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Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco

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Property amenity
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Business center
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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235 O Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Warfield Theatre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Union Square stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Union Square hotel, you'll find Union Square and Palace Hotel. Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Warfield Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kin Khao - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Central - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG

Hotel near Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. A 24-hour fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG.

This San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG offers 59 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG is 14.2 mi (29-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG?

As of Jun 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG on Jul 12, 2026 start from $199, 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 Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 6.3 mi (37-min drive) from Ocean Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG to downtown San Francisco?

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG is 1 mi away from San Francisco.

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 622 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful room and friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room is really nice , staff are helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIO MARCIO ATHAYDES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable, specious, clean and well-organized. Property was clean and well-located. Staff was polite, efficient and non-intrusive. Complimentary breakfast was a nice added bonus. I truly enjoyed my stay at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very clean suite and an accommodating and friendly staff. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and found the hotel to be clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean. Good condition. Nice breakfast. Good location. Great value.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was friendly and attentive. The room was clean and spacious. Amazing location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Front desk staff very pleasant. Great breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe hotel. Close to Cable Cars, street cars and BART.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location, great breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great location good value
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Esan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, close to restaurants bars and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food options close by. Hinodeya ramen next t Door, Magnin Street around the corner, and Union Pizza across the street. All had excellent food!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is good and the location is very convenient.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

katsura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i recommend this Hotel to my friends
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean place. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was in okay condition
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is an small hotel but the cleaning and service is excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

Had a great stay. Convenient to everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023