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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3.5 star property
Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Meeting facility
Property entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lombard Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Air Conditioning)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(504 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (No Air Conditioning)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Air Conditioning)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(125 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Romance, No Air Conditioning) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Romance, No Air Conditioning)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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C Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning) | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

C Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard 2 Double Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard 2 Double Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Union Square, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is adjacent to Union Square with other popular attractions like Lombard Street within a couple of miles (3 km). This 137-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Post St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cocktail Haven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Westin St Francis - Imperial Room - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Edwardian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a microwave in a common area, a computer station, and a porter/bellhop.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, free local calls, and safes.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 15 floors
  • Built in 1914
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 45.00 per day(656 ft away; open 24 hours)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Air conditioning is not provided.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square on Oct 5, 2025 start from $118.15, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see near Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

This hotel is situated in Union Square within a short 1-minute walk of Union Square and also 11 minutes on foot from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. You'll also find Embarcadero Center and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square include a casino on the premises?

No, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillow menu as well as a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Chancellor Hotel on Union Square allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

The closest major airport to Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 18.9 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 14.3 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square.

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2075 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 661 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 2940 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 2940 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Clean, updated and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible hotel with the old world charm and modern conveniences. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good times
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vic

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We are return customers at this very well-kept property with reasonable prices and great location. Service merits an awesome review.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that everything was at a walking distance, the location was incredibly convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myron, Seattle

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home. Love the room, very clean, pillows great and the bed comforter also. Room temperature is perfect. Love the deep bath tub and the water strong. Staff super friendly, cookies great spa water coffee tea popcorn. Everything is here. Dont look anywhere else. Excellent service. 5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aubrey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arun, Charlotte

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect little hotel with old time charm

Amazing place and fantastic service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, nice customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent and the location was perfect. We enjoyed the renovated room and the warm cookies at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel, Stanwood

Traveled with family
The hotel was OK, clean, great staff. No air conditioning, but that’s OK this time of year, supposed to get one complementary bottle of wine each night, but I had to remind them each day. Great housekeeping. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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