing jetted tubs from their rooms?
Answer: In San Francisco, hotels are retiring jetted tubs largely because they’re expensive to service, fewer guests use them, and they can be difficult to maintain to cleanliness standards.
About the Author: Greg Mattson, ERV Editor
Greg Mattson, ERV Editor, brings 35+ years of travel expertise, with over a million miles across 28 countries and 40 U.S. states. A former travel agent & airline professional, he’s stayed in hundreds of hotel honeymoon suites with jetted tubs & walk-in rain showers, curating top romantic getaways for Excellent Romantic Vacations.
Editorial Policy: Excellent Romantic Vacations maintains complete editorial independence. We personally visit and review many hotels independently, at our own expense, to ensure that our feature recommendations reflect genuine travel experiences and honest opinions. When a property has not yet been visited by us, all details are carefully verified using official hotel websites and trusted traveler reviews from sources such as TripAdvisor and Google. Disclaimer: We do our best to keep hotel and suite information accurate, with details verified by ERV using official hotel websites and supported by sources like TripAdvisor and Google user reviews. Each listing shows the date we last confirmed amenities, but hotel features may change. Please verify directly with the hotel before booking.
*ERV Rating: Our unique, non-scientific ratings for romantic accommodations are based on:
- Amenities: Whirlpool or JACUZZI® Tub, walk-in shower, fireplace, lounge, etc.
- Location: proximity to restaurants, pubs, downtown, etc.
- Clientele: the types of guests the hotel typically attracts (couples, families, business travelers).
- Popularity: based on social media presence and guest reviews.
- Value: what’s offered compared to room rate.
Please Note: percentage ratings are for comparative use only and not absolute.
√ERV Clean Score: A cleanliness rating (A = 80–100%, B = 70–79%, C = 60–69%, etc.) based on our own stays and/or recent guest reviews.
Photos: Images on our site come from our own hotel stays, official hotel sources, and TripAdvisor Professional Photos (used with permission). Because hotels may update their décor and room layouts, photos may not always show the exact suite you’ll book. For the most current images, please check directly with the hotel.
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