Chancellor Hotel on Union Square, near vibrant Lombard Street and the iconic Union Square Ice Rink, offers a blend of classic charm and modern comforts. With dry cleaning services, in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in the lobby, multilingual staff await to make your stay seamless.
Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
SF Masonic Auditorium - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Warfield Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 28 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 29 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 34 min drive
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 36 min drive
Bayshore Station - 9 min drive
22nd Street Station - 14 min drive
San Francisco Station - 24 min walk
Powell St & Post St Stop - 1 min walk
Powell St & Sutter St Stop - 1 min walk
Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 2 min walk
Restaurants
Golden Gate Tap Room - 1 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min walk
7-Eleven - 1 min walk
Pacific Cocktail Haven - 2 min walk
OneUp Restaurant & Lounge - 2 min walk
About this property
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
When you stay at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and Moscone Convention Center. This Edwardian hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Lombard Street and Oracle Park. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Powell St & Post St Stop and Powell St & Sutter St Stop are just steps away.
At a glance
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Hotel size
137 rooms
Arranged over 15 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
24-hour offsite parking within 0.1 mi (USD 45.00 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared microwave
Water dispenser
Working away
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1914
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Lockers available
Edwardian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 30
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs USD 45.00 per day (656 ft away; open 24 hours)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
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Frequently asked questions
Does Chancellor Hotel on Union Square offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Chancellor Hotel on Union Square does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (21-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Union Square (1-min walk), Lombard Street (1.4 mi), and Golden Gate Bridge (4.8 mi).
What's the area around Chancellor Hotel on Union Square like?
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is in Union Square, a short 1-minute walk from Powell St & Post St Stop and 13 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for sightseeing.
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Reviews
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square Reviews
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2026
Fantastic room, nice staff, could not be more central
Francis
Francis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2026
A very nice stay. Friendly staff, clean rooms, free coffe and water.
Nice and soft beds. A great hotel!!
Linda
Linda, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2026
Room was clean and comfortable.
Gregory H
Gregory H, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2026
Great location and good sized rooms
Stephen
Stephen, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Great place to stay! We enjoyed the location, the cookies, and the pillow selection.
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2026
Great location and very nice staff.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
Great staff, amazing location and comfortable room.
Karla
Karla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
Great central location. Staff were lovely and rooms while small had everything we needed. Beds and bedding very comfy!
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2026
I loved this stay! Extremely friendly staff and amazing rooms
Hajar
Hajar, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Great room and perfect location.
James
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2026
Great location
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
The location is very good, and the hotel has been updated well!
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
Fantastic....kindest hotel and such a comfortable stay!
Amy
Amy, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2026
Much thanks to the such good service
Dawn-Elissa
Dawn-Elissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2026
The room was very big and clean, the price totally fine, internet ok and the personal was kind. Everything ok!
Giuseppe
Giuseppe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Great location love the historical feel
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 15, 2026
Clean rooms and very convenient location
Osborn
Osborn, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 29, 2026
Hotel is funky but the staff is super friendly and the location and price were great
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2025
Location, ease of check in, great staff
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Clean room, helpful staff and great location to explore de city.
Alan
Alan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Wonderful location and staff.
Kellie
Kellie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2026
Clean room. Nice beds. Felt safe.
Migdelia
Migdelia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
The location was fantastic and staff was very helpful and friendly!