Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (4749 reviews)
450 Powell Street , San Francisco , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
8.52
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including dirt in bathrooms and insects in rooms.
Service
10
Staff were described as friendly, helpful, and attentive across multiple reviews.
Location
10
Multiple reviews highlighted the hotel's excellent location near Union Square.
Room Quality
9.02
Rooms were generally described as comfortable, but some were noted as small.
Amenities
9.02
Amenities were mentioned but were not detailed enough; some complaints about maintenance.
Value for Money
9.02
Mixed feelings noted about the value, especially given room sizes and maintenance issues.
Food and Beverage
8.02
Complaints were made about the hotel restaurant, which negatively affected dining experiences.
Overall Experience
10
Despite some issues, guests generally expressed satisfaction and appreciation for the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 02:51

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience luxury at its finest at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel in San Francisco. Our 4-star hotel offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a coffee machine, fridge, and flat-screen TV. Relax in comfort with plush bed linens and enjoy a rejuvenating shower in your private bathroom.

Convenient Location
Ideally located just 200 meters from Union Square, our hotel is a short distance from the city centre and popular attractions like the Moscone Center, Coit Tower, and San Francisco City Hall. Whether you're here for business or leisure, you'll find everything you need within reach.

Exceptional Services
At Beacon Grand, we prioritize guest satisfaction with a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant and bar. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi and enjoy the convenience of private parking during your stay.

Book your stay at Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel for an unforgettable San Francisco experience.

Important information:

An Urban Destination Fee will apply per room per night.

The fee includes:
- 2 Refillable PathWater bottles that are ECO/Made in the USA
- Robust Wi-Fi
- Unlimited local & long-distance calling
- Premium illy coffee, in-room
- 24-hour Fitness Studio access located on the 3rd floor
- Discounts at local retailers

Valet Parking to $72 + tax per night, self parking is not available.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 84.02 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 10.71
Public Area
  • Hill Located: No
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Type:
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Room Max Guests Number: 4
  • Pet Friendly: Yes
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
  • Lifts Accessible: No
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Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 4749 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.52
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.02
Amenities: 9.02
Value for Money: 9.02
Food and Beverage: 8.02
Overall Experience: 10
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Jack • solo_traveller • au
6
Cons:

was way too noisy at night. it was very hard to get to sleep due to the fact that the windows aren’t sealed well

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • at
9
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Carla • couple • us
10
Pros:

This hotel is beautiful, clean, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. 10/10!!

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Thailar • couple • us
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Whitney • couple • us
4
Not worth the high prices
Pros:

Visually appealing.

Cons:

Our stay was unfortunately disappointing from the moment we arrived. The valet situation was chaotic, and neither the valet staff nor the front desk were able to assist us, forcing us to leave and return later after a previously planned dinner.
The room itself had several issues. Storage was very limited—the closet was too small and there were no drawers aside from those in the desk. The toilet paper holder was broken, and the comforter had markings that made it appear as though it had been in storage. The open shower design caused water to spread throughout the bathroom, leaving surfaces constantly wet.
Service was inconsistent overall; the only time we experienced helpful staff was during checkout. This stay was especially important to us as we were there for our wedding, which made the experience even more disappointing.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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brooke • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Kiran • extended_group • gb
8
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Prior • couple • us
10
This is our go-to hotel in San Francisco.
Pros:

We love the location and the restaurant. The gym is excellent and the rooms and beds are always comfortable.

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Inna • family_with_children • ca
8
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Mathis • couple • us
8
2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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karen • couple • us
8
Nice hotel. Would stay again but in a different room.
Pros:

Beautiful old hotel built in the 1920’s. Beautiful lobby and welcoming staff. Very clean. Nice touches in the room such as a coffee maker and hand steamer for clothes. Lovely thick towels. We were in King room 409. It was basic but clean.

Cons:

The bathroom is tiny. The main issue was the noise outside at night. Sirens, car alarms. I think the issue is the window is jammed ever so slightly open, so all the noise filtered straight in. Ask for an interior room. I think it might help.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Alix • couple • fr
9
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • us
8
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Ellie • solo_traveller • us
9
The perfect place to mix work and play.
Pros:

A stunning refresh of a historical property, the Beacon Grand has all of the appointments you’d expect of a modern new hotel but with all of the grandeur of a different time and place. It’s both incredibly warm and inviting while feeling upscale and chic. It’s walking distance to all of the important sites and sounds of Union Square, but nicely situated to efficiently get to anyplace you might want to go in San Francisco proper. The Post Room is a great place to have a solo working breakfast, or host a group cocktail hour for work colleagues. The rooms are well appointed, with great blackout shades and Chromecast on the TVs.

Cons:

The internet was intermittent during my stay, which made it very challenging to do work or unwind with a good Netflix binge after total mental overload work day.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Oksana • couple • us
10
Recommend
Pros:

Staid there for my birthday trip. Team was kind enough to upgrade my room. Great location. Nice, clean, cozy rooms. Quiet.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Renata • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Central location, but downtown SF itself is not a nice area

Cons:

The bathroom wasn’t particularly clean. I regularly spotted silverfish in the tub

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Daniel Angel • couple • ar
9
Confortable
Pros:

Excelente ubicacion, habitacion (la original contratada era muy pequeňa asi que hicimos un upgrade) perfecta, la cama fue confortable

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Frank • couple • us
8
We had a wonderful time. Great location!
Pros:

Location, Classic design, staff, bedroom

Cons:

Pillows

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Liliana • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Staff were lovely, room was great, breakfast amazing

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee