"The Sir Francis Drake’s lobby is a hallucinogenic evocation of all things heraldic... the Sir Francis Drake’s lobby is a hallucinogenic evocation of all things heraldic."

"This San Francisco landmark is all prince and no pauper."

"This landmark hotel is one of San Francisco's grand dames, operating continuously since 1928 in the heart of Union Square." Full review

"The renovation was just what this ole gal needed, injecting her with new life and energy." Full review

"A $20-million renovation has recast guestrooms in a lovely sage green, cream, and plum color scheme."

"n its prestigious Powell Street perch just above Union Square, the venerable Sir Francis Drake Hotel, built in 1928, has something to offer just about everyone." Full review

"This is a colorful San Francisco treat with a reputation as one of the more interesting and engaging boutique-style hotels." Full review

"Now under the Kimpton Hotels umbrella, this property is one of San Francisco'€™s better-known landmark hotels."

"Lavish European rococo swathed in rich royal colors in lobby of 1928 gem. Old-school ambience at a reasonable rack rate."

""Nothing beats the Beefeater opening the front door" of this "classic landmark" Kimpton, which oozes "amazing style and attitude"."