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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

4.0 star property

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Restaurant
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Restaurant
Restaurant
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

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

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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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, Mobility Accessible (High Floor)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

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

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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

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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite (Beacon)

Grand Suite (Beacon)

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • 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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Junior Suite

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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About the area

San Francisco

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel is centrally located in San Francisco, a 5-minute walk from Dragon's Gate and 7 minutes by foot from Westfield San Francisco Centre. .This historic hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grace Cathedral and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Moscone Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • San Francisco City Hall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pier 39 - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

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

  • ‪Union Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cocktail Haven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shelton Theater - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Historic hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel offers 418 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 418 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Make use of convenient amenities such as concierge services, wedding services, and a ballroom.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Free cot

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
  • Lift (104 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 21 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1928
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • 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 films

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 87.33 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

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

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1189 out of 1694 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1694 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1694 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1694 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1694 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

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice please
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

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

10/10 Excellent

Frances

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Cant wait to go back!

While I was only there for 1. night, let me say that this stay was jist what I needed. From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed to SF with notbing but great service and professionalism. I got in early and they were super accommodating and got my room ready. The housekeeper
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel a block from Union Square. Book reservations at the Starlite Room! Close to everything you can walk or a quick Uber. Great staycation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Olivia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kohei

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Cheyenne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic, historical hotel with the elegance of the guilded age but modern amenities. All staff was helpful and friendly. We had the best service. The Starlight Room was a unique and wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel, is a truly exceptional stay that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury. From the moment you step into the grand lobby, you’re welcomed by warm, attentive staff who set the tone for an elevated guest experience. Every detail—from the rich architectural heritage to the sophisticated design elements—evokes a timeless elegance that feels both storied and refined. Hotel manager Lev graciously offered us a private tour, highlighting the thoughtful preservation of its historic features while showcasing contemporary enhancements. The rooms are tastefully appointed, offering a level of comfort and opulence that reflects the hotel’s heritage, and the newly renovated bathrooms are particularly impressive. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, the hotel offers easy access to public transit including the subway, historic tram carts, Waymo, Uber, and Lyft—making exploration seamless. The crown jewel is the top floor, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the city skyline—a must-see whether you’re staying for business or leisure. The on-site bar is a pleasant surprise, offering refined drinks at a price point that feels accessible given the upscale ambiance. In every sense, Beacon Grand is more than just a place to stay—it’s a destination in itself. Highly recommended for those seeking a unique, luxurious experience in the heart of San Francisco.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Analissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley

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

8/10 Good

Shideh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grecia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The design is classic and beautiful, but what really made our stay was the friendly and helpful staff, and the fantastic dining recommendations they made.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought everything about my stay was very good. The only issue was the hallway on my floor was very dated looking. It needs a refresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

KHACHIK L

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel, The Colony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Hotel, thank you for your hospitality
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the room renovations, friendly staff and def close to other convienent stores and restaurants like mc Donald’s, drug store and ect. Love valet services but a little pricy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nice room, poor service mindset

Hotel is well located and the rooms are lovely, my room was wonderful. What lets this property down is the service level. The front desk team don’t really care about customers. Room service was appalling, they were banging on the door at 9am then left the room untouched until after 1pm when I had to chafe the team down. They then left the door unsecured when they finished. Really bad and this pushes me away from recommending this hotel. Simply not good enough and there was zero interest from others in the team.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with lots of charm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

SF is back.

Beautifully updated. It was cold and room couldn't go above 71 degrees. SF is back though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025