The 32-story Intercontinental San Francisco is worthy of a James Bond film location.
If James Bond had an assignment to take down the enemy in San Francisco, this is where you would find him.
Tall, sexy, and technologically sophisticated, this 32-story hotel even has a name worthy of Double-O-Seven — InterContinental.
Perhaps you’d find that Bond had done the unthinkable and switched from his signature vodka martini after sampling one of the 200 grappas from Bar 888’s extensive collection in the hotel lobby.
If he needed to call a meeting with his fellow agents, there is 43,000 square feet of the most technologically-advanced meeting space in the city to do so — featuring Cat-6 fiber optics, T3 Internet connection, and dedicated conference room bandwidth.
When JB needs a more casual rendezvous spot, Club InterContinental is a laid back business lounge on the sixth floor that offers five meals daily, cocktails, and business and VIP amenities with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the city.
Special agents don’t get a lot of downtime and they work odd hours, but in this line of work it’s crucial to stay in top shape. For this, James has the state-of-the art, 24-hour fitness center, indoor lap pool and heated Jacuzzi
Nearly every space features floor-to-ceiling glass.
Of course, there are times when a spy needs to be on the downlow. The I Spa is the perfect place for him to duck away in a dark, aromatherapy-scented room get a very expensive treatment — from an Ayurvedic balancing massage to table Thiatsu to “cupping release.” Bond will surely emerge rejuvenated and ready to continue his mission.
There are always lovely ladies in any Bond’s tale. When it comes time for Halle Berry, clad in lingerie and a jet pack, to come crashing through the floor-to-ceiling glass into James’ suite, (one of the hotel’s 550 guest rooms), she will be taken by the airy spaciousness of the rooms, the marble and wood accents, elegant muted color scheme, and 42-inch flat screen.
And, one detail she is certain to remember is the exquisite feel of of rolling around in Frette linens.
Intercontinental San Francisco
2010 promises to be an interesting and perhaps pivotal year for Macworld Conference & Expo and Your Mac Life is planning on bringing you all the sights and sounds from San Francisco in February 2010.
First order of business before any of us even get there however is where to stay. For years our home away from home has been the Pickwick Hotel and it has served us well. But we wanted to change things up a bit so for Macworld 2010, YML has managed to get what we think, is a great rate at an *amazing* hotel that is so close to the Moscone you can practically roll outta bed onto the show floor.
Working with IDG World Expo, we have managed to secure a special rate, exclusive to Your Mac Life, at the spectacular InterContinental San Francisco of $189/night (single or double occupancy) – a $40 per night savings off the regular Macworld rate of $229/night! Triple occupancy is $219/night, while 4 guests per room is $249/night. All rooms are non-smoking and for those who book through this special rate, internet access is free.
Reservations are open now; please visit https://resweb.passkey.com/go/YML2010 to book your room today. While a credit card is required to guarantee your reservation, you will not be charged until you arrive to the hotel. Click here to check on or modify your reservation: https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_mod&eventID=802286
Deadline to register is December 7, 2009 although when the rooms are gone, they're gone so we encourage you to reserve asap. Once you have made your reservation online, you will receive a confirmation notice via email.
The InterContinental San Francisco, a graceful tower of translucent cool-blue, soars 32 stories above the vibrant South of Market (SoMa) neighborhood, and is quickly taking its place among the city’s most admired landmarks. Adjacent to the Moscone Convention Center (West Hall) and 1 block from the North Hall, it occupies a strategic location for both business and leisure and while its convenience for businesspersons is unrivaled, San Francisco’s newest luxury hotel is also within easy walking distance of premium shopping areas, a diverse collection of trendy and upscale restaurants and bars, and a number of major tourist attractions.
**Note: Please do not call the hotel directly prior to at least January 31, 2010 “to check on your reservation” as all reservations are being handled first through Macworld’s reservation system and the hotel front desk may not be aware of your reservation.
At this price, for a hotel of this caliber – rooms will go fast, so we hope you will join us this February at the InterContinental San Francisco!
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INFORMATION AT A GLANCE
Check In/Out
Check-In Time 03:00 PM
Check-Out Time 12:00 PM
Late Check-Out Available
Location
Located in downtown San Francisco, South of Market
888 Howard Street, corner of 5th Street
14.1 miles from San Francisco International Airport
19.8 miles from Oakland International Airport
Facility
- 32 Floor(s)
- 550 Guest Room(s)
- 14 Suite(s)
- 345 Single-Bedded Room(s)
- 205 Double-Bedded Room(s)
- 550 Non-Smoking Room(s)
- Executive Suites
- Executive Floors
Internet Access
High Speed Internet Access
* Initial Fee: $14.95 (USD)
Service Provider: AT&T, Superclick
PC available Service Provider: AT&T. Club Lounge only
Wireless Data Connection
* Initial Fee: $14.95 (USD)
Service Provider: AT&T, Superclick
Languages Spoken by Staff
Chinese, English, French, German, Spanish, Tagalog
Pet Policy
Pets allowed with a non-refundable fee per night of $50 (USD)
Specific rooms only
Pet cannot be left unattended in guest room
Parking
Parking Available/180 Spaces
Valet parking only
Valet Parking Available: $60.42 incl. tax (USD)
Controlled Access Gates to Parking
Parking Area Equipped with Lights
Currency
UNITED STATES DOLLAR $ (USD)
Currency Converter
Accessibility
Service Animals Allowed
16 Room(s) with Accessibility Standards
Valet parking
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