Hotel Bijou - Union Square

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Interior
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Interior entrance
Property entrance

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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111 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Warfield Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Union Square, Hotel Bijou - Union Square is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Moscone Convention Center and Union Square. The 65 rooms at this 4-star hotel include coffee makers, flat-screen TVs, and soaking bathtubs.

What's nearby

  • Warfield Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Union Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • Market St & 5th St Stop - 2 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cable55 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Melt - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kin Khao - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Bijou - Union Square

Timezone: America/Los_Angeles

Discover incomparable charm in any of our 65 guestrooms and suites. We offer delightful amenities such as free high-speed Internet access, full tub and shower, and more. 


Located in the Hotel Bijou, Gibson combines elegant and exceptional cocktails with a thoughtful menu subtly influenced by smoke and live fire. The casual yet refined bar and restaurant are designed to encourage sharing, community and conviviality. 


We are located in the heart of downtown, just blocks from Union Square, the Financial District, and some of the most popular attractions in the city. Visit Alcatraz, Golden Gate Park, Sausalito, and more, all just minutes from us.


A stay at Hotel Bijou provides a unique experience, placing you on the set of some of your favorite movies at our Union Square San Francisco hotel. Besides elegant, stylish décor, exceptional service, and a prime location in the heart of downtown San Francisco, Bijou also offers San Francisco luxury hotel amenities that seasoned travelers have come to expect. Spend the day exploring our city then retire to your guestroom outfitted with plush comforters, complimentary high-speed Internet access, and more. We can’t wait to welcome you to our hotel near Powell Street in San Francisco.
Amenities at Hotel Bijou:

$15 dine in credit at Gibson Restaurant
Cable television
High-speed wireless Internet access
Two-line phone with voicemail & data port
Full tub & shower
Writing desk
Iron & ironing board
Electric lock
100% non-smoking room
ADA-compliant guestrooms available
Pets welcome, subject to $25 daily cleaning fee
On request turn down service
Flat Screen TV
In-Room spa services - 4 hour advance notice is needed
Gilchrist and Soames Bath Amenities
In-Room Fitness Kit available upon request
Personalized concierge service
This property does not provide air conditioning, fans are provided in all rooms. 



Valet parking is available: $45 plus tax for standard sized cars & $55 plus tax for oversized cars and SUVs. 


$25.00 pet cleaning fee paid directly to the hotel if applicable. 

$25 Urban Fee plus Tax per night will be collected at the property.


 


Gibson Restaurant -  Live fire cooking, with charcoal-grilled sourdough bread. The bread is offered with an assortment of spreads and, like much of the rest of the menu, is intended for sharing.


  Located in the heart of downtown

40-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels and Netflix. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, portable fans, and safes are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available from 6:00 AM to midnight; USD 55 per night; discounts available

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Ciaorigato

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1911
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - January 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 25
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 29.38 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 55.00 per night (250 ft away; open 6:00 AM to midnight)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay plus USD 25 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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: 3:00 PM—-1:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 21 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hotel Bijou - Union Square caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bijou Hotel
Bijou San Francisco
Hotel Bijou
Hotel Bijou San Francisco
Bijou Hotel San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Hotel Bijou - Union Square?

This hotel is situated in Union Square within a short 5-minute walk of Union Square and also 11 minutes on foot from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. You'll also find Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Bijou - Union Square?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for USD 55.00 per night (discounts available).

Does Hotel Bijou - Union Square have a casino?

No, Hotel Bijou - Union Square doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Bijou - Union Square?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Bijou - Union Square good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a soaking tub, premium bedding, and Netflix.

Does Hotel Bijou - Union Square have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Bijou - Union Square have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Bijou - Union Square doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Bijou - Union Square allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel Bijou - Union Square for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Bijou - Union Square?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Bijou - Union Square?

The closest major airport to Hotel Bijou - Union Square is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 13.9 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is located 19.5 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Bijou - Union Square?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Bijou - Union Square.

Hotel Bijou - Union Square Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 859 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 859 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 859 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 859 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 859 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

hua-ching

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly offer to come up and help with TV connection. Wifi didn't work. Room was noisy from city life which is normal. The hotel did offer ear plugs. Room was hot. No AC in this hotel. They did offer a fan but still hot. Restaurant at the hotel had good food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

henry, Kenner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very wonderful location. And transportation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

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

8/10 Good

Arash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and friendly staff but the location has much to be desired as it's located in a very rough neighborhood. Shout out to Emilia at the restaurant who went the extra mile to help me out, it was appreciated!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reclaiming the city after ten years away! I’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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

Hidden Gem in SF

Hotel Bijou is clean, elegant, convenient and less than nearby chain hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good but flawed

I've got complicated feelings. I frequently visit SF and stayed here as opposed to my normal hotel largely because this hotel was about $20 cheaper than my normal hotel; this was perhaps a mistake. First of all, it's nice enough. It's clean, the beds are clean, the rooms are nice, that's a major positive about it. That aside, I had a couple problems. 1) As described in the listing, there is no A/C. While A/C is generally not needed due to SF's temperate climate, hotels are large buildings and they're not always well-ventilated. I expected no A/C and anticipated a fan and windows that open. The fan, unexpectedly, wasn't a ceiling fan - it was a tower fan, on the floor, and didn't do much to cool the bed overnight. I tried opening the window but couldn't get it to stay open; because my stay was only for one night, I didn't call the front desk, so the window problems could easily have been user error on my part. :) 2) I don't love the area around the hotel. The vast majority of the Union Square area is safe, despite all of the rantings in the news these days, but this hotel was just a little bit too close to a couple blocks seemingly managed by absentee landlords so, unlike the rest of the Union Square area, there was more of a permanent & unusually aggressive homeless presence within a block or so of the hotel. SF is far safer than the news implies but I was quite surprised at how aggressive some of them were on a Saturday afternoon immediately after Labor Day weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint, historic. No airconditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

2/10 Terrible

Yana

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

MARY

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Pros: - Hotel decor is cute, particularly in the lobby. - Staff are friendly and helpful. - very close to the Powell cable car turnaround and the Powell BART station. Cons: - There were so many homless people outside that my kids felt unsafe to walk in the evening. - no air conditioning in the rooms! The fan they provided is not enough. If you open the window, it’s noisy because of tge homeless people outside. - There’s this certain smell along the corridor that I cannot describe. I seems musty due to lack of proper ventilation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Thais

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like that this property does not have air conditioner. this was a last minute reservation and I didn't know this. They have a fan in thee room but I also need to open the windows. For the rest it was a beautifull hotel and very clean. Confortable bed and pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas, HAWTHORNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Homeless people are outside the front door on the sidewalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Terrible
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Corina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maverick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Meow
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Edgewood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel considering the price. The hotel is very clean, and the restaurant/bar is great. The staff are warm and friendly. But there was a lot of noise and yelling at all hours of the night, and our room was very warm without the heater on so we had to leave the window open. Overall, a good experience. I would stay here again, I’d just bring some noise-canceling headphones.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Derek

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

6/10 Okay

Kacey

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

Nice hotel, bad area

I thought reviews would be exaggerating the sketchiness of the area but it is unfortunetly one of the lesser parts of San Francisco. What was most upsetting is when I see "parking available" I expect it to be on property. However, I had to park in a third part lot on the over side of the street for $50. They should not advertise parking if it is not their or reliable. Additionally "breakfast" was some yogurt, muffins, and coffee. The room did look nice and was clean. Could have used a mini fridge or microwave. And I am not sure how I felt that the door was a passcode instead of a usual hotel door key. Not the worse stay but lot to take into account to determine if this is the place for you/worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lena, redding

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

4/10 Poor

Prin, Throsby

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The front desk staff were nice (all of them). The room was a little dark. The area is close to public transport and easy to travel but a lot of homeless in that area and near the hotel. You will walk pass them when you go back and forth to the hotel. I am a solo male traveller. Of course, they wont do anything to you, but you still feel something. I know its nothing to do with the hotel. But it is something that San Francisco needs to look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025