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Hotel Overview

Historic family owned hotel on Union Square

Location

433 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94102
USA

Propery amenities

This boutique hotel has been in the same family for four generations. It was built in 1914 for the 1915 Panama Pacific International Exposition, and, at 15 stories, was the tallest building in the city at that time. European styling throughout is augmented with photos and artwork of the exposition and the clipper ships of the mid-1800s. Complimentary freshly baked cookies, apples, and gourmet coffee are available in the lobby. Location is a high point: The hotel is on the Powell Street cable car line and steps from the stores and restaurants of Union Square. Major theaters are within 3 blocks.

A computer with high-speed Internet access is available for guest use. Guests also have complimentary access to the St. Francis Health Club across the street.

Airport transportation is available for an additional fee.

Concierge services	Complimentary newspapers in lobby
Use of nearby fitness center	Bar/lounge
Restaurant(s) in hotel	Room service (limited hours)
Parking (valet)	Parking (surcharge)
Conference room(s)	Catering
Banquet facilities	Audio-visual equipment
Photocopy machines	Business services
Computer rental	Fax machine
Internet access in public areas	Safe-deposit box - front desk
Wake-up calls	Number of rooms: 137
24-hour front desk	Porter/bellhop
Express check-in/check-out	Multilingual staff
Medical assistance available	Gift shops or newsstand
Tour assistance	Maid service daily
Dry cleaning service	Microwave in lobby
Rollaway beds	Cribs available
Suitable for children

Policies

Extra person charges may apply depending on hotel policy.
There are no room charges for infants occupying the same room as their parents.
Rollaways and infant beds may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply for rollaways.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 3 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Dining

Luques Restaurant and Bar - Open daily for breakfast and lunch, the Chancellor's in-house restaurant serves American-style meals (eggs, grilled sandwiches, salads). Leather benches ring the dining room, which seats 45 and is decorated with classic advertisements for French pastries and liquors.

The hotel's restaurant does not serve dinner, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area.

Nearby restaurants:
Scala's
Farallon
Postrio

Recreation

The hotel offers guests complimentary use of the St. Francis Health Club across the street. San Francisco Bay and Pacific Ocean beaches offer a variety of recreational opportunities such as windsurfing, fishing, birding, and bicycling. Golden Gate Park, about 4 miles from the hotel, offers myriad activities, including bicycling, skating, golf, boating, fly-fishing, hiking trails, handball, and tennis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

Rooms

This hotel has 137 guestrooms, all of which include TV-based high-speed Internet access (fee), and dual-line phones with data-port hookups and complimentary local calls. Beds have cushioned headboards; guests can choose from 12 pillow types, including buckwheat, satin, full-body, and magnetic therapy. Rooms have ceiling fans, and windows open to let in fresh breezes. Rubber ducks add a whimsical touch to the deep bathtubs.

Room amenities

Internet access - high speed	Cable/satellite TV
Video-game console	Pay movies
Hypo-allergenic bedding available	Ceiling fan
Climate control	Multi-line phone
Internet access - dial-up	Free local calls
Housekeeping	Extra towels, linens, bedding
Hair dryer	Iron/ironing board
In-room safe	Clock radio
Desk	Window opens
Non-smoking rooms

Standard room
One queen or two twin beds with floral bedspreads. Approximately 300 square feet. View of Union Square or downtown. TV-based high-speed Internet access (fee). Dual-line phone with data-port hookup and complimentary local calls. Cushioned headboards, menu of 12 pillow types. Ceiling fan, umbrella, safe, and Nintendo game console. Soaking tub with rubber duck.

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