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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

433 Powell St, San Francisco, 94102 · Open map

8.7Very good6368 reviews
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Overview

For over 100 years, the Chancellor Hotel has been a fixture on Union Square. Built for the Panama Pacific International Exposition of 1915, it was the tallest hotel building in San Francisco when it opened in 1914. One of the few family owned and operated hotels in San Francisco, it sits on the Powell Street Cable Car Line and has 137 rooms including 2 suites.

Facilities

  • ·Free Wireless Internet throughout the hotel
  • ·High speed internet workstation in lobby
  • ·Complimentary Pillow Menu (12 pillows)
  • ·Offsite parking at 524 Powell Street ($45/night plus tax)
  • ·Historic Clipper Ship meeting room
  • ·No air conditioning
  • ·No fitness center or pool
  • ·ATM/banking
  • ·Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • ·Television in common areas
  • ·Front desk (limited hours)
  • ·Free wired internet
  • ·Housekeeping on request
  • ·Wine release events
  • ·Reception hall
  • ·Garage
  • ·Lift / Elevator
  • ·Luggage storage

What guests say

  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Service9.5
  • Location9.5
  • Room Quality7.0
  • Amenities8.5
  • Value for Money9.2
Guests liked

Excellent central location (Union Square, cable car access) · Friendly, helpful staff · Clean rooms and reliable housekeeping · Complimentary snacks/drinks and useful amenities (pillow menu, bathtub)

Could be better

Front-facing rooms can be noisy from street/cable cars · Very soft beds reported by at least one guest (back issues) · No on-site restaurant; limited bar opening hours · Some dated decor and occasional maintenance issues (shower water interruption)

Questions about Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

How much does a night at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square cost?
From USD 111 per night for Nov 29, 2026 – Dec 1, 2026 (2 nights, 1 room · 2 guests) at the Suitefair member price. The public price for the same stay is USD 121 per night. Taxes and fees included. Prices change with dates and availability.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?
Check-in at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square starts at 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square located?
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is at 433 Powell St, San Francisco, 94102.
Is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square a good hotel?
Guests rate Chancellor Hotel on Union Square 8.7/10 (Very good) based on 6,368 reviews. It is a 3-star hotel.
What amenities does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offer?
Amenities at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square include Free Wireless Internet throughout the hotel, High speed internet workstation in lobby, Complimentary Pillow Menu (12 pillows), Offsite parking at 524 Powell Street ($45/night plus tax), Historic Clipper Ship meeting room, No air conditioning, No fitness center or pool, and ATM/banking.
What do guests like about Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?
Guests often mention Excellent central location (Union Square, cable car access), Friendly, helpful staff, Clean rooms and reliable housekeeping, and Complimentary snacks/drinks and useful amenities (pillow menu, bathtub).

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      Standard Room 1 Queen Bed( No Air-Condition)

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        Standard Room 2 Twin Beds (No Air-Condition)

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        Double No Air Conditioning

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          Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (No Air Conditioning)

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          STANDARD, TWIN BEDS, NO AIR CONDITION

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            STANDARD, TWIN BEDS, NO AIR CONDITION, ACCESSIBLE

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              STANDARD, QUEEN BED, NO AIR CONDITION

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                  Standard Double room No Air Conditioning (full double bed) (queen size bed)

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                    Queen Room

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

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

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                          Standard Room 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Impaired-No Air-Condition)

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                            Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Air Conditioning) QueenBed

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

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

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                                  Standard Room 2 Single Beds (No Air Conditioning)

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                                    Standard Room 1 Queen Bed (Hearing Impaired)

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                                      Standard Room 2 Single Beds (Hearing Impaired No Air Conditioning)

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                                        Double room one bed

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                                          Double room Easy Access one bed

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                                            Double room Easy Access 2 beds

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                                              Standard Twin room No Air Conditioning (twin beds)

                                              • 14 m²
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                                              , 1 X Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Air Conditioning)

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                                                , 1 X Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (Hearing Impaired, No Air Conditioning) [BedType: 2 Single]

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

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