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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star Edwardian hotel near Union Square

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A lobby with seating, a reception desk, and large windows.
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, a television, and a refrigerator.
A restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.
The exterior of the Chancellor Hotel with a glass entrance, a signboard, and an ATM on the right.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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433 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, 450 Sutter Building
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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

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
(620 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Union Square stay.With a stay at this Union Square hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Union Square and 2 miles (3 km) of Lombard Street. Golden Gate Bridge is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) away.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 5 min walk - 0.3 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

About this property

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

3.5-star Edwardian hotel near Union Square
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Chancellor Hotel on Union Square also features dry cleaning/laundry services, a front-desk safe, and a porter.

This 3.5-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 137 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1914
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offers 137 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

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

Accessibility

  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Air conditioning is not provided. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square to the airport?

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is 19.4 mi (36-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

As of Oct 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square on Nov 1, 2026 start from $179, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square.

How close is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square to the beach?

This hotel is 6.2 mi (33-min drive) from Ocean Beach.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offer free breakfast?

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.

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

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

Is there free parking at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have a pool?

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square does not have a pool.

Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Chancellor Hotel on Union Square to downtown San Francisco?

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is 1.1 mi away from San Francisco.

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2501 out of 3496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 731 out of 3496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 3496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 3496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 3496 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really a great place to stay the surroundings is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Parking was great! Cookies and coffee I lobby excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel and will stay there every time I am in SF.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous, would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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

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The staff was very friendly and accomodsting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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I loved the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

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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

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Safe clean hotel with a good staff
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Nice old hotel. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location Close to Bart stop for airport and buses The hotel has complimetary coffee and cookies Would choose this hotel again
Viewed from union square
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location. This is the second time we stayed at Hotel Chancellor. We enjoyed the friendly and very helpful staff. The rooms are clean and all the amenities. We loved also the coffee and cookies and the water/tea. Highly recommend, we will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel and close to Union Square.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very happy with the stay. Hotel is in a good location for any visiting tourist. The staff were extremely helpful. The room itself was good, just what i was looking for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really cool old hotel in a great spot. Nice staff, very clean rooms and property. We didn’t get to use much of the amenities, as we spent most of our time out and about but we will definitely check this place on our next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly comfortable beds!! Wobdwrful front desk staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026