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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 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.)
    ‪24 min drive‬
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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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8.8 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
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Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor & View)

9.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
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Grand Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
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Grand Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (High Floor)

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

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Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom (View)

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

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  • 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 - 0.1 miles
  • 450 Sutter Building - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 5 min walk - 0.3 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪OneUp Restaurant & Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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 reception hall. 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 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 wedding services, a porter/bellhop, and a water dispenser.
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

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 Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel on May 3, 2026 start from $238, 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 within a 10-minute walk of Union Square and Palace Hotel. You'll also find Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay within a short drive.

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.

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

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

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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, you won't find 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. 1361 out of 1947 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1947 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1947 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1947 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1947 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous Hotel. Staff were very friendly. Room although small was very clean and cute. Trolly stop right at the corner that takes you to Ghirardelli Square. I recommend a room on higher floor for a city view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

patty

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was clean, service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience and two free welcome drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodolfo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was great rooms are clean! Small compact rooms with minimal counter space, which is understandable on such a historical building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kyle

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic hotel in the heart of San Francisco, friendly staff, rooms are beautiful and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Heather, bronx

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Size of room. Beautiful lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice, very spacious lobby and nice decoration during Christmas. Staff was very helpful and polite. We stayed on the 15th floor and the view was very enjoyable. Only "problem" was the room was not as big, however, it was very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The quality of the rooms are clean and homie, with memorable views of Union Square (in the winter time with its ice skating rink and Christmas holiday decorations). My only real gripe is that my shower wasn’t as warm as I am used to; and I don’t take piping hot showers. I totally would stay here, again. Felt like I was smack-dab in the middle of the city. In the morning, you hear the city come alive with the sounds of the historic trollies and weekday hubbub.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wylie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Pleasant Hill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk and valet service was excellent, room was beautiful, and I was so appreciative that the beacon was so accommodating with our last-minute reservation. I look forward to coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We always stay at the Beacon Grand when we’re in SF for the holidays. The staff is always very friendly, and they welcome our dog!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

4/10 Poor

Alma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Esthetic room but that’s about it. Central heater, vent suction in restroom and coffee machine were not working. No warm environment found in hotel. I felt I was being follow to elevator. My stay was for 3 days and almost every single time there was staff members following me to the elevator but not once they say good morning or good evening as I walk in to the hotel. I visit the Westin to see the cookie castle and ohh my goodness were they welcoming and happy to have us there. The Ambiance was incredible noticeable. My advice invest more on your staff it make a world of a difference when you have happy employees.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent very professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Alaleh

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms are small, don’t have the amenities usually seen in a 4 stars hotel like slippers, robes, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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