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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

4.0 star property
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Grand Suite (Beacon) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Grand Suite (Beacon) | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, pay movies
Lobby lounge
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Business services

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450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬
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Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor & View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor & View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor & View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor & View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (High Floor)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (High Floor)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (View)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Suite (Beacon) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Grand Suite (Beacon)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Union Square, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Dragon's Gate and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Westfield San Francisco Centre. The 418 rooms at this 4-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and premium bedding.

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 450 Sutter Building - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Warfield Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Sutter St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cocktail Haven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪OneUp Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

At Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel , guests have access to a meeting room, express check-out, and a porter/bellhop. Valet parking is available for USD 90.06 per night, and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this historic hotel include a banquet hall, a water dispenser, and wedding services.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 55-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (USD 90.06 per night; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 45 for adults and USD 10 to 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 21 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 87.33 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 41.19 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • Phone calls

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 45.00 for adults, and USD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 90.06 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 87.33 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel on Jul 3, 2026 start from $286, including 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 is there to do close to Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

This hotel is situated in Union Square, just steps from Union Square, and within a 10-minute walk of SF Masonic Auditorium and Palace Hotel. You'll also find San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Embarcadero Center less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 90.06 per night with in/out privileges.

Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic hotel include premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead along with a bar/lounge.

Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel for a fee of USD 87.33 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

The closest major airport to Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 19.4 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 14.4 mi away (30-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a terrace where guests can enjoy city and courtyard views.

Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel .

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1428 out of 2063 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 2063 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 2063 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 2063 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 2063 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location, staff were amazing and the hotel still held its charm
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jenifer

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room could have been cleaner. Staff was great. Starlite room is a must!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel in the centre of San Francisco.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and very friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fantastic -very helpful and friendly and accommodating to pets. I stayed on a weekend and the hotel was bustling with guests to the rooftop and lobby bars.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, terrific view from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great,old hotel. Friendly staff, great bartenders in the lobby bar. will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and the staff were super accommodating and were very nice the entire stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, excellent location and a great bar and restaurant. Definitely a good place to stay whenever visiting the city
Queen Room
A touch of hospitality which my kids loved. Thanks Sebastien
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Navado

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay here. Room was great, awesome views. Celebrated my 1st year anniversary and Valentine’s Day here and they were accommodating to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nelofar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel, bedrooms and bathrooms are small.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful interior and a wonderful staff!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ivanna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff. Great food and room service. Wonderful rooms and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely amazing. They let us check in early our room was great! They put our family on same floor like requested honestly our experience here was exceptional! Thank you to the staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Niloofar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, and friendly staff. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were polite, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. Overall, a pleasant experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room! Both bars on site very beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderfully restored hotel in the heart of San Francisco. Room was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the beacon grand!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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