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Welcome to The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
Settle into the Suites at our Downtown San Francisco Hotel
The Westin St. Francis has been offering guests a warm welcome and an enriching, restorative stay since its opening in 1904. With its turn-of-the-20th-century European style, our hotel in San Francisco's downtown area, blends the elegance of oak-paneled restaurants and the stately grandeur of the lobby with a $45 million reinvention of the Landmark Building guest suites, ushering in a new chapter for this storied destination. At our standout hotel in Union Square, San Francisco, you can host events in venues and ballrooms where the finest big bands once played. Recharge in elegant rooms, many featuring chandeliers and marble bathrooms, with modern touches like Heavenly Beds and Enseo Smart TV systems. As the only hotel on Union Square, SF, it is close to the Financial District and Moscone Convention Center, and with cable cars just outside our front doors, we are at the intersection of the glorious past and vibrant present of this incredible city.
Now Open - Westin Club Lounge
Introducing our Westin Club Lounge, exclusively for valued Platinum, Titanium, and Ambassador Marriott Bonvoy members plus one guest. Enjoy complimentary breakfast buffet, house-made pastries, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages daily. Hors d'oeuvres Sun-Thu 5pm – 7pm with wine and beer for purchase. Elevate your stay with us!
Accommodations
Newly Renovated Luxury Suites: Discover the Difference!
Newly renovated suites at our downtown San Francisco hotel offer the ultimate in luxury and comfort, with stunning views of the city and all the amenities you need for a truly unforgettable stay Location.
Discover the Elegance of our Iconic San Francisco Hotel
The Westin St. Francis is a vibrant, iconic destination. We are the only hotel directly in Union Square, San Francisco, with cable cars stopping just outside our doors. All of the city’s best shopping, theatre, nightlife and dining options are just steps away, and we are only a short walk from the Financial District, Embarcadero, Chinatown and Moscone Convention Center. A remarkable storied landmark in its second century.
Discover San Francisco
A visit to San Francisco offers endless opportunities for exploration.
Unique Meeting Spaces
Experience over 56,000 square feet of space with over 35 meeting rooms featuring the latest technology and our expert onsite event staff.
Stately Elegance and Stylish Ambiance
Our downtown San Francisco hotel is renowned for the most spectacular wedding venues in Northern California, featuring unmatched floor-to-ceiling views of the city.
GETTING HERE
The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
335 Powell Street, San Francisco, California, USA, 94102
Nearby:
Bus Station:
Geary Boulevard and Powell Street Bus StationSubway Station:
Powell StationTrain Station:
Overnight $78.00 + tax, $93.00 + tax for oversized vehicles or SUV’s. Hotel features 22 Electric Vehicle charging stations available for $15 each, per day
WHAT TO EXPECT
Plan and Prepare for your Stay
A Historic Union Square Hotel in San Francisco
A San Francisco landmark since 1904, our hotel has a long and storied history, and has hosted countless royalty, celebrities and politicians over the years.
At the turn of the century, the guardians of the Charles Crocker family announced plans to build The Westin St. Francis. Their vision was to make San Francisco the “Paris of the West,” and their stunning Union Square hotel would be their flagship. In the years since, The Westin has been the center of the city’s social, literary and artistic life.
In 1902, after studying all of Europe’s grand hotels – from those in Berlin, Vienna and Monaco to Claridge’s in London and The Ritz in Paris – construction on the original St. Francis began.
On March 21, 1904 – two years and $2.5 million later – the doors of The St. Francis opened. By seven o’clock that evening, a line of carriages and automobiles stretching three blocks waited to approach her brightly lit towers. The hotel became so popular that within six months the owners announced plans to add a third wing, two floors of apartments and a ballroom.
At 5:04 on the morning of April 18, 1906, the people of San Francisco were awakened by an earthquake. Gas lamps tipped, stoves toppled, electric wires broke, gas mains cracked, and water lines burst. Many buildings in the city of San Francisco were destroyed by the fires that erupted because of the earthquake. Following the earthquake, a tent city was set up in Golden Gate Park for people who had lost their homes and in the days that followed citizens banded together to clean up and rebuild their city. During this time, the wine steward’s small fox terrier was found in the basement, hiding among the exploded bottles of wine of the fire-damaged St. Francis Hotel. The dog became a celebrity, his picture even appeared in the newspaper, and he was named Francis and became the symbol of the miraculous survival of the hotel.
After the Great Earthquake of 1906, the square was dubbed “Little St. Francis” because of the temporary shelter erected for residents of The St. Francis. Documented records of the opening were lost in the fire that destroyed the interior of the hotel’s original 250 rooms following the earthquake.
Within 40 days of the inferno, a temporary hotel of 110 rooms was erected in a court around the Dewey Monument in Union Square, and The St. Francis continued as a focal point of downtown San Francisco. The hotel refurbished its interior and re-opened with 450 guest rooms late in 1907. A third wing opened in 1908, and further additions followed on Post Street – making The St. Francis the largest hotel on the Pacific Coast. Construction of the 32-story Pacific Tower began early in 1969, adding a vast new complex of guest rooms, suites, venues and banquet facilities that opened in 1971.
The “Little St. Francis” opened its doors forty days after the 1906 earthquake and fire with 106 guests on its register.
The first St. Francis cater-out was served by Master Chef Victor Hirtzler and Maître d’hotel James Woods in Union Square following the Great Earthquake and Fire of 1906.
The Mural Room was located in the same area that is now the front desk. This room was enjoyed for its big band entertainers, dancing and dining up to 1970. Headliners such as Merv Griffin, Hilo Hattie and Count Basie performed in this popular restaurant and nightclub.
Perhaps the many literary figures who flocked to The St. Francis inspired this reading room just off the lobby in the early thirties.
Look Forward to the Rest
From the plush-top mattress and crisp sateen linens to the richly woven blanket, you can find everything you need to bring the unparalleled comfort of a Heavenly Bed to your home at the Westin Store.
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Property Details
Dry Cleaning Service
Laundry
Room Service
Wake up Calls
Turndown Service
Mobile Key
Digital Check In
Service Request
Check-in: 4:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am
Minimum Age to Check In: 18
Pets Welcome.
One dog per room, 40 pounds or less, is permitted. No other pets are permitted.
Maximum Pet Weight: 40.0lbs
Maximum Number of Pets in Room: 1
Hourly: $12.00
Daily: $78.00
Weekly: $546.00
Daily: $78.00
2-hour minimum for hourly parking. Overnight Guest Parking $88.92 regular size and $106.02 oversize vehicle tax included
Accepts: Cash, Credit Cards
Contactless mobile payments
Babysitting
Concierge desk service
Currency Exchange
Property has elevators
Languages spoken by staff:
English, Spanish, Mandarin, Japanese, German
For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +1 415-397-7000
Accessible on-site parking
Property has elevators
Service Animals are Welcome
Valet parking for vehicles outfitted for drivers in wheelchairs
Van Accessible on-site parking
Entrance to On-Site Business Center is Accessible
Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible
Main Entrance is Accessible
Meeting Spaces are Accessible
Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor
Accessible Vanities
Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers
Bathtub Grab Rails
Bathtub Seat
Closed Caption TV
Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
Electronic Room Key
Flashing Door Knockers
Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
Guests in mobility-accessible rooms may inquire about lowering the bed height
Hearing Accessible Rooms and/or Kits
Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Deadbolts on Guest Room Doors
Lowered Electrical Outlets
Lowered Viewports in Guest Room Doors
Mobility accessible rooms
Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom
Roll-in Shower
Room Windows Open
Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors
Secondary Locks on Room Windows
TTY/TTD Compatible
Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
Transfer Showers in Guest Rooms
Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors
Carbon Footprint: 8.21 kg per room night
Water Footprint: 315.61 liters per room night
Guest Room Recycling
Electric car charging
Frequently Asked Questions
The check-in time at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square is 4:00 pm and the check-out time is 11:00 am.
The pet policy at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square is:
The parking options at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square are:
The property amenities at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square are:
No, free Wi-Fi is not available to guests at The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square.
The closest airport near The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square is San Francisco International Airport (SFO). SFO is located approximately 12.0 Miles from the hotel.