Guests and visitors will have the opportunity to spread some holiday cheer by donating to Guide Dogs for the Blind, Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, De Marillac Academy, and Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. Bright red donation boxes located around the Medieval Sugar Castle in the Landmark Lobby will be on display from November 27 - January 2.
Below is the large array of festivities to enjoy at The Westin St. Francis this holiday season.
- TWO SPECTACULAR CASTLES -
On Wednesday, November 27 at 11 a.m., Executive Pastry Chef Jean-Francois Houdré and his team will unveil two one-of-a-kind handcrafted sugar castles in the Landmark Lobby. In celebration of a hotel tradition that began in 2005, is the stunning 12-ft. Medieval Sugar Castle. Resembling a French Chateau inspired by Chef Houdre’s travels, this life-like magical castle features grand circular towers, individual rooms, and colorful illuminated windows. New this year is the addition of a second train circling an expanded village with a snowy ski resort, a pond, snowcapped trees, and a souvenir shop.
Adding a touch of modernity, the St. Francis Enchanted Castle showcases a winter wonderland of elaborate gift boxes, gingerbread trees, and brilliantly colored candies, all intricately handmade with sugar and pastry. Elves can be spotted climbing all the way up to a towering sugar castle.
The unveiling of the Sugar Castles is open to the public and will feature complimentary hot chocolate and tray-passed cookies. The Westlake School for the Performing Arts choir will perform at 11:30 a.m. Both castles will be on display through January 2.
- SWEET BOUTIQUE -
Visions of sugarplums will come to life when The Westin St. Francis opens its uber-popular 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 other items. For those who want to take home some extra goodies, boxes of Chef Houdre’s famous macarons and assorted holiday cookies plus a surprise “special of the day” are also available for purchase. Open Saturdays and Sundays from November 30 - December 22; 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
– HOLIDAY HIDEAWAY –
The holidays are the perfect opportunity to enjoy a family vacation and with the brand new “Holiday Hideaway” kids and their parents can enjoy a festive hotel floor and fun surprises designed just for them. At check-in, kids will be welcomed with candy canes, holiday coloring books and crayons, plus a golden ticket redeemable for in-room delivery of sweet and savory goodies and a “Letter to Santa Kit.” Upon entering the Holiday Hideaway floor in the historic Landmark Building, families will be greeted by two life-size toy soldiers and festive décor, along with their very own in-room miniature Christmas tree. Later that evening, magical elves will secretly bring special surprise treats for everyone. Children will awaken the next morning to a delivery from the North Pole of San Francisco-inspired gifts. Rates start at $319 per night, excluding tax. Must cancel up to seven days prior to date of reservation. Cannot be combined with any other offers and not applicable to groups. Available December 19, 2019 – January 4, 2020. For reservations, call (866) 716-8108 or click here.
– DAZZLING DECOR –
On November 27, 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 soaring 18-feet tall evergreen tree decorated with LED lights, toy soldiers, drum and trumpet ornaments, and colorful balls. 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. Exhibited through January 2.
- HOLIDAY PACKAGES -
Make it a holiday tradition to enjoy a luxurious overnight stay at The Westin St. Francis. Choose from a selection of festive packages or enjoy an exclusive holiday rate starting at just $199 per night.
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 Wi-Fi access. Rates start at $224 per night. Two cable car passes per room, per stay. No expiration date. For reservations, call (866) 716-8108 or click here.
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” includes a $100 gift certificate to the west coast’s largest Macy’s, located just steps from the hotel, plus a keepsake Ghirardelli cable car ornament. Rates start at $294 per night. Includes one $100 Macy’s gift card per night (issued upon check-in). For reservations, call (866) 716-8108 or click here.
All packages and promotional rates exclude tax and are based upon availability.
- HOLIDAY DRINKS -
St. Francis Holiday Tea
November 30 – December 22;
Available Saturdays and Sundays only from 12 p.m. - 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: $68 Adults Complete Tea; $75 with Red Blossom Tea; $80 Adults Royal Tea; $85 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.
Clock Bar
Toast to the holidays at Clock Bar with a seasonal menu with rotating featured cocktails. Warm up with Chai Spiced Cider, Winter Mulled Wine, and Spiked Eggnog. For those who prefer their drinks chilled, try a Mocha Espresso Martini, a Winter Spiced Old-Fashioned, or a Gingerbread Manhattan. Or, make it a communal party with a 32 oz carafe of Holiday Hibiscus Punch or White Christmas Sangria. Located in the Landmark Lobby. Open daily 4 p.m.-2 a.m.
Caruso’s
After a day of fun gliding around the Safeway Holiday Ice Rink, head to Caruso’s, located in the Tower Lobby, to relax with a delicious holiday drink or a flight of local wines. Warm up with Maple Pecan and Pumpkin Spice lattes or a Salted Carmel Mocha while nibbling on a freshly baked pastry. Open 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.
Chateau Montelena
Chateau Montelena, renowned for winning best chardonnay in the famous 1976 Paris tasting, is celebrating the season in its beautifully renovated tasting room. Throughout the month of December, customers will receive a special gift of a two-piece truffle box from local French bakery One65 with the purchase of a wine tasting. Landmark Lobby. Open daily from 1p.m. to 8 p.m.
ENO
No matter if you’re looking for a rare wine gift or a spot to relax after a day of holiday shopping, you’ll find it at ENO. This intimate 55-seat wine bar has 166 wines by the bottle and nearly 50 wines by the glass. Stop by ENO’s Holiday Open House on October 27 from 3-5 p.m. for complimentary wine tastings, small bites, giveaways, raffles, and more. 320 Geary Street, (415) 678-5321. Open Sun. – Thurs. 3 p.m. – 12 a.m.; Fri. & Sat. 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
- DINE IN STYLE -
The Westin St. Francis is featuring several delicious holiday meals prepared by Executive Chef Fernando Reyes and his culinary team served in the historic Oak Room Restaurant. For holiday dining reservations, call (415) 774-0264. The Oak Room Restaurant will also be open for breakfast from 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and lunch from 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Thanksgiving Buffet
November 28; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Bring together family and friends to relax and indulge in a Thanksgiving feast. The meal begins with a choice of seasonal butternut squash bisque or a locally-sourced salad with pecans, cranberries, apples, and Laura Chenel goat cheese. For the main course, guests have a choice of holiday favourites such as roast turkey, prime rib, grilled salmon, or butternut squash ravioli. Entrees are complemented with a selection of sides served family-style such as brussels sprouts with bacon, sourdough bread stuffing, brown sugar glazed vegetables, and potatoes au gratin. Afterwards, guests can indulge in a dessert buffet featuring pumpkin cheesecake, bourbon brioche pudding, organic cranberry crème brulee, and much more. Cost: $85 Adults (includes a glass of champagne); $38 Children 12 and under (free for ages three and under).
Christmas Buffet
December 25; 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Enjoy an extraordinary Christmas dinner in The Oak Room Restaurant with a pre-fixe menu accompanied by an array of side dishes and a delectable dessert buffet. Guests will begin their celebration with a choice of roasted chestnut soup or a fresh salad with red wine poached pears, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, and toasted pecans. Entrees include a choice of holiday favorites such as roast turkey, prime rib, grilled salmon, or butternut squash ravioli. An assortment of delicious of sides served family-style include brussels sprouts with bacon, sourdough bread stuffing, polenta, and roasted heirloom carrots. A dessert buffet completes the feast. Cost: $85 Adults (includes a glass of champagne); $38 Children 12 and under (free for ages three and under).
About The Westin St. Francis
A stimulating fusion of current and classic San Francisco, The Westin St. Francis offers a timeless respite for the modern guest. Stunning original architecture dating back to1904 is seamlessly blended with contemporary design and state-of-the-art technology throughout the 1,195 guestrooms and suites and 56,000 square feet of meeting space. Special amenities include the expansive 6,000 square feet Westin WORKOUT® Fitness Studio, The Oak Room Restaurant, Caruso’s Coffee/Lobby Bar, Michael Mina’s cocktail lounge CLOCK BAR, Chateau Montelena Tasting Room, and ENO Wine Bar. Evoking the perfect sense of place, The Westin St. Francis is the only hotel located directly on Union Square, a bustling metropolis with world-class shopping and restaurants, performing arts, and historic cable cars stopping at the front door. Guests can easily walk to popular neighbourhoods such as Chinatown, North Beach, and the Financial District. The hotel is conveniently located just one mile from Moscone Convention Center and 13 miles from the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). For more information and reservations, call (415) 397-7000, toll free (888) 627-8546, or visit www.westinstfrancis.com. Stay connected on Twitter & Instagram at @WestinStFr and facebook.com/WestinSF.
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The Westin St. Francis
335 Powell Street, San Francisco, California 94102
(415) 397-7000
www.westinstfrancis.com
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