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Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel

4.0 of 5
450 Powell Street, Union Square, San Francisco, CA 94102
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Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel
Ranked #100 of 239 hotels in San Francisco
3.5 of 5 stars 893 Reviews
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  • Room service(17)
  • Very helpful(12)
  • Powell street(10)
  • Business trip(7)
  • Top floor(6)
  • Very nice(4)
  • Night club(4)
  • Old building(4)
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Riverside, California, United States
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

love this hotel great ambience spent my honeymoon here enjoyed it immensely, old hotel with lots of history.

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Toronto, Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

The Sir Francis Drake is a stunning hotel. From the doormen dressed in beefeater costume to the sumptuously decorated Lobby bar and the stunningly styled rooms this hotel delivers esthetics plus! The staff was extremely helpful and prompt when called down for things. The rooms were on the smaller side but beautiful. The downside was the old casement window that... More

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Nashville, Tennessee
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

After a long flight and BART ride the front desk staff was cheerful, witty, and inquisitive (which I don't mind). The room/bathroom was a bit on the small side with two double beds but was otherwise quiet and comfortable. I was surprised by the ten dollar charge for in-room internet. The lobby bar (quite busy but not ridiculous on a... More

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Vancouver, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW

I had a fantastic stay at this property. This was my first visit to San Fran and first time at a Kimpton Property. The hotel was centrally located in the heart of it all, which made it easy to get around. What impressed me the most about this property was the staff and the high level of Customer Service that... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW via mobile

The hotel said they were dog friendly and after looking at the pictures online it was hard to believe. I'm 27 years old but dress like i'm 16 and have an 80lbs english golden retriever so i was expecting the usually "what the hell are u doing this nice hotel treatment" i was completely wrong! Probably the best stay i've... More

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Jim Gross, General Manager at Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Dear jesmarsh: Yes, as part of Kimpton group, we welcome your canine friends of any ages and sizes. It sounds like you also enjoyed our location and the service that was provided by our staff. I appreciate your mentioning the staff name as well. Hope to see you and your companion in the near future. Jim Gross, General Manager More

Kennesaw, Georgia
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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This hotel is really nice. Great restaurant downstairs, nice lobby, great bar at the top of the building and nice rooms. Really enjoyed my stay - so close to great shopping, restaurants and bars.

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Jim Gross, General Manager at Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Dear Barbara J: I am glad to know that you enjoyed staying with us! ...and you are absolutely right about our location! Please visit us soon! Jim Gross, General Manager More

Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

The hotel is very nice itself and the beefeaters are fantastic!! Always friendly and helpful. Valet parking was VERY experience $57 a night. Staff was nice and helpful when needed. The rooms are small, like really small. We were upgraded to a deluxe room with two queen beds which was very small in space, the bathrooms are tiny. I requested... More

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Stafford, Virginia
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

My expectations were definitely high when I booked my room at the Drake. I was traveling solo on business without a rental car, so location was key. Right on the Powell/Market Street trolley line, I knew that this hotel was someplace special. I arrived to be greeted by a very friendly doorman dressed as a Beefeater. He introduced himself and... More

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Jim Gross, General Manager at Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Dear jayhawkinva: I appreciate the time you took to post a detailed review on the Drake! As you've mentioned, our Beefeater doormen and the Starlight Lounge are known to be SF iconic figures/place, as well as our historic building that was built in 1928! Additionally, I am glad that our concierge was able to direct you to a good Chinese... More

Iowa City, Iowa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012

I had a corner room with an amazing view of the city. Hotel bar was well stocked. Staff were very welcoming. I had no problems sleeping, however I've been told the street noise can keep you awake if you're a light sleeper. The concierge was extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and hands down the best concierge I've ever seen. Starlight Room on... More

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Jim Gross, General Manager at Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
29 May 2012

Dear GozerTheTraveler-X: Thank you for visiting us and posting your comments. I am glad to know that our concierge desk was able to provide you with a good service and you enjoyed our location to all directions which SF has to offer. Starlight Lounge is known to be a place to visit for both locals and tourists alike and I... More

Durham, North Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Saturday night when they hosted the San Francisco (east?) High school prom, held on the 4th floor of the hotel, my 3rd floor room was literally shaking and pulsing in beat with every base note till 11:45 pm. My required 5:15 am wake up was very unwelcome. On the other hand, the location is fabulous, and other nights there were... More

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Jim Gross, General Manager at Sir Francis Drake Hotel - a Kimpton Hotel, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Dear MerryContrary: Thank you for a review on your recent stay with us. I apologize for the incovenience you dealt with the prom event and the smell in the bathroom. I have already discussed the smell issue with our housekeeping staff. Yes, our Beefeater doorman is considered somewhat of an icon in SF tourism industry! It sounds like you enjoyed... More

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Address: 450 Powell Street, Union Square, San Francisco, CA 94102
Price range (per night):* S$276 - 659

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