Handlery Union Square

Union Square, San Francisco

Virgin rating

Historic King
Premier Queen Queen
Premier King Balcony
Historic Double Double
Historic Double Double
Historic Queen
Historic King
Premier Queen Queen
Premier King Balcony
Historic Double Double
Historic Double Double
Historic Queen

The hotel

Just half a block from Union Square, this historic hotel has a classic charm and prides itself on excellent friendly service — after all, its been in the Handlery family for four generations. A great little base, you can cool off in the courtyard pool or hide away in the sauna to help relieve any aching limbs.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair access
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Valet parking
  • Close to City Centre

Where is it

Excellent location by Union Square. Catch the cable car at the corner of the hotel or the local BART station is 3 blocks away.

Hotel information

377 rooms in 2 buildings on up to 8 floors with 2 lifts in each building. All with air-conditioning, widescreen TV with 38 channels, coffee maker, fridge and safe. Historic Rooms with 1 queen-size bed, 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

 

Premier Rooms boast city or courtyard pool views, many of which also feature a private balcony. These consist of 2 queen-size beds or 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Heated outdoor pool. Fitness room. Sauna. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Concierge. Business centre* in lobby. Complimentary WiFi. Valet parking $58 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).


Please note: food and drink outlets are currently closed.

Wheelchair accessible rooms available on request. Please note that these rooms are subject to availability and may be restricted to specific room categories and bedding arrangements. Rooms and facilities vary between hotels so please check at the time of booking. For more information and contact details please check out our Special Assistance page

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: the minimum age to check-in is 18.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (1655)
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  • Average (771)
  • Poor (239)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating John Handlery and his beautiful hotel are top notch!

Apr 24, 2024 Crazy4Cruzing

We absolutely LOVE the Handlery! The two biggest reasons are the balcony city view room we stay in. Very rare in SF. And another reason? John Handlery, himself! Oh my goodness, what a friendly and kind man. First time we stayed there he saw me online somewhere and next thing you know, he had champagne for us waiting in our balcony room! … Read more
We absolutely LOVE the Handlery! The two biggest reasons are the balcony city view room we stay in. Very rare in SF. And another reason? John Handlery, himself! Oh my goodness, what a friendly and kind man. First time we stayed there he saw me online somewhere and next thing you know, he had champagne for us waiting in our balcony room! Next time, I can’t remember how he knew we were staying again, but as we were checking in, the front desk clerk was explaining how the room assigned room had some plumbing issues, so asked if we’d mind staying directly above it in 566. At the same time I looked over and John Handlery was briskly walking over apologizing. I couldn’t believe it! He knew who we were! Now THAT’s service! Wonderful. I just booked another balcony room for July. I specified we REALLY wanted another city view balcony. 566 was fine! Whichever room is like the last two we stayed in with a view right down the street across from the hotel. Thank you once again! I hope John Handlery sees this and knows how impressed we are with him as a hotel owner. We look forward to our stay in July. Aside from the balcony, the oversized Premier King is a perfect room. P.S. They didn’t have the last date we stayed available, so I clicked on 2023. It was really 2018, though. :) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beyond basic

Mar 24, 2024 SuzyLim Batam, Indonesia

The hotel was well maintained even though it was built in 1928. The staff were friendly at the registration and they had welcome drink served at the lobby. The cable car ride, Union Square, the Powell Station, eatery, and bars were around the corner.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The service is what made my stay exceptional

Mar 4, 2024 tooyan423

Service is top notch. The whole team, from the front desk to housekeeping and parking were great, accommodating, and would address your concerns with a smile. Huge shout out to Ms. Joyce of the front desk for making sure that I have a great stay here and for going over and beyond my expectations! My bed was so comfortable that I looked forward to… Read more
Service is top notch. The whole team, from the front desk to housekeeping and parking were great, accommodating, and would address your concerns with a smile. Huge shout out to Ms. Joyce of the front desk for making sure that I have a great stay here and for going over and beyond my expectations! My bed was so comfortable that I looked forward to sleeping during my stay here. The hotel is also centrally located in downtown SF. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good, safe, central location but need to eat out.

Jan 28, 2024 Caroline R Berkshire, United Kingdom

Good central, safe location. Traditional hotel. A good base for our first three nights in US. No restaurant in the hotel but plenty nearby. Would recemmend Cafe Mason diner on Mason Street around the corner (can get a hotel discount!), or The Bartlett Hall restaurant/bar directly behind the hotel garage. Noisy pipes in the hotel and small en-suite… Read more
Good central, safe location. Traditional hotel. A good base for our first three nights in US. No restaurant in the hotel but plenty nearby. Would recemmend Cafe Mason diner on Mason Street around the corner (can get a hotel discount!), or The Bartlett Hall restaurant/bar directly behind the hotel garage. Noisy pipes in the hotel and small en-suite (it is an old hotel). Has a courtyard pool (didn't try it). Has baggage storage. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good location

Nov 24, 2023 Michael G

This hotel is well located and the staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were nice but a bit tired and getting to the rooms from reception was a bit of a mission with luggage, be prepared to carry your bags up stairs. We enjoyed our stay and would most likely stay there again