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The St. Regis San Francisco vs Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

Both properties are highly recommended by writers. Overall, The St. Regis San Francisco is preferred by most reviewers compared to Kimpton Sir Francis Drake Hotel. The St. Regis San Francisco comes in at #1 in San Francisco with praise from 22 publications like Jetsetter, Michelin Guide and The Telegraph.

The St. Regis San Francisco
The St. Regis San Francisco
9 / 10
125 Third Street, San Francisco, CA
From $400 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Visually stunning modern design aesthetics – it’s almost like staying inside a work of art."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This temple of sophistication is a perfect example of why SoMa is so hot."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The latest in full-blown high-tech luxury is yours at this über-chic 40-story SoMa tower." Full review
Concierge Concierge
"Staying here can feel a little like you've discovered how to control others with your mind: Your desires are often fulfilled before you knew you had them."
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Request a room not facing Third Street if you're a light sleeper, though you'll sacrifice the gorgeous west-facing view of Twin Peaks.
Fodor's Fodor's
"Though this may be the most luxurious hotel in the city, guests often remark that it's hipper and more modern than other hotels in the St. Regis chain." Full review
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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
8 / 10
450 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA
From $175 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The Sir Francis Drake’s lobby is a hallucinogenic evocation of all things heraldic... the Sir Francis Drake’s lobby is a hallucinogenic evocation of all things heraldic."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"This San Francisco landmark is all prince and no pauper."
Frommer's Frommer's
"This landmark hotel is one of San Francisco's grand dames, operating continuously since 1928 in the heart of Union Square." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"The renovation was just what this ole gal needed, injecting her with new life and energy." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"A $20-million renovation has recast guestrooms in a lovely sage green, cream, and plum color scheme."
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