Hotel at a Glance: Staypineapple, An Elegant Hotel, Union Square San Francisco

Pineapples pop up in quite a few places at this 4-star hotel. Pineapple-print pillows and pineapple-shaped cocktail glasses complement the gold and yellow hues throughout the property.

• In-room amenities include mini fridges, plus TVs that can stream content from mobile devices.
• Beach-cruiser bikes help guests explore nearby Union Square.

San Francisco’s Union Square: Luxury Shopping District with Broadway Shows

Union Square is where San Franciscans go to find their coolest threads. The square, which has grown to include several surrounding blocks, houses one of the country’s densest concentrations of department stores and upscale boutiques. Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Macy’s anchor its namesake plaza, and smaller boutiques are tucked along narrow alleyways. Shoppers can sift through vintage books at family-owned antique shops and admire iconic French fashion labels on the pedestrian-only Maiden Lane.

Union Square is also famous for its eclectic arts scene. The American Conservatory Theater produces Tony Award–winning dramas and comedies in a gorgeous Beaux Arts building. A handful of art galleries and museums—most notably the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art—display renowned works from artists such as Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol, and Edward Hopper.