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Handlery Union Square Hotel

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Close to Union Square and Palace Hotel, Handlery Union Square Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a gym, and a 24-hour business center. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(165 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with flowers, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(203 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(160 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a modern chandelier.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(171 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(140 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Historic King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bathroom with a toilet, shower, and sink.

Historic King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a plant, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Historic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Handlery Union Square Hotel is in Union Square, a walkable area in San Francisco with great shopping. Palace Hotel and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Park. Check out an event or a game at Oracle Park, and consider making time for Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Guests love the hotel's convenience to public transportation: Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop are just steps away. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
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351 Geary St, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • A heart-shaped sculpture with a landscape painting, surrounded by palm trees and flowers.
    Union Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SHN Curran Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 450 Sutter Building
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Warfield Theatre
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop
    1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station
    2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Cheesecake Factory
    1 min walk
  • Hinodeya
    2 min walk
  • Pinecrest Diner
    1 min walk
  • King of Thai Noodle House
    2 min walk
  • Cafe Mason
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 67 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking on site (USD 77 per night)
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 250 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 67 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Covered extended parking fee: USD 77 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 8 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Handlery Union Square Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8 AM–8 PM.

Is Handlery Union Square Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Handlery Union Square Hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 250 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 67 per day. Extended parking is available for USD 77 per night.

What time is check-in at Handlery Union Square Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Handlery Union Square Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Handlery Union Square Hotel located?

Located in Union Square, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Union Square and Palace Hotel. Moscone Convention Center and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are also within 15 minutes. Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2138 out of 3562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 893 out of 3562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 356 out of 3562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 91 out of 3562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 3562 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Centrally located and love the rooms with the balconies!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place. Location is great and staff is super cool. Always a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance from all the public transportation, tours and shopping.. Great price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were accommodating and location was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Keri Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean environment friendly staff and great for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cassandra Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, and the staff were all incredibly helpful and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Serra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a really lovely stay. The pool was nice and the staff was super helpful. It’s a short walk to transport to anywhere you’d like to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abhinav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good premium stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having a balcony, gym was clean, pool was nice given the warm weather, rooms are spacious. The location was ideal and felt safe to walk around. Overall service was good. I will definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela Jean

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The pool area was beautiful. Convenient location. Pleasant and helpful staff. We could stay again. Was generally quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RACHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

dahanny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and great stsff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is helpful and very pleasant. Location was great- walking distance to Union Square.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and felt safe
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

CARMELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has heated pool sauna and gym
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small size room but overall it fit our needs and the price was right. Did you get a chance to check out the pool but it looks nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location. Wish it had had a restaurant or a bar on site. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, tweens loved the pool. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay for trip To The City for a baseball game, dinner and drinks!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miyuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in union square and easy transportation to anywhere. Kids loved the small outdoor pool. Easy in and out parking although pricey.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Tomohide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is ideal. Very close to Union square and good for your shopping as well as sightseeing. If there is refrigerator in the room, it would be more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tabatha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was attentive. Room was clean. Perfect area. Pool was an extra nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026