Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and Moscone Convention Center. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily. This historic hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from San Francisco Bay and Oracle Park. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk from public transportation: Powell St & Sutter St Stop and Powell St & Post St Stop are steps away.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
418 rooms
Arranged over 21 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Onsite valet parking (USD 84.02 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 37.66 per accommodation, per night
Resort fee inclusions:
Additional inclusions
Fitness center access
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
Phone calls (may be limited)
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 15.00 to 45.00 for adults, and USD 10.00 to 20.00 for children
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 87.33 per pet, per night
Parking
Valet parking costs USD 84.02 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Sir Francis Drake Hotel
Sir Drake Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 87.33 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 84.02 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel ?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like sailing and windsurfing, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course.
What's the area around Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel like?
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel is in Union Square, a short 1-minute walk from Powell St & Sutter St Stop and 15 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb 2025
Beautiful stay! Will stay here again.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2025
Brianna
Brianna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2025
Marlena
Marlena, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
rachel
rachel, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
5 out of 5
We love this hotel! The staff is always so kind! The hotel is in a great location and Starlite the rooftop bar at the hotel is fantastic!
Nina
Nina, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
Beacon Grand
Thank you Veronica for helping me with a smooth checkin.
William was very attentive to my needs during lunch at the restaurant.
Angelo was instrumental in helping us with our packages and valet as we arrived.
I would definitely stay again at the hotel
Sheila
Sheila, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2025
Elyse
Elyse, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2025
Manuel
Manuel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Feb 2025
MICHAEL
MICHAEL, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2025
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2025
Aeryn
Aeryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
Nice hotel. Yes, its cozy, but most of the time we were out in the city. Soft bed. Nice in-house food options.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Denisse V
Denisse V, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Great stay. Minor mishaps
Overall a great stay close to Union Square. They were very busy during the holiday so I think a few cleanliness things got missed. Our floors looked like they hadn’t been swept/vaccumed/mopped. Found a random wrapper as well. Other than that the staff was really friendly.
Liz
Liz, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Beacon Grand Weekend Getaway
Fabulous hotel with old world charm. Beacon grand hotel employees are so great, helpful and knowledgeable.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
LUIS
LUIS, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
Dennette
Dennette, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 Jan 2025
we ask to extend our time for an hour for a run and when we came back from the run
our keys didn’t work.
so we spoke to the front desk. she was very nice.
so it was ok
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
11 Jan 2025
Won’t be back
Room was too small, and better suited for one person, not two. Bathroom was tiny! It was in need of more renovation. Walls were thin. We could easily hear conversations next door. On plus side, mattress was comfortable and employees were helpful and friendly.
Leuan
Leuan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2025
Ruth
Ruth, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
Great central hotel with access to the cable car. Amazing bar!