Chancellor Hotel on Union SquarevsSan Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf
Both hotels are praised by expert writers. On balance, San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf scores slightly higher than Chancellor Hotel on Union Square. San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf has a TripExpert Score of 82 with accolades from 8 publications like Star Service, Rough Guide and Zagat.
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
433 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
From $92/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"This charming boutique hotel offers comfortable beds, a full range of pillows and oversize bathtubs."
Fodor's
"This busy hotel is considered by many to be one of the best bets on Union Square for comfort without extravagance." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This boutique hotel bends over backwards to offer extra amenities at a bargain price."
Star Service
"This hotel is a contender for best small budget hotel. Its popularity with families and couples in search of a midrange comfort and convenience is justified.
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Gayot
"This boutique hotel was built in 1914 in Edwardian style and is located near the Powell Street cable car line."
Zagat
3.7
"The "appeal and romance" of "classic San Francisco" meets modern comforts at this "lovely", "updated" 1914 Downtown boutique with "impeccable" service."
Lonely Planet
"Built in 1914, the family-owned Chancellor has simple, if small, rooms with double-pane glass that blocks the noise of passing cable cars." Full review
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For quiet, book rear-facing rooms.
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Chancellor Hotel doesn't have loads of amenities, but for those seeking a great, central location and a bit of boutique charm, it might fit the bill." Full review
Time Out
"This family-run, 137-room hotel is another historic gem that’s withstood the test of time." Full review
San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf
1250 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
From $119/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
Star
"Housed in a historic former Civil War barracks perched above the bay, and set between the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf, this is a choice option for outdoorsy travellers."
Fodor's
"After years of dust, the hotel has finally completed a slew of enhancements, making this property a good choice for families and business travelers wanting to be on the fringes of Fisherman's Wharf."
i
Splurge on a wharf-facing room on floors three and above for a quieter night's sleep.
DK Eyewitness
"Poised precisely between Fisherman’s Wharf and North Beach, the Marriott offers above-average accommodation in a central location."
Star Service
"This hotel may lack the colorful local flavor and epicenter location of the superior Argonaut, but it is a dependable bet that easily bests the Holiday Inn." Full review
Gayot
"This understated beige-stucco hotel is one of the largest in the Fisherman's Wharf area."
Zagat
4.0
""Take advantage" of being "right on Fisherman's Wharf" at this "well-maintained" Marriott, which is "fun" for a "weekend getaway"."