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Marriott Marquis San FranciscovsJW Marriott San Francisco Union Square
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square ranks slightly better than San Francisco Marriott Marquis. JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square comes in at 82 with praise from 10 publications such as Forbes Travel Guide, Oyster and DK Eyewitness.
Marriott Marquis San Francisco
Frommer's
Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
Zagat
Not For Tourists
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
780 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
From $144/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "A popular stop for conventiongoers and those looking for a room with a view... The rooms... are pleasant, vibrant, and contemporary with large bathrooms and exceptional city vistas." Full review
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Upon arrival, enter from Fourth Street, between Market and Mission streets, to avoid a long trek to the registration area.
Fodor's "The distinctive design of this 40-story hotel has been compared to a parking meter and a jukebox... the public spaces and guest rooms have received attention as well." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"This 1,499-room business behemoth ideally straddles SoMa, the Financial District, and Union Square." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Families always appreciate the indoor pool and the fact that children under 18, when accompanied by an adult, can stay there free."
Star Service "Marriott's best in the city is currently the lively boutique Adagio, with the larger San Francisco Marriott Union Square coming in at a close second." Full review
Gayot "This hulking hotel --- situated near Yerba Buena Gardens and the Moscone Convention Center --- is affectionately referred to as the Jukebox by locals, because of its scalloped shape."
Zagat4.2
"Conventioneers and tourists "love" "coming home" to this "vibrant" Downtown "favorite" – which "lives up to the Marriott name" with "modern", "beautiful" rooms."
Not For Tourists "The steep drink prices you're paying at the roof lounge are really for the magnificent 180-degree view."
The Telegraph7.0
"San Francisco's Marriott Marquis offers comfort, convenience and ample unexpected amenities, such as a 39th-floor cocktail bar, a two-storey gym and a chic, artisanal restaurant." Full review
U.S. News & World Report50.0
"Just off Powell Street near the Yerba Buena Gardens, the San Francisco Marriott Marquis sits within easy reach of the city's transportation circuits (including the legendary cable cars),..." Full review
JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square
Rough Guide Fodor's DK Eyewitness
Time Out Star Service Gayot Zagat
Forbes Travel Guide
Jetsetter
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
500 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
From $143/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "Its rooms are a tech-lover’s dream – each is equipped with a 42-inch LCD TV with a plug-in panel, Bose sound system, ergonomic office chair, and wireless internet."
Fodor's "The hotel features a state-of-the-art fitness room and technologically savvy meeting rooms." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The public areas are glamorous, and the bedrooms refined and elegant. Business travelers will find the staff extremely helpful."
Time Out "Rebranded in 2006, the former Pan Pacific hotel is far enough from Union Square that guests can avoid the crush, but close enough that the shops are mere steps away." Full review
Star Service "At the corner of Mason Street, one block west of Union Square, and six blocks shy of the Bank America Center and the Financial District, this...is in an excellent location for business and pleasure." Full review
Gayot "Despite its size (21 stories and 329 rooms in all), the JW Marriott San Francisco has a decidedly intimate atmosphere amid the bustle of Union Square."
Zagat4.5
""Far above par", this Downtown "luxury" chain outpost "delights", from the bright "soaring" lobby to the "comfortable" quarters."
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square is a colorful and urbane hotel just steps from San Francisco’s bustling Union Square, the Financial District and the Embarcadero." Full review
Jetsetter "A casual, tranquil vibe above the hubbub of downtown (an impressive feat in a 337-room hotel), and a staff quick to anticipate your every need." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The hotel tends to attract a strong following of business travelers, but the great bathrooms and amenities, as well as proximity to Union Square, would appeal to travelers of all stripes." Full review
