Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel San Francisco

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San Francisco, United States View on map
8.4 Very Good Based on 3529 reviews
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"Cable cars stop directly in front of this historic property at Union Square. Guests enjoy access to the rooftop Starlite bar and complimentary happy hour. Best for city explorers, less so for those requiring accessible bathroom layouts."

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Why guests choose Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

  • Starlite Bar
    21st-floor views
  • Union Square
    Cable car access
  • Historic Landmark
    1928 architecture
  • Pet Welcome
    Up to 2 dogs
  • 24-Hour Gym
    Peloton & Hydrow
  • Post Room
    California Mediterranean

Overview

Situated about a 5-minute stroll from American Conservatory Theater, the comfortable 4-star Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel San Francisco offers spa therapy, a shared lounge, and recreational facilities. Centrally located in the Union Square district in the vicinity of the neo-gothic Grace Cathedral, this San Francisco hotel has 408 rooms.

While staying in the hotel, you are invited to discover Pier 39, located 1.4 miles away, or visit sports venues like Oracle Park Baseball Stadium, which is 1.3 miles away. The boutique Beacon Grand, A Union Square San Francisco also lies near the entertainment district of San Francisco and approximately 5 minutes' walk from San Francisco Bay. In addition, Annie St Plaza is 0.5 miles from the accommodation and Alcatraz Island is 2.7 miles away. Cable car ride is also situated around 25 minutes' walk away. The Beacon Grand, A Union Square San Francisco gives access to public transport, as is 0.3 miles from Powell Street subway station and only steps away from Sutter Street & Mason Street bus stop.

Some rooms include an ironing set and air conditioning, as well as coffee and tea makers for your convenience. Guests can also use a separate toilet and a shower, along with such amenities as a hairdryer and towels.

The Beacon Grand, A Union Square features a made-to-order breakfast. The American Post Room restaurant is a great feature of the San Francisco hotel. The restaurant serves local cuisine for lunch and dinner. Guests can relax in the on-site bistro bar.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Our tips

Should you book Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • Want on-site dining - The Post Room serves American and local cuisine for breakfast, dinner, and cocktail hour.
  • Need easy access to public transport - the cable car line in front of the hotel travels to Fisherman's Wharf and the Embarcadero.
  • Appreciate in-room amenities - each room includes a coffee machine, fridge, and flat-screen TV.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect an on-site pool - the hotel only has a fitness center.
  • Prefer to be a short distance from the airport - the hotel is 20 km from San Francisco International Airport.
Best for
  • the Starlight Room with panoramic city views from the rooftop bar
  • the complimentary happy hour offered to hotel guests

Facilities of Beacon Grand

Main
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
Leisure
  • Fitness centre
Beacon Grand Guest Services
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Comforts
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots
  • Parquet floor

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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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