Guests and visitors will delight in holiday pleasures this winter season at the legendary Westin St. Francis. This year’s highly anticipated holiday display will feature the legendary 12-feet tall Medieval Sugar Castle and the spectacular St. Francis Enchanted Castle. The popular St. Francis Sweet Boutique will be filled with tasty treats, and gorgeous holiday décor will adorn both lobbies. All of this, combined with traditional holiday tea service, delicious meals, and fun hotel packages create the perfect seasonal getaway to San Francisco. Located in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square, spectacular holiday shopping, a ride on a historic cable car and ice skating at the Safeway Holiday Ice Rink are just steps away.
Guests and visitors will have the opportunity to spread some holiday cheer by donating to American Red Cross, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development and Muttville Senior Dog Rescue. Bright green donation boxes located around the Medieval Sugar Castle in the Landmark Lobby will be on display from November 22 - January 2.
Below is the large array of festivities to enjoy at The Westin St. Francis this holiday season.
- TWO SPECTACULAR CASTLES -
On November 22 at 11 a.m., Executive Pastry Chef Jean-Francois Houdré and his team will unveil not one, but two one-of-a-kind handcrafted castles in the Landmark Lobby. In celebration of hotel tradition is the stunning 12-ft. Medieval Sugar Castle, originally created in 2005. Resembling a French Chateau inspired by Chef Houdre’s travels, this life-like magical castle features grand circular towers, individual rooms and colourful illuminated windows.Adding a touch of modernity, the St. Francis Enchanted Castle showcases a winter wonderland of elaborate gift boxes, gingerbread trees and brilliantly coloured candies, all intricately handmade with sugar and pastry. Elves can be spotted climbing all the way up to a towering sugar castle.
This exciting event is open to the public and will feature complimentary coffee and tray-passed cookies. On display through January 2.
- ST. FRANCIS SWEET BOUTIQUE -
Visions of sugarplums will come to life when The Westin St. Francis opens its uber-popular St. Francis Sweet Boutique for the holiday season. Located in the Landmark Lobby, Executive Pastry Chef Jean-Francois Houdré and his team will satisfy sweet tooths with a selection of freshly baked decorative cookies, orange-scented shortbread, gingerbread men, holiday Parisian macarons and rice crispy treats, all available for purchase. For those who want to take home some extra goodies, boxes of Chef Houdre’s famous macarons and assorted holiday cookies are available for purchase including a surprise “special of the day.” Open Saturdays and Sundays from November 25 - December 23; 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.– DAZZLING DECORATIONS –
On November 23, The Westin St. Francis will be transformed into a joyful oasis, embellished with spectacular holiday decorations. The historic Landmark Lobby will be adorned with a large illuminated tree and two incredible sugar castles. The Tower Lobby will have a 20-feet tree with 10,000 LED lights to illuminate green and gold gift boxes and historic images of years past. Santa’s sleigh, filled with an assortment of decorative gift boxes, and glistening holiday décor will garnish the front desk area. Large wreaths embellished with lights and ornaments will be displayed throughout the hotel. On display through January 2.- SPEND THE NIGHT IN LUXURY AND COMFORT -
Make it a holiday tradition to enjoy a luxurious overnight stay at The Westin St. Francis. Choose from a selection of festive holiday packages or enjoy a special holiday rate starting at just $179 per night. Below is a sampling of holiday packages available. For additional packages and to make reservations, call (866) 716-8108 or visit www.westinstfrancis.com/special-offers. All packages and promotional rates exclude tax and are based upon availability.Magical Cable Car Package
Experience the sights and sounds of San Francisco’s holiday festivities aboard a famous cable car! Enjoy a one-night stay, two San Francisco cable car passes, and complimentary wifi access. Rates start at $189 per night. Two cable car passes per room, per stay. No expiration date.Family Holiday Package
The holiday season is the perfect time to plan a family vacation to San Francisco and there’s no better place to stay than right on Union Square just steps from the grand Macy’s Christmas Tree and Safeway Ice Skating Rink. Families will enjoy overnight accommodations, 25% off a second room for children under 21 years old, and complimentary meals from the Eat Well Menu with the purchase of an adult meal (one complimentary kids meal per purchased adult meal; available for children 12 and under). Guest will also receive a voucher (redeemable at Caruso’s only) towards a specialty bag of cookies. Rates start at $209 per night. No expiration date.Macy’s Holiday Shopping Package
What’s better than a fun day of holiday shopping followed by a comfortable overnight stay in the heart of SF? The Holiday Shopping Package features a $100 gift certificate to the west coast’s largest Macy’s, located just steps from the hotel, a one-night stay, plus an adorable keepsake Ghirardelli cable car ornament. Rates start at $269 per night. Includes one $100 Macy’s gift card per night (issued upon check-in).- HOLIDAY DRINKS -
St. Francis Holiday Tea
November 25–December 17; Available Saturdays & Sundays only, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.Begin this elegant tea experience with a choice of fine artisan teas from Mighty Leaf or Red Blossom Tea Company, followed by a selection of English tea sandwiches, freshly baked black currant scones and seasonal berries with Devonshire-blend cream, preserves and assorted petit fours. Guests may also choose the Royal Tea that includes the complete tea service with a glass of Gloria Ferrer Brut sparkling wine. Cost: $60 Adults Complete Tea; $68 with Red Blossom Tea; $72 Adults Royal Tea; $75 with Red Blossom Tea; $40 for children 12 and under for regular tea. Reservations are required. Please be sure to book early. For reservations, call (415) 774-0264.
- DINE IN STYLE -
The Westin St. Francis is featuring several delicious holiday meals prepared by Executive Chef Bernd Liebergesell and his culinary team served in the historic Oak Room Restaurant. For holiday dining reservations, call (415) 774-0264.Thanksgiving Buffet
November 23; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.Bring together family and friends to relax and indulge in a Thanksgiving buffet filled with a vast array of appetizers, roasted meats, fresh seafood, an assortment of salads and mouthwatering desserts. A sampling of items includes roasted salmon, potato and leek veloute with truffle essence; specialty cured meats, cheeses, vegetables and artisan breads; Alaskan snow crab, chilled poached prawns; a selection of salads. A carving station will offer succulent pork loin, roasted turkey and prime rib. Afterwards, guests can indulge in the dessert buffet featuring crème brulee, Parisian macarons, chocolate espresso cake and more. Cost: $110 Adults; $50 Children 12 and under (free for ages three and under).
Christmas Buffet
December 25; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.Enjoy a Christmas feast in The Oak Room Restaurant with a delicious buffet overflowing with scrumptious appetizers, salads, seafood and of course, dessert. Offering countless tantalizing choices for every taste, a sampling of items include an antipasto display, cheeses and artisan breads, seafood favourites such as marinated mussels, Alaskan snow crab and smoked salmon, along with seasonal salads. Additionally, guests have a choice of holiday favourites including roasted Pacific salmon, prime rib, roasted turkey, and pork loin. A delicious dessert buffet completes the feast. Cost: $110 Adults; $50 Children 12 and under (free for ages three and under). The Oak Room Restaurant will also be open for breakfast from 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
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