Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel

Union Square, San Francisco

Classic Two Queen Beds
View from Starlight Room
Starlight Room
Lobby Lounge and Bar
Lobby Lounge and Bar
Lobby Lounge and Bar
Queen Bed
Classic Two Queen Beds
View from Starlight Room
Starlight Room
Lobby Lounge and Bar
Lobby Lounge and Bar
Lobby Lounge and Bar
Queen Bed

The hotel

You’ll know you’re somewhere special from the minute you arrive at the Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel. A brightly attired Beefeater will greet you at the door before ushering you into the magnificently restored lobby, with antique crystal chandeliers, gilded ceilings and a grand, sweeping staircase. Guest rooms are sumptuous with artwork on the walls and jewel-toned fabrics. They also come well-equipped to ensure you feel at home straightaway. And it’s not just a case of style over substance at the Sir Francis Drake, it truly is remarkable in every way, from the high standard of service to the fashionable Scala’s Bistro, so beloved of local’s and guests alike. Adjacent to the hotel, Scala’s serves Italian and French inspired cuisine and is a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach, with elaborately painted ceilings and richly coloured floor tiles. Reminiscent of a classic Parisian bistro, it’s a wonderful place to while away an evening or two. Also unmissable is Bar Drake with its speakeasy-hued stylishness and The Starlight Room, saturated in 1930s glamour and open until the early hours.

Amenities

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

Where is it

Near the Moscone Convention Centre and Union Square, within walking distance to fine dining, shops and cultural attractions.

Hotel information

All rooms with air-conditioning, LCD HD TV with pay-per-view films, telephone, WiFi*, tea/coffee-making facilities, iHome docking station, safe, bathrobes, hairdryer, iron and board. Classic Rooms with either 1 or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Scala’s Bistro (daily breakfast and dinner, weekday lunches), Bar Drake, The Starlight Room (21st floor late-night lounge). Fitness centre. In-room spa service with customised treatments*. Nightly hosted wine reception in the hotel lobby from 5:00pm-6:00pm. Complimentary tea and coffee each morning. WiFi*. Complimentary hotel bicycles and in-room yoga kits. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. Concierge service. Room service*. Valet parking $62 plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - $10 daily credit in Scala’s Bistro - Unlimited local phone calls
 - Discounts of 10-20% in hotel retail stores - Upgraded WiFi speed in guest rooms and public spaces for up to 5 devices. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

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.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating San Fran Sept 2019

Sep 16, 2019 Sarah Jane P

Great hotel, helpful staff & great location. Nothing was too much trouble for them, I would highly recommend you booking this hotel if you are looking at a trip to San Fran. If you have forgotten anything you can be sure they have it & will send it to your room!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect location

Sep 15, 2019 9kathyf Nashville, Tennessee

A boutique style hotel taking you back to the 1920’s with a Beefeater waiting to greet you. Located close to Union Square it was the perfect location for our site seeing plans. Cable cars and subway easily accessible and nearby. Hop on hop off bus stop at Union Square too. Elegant lobby and bar area with gorgeous architecture, chandeliers, and… Read more
A boutique style hotel taking you back to the 1920’s with a Beefeater waiting to greet you. Located close to Union Square it was the perfect location for our site seeing plans. Cable cars and subway easily accessible and nearby. Hop on hop off bus stop at Union Square too. Elegant lobby and bar area with gorgeous architecture, chandeliers, and very helpful staff. Lobby furniture did seem a little ‘tired’ though. Pet friendly hotel with sign at registration greeting the furry guests. We had a small king corner room that was modern in decor, but had a walk-in closet that felt larger than the bathroom. The bathroom was updated, but extremely small. Sink had no counter space, but did have small storage area under the sink. When you walk into the bathroom you literally have about 2ft and then you hit the tub. The bathroom was one of the smallest hotel bathrooms I have even seen especially for the price of the rooms. Not a fan of the shampoo, conditioner, and bath gel in pump bottles attached to the wall either. The beds and pillows were comfortable and the room was dark for sleeping. Unfortunately our room had an unpleasant odor and we asked to move, but no rooms were available until the following day. We spent most of the day out site seeing and only there for two nights so we decided not to move the following day. However, every time we walked into the room we were greeted with the smell of ‘light’ sewage. Never did figure out where the smell was coming from. Starlight Room was under construction so unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to have a drink and see the views. Overall the location is prime, but I expected more from the Kimpton brand. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A good stay, great location

Sep 15, 2019 Trevor H London, England, United Kingdom

Good facilities [in room and bar!] and great location, perfect for a business trip [walkable to Salesforce Tower, but also to the pier / restrautants]. Friendly staff with an evident sense of humour, which was nice....
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Throwback hotel in a great location for a 1st time visitor to SF

Sep 12, 2019 fyrefest2 Cambridge, Massachusetts

The hotel is high traffic in a very tourist heavy part of town (Union Sq.) but the lobby is lovely and the staff is helpful. We were able to check in early (by several hours) and after a long flight it was nice to crash in our room. Two queen beds which is nice for a family rather than the double/double that seems to the be more standard option.… Read more
The hotel is high traffic in a very tourist heavy part of town (Union Sq.) but the lobby is lovely and the staff is helpful. We were able to check in early (by several hours) and after a long flight it was nice to crash in our room. Two queen beds which is nice for a family rather than the double/double that seems to the be more standard option. What we lacked in a view was more than made up for with comfortable beds/bedding a clean room and a nice bathroom/shower. I think the 3.5 rating is low if your expectations are high. It's an affordable option and great for a first time visitor to the city that wants easy access to the city. Read less
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Sep 10, 2019 granpaganks Warrington

This hotel is in a great location to walk straight out into the busy San Fransico streets. Right outside are the famous street cars (trollies) going up and down the steep streets. There are traditional porters at the entrance dressed in period uniform. The hotel is large with an attached restaurant. Rooms are clean and maintained by maids. There… Read more
This hotel is in a great location to walk straight out into the busy San Fransico streets. Right outside are the famous street cars (trollies) going up and down the steep streets. There are traditional porters at the entrance dressed in period uniform. The hotel is large with an attached restaurant. Rooms are clean and maintained by maids. There are no coffee makers in the rooms but there is a fridge with minibar. But if you dont mind a very short walk there are many places just outside to get drinks and food. There is a free mini breakfast in the restaurant in the morning for tea coffee bun. There is a valet parking for your car at $70 per night a very good service. Read less