The St. Regis San FranciscovsBeacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by writers. Overall, The St. Regis San Francisco is preferred by most reviewers compared to Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel. The St. Regis San Francisco comes in at #1 in San Francisco with praise from 22 publications like Jetsetter, Michelin Guide and The Telegraph.
The St. Regis San Francisco Show All Reviews
125 Third Street, San Francisco, CA
From $400/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Rough Guide
"Visually stunning modern design aesthetics – it’s almost like staying inside a work of art."
Michelin Guide
"This temple of sophistication is a perfect example of why SoMa is so hot."
Frommer's
"The latest in full-blown high-tech luxury is yours at this über-chic 40-story SoMa tower." Full review
Concierge
"Staying here can feel a little like you've discovered how to control others with your mind: Your desires are often fulfilled before you knew you had them."
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Request a room not facing Third Street if you're a light sleeper, though you'll sacrifice the gorgeous west-facing view of Twin Peaks.
Fodor's
"Though this may be the most luxurious hotel in the city, guests often remark that it's hipper and more modern than other hotels in the St. Regis chain." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Built in 2005, the St. Regis offers the best in luxury." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Directly adjacent to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, this hotel is the true epitome of luxury – their butler service brings “any request and whim to realization.”"
Star Service
"St. Regis San Francisco harbors public space and guest rooms on the first 20 floors, and floors 22 and above anchor some of the city's most expensive "sky-homes."" Full review
Gayot
"Next door to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, this St. Regis comprises the historic, early twentieth-century Williams building and a new, forty-story tower."
BlackBook
"SF’s ultra-luxe 40-story SoMa sensation, replete with 24-hour butlers, leather textured walls, screw-free artwork and postcard views."
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel 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."