The Fairmont Penthouse, San Francisco
The 83-year-old grand dame had a facelift in 2009 but retains its timeless splendor. This penthouse spans the entire length of the rather large building, offering panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline through its 6,000-square-foot interior. Sir Mick Jagger and Sir Elton John are among the guests who may have played the grand piano in the living room, while JFK or Marlene Dietrich may have browsed the penthouse’s signature two-story circular library. There’s a secret passage hidden amid the bookshelves.
