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Hotel overview

Located in Union Square Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel is just steps from the Moscone Center - Financial District - Nob Hill - SOMA - ATT Park - Theatre District - shopping. Cable Car stops at our front door. Exquisite Italian fare in our Scalas restaurant - cocktails in Bar Drake and entertainment in Starlight Room all create a unique hotel presence in vibrant downtown San Francisco. Hosted evening reception - complimentary morning tea/coffee service daily - 24H business center access - onsite fitness center - complimentary WiFi for Kimpton Karma Rewards members - pet friendly - same day laundry - yoga mats in room - gourmet local organic honor bars - newspapers - bikes to explore city - valet parking available.

Property information

Year Built: 1928
Last Renovation: 2011
Accessible rooms: 13
Connecting rooms or suites: 24
Double bedrooms: 117
Floors: 21
Nonsmoking rooms: 416
Single-bedded accommodations: 294
Suites: 5
Total rooms: 416

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General policies & fine print

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Kids Stay Free Policy Maximum number of children per paid adult: 0Maximum child age: 17
Pet Policy Pets Allowed

Ratings & reviews

TripAdvisor traveler rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 952 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 3.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Small but beautiful

    Overall beautiful hotel within walking distance of everything. Room was extremely small for the furniture. Nowhere to put luggage except bed. Staff is no were to be found by 10PM. Called for a luggage holder and no answer. Will not be staying again rooms too small.

    Mar 25, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Amazing Staff and Beautiful Hotel

    I met my son (graduating from college this year) in SF so he could attend the Game Developers Conference and I could hang out in my old stomping grounds. We showed up at the hotel and discovered that I apparently had not completed our reservations online. Most hotels were sold out because of the conference but Leif (manager) and the clerk found us a room with two beds. We went to the room and five minutes later, Leif called to ask if we’d like a larger room. He then proceeded to show us two more rooms and allowed us to switch to one on the 18th floor that was bigger for us. Such customer service and kindness is so rarely experienced these days! I was so impressed and touched. The hotel is older and the character has been well preserved. The rooms are updated and nicely appointed. I definitely recommend and will return when I can.

    Mar 21, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    New go to place in SFO

    My new go to place in the city. From the front desk that was so attentive, to the lovely room (very clean and well appointed) add in location and it’s really great. Upstairs bar (bartender was great to talk with) was with a super nice pour…all good. Got a great price to boot!!

    Mar 21, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Great value hotel

    Great location close to Union square. The lobby is beautiful and the room/bed was great. Nice little restaurant/bar on the mezzanine where I had both breakfast and evening beer. Only downside - a little noisy from the street during the night. Would stay again though!

    Mar 21, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 1.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Keep an eye on your things

    During my stay, someone stole my smartwatch from my room. I have traveled all over the world, and this has never happened to me before—having something taken from my room, presumably by the cleaning staff. I will never come back to this hotel or would recommend it to my friends.

    Mar 20, 2025