Hotel Overview
Nice Location and Value
Only problem was the key cards. I had to have them recoded about 4 times in 2 days. Very annoying...
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katiej310
- Dec 24, 2011
Great location
Friendly staff. Free drink tickets were appreciated.
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arty1
- Dec 20, 2011
Legendary grandeur with modern convenience and views in Union Square
Grand in architecture and design, the Sir Francis Drake is a majestic hotel with connections to the past and present. The restored 1930s lobby -- complete with classically attired doormen -- invokes the Italian renaissance, while rooms boast modern conveniences such as TV and high-speed Internet access (fees apply). Food lovers appreciate tasty dishes from Scala's Bistro, while the views of the city from legendary lounge Harry Denton's Starlight Room are second to none. The hotel is part of the Kimpton chain.
Sir Francis Drake, a Kimpton Hotel Rooms
- King Connecting to Parlor
- King Connecting to Parlor, 225 square feet, Aveda bath amenities, TV and DVD player
- Queen Deluxe Room
- Queen Deluxe Room with 182 square feet, Aveda bath amenities and a Flat Screen TV
- Queen Queen Deluxe Room
- Queen Queen Deluxe Room, 207 Square feet, Aveda Bath Amenities, Flat Screen TV
- Towers Level King Room
- Towers Level King Room 225 square feet, Aveda Bath amenities, Flat Screen TV
- Towers Level Queen Queen
- Towers Level Queen Queen room with two queen beds, 236 square feet, Aveda bath amenities
Hotel Map
450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
- Area served
- SFO-San Francisco
- Nearby airports
- SFO- San Francisco International Airport, (SFO), 17.00, S, Mile; OAK- Oakland International Airport, (OAK), 20.00, S, Mile; SJC - San Jose International Airport, (SJC), 46.00, N, Mile
- Area description
- Downtown - Near Theaters, Financial District and Moscone Convention Center, City
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- 24 Hour Security
- Air Conditioned
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant
- ATM/Cash Machine
- Audio Visual Equipment
- Business center
- CD Player
- City Center
- Coffee Shop
- Concierge Desk
- Connecting Rooms
- Cordless Phone
- Desk with Lamp
- DVD Player
- Electronic Door Locks
- Elevators
- Grab Bars in Bathroom
- Hairdryer in Room
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Iron
- Ironing Board
- Laundry/Valet Services
- Lounge
- Maid Service
- Mini Bar
- Night Club
- Pets allowed
- Phone with speaker
- Porters
- Radio
- Room Service
- Safe
- Safe Deposit Box
- Satellite TV
- Spa services
- Sprinklers In Rooms
- Telephone
- Television with Cable
- Temperature Control
- TV
- TV Remote Control
- Wake-up Service
Dining
- Scalas Bistro
- Scalas Bistro located on the main level of the Sir Francis Drake Hotel features an award-winning Italian and French inspired menu with breakfast lunch and dinner served daily.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 3:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 12:00 PM
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 (86)
Ratings and reviews for Sir Francis Drake, a Kimpton Hotel
- All travelers (86) 3.8 / 5
- Business (14) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (46) 3.6 / 5
- Families (10) 3.6 / 5
- Friends (4) 3.8 / 5
- Singles (7) 3.9 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (3) 4.7 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.6
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 3.7
- Location:
- 4.7
- Value:
- 3.7
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
katiej310
Nice Location and Value
Only problem was the key cards. I had to have them recoded about 4 times in 2 days. Very annoying to get to your room and not have the card work not once but 4 times!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
In Hotel
Scala is very good. Not sure if it was just the time of year but reservations were needed for dinner.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
arty1
Great location
Friendly staff. Free drink tickets were appreciated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
Ask about parking vouchers wherever you go in the city...really helps.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
peggysue
girls shopping weekend
great location friendly staff rooms very small do not take room on Powell street very noisy till mn due to cable cars running have stayed there before room not on Powell street was very quiet most of the older hotels have very small rooms okay with me but some travelers would not like it fantastic places to eat nearby
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
CFFF
Rooms too small.
The standard room is smaller than my closet, but it is an older hotel. Wish they had coffee in room, but there is no room. Had to either go to lobby or Starbucks. Staff was excellent and it was right in union square. Cable cars were loud though.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Nightlife tip:
Short walk from hotel
Go somewhere else for drinks and entertainment.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SEAJ
Good
Business traveler friendly, quiet, clean, helpful staff.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
feddasaur
Easy Shopping Weekend
Stayed for a weekend getaway. Excellent location with shopping and restaraunts well within walking distance. A bit noisy if you do not find the clang of the cable car bells desirable. The minus for me was that the heating/cooling vent was right over the bed, so when the AC kicked in, it got pretty cold.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Royhs
Sir Francis Drake
The hotel is centrally located. One block from Union Square. The trolley stops right infront of the hotel. The staff was friendly and very helpful. We got a great price for the Labor Day weekend.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Cheesecake Factory located at the top of Macy's.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Hiker
Charming, clean, stylish, friendly hotel
Stayed last weekend of July. Perfect size hotel. Great stay. Had a corner unit on 5th floor. comfortable beds and nice linens. Very clean. Has the charm of the early 20th century. Adds to the joy and sophistication of staying on the city in a beautiful building. Friendly staff and great location. Surprised by the bad reviews. Not your typical chain hotel. Highly recommend.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Long walk from hotel
Walk the neighborhood and enjoy nob hill and coit tower.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
joon
Great staff
Great location, small room, awesome staff.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
phdgal
Good price, very helpful staff
We were in town for a friend's wedding, and this was the hotel she recommended. Used to live in the Bay Area, so was well aware that everything would be pricey and the Union Square area would be crowded and a little noisy. The deal we found through [...]was competitive with (and actually, quite a bit cheaper than) other hotels in the area. The first night we were in a room right next to the elevators, which was extremely noisy. In the morning, spoke to the front desk, and they were very accommodating. They offered to move us before noon, and actually did so before 10 am. They were also quick to bring us extra pillows when we asked. Everyone we dealt with was very friendly, from housekeeping, to front desk, to bell captains. The rooms were really tiny, but clean and trendy. Was a little surprised to not find body lotion among the toiletries in the bathrooms, but there is a Walgreens just across the street. Keeping in mind that this is an old building (though nicely remodeled) in the heart of Union Square, it suited our needs just fine.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
