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Reviews of Handlery Union Square Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

351 Geary Street, Union Square, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States

#107 of 223 hotels in San Francisco

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 3219 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: May 31, 2023

    9.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Petite Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There wasn’t shampoo/bath soap inside of my room and the room is very little

    It’s a good Hotel

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 31, 2023

    8.0
    Dated but good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s quite dated and basic. the bed wasn’t the most comfortable but all in all good for what you pay.

    super clean, in a good location with parking at the property (albeit $58 a day)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    8.0
    Amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Petite Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs can be a bit problematic to floors in the newer building by the pool when you have luggage. There is a disabled lift, but it’s slow and not that big.

    Amazing location. Nice to have a pool. Friendly and accommodating staff.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Air conditionin system didn’t work for a couple days, so the bedroom was really cold.

    Perfect localization. Comfortable bed.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    7.0
    Can’t have rooms without fridges
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no fridge in the room

    location and staff

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    8.0
    Nice city, hotel mwah so so
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    breakfast is expected regarding the price

    quiet hotel centraly located in downtown SF

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2023

    7.0
    online photos of hotel were generous and maybe taken from upgraded rooms. Staff were friendly and helpful. location was
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    property was dated, bedroom size was small, no chair or sitting space. Gym was sparse of equipment.

    good location for union square and BART trains

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2023

    7.0
    Friendly staff, comfortable rooms and great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Plumbing in the rooms was bad, rooms were quite old.

    Great location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Petite Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I made a mistake and booked the wrong date, only realising on the day we needed to stay. The hotel was very accommodating and fixed this for us. The room was comfortable with lots of amenities.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2023

    9.0
    Hot and COLD
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Except for the 1st girl I think her name was Rena who was lovely. None of the male staff smiled or spoke, very depressing. Didn't bother trying to say hello to them after the 1st day. We were there for 4 days.

    The location to main areas and public transport The rooms were clean Comfortable bed Good service from cleaners

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2023

    7.0
    A good central place, but a bit too expensive for what you get...
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Parking wasn't easy. There's a backyard parking that you can use to offload your luggage but they only give you 20 free minutes (you have to pay if you stay longer). Also, this information wasn't entirely obvious, we almost got a fine for initially parking in front of the hotel, before finding out about the other parking lot. Also, some of the staff didn't seem particularly happy about helping us when we needed it, still, they clearly wanted a tip and made it evident at every occasion... No breakfast is available (at all, in the premise), but you get get a 20% voucher (one time only) for a bar nearby. Finally, the place is nice but a bit wore off in the furniture and the interiors.

    Very central location

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2023

    8.0
    Great location and no frills.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Absolutely fantastic location. Apparently family run over many years, the decor etc. takes you to another era.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2023

    9.0
    Great family run hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location. Close to all the main facilities - shopping, cable car, public transport and restaurants.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 26, 2023

    7.0
    great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    brilliant city centre location. very handy for red bus and train station. supermarket close by.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location. Price point.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2023

    7.0
    Great location but an older hotel in need of an upgrade.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Rooms need a refresh, noisy (not great sound proofing), old aircon/heating and staff not that friendly/helpful.

    Great location - very close to Union Square and transport to and from.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2023

    7.0
    Great location, friendly staff, but old carpets need cleaning.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Petite Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room was clean but the window faced back alley. The carpet in the room and the hallways need deep cleaning. It smelled and felt like the room was not properly cleaned (although the room was actually clean).

    The location was excellent. Many restaurants and public transportation nearby.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 7 nights

    We had an incident with the toilet overflowing resulting in an inch of water on our bathroom floor. However this was resolved promptly by hotel staff.

    I had stayed at the Handlery about 10 years ago and returned recently because I loved the location. My daughter and I were travelling together and our room was perfect for us, with lots of space. Very comfortable beds, friendly staff and you can't beat the location in Union Square. We were also very appreciative of the hotel allowing us to check in very early when we arrived after a long flight.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premier King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noise from baby next door and bathroom was a bit old and tired.

    Location was great. Staff were friendly and room was cleaned every day which was nice.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2023

    7.0
    Great for short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Carpets in public area grubby looking

    Great location, easy transportation nearby , clean room Staff very helpful gave great recommendations for getting around The carpets in public areas grubby looking

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2023

    8.0
    Superb location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no heating in the rooms. I was cold so the staff brought extra blankets immediately but they said they couldn't do anything about the heating due to the age of the hotel. The swimming pool was shut but this was due to an emergency and a note was delivered to our room to inform us .

    Superb location right by Union Square and walking distance from BART Station. Lovely old building. Lift. Plenty of helpful staff, good service. Discount given at local diner which did excellent breakfasts.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2023

    8.0
    I would chose this hotel again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    Having pre-paid for our stay, it was a little disconcerting to arrive and be told that we had to pay. Fortunately, one of the staff was able to sort this problem out fairly quickly but it was stressful after an 11 hour plane flight.

    Location: close to shops, restaurants, and cable car. Also close to the Amtrak stop on Mission Street. Easy access to the airport using BART. Having secure baggage store.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2023

    8.0
    Good Location Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The View, and the fact they take 50 dollars a night deposit which takes a good while to find its way back to your Bank even though they release it moment you leave. Just seems a lot to pay for a deposit

    Excellent Diner 100yds away which they give you 20% discount if your staying at the Handlery. Breakfast was best ever had. Location was excellent, view was poor but that comes with being in amongst so many tall buildings

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2023

    9.0
    Well located, clean and good value given how expensive San Francisco is.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Double Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great location and room was very clean. Discounts on cafe and tours was an added bonus.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Petite Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Though it was technically very well located, it borders the Tenderloin district which can make you feel uneasy.

    Super friendly staff and very comfortable room

    Stayed in May 2023

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