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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, San Francisco City Hall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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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

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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

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

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

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

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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

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

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Grand Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

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

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Mobility Accessible

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

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Grand Suite (Beacon)

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

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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 - 0.0 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Francisco City Hall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 1.8 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

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

About this property

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Historic hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
At Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel , guests have access to a meeting room, express check-out, and a water dispenser. Valet parking is available for USD 84.02 per night, and there's also limo/town car service. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, 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 reception hall, a porter/bellhop, 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 84.02 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

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 41.20 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 84.02 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
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. 
  • 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

Sir Francis Drake Hotel
Sir Drake Hotel

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 Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel on Nov 1, 2025 start from $174.3, 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 is there to do close to Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

This hotel is situated in Union Square within a short 1-minute walk of Union Square and also 12 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.

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

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 84.02 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

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

Are there hot tubs at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

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?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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 at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel .

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. 1234 out of 1762 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1762 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1762 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1762 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1762 reviews

9.4/10

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

Blessed

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garettel and Hannah were very welcoming from the moment we arrived until the moment we checked out. They made the experience a 10/10. The room was beautiful, clean, and organized. Everyone was incredibly helpful and friendly, including the doorman and restaurant staff (Jax). The location was great for accessing the cable cars, even though the cable cars themselves weren’t that impressive. Still, everything was very walkable and easy to reach by Uber/Waymo. I would definitely recommend this place 10/10 and will be staying here again anytime I’m in Frisco.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the ambiance of the hotel. Very pretty! Great staff! Hotel is in walking distance of several locations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert, Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Clean , treated with respect and Kindness It’s just needed a dance floor on the Starlight Bar
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we love this hotel! it is the only place we will stay in SF.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Artie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Room with a view!

We are always excited to return to the Beacon Grand, as it is one of our favorite destinations. Unfortunately, during this visit, we noticed a significant amount of dust buildup in the hallways and even in the rooms. We noticed in our room this time around. It seems that the rooms could benefit from some additional cleaning attention. Despite this, the Beacon Grand remains a fantastic location; Union Square is just a block away, and there is an incredible top-floor lounge that includes a lobby bar. All in all, we will be back for another visit soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayesh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Maid service was excellent. Really nice bar called starlight at the rooftop with great views. Would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employees are excellent and very accommodating. The location is great. We had a pleasant stay overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cruz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always LOVE staying at the Beacon Grand, our favorite place in SF!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cerina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service was exceptional! We were greeted and helped right away from arriving. They even sent up a sweet treat for my Grandma who was celebrating her 90th birthday!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Spencer

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grygorii

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryant

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gursewak Singh

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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