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Beacon Grand, A Union Square HotelvsSan Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf
Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel scores significantly better than San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf. Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 87 with endorsements from 16 publications such as Insight Guides, Frommer's and Star Service.
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Insight Guides
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook Show All Reviews
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."
San Francisco Marriott Fisherman's Wharf Rough Guide Fodor's DK Eyewitness Star Service Gayot
Zagat
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."
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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."
Zagat4.0
""Take advantage" of being "right on Fisherman's Wharf" at this "well-maintained" Marriott, which is "fun" for a "weekend getaway"."
