Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel (formerly Sir Francis Drake)

About the hotel

A bar/lounge, valet parking, and a meeting room are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite.

Nearby attractions

In the entertainment district, Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel (formerly Sir Francis Drake) is in Union Square, a neighborhood in San Francisco with good shopping. Golden Gate Theatre and Orpheum Theater are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Ferry Building. Traveling with kids? Consider Exploratorium, or check out an event or a game at Oracle Park. With windsurfing and sailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Guests appreciate the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Powell St & Sutter St Stop and Powell St & Post St Stop are just steps away.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)

Free cribs/infant beds

In-room child care (surcharge)

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi and wired internet

Available in some public areas: free wifi and wired internet

In-room wifi speed: 100+ mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Food and drink

1 bar

Room service available

Guest services

24-hour front desk

Concierge services

Daily housekeeping

Dry cleaning service

Luggage storage

Multilingual staff

Porter/bellhop

Tour/ticket assistance

Wedding services

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)

Assistive listening devices available

Braille signage

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

In-room accessibility (select rooms)

Roll-in shower (select rooms)

Visual fire alarm

Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk

Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Conveniences

Ballroom

Banquet hall

Elevator

Reception hall

Water dispenser

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Smoke-free property

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Nearest Airports

Metropolitan Oakland International Airport

18 km from this hotel

San Francisco International Airport

19 km from this hotel

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

63 km from this hotel

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Kimberly

Invalid Date - 1 Jan 2023

reviewed on orbitz

4 out of 5 stars

We had been coming in to the Sir Francis Drake for years for New Years with our kids. Being back to the now the Beacon was Great! It was clean, beautiful, better bar and dining. It kept it's same historical vibe and is still the stunning hotel it always was. Only thing is, the rooms are SO MUCH smaller now. It was almost laughable. I know that times are tough, but they were already small rooms, that this makes it a tough choice to come back. But overall, we still do love this place. Just only wish the Starlight Room was open.

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Chantelle

10 Nov 2022 - 13 Nov 2022

reviewed on orbitz

4 out of 5 stars

My family came to visit me last weekend for my wedding dress appointments. They stayed at the Beacon Grand, which is a beautiful building and decor. What made my experience grand were the staff. Everyone was incredibly attentive and friendly. The bar and drinks were fantastic! There was aloe liqueur sampling, and it was delicious. Also, the pianist was a delightful treat. My fiance and I will definitely come back for drinks soon.