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Beacon Grand, A Union Square HotelvsQueen Anne Hotel
Both Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel and Queen Anne Hotel are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel scores significantly higher than Queen Anne Hotel. Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel comes in at #14 in San Francisco with accolades from 16 reviewers such as Condé Nast Traveler, Rough Guide and Jetsetter.
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
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450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
From $175/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "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."
Michelin Guide "This San Francisco landmark is all prince and no pauper."
Frommer's "This landmark hotel is one of San Francisco's grand dames, operating continuously since 1928 in the heart of Union Square." Full review
Fodor's "The renovation was just what this ole gal needed, injecting her with new life and energy." Full review
Insight Guides "A $20-million renovation has recast guestrooms in a lovely sage green, cream, and plum color scheme."
DK Eyewitness "A long-established Union Square hotel, the Sir Francis Drake glows in Art Deco splendor."
Time Out "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
Star Service "This is a colorful San Francisco treat with a reputation as one of the more interesting and engaging boutique-style hotels." Full review
Gayot "Now under the Kimpton Hotels umbrella, this property is one of San Francisco's better-known landmark hotels."
BlackBook "Lavish European rococo swathed in rich royal colors in lobby of 1928 gem. Old-school ambience at a reasonable rack rate."
Queen Anne Hotel Rough Guide Fodor's
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Oyster
Not For Tourists
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1590 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA
From $107/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide Star
"Gloriously restored Victorian building enjoying its second life as a boutique B&B."
Fodor's "This Victorian mansion has a large comfortable parlor decorated in burgundy brocade, lace, and heirloom antiques." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located near popular San Francisco destinations... the Queen Anne Hotel on Sutter Street is from the days of large Painted Lady Victorian mansions." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Queen Anne is a beautiful Victorian hotel, built in 1890. Each room is done up differently with antique furniture and authentic decorations."
Time Out "One of the more successful olde-worlde hotel operations in San Francisco, the Queen Anne is, as its name suggests, housed in an extremely handsome old Victorian property." Full review
Star Service "This is one of the best of its ilk in the city, a cheerful Victorian with an authentic and over-the-top period style that consistently thrills midrange traditionalists." Full review
Gayot "Dating back to 1890, this massive Victorian reigns over the Pacific Heights neighborhood from a prominent corner position."
Oyster Mid-Range
"Located a bit far from tourist attractions, the hotel is for travelers seeking intimacy and historic charm." Full review
Not For Tourists "When you look at the old mansions in Pacific Heights, you can’t help but wonder if they might be haunted. Well they are. At least that’s what Jim Fassbinder, leader of San Francisco Ghost..."
EuroCheapo Editor's Pick
"This splurge-worthy three-star hotel may be over the top for some, but if you’re looking for a frilly and luxurious taste of history, it’s just the place for you." Full review
