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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square – San Francisco, CA
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square – San Francisco, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

This boutique Union Square hotel, located on the Powell Cable Car Line, is just 2 minutes' walk from cafes and shopping at Tiffany's, Macy's, Niketown and other popular Central San Francisco stores. All guest rooms offer free WiFi. A flat-screen TV and modern decor are included in all guest rooms at the Chancellor Hotel on Union Square. A menu of 12 specialty pillows, a compact refrigerator, room windows that can be opened and a ceiling fan are also provided for guests' comfort. Located on-site, Clipper Ship Bar offers a daily Happy Hour with a selection of cocktails and wine. Guests can enjoy coffee, tea, cookies and apples in the hotel lobby. Located across from Union Square Park, this hotel is just 5 minutes' walk to the Theater District. Chinatown’s Dragon’s Gate entrance is 6 minutes’ walk away. Home of professional baseball’s San Francisco Giants, AT&T Park is 1.2 mi away. Fisherman's Wharf, the Ferry Building and North Beach are all within 1 mi away from Chancellor Hotel on Union Square.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room microwave
  • Spa / sauna
  • Airport shuttle
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.4 / 5
Excellent 4432 reviews
  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was very helpful with storing my luggage when I arrived hours before check-in time. The room I received surprised me with its large size and nice sitting and work areas. Loved it!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Bad: Super loud because room directly over cable cars, hotel is old, vomit smell in bathroom never goes away, room small.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I love this hotel. It is old but they have done a great job of updating and renovating & embracing the old and new. I love that i got to take a bath in a deep tube after a long daybof walking. The beds are comfortable, the rooms are clean. The location is great! Would definitely recommend and go back!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I really appreciated Angelo the doorman who helped me get in and out of the hotel seamlessly. I loved that the room felt clean and I slept well. There was a little live plant in my room - I have never seen that in a hotel! Why didn’t I give 4 stars all around? The bathroom is quite small. Grout missing and some rust. The windows do not open. I couldn’t get the shampoo to work and forgot my own. It is quite pricey to stay here and it l seems to be under construction from the exterior. I loved the SF wallpaper!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Everything

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I enjoyed the stay, however, I did find a few small bugs in my room. They looked like termites.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    A lovely historic hotel in a convenient location with very comfortable beds, and a lobby with bar, tea, coffee, water and cookies. The beds are quite high and there is a step into the bathroom and a shower over bath setup so it may not suit everyone. I asked for a quiet room and was given one at the rear of the hotel on level 12. I closed the bathroom door at night to reduce noise from the fan. There is no air conditioning but the ceiling fan is quiet and there are good blackout drapes. The windows do open if you find the room stuffy or hot but there are good blackout curtains and the windows seem to be good at blocking out external noise.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Loved my stay!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great place in a great location

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    requested a room on a high floor and the staff went out of their way to accommodate my request.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I loved everything about the hotel! The staff were so welcoming- knew us by name after a day!! The rooms were lovely and the beds were extremely comfortable! I loved the coffee and cookies in the lobby every morning- excellent coffee!! I would stay here again in a heartbeat! Thank you! Nothing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    All in all, it is a good value for money. Location is fantastic, staff are pleasant, and the place is clean. There is free popcorn in the evenings, water dispenser during the whole day etc. Their additional pillow collection is good. For me, the most important thing about a room is the bed, and here it was unfortunately not good. It was way too soft, my back started hurting immediately. Upon mentioning this to the receptionist, they added plywood between the bottom and the mattress, which helped a little but it was nowhere near enough. I asked about different rooms but they said all the beds are the same. Not only is it uncomfortable, if you sleep with a partner, it feels like a water bed. Every movement you make, your partner will feel and vice versa. It’s a shame, since if this was better it would be a 12/10 experience as a whole.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Close to everything

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff are very friendly, especially the bellmen. Most of the he front desk are also friendly. This is like my 4th time staying here and some have been so welcoming. I did feel like one was disappointed to see me hahaa. It's ok, I get it. I try to be easy peasy but I usually do ask for a late checkout, which they do kindly accommodate but you usually have to make sure they write it down.. anyways, overall great place to stay for a few days when I come and see my son that lives here.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Historic flavor, comfortable room, great location

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The location, the bed, the big room. A bit outdated. The staff wasn’t really helpful.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    everything wa great. will stay again once in Sf

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    My stay at the Chandler hotel was wonderful ! From check-in to check out, everybody was very nice! Our room was very clean and all the amenities were available inside the room ! Also, it had nice tile floor no carpet. I was very impressed. Even the windows opened and a ceiling fan. !! Thank you and I will return !

Frequently asked questions about Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square.
Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have a fitness center?
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square located, and how walkable is the area?
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is located at 433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94102. With a Walk Score of 99, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
  • Moscone Center 0.5 mi
  • Transamerica Pyramid 0.5 mi
  • Charter of the United Nations 0.9 mi
  • Mrs. Doubtfire 1.6 mi
  • University of California, San Francisco 3.2 mi
  • Internet Archive 3.5 mi
  • Golden Gate Bridge 4.4 mi

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