Praise for the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco

Let our guests tell you why the historic Sir Francis Drake Hotel on Union Square has been known in San Francisco since 1928. Below are guest comments, as well as quotes from the media about our luxury downtown hotel from newspapers and magazines such as the San Francisco Chronicle and Conde Nast Traveler.

Press Releases:
Read more about our Ruby Celebration: the Sir Francis Drake turns 80

Tom Sweeney, San Francisco's Most Legendary Doorman, Celebrates More Than 30 Years of Service at the Historic Sir Francis Drake Hotel On Union Square

Awards:
Sir Francis Drake Hotel - "Best of CitySearch" as the Best Union Square Hotel for 2006
California EPA Green Lodging Program, Participation level

Corporate customers:
...."Everything that I had hoped for came true! Beautiful weather, impeccable service, great food, and perfect location."....

...."I think the best compliment came from one staffer who said "It wasn't like an office party, it was just a great party." I couldn't agree more."....

...."Their coordination of my event and the excellent service provided under the direction of Jim, the banquet manager, proved a memorable San Francisco experience for my customers .... Be assured that the next event I set up in San Francisco will be held at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel."

...."I personally would like to extend my thanks to you for your attention to detail and knowing exactly what I was looking for. It's difficult enough arranging these meetings locally, much less across the country."....

Individual Customers:
"I have been coming here since 1966 and I love the hotel!!! I won't dream of staying any other place in San Francisco."
- Houston, Texas

"The lobby was beautiful, the room made us feel right at home. We stayed here forty years ago, and we are back again."
- St. Petersburg, Florida

"I like the location, and the quality of rooms for the price."
- Omaha, Nebraska

"The staff is so friendly and courteous, everything was wonderful."
- San Diego, California
The Sir Francis Drake - A historic Union Square hotel near downtown San Francisco and Moscone Convention Center