Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Hotels
9.2 (5052 reviews)
450 Powell Street , San Francisco , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 5052 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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Knarik • family_with_children • us
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Fox • family_with_children • ch
8
Pros:

Nice room

Cons:

Be aware that if you are on 16. floor or higher - you may hear the bass of the night club on the top floor!

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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D8675AYpamw • NONE
10
Great hotel in a good area
Pros:

Beautiful hotel. Short walk to transit with a trolley stop right out front. In a very hilly area so walking is a workout so just take the trolley. Very clean hotel and area. zero issues at all.
Rooms comfy and well appointed. Bathroom was small but comfortable

2026-07-10 • via Tripadvisor
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erikarP9527MY • NONE
6
Dissapointing experience
Pros:

I cannot recommend this hotel based on my experience.

When we arrived on July 4, our two reserved rooms were not ready, and we had to wait a long time before we could check in.

My parents' room was extremely small, and shortly after they settled in, the bathroom started flooding. To the hotel's credit, they moved my parents to a larger room, which solved that problem. They also offered us complimentary mini breakfasts, and we appreciated that gesture.

Unfortunately, the most serious issue happened with housekeeping. Someone opened my suitcase and stole my power strip (surge protector). I never used it during my stay because I didn't need it, so it remained inside my suitcase until it disappeared. This is completely unacceptable and made me feel that my belongings were not safe in the hotel.

I expect the hotel to investigate what happened, recover my power strip, and take the necessary steps to ensure that no other guest has the same experience.

2026-07-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Kristina • solo_traveller • lt
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Adventure68258933661 • Couples • Denver, Colorado
2
Why Trip Advisor
Pros:

This hotel is way past its prime. Historic but tired and poorly kept. Has potential but when you see artificial plants in that magnificent lobby……We decided to switch within hours of being there. Not sure why Trip gave it such an endorsement.

2026-07-09 • via Tripadvisor
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hconf89 • NONE • Quetzaltenango, Quetzaltenango Department, Western Highlands
8
Great room! Skip the food.
Pros:

Great room! Clean and incredibly comfy bed. I’m a bit of a princess and the pea type (you know the ones) and the king bed was incredible. Don’t miss out on the drinks and small bites at the Starlite rooftop bar. Skip the included breakfast and food at the hotel restaurant “The Post Room”. So much great food in the area, don’t waste time or money there.

2026-07-09 • via Tripadvisor
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Adrián • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Seamus • extended_group • ie
7
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
8
Overall it was a good experience.
Cons:

The room shower setting is a little weird- water spills out easily.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Boni247 • NONE • Atlanta, Georgia
4
Mediocre stay
Pros:

Our stay at the Beacon Grand was mediocre. Staff were nice enough and the lobby was beautiful. However, I expected more cleanliness given the four star hotel status and the price we were paying. Several “clean” towels had stains on them and the bathtub was clogged so the water drained very slowly. Our room was never serviced/refreshed during our stay while we were out. On one of the days, we stopped by our hotel mid day and ran into one of the housekeepers walking out of our room but not having serviced it. They apologized saying that they weren’t able to service due to so many rooms they needed to get to. Overall, the stay was underwhelming. The pros were the location and how close the nearest transit access was.

2026-07-08 • via Tripadvisor
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Tomás • couple • ca
9
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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samlX6146EJ • NONE
8
4th of July Weekend
Pros:

Unforgettable! it feels like San Francisco history with a fresh twist. Great spot for anyone wanting comfort, character, and convenience all in one place.

2026-07-07 • via Tripadvisor
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FATIMA JANE • family_with_children • us
10
Friendly Service Team
Pros:

Location is good for visiting all the tourist destinations in san Francisco

Cons:

I had some hiccups during my stay but they were kind enough to refund me my excess charges on my account

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Yukari • solo_traveller • jp
8
設備は仕方ない、スタッフとロケーション最高。
Pros:

スタッフの方々が素敵でした。

Cons:

浴室天井から水が垂れてきた。お部屋を変えてくれたのでOK.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Coreen • couple • us
8
Had a great time
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Our room was small and a view of air conditioners

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Lakshaye • couple • us
1
Horrible
Pros:

Horrible service

Cons:

Their valet got my tire punctured and didnt get it fixed and still charged me

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Liz • couple • au
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee