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Artful Escapes: The Huntington Hotel

The historic stay recently reopened after a six-year haitus and renovation by Ken Fulk

By Christina Ohly Evans
Hotel Huntington vintage neon sign against a clear blue sky at sunset.
The Huntington Hotel. Photo: Courtesy of The Huntington Hotel

Built in 1922 as a luxury apartment building, The Huntington Hotel has reopened following a six-year hiatus and renovation by noted designer and Bay Area resident Ken Fulk. Plasterwork, boiserie panels, and celestial ceilings enliven public spaces, while marble, polished wood, brass, and deep cognac leather add to the grand environment. The new Arabella’s bar is an Art Nouveau jewel, complete with murals and excellent martinis.

Historic red-brick building with arched entrance, flag on top, surrounded by trees and a person walking a dog in the foreground.
The Huntington Hotel. Photo: Courtesy of The Huntington Hotel

A version of this article first appeared in print in our 2026 Summer Issue in the section “Artful Escapes.” Subscribe to the magazine.