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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows. - Chancellor Hotel on Union Square (San Francisco)
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right. - Chancellor Hotel on Union Square (San Francisco)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains. - Chancellor Hotel on Union Square (San Francisco)
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Located close to Union Square and Lombard Street, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a desk lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Air Conditioning)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(614 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (No Air Conditioning)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Air Conditioning)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds (No Air Conditioning)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(157 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Romance, No Air Conditioning)

A living room with a patterned sofa, a round coffee table with a vase of flowers, a desk with a chair, and a television on a wooden cabinet.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Romance, No Air Conditioning)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for C Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

A living room with a teal sofa, patterned cushions, a glass coffee table, a white chair, a desk with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

C Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Standard 2 Double Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a grey armchair, and a wooden floor.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is in Union Square, a walkable area in San Francisco with great shopping. Notable landmarks in the area include Union Square and Lombard Street. Golden Gate Bridge is another place to visit that comes recommended. Guests love the hotel's central location for the sightseeing. It's also convenient to public transportation: Powell St & Post St Stop and Powell St & Sutter St Stop are just steps away. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
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433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Saks Fifth Avenue, Union Square Park, and a tall building.
    Union Square
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • 450 Sutter Building
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SHN Curran Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Warfield Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Post St Stop
    1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station
    2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Golden Gate Tap Room
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • 7-Eleven
    1 min walk
  • OneUp Restaurant & Lounge
    2 min walk
  • Pacific Cocktail Haven
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 15 floors
  • Built in 1914
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 45.00 per day(656 ft away; open 24 hours)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square located?

Located in Union Square, this hotel is steps from Union Square and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Lombard Street. Golden Gate Bridge is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) away. Powell St & Post St Stop and Powell St & Sutter 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

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2471 out of 3455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 726 out of 3455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 182 out of 3455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 3455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 3455 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jomel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice staying here. Central location, clean room, comp cookies, coffee and lemon water in the lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place really clean spot!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect for everything we wanted to do in SF. The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. The hotel is beautiful and historic
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located near Union Square. Very nice hotel and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a gem near Union Square. Great location near cable cars and other public transportation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, small hotel in a perfect location with nice furnishings and lively amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here 4 times over the past 46 years, always great. Perfect location, right in the middle of Union Square. Employees are very nice and helpful. Very historic building.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable room. Impressed by the staff’s friendly manner. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay. I’ll definitely book a room here again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been coming here since our honeymoon 52 years ago. We love the location, the staff, cookies, popcorn, coffee machines in the lobby. Only negative…no air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating and helpful. My flight came in much earlier and they were able to accommodate me with the rumor before the actual check in time
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Preeti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and comfortable stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mehrdad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with my wife, while she was in a wheelchair from a recent surgery. Nice staff very helpful as we wheeled around. Thanks for another wonderful stay. Mattress felt great, plenty of bathroom amenities for use.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean hotel just a block from union square, several good restaurants, and plenty of public transportation to get you where you want to be. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and amazing. I would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and reminded my stayed in Paris hotel. The room was good size and comfortable bed. Good house keeping! The location is convenient for public transportation for sightseeing. I already recommend to friends about this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

java

Liked: Staff & service
the hotel is ok however stay away from rooms in front they are very noisy from morning to evening, wifi did not work in my room, backside of the hotel the rooms are very quite there. staff was very friendly overall very good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and hotel property were wonderful. Very convenient location to catch the Cable Cars. Lots of things to see and places to eat around the area. Although, parking is off site, it wasn’t inconvenient by any means. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yajaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great and beautiful boutique hotel. Nice staff, great coffee and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful! The location was also good!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and accomodsting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melba

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean and confortable room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Madhav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean. Free coffee(varieties) and cookies available all the time. Very friendly staff. We left our suitcase there and roamed around the city even after check our.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located to the convention center, public transportation, restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in an excellent location! The staff was friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, and everything I wanted to see was within walking distance. I loved the historic charm and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location..reasonably quiet..good size room for downtown. Excellent staff..prioritizes safety. Thanks for allowing me a late checkout!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026