Skip to main content
1 Hotel San Francisco Logo
Visit our urban oasis on the Embarcadero this fall. Explore Fall Equinox Offer
Discover the sustainability story behind our sanctuary. Discover Our Sustainability Story
1 Hotel San Francisco has been awarded a MICHELIN Key. See the 2024 MICHELIN Guide
Front desk at the lobby

Sustainability

Situated on the Embarcadero, 1 Hotel San Francisco is naturally interwoven into the city that surrounds one of the world’s most breathtaking bays. Decorated with native greenery, reclaimed wood, exposed brick, warm terracotta accents, organic fibers, and elemental stones—the hotel’s interior allows for uninterrupted exposure to the soothing capacities of nature while preserving the area’s unique urban ecology and harbor history.
 

Plants

LEED Certification

1 Hotel San Francisco is LEED Gold Certified. Our sanctuary is equipped with top energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, featuring in-room, energy-saving Honeywell Inncom Thermostats that control airflow based on occupancy. This is also integrated with Salto and HMS to operate based on light, occupancy, and other ambient conditions.

Tomato plant

Green Spaces

From our advanced, real-time energy monitoring systems to our True Zero Waste food management operations, we’re committed to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions from every angle.

A wooden block with the text 1 Less Thing pictured nestled into a light blue sweater

Supporting Causes That Matter

Whether that’s directly supporting our amazing non-profit partners through charitable events or using our platform to raise awareness and ignite positive change, we’re committed to honoring and uplifting the planet, people, and culture in the places we call home.

Our Pillars

Environment

Protecting Our 1 World

Located on the Embarcadero waterfront, 1 Hotel San Francisco offers a unique opportunity to get closer to nature in the heart of the city. Relax and enjoy the luscious greenery, organic materials, seasonal ingredients, and zero-waste methods that make this sanctuary home—while honoring the natural world.

People & Equity

Supporting Our People & Communities

Creating a culture of inclusivity is our responsibility as human beings—to each other, and to the beautiful world we share. We stand together in our pledge to grow diverse and equitable representation for everyone in our growing community of team members, guests, and partners.

Prosperity

Growing Mindfully & Transparently

1 Hotel San Francisco is living proof that luxury hospitality, city living, and sustainability can exist in harmony. We look forward to reflecting on its efficient systems and practices as we collect data regarding carbon emissions, energy consumption, water stewardship, waste diversion, equity, biodiversity, and beyond.

Your Favorite Moments
close x