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Union Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with soaking bathtubs

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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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401 First Street, Benicia, CA, 94510
  • Place, Benicia Marina
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Studio 41
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Benicia Capitol State Historic Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Seaside Daisy

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Primrose

  • 280 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sea Lavender

10.0 out of 10
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  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Arrowgrass

10.0 out of 10
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Marigold

8.6 out of 10
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  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Stickseed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
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  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lupine

7.0 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Fawn Lily

8.0 out of 10
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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12 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Victoriana

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Benicia

In Benicia .Stay at this Benicia hotel and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Empress Theatre and John F. Kennedy Library. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Vallejo Ferry Terminal and California Grand Casino.

What's nearby

  • Benicia Marina - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Studio 41 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Benicia Capitol State Historic Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Benicia Certified Farmers Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Benicia City Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Martinez Station - 14 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rrags Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪One House Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bella Siena - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lucca Bar & Grill - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Union Hotel

3-star guestrooms with soaking bathtubs
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. The business-friendly Union Hotel also features express check-in, express check-out, and an elevator. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Benicia hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Union Hotel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 12 private bathrooms
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Union Benicia
Union Hotel Benicia
Union Hotel Hotel
Union Hotel Benicia
Union Hotel Hotel Benicia

Frequently asked questions

How close is Union Hotel to the airport?

Union Hotel is 12.2 mi (20-min drive) away from the Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Union Hotel?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Union Hotel on Dec 18, 2025 start from $167.49, excluding 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 Union Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Union Hotel.

Does Union Hotel offer free breakfast?

Yes, Union Hotel offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Union Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but California Grand Casino (10-min drive) and San Pablo Lytton Casino (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Union Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Union Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Union Hotel have a pool?

Union Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Union Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Union Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Union Hotel to downtown Benicia?

Union Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Benicia.

Union Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 539 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 539 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 539 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 539 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 539 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Janet

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old bldg needs help. And crafty appreciation of its strengths & respect for a need to resuscitate its history.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Old Charm

It is a charming place to stay, we had a gorgeous view. The plumbing is old so don’t expect luxury there. Hotel probably needs to replace mattresses as they are bent in the middle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the historical aspect and the staff was wonderful. It was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the historical aspect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Minimal outlet for charging. Bed fairly comfortable, but all in all the room was fine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, springfield

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Charlie

Traveled with family and small children
Cute but a little dingy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

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

The sweetest hotel

It’s was such a beautiful room with a gorgeous view of the bay. The only issue we had was the kitchen exhaust fan ran until 11pm and vibrates the whole wall, bed, and floor. The minute it shuts off it’s silent. Also no continental breakfast, no one was in the lobby when we left at 7:30…but there’s a great coffee shop across the street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayriel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Delilah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the antique vibe of the hotel, however I feel there are small details that can be improved on. We stayed in the Victorians room. The few hangers provided were old wire hangers that were bent. The small drawer in the bathroom had holes in it. The room was advertised with breakfast and there was no breakfast available. However, the bed was comfortable and the room size was bigger than average. The vanity was big enough to setup my workspace. The neighborhood had plenty of walkable shops and restaurants which was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room! Great location, will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

I would rather pay more to get more

I do not recommend the Union Hotel in Benicia California, but I do recommend Benicia, which is a gem. The Union Hotel was built in 1852 and is now a neglected relic. There are warnings about using the elevator. The desk staff seem to have no pride in their work. The “free continental breakfast“ is a joke. The bed was very comfortable, and the linens were very clean, but the furnishings were tattered. Next time I will pay more to get more at a different hotel. However, if you want something clean and budget friendly in a great location, the Union Hotel is tolerable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff, Benicia

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained old hotel with charm
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an historical hotel in use since the 1late 800's. Very quaint period furnishings. Antique furniture throughout with the exception of the flat screen TV and in suite Jacuzzi tub. Very comfortable with nice product in the bath. EXCELLENT restaurant/bar on the 1st floor. The only thing we missed this time was a ghostly encounter!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

octavio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, no ghosts 😥😎👻😀
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Downtown Benicia weekend.

The hotel is like stepping back in time, some of the rooms have great views. The in site restaurant was very good and there are plenty of shopping and dining within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is older and perfection is not expected however, we enjoyed our stay very much. Perfect location. In the middle of everything and that’s what we wanted. The air conditioner provided a muffle from any noise from the hustle and bustle of First Street activity. Definitely would stay again. In fact, we’ve stayed here multiple times and have never been disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024