Hotel Union Square
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Hotel Overview
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- Jan 27, 2013
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Art-Deco whimsy, 1920s-era grandeur and wine hour near Union Square
The Art-Deco era is alive and well at this boutique Hotel Union Square, which was returned to its 1920s grandeur during an exhaustive renovation in 2008. Today, the hotel features signature staircases and opulent moldings, while loft-like guest rooms boast brick walls and mosaic murals. Another benefit: the world's only Dashiell Hammett Suite, named after the author of "The Maltese Falcon." The property is part of the Personality Hotels Collection. It sits mere blocks from the shopping of Union Square.
Highlights
- Located blocks from Union Square
- Fun and literary inspired Dashiell Hammett Suite
- Funky style and 1920s grandeur
Rooms
Accommodations -- 39 rooms and seven suites -- are infused with the colors of San Francisco: crimson, gray and taupe. Designed to give the feel of a sophisticated urban apartment, rooms at the Hotel Union Square are custom-furnished with platform beds and tufted leather headboards, sleek dark-wood desks, velvety chaise lounges and expansive capsule-shaped mirrors. Many offer stunning views of the city skyline as well as complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access. Pets welcome (fees apply).Features
Hotel Union Square is best known for its specialty suites. The Dashiell Hammett Suite is the world's only suite dedicated to the author of "The Maltese Falcon." Apparently, the famous scribe loved the hotel so much that he booked his bride-to-be Josephine Dolan in that very suite on the night before their 1921 wedding.The hotel also features one Kids' Suite. This boasts a cherrywood trundle bed, a computer filled with history-related games, a Nintendo Wii, a writing desk and colorful rugs. The suite also displays a retro-style mixed-media collage of famous kid-friendly San Francisco landmarks.
All guests have access to a modest fitness center off-site; for a more intense workout experience, guests can purchase a pass to the Club One gym located around the corner (fees apply). Visitors also are welcome to join in a complimentary evening wine hour. Dry-cleaning and laundry services are available as well (fees apply).
Valet and self parking are available (fees apply).
Transportation
- San Francisco International Airport (18 mi/29 km)
- Oakland International Airport (16 mi/26 km)
- Cable car stops (1 block)
- BART (6 blocks)
- MUNI bus (1 block)
Attractions
- Union Square
- SoMa
- Moscone Convention Center
- Fisherman's Wharf
Business
- Complimentary 24-hour business center
Hotel Union Square Rooms
- Standard Rooms
- Standard Rooms feature One Queen or two Double beds, Television, Bath, Complimentary Wireless Internet, Coffee Maker, Iron/Iron Board, and Hair Dryer.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Smoke-free policy
- General
- Smoke-free policy
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Dining
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- San Francisco, CA
- Nearby airports
- (SFO)San Francisco International Airport
- Area description
- Overlooks the Powell Street Cable Car Line at Union Square. Just steps to Macy's, Nordstroms, Saks, Neiman Marcus, Theaters and fine dining. Easy access to the financial district, Moscone Convention Center, Chinatown, Civic Center, and public transportation.
Nearby points of interest
- Union Square: 0.1 mi
- Kertesz Gallery: 0.2 mi
- Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.2 mi
- St Patrick's Church: 0.3 mi
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.4 mi
- Moscone Center: 0.4 mi
- Cartoon Art Museum: 0.4 mi
- Don Soker Gallery: 0.4 mi
- Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.5 mi
- 871 Fine Arts: 0.5 mi
- Grace Cathedral: 0.5 mi
- SoMa: 0.6 mi
- Cable Car Museum: 0.6 mi
- Civic Centre: 0.7 mi
- Nob Hill: 0.7 mi
- Union Square: 0.1 mi
- Kertesz Gallery: 0.2 mi
- Toomey Tourell Gallery: 0.2 mi
- St Patrick's Church: 0.3 mi
- San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: 0.4 mi
- Moscone Center: 0.4 mi
- Cartoon Art Museum: 0.4 mi
- Don Soker Gallery: 0.4 mi
- Old St Mary's Cathedral: 0.5 mi
- 871 Fine Arts: 0.5 mi
- Grace Cathedral: 0.5 mi
- SoMa: 0.6 mi
- Cable Car Museum: 0.6 mi
- Civic Centre: 0.7 mi
- Nob Hill: 0.7 mi
- Transamerica Pyramid: 0.7 mi
- San Francisco City Hall: 0.8 mi
- Chinatown: 0.8 mi
- San Francisco Symphony: 0.9 mi
- Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption: 0.9 mi
- Octagon House: 1 mi
- ATT Park: 1 mi
- Pioneer's Monument: 1 mi
- Ferry Building: 1 mi
- Haas Lilienthal House: 1.1 mi
- Lafayette Park: 1.1 mi
- Konko Church of San Francisco: 1.1 mi
- Coit Tower: 1.1 mi
- Japantown: 1.2 mi
- Japan Center: 1.2 mi
- Lombard Street: 1.4 mi
- Port of San Francisco: 1.5 mi
- Underwater World: 1.5 mi
- Aquarium of the Bay: 1.5 mi
- Ghirardelli Square: 1.6 mi
- Pier 39: 1.6 mi
- Wax Museum Entertainment Complex: 1.6 mi
- San Francisco Experience: 1.6 mi
- Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum: 1.6 mi
- Wyland Gallery: 1.6 mi
- Hyde Street Pier: 1.7 mi
- Musee Mecanique: 1.7 mi
- Mission Cliffs Rock Climbing Center: 1.8 mi
- Mission Delores: 1.8 mi
- Mission Dolores: 1.8 mi
Dining
- Johnny Foley's Irish House
- great place for a cold pint of your favorite brew. Tasty pub food in a lively environment.
- Tad's Steakhouse
- Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner is located adjacent to the entrance of the lobby.
- John's Grill
- A San Francisco landmark thaat open in 1908 and is home of the "Maltese Falcon." Open daily for lunch and dinner.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (140)
Ratings and reviews for Hotel Union Square
- All travelers (140) 3.6 / 5
- Business (32) 3.4 / 5
- Couples (61) 3.5 / 5
- Families (13) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (12) 3.5 / 5
- Singles (16) 3.6 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.2
- Room comfort:
- 3.5
- Location:
- 4.6
- Value:
- 3.6
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Graham
Excellent location, individual
Excellent location, individual decor in rooms and friendly service. Highly recommended.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
KRO
Nice hotel, lots of character
I was in town for a convention. This hotel was four blocks from the Moscone Center, by walking through the museum district and the gardens, and less than two blocks from the Westfield Shopping Center. Union Square is right up the road. Cablecar out front. Convenience store right across the street, and restaurants everywhere. The room was smaller than the illustrated example, and had no desk, but was otherwise very comfortable. This is an old building, but well-renovated. Good bed and nice bathroom facilities, with a big shower. The front desk personnel and concierge were excellent, always polite and helpful. I would definitely stay here again, but if you're traveling with someone, you need to ask ahead about the size of the room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
There's a simple steakhouse next door, and a good Chinese restaurant around the corner. Walk down to Market Street and get a hot dog. Plenty of places to eat within a three-block walk. Lots of variety!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Queen Deluxe Room
The hotel was great. I was worried about tiny rooms, weird smells and unfriendly staff when I read some of the other reviews. But, I didn't have that experience at all. The Queen Deluxe room was a great size for a couple. The bed was very comfortable, the bathroom was a great size - lots of room, and there was a large closet to put suitcases and such in. It's not a huge room, but it was plenty comfortable. We got room 415 that overlooked the courtyard. Not a great view at all, but at least there wasn't street noise. The staff was very friendly. The decor was fantastic - a very modern look to an old building feel. Additionally, the location was wonderful. Right near a lot of shopping/food and in walking distance to some great attractions of the city (Embarcadero, Ferry Building, etc).
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Cable Car Gal
great location
Good hotel to stay at if u don't plan on spending much time in your room. Location is GREAT! Steps away from the hotel is all the transportation u need and fairly easy to navigate. Cable Cars, Bart train station, other buses are right there. The beds weren't super comfortable as staying at a Hilton but good enough to get you through the nights. There are plenty of restaurants to eat at locally and shopping stores are more than available to you. The staff was very nice and accomodating. My original room was too small for my boyfriend and I so we called the front desk to change it and our needs were fulfilled. Housekeeping was good as well. No DVD player and TV channel selections were poor. An upgrade would be great, small refrigerators would be a great addition too. Not a super big deal but would have been nice to come back to a good show and relax after a long day out.People do want to come back to their room and have something decent to watch and not flip through 7 channels and just hope something is on other than News. If I had to stay here again I would!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
ColoradoGameCoders
Good Compared To Others
Relatively close to Moscone Center, but still 4 huge city block away. Goose down pillows. Low water pressure by nice shower head. Good enough, but wish all the hotel were $150 less expensive. I guess it depends on your budget. :-) Professional and friendly staff. Rooms were cleaned well!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Two great restaurants on either side: Tad's and Bangkock Thai.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
TT&MM
Little hidden treasure
The Hotel itself and staff were excellent. I only wish I had known how small the rooms were going to be. The bathroom especially was teeny! If you're going to be visiting the City and not be in your room too much time I would recommend Hotel Union Square.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Go to Colibri for the BEST blackberry Margaritas!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
convenient and affordable
This was a cozy place to stay overnight for a meeting. Near the hustle and bustle and the Powell street BART station, but surprisingly quiet (but that could be due to the fact that my windows only opened onto an interior chute--that would have been disappointing if I were vacationing). Nicely renovated, simple, but with some nice touches.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Hotel Union Square
the hotel had a nice theme, but the rooms were small an they charged an extra $30 just to park at your own hotel even after paying $300 bucks.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 1
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
there is plenty of things to do all within walking distance which is what made this hotel popular
Reviewer score
Would recommend
soils traveler
good location
Great location, hotel us neat and clean. Tasteful decoration, but rooms are small, and don't have individual air condition, i.e., it was hot at night.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Great location
A refrigerator in the room wouldv'e been great to have. The elevator kept on breaking, but we were lucky we stayed on the second floor. But the location was ideal because it was close to the cable car turnaround and the westfield mall.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Shopping tip:
Short walk from hotel
The westfield mall was right across the street and great shopping experience.