Sir Francis Drake Kimpton, San Francisco Details

Property Name: Sir Francis Drake - A Kimpton Hotel
Hotel Chain Name: Kimpton Hotels
Address: 450 Powell Street
Number of Rooms: 416
Number of Floors: 21
Longitude & Latitude: -122.41, 37.79
Room Types Available: Deluxe Double/Double, Deluxe Queen/Queen, King Deluxe, Tower Level King or 2 Queens, Towers
Bed Types Available: 1 King, 2 Doubles
Number of Photos: 127

Weekday Room Price Range: $161 to $331
Weekend Room Price Range: $169 to $509
Promotions: Room type: Classic King :: Advance Purchase Special - non-refundable + Free Wireless Internet on 06/23/2012, Room type: Classic King :: Free Wireless Internet on 06/16/2012

Star Rating: 4.0
Average Review Rating: 4.24
Number of Customer Reviews: 606
First Customer Review Date: 03/15/2006
Last Customer Review Date: 05/05/2012

Recent Sir Francis Drake Kimpton Review: "I am a meeting and event planner that used the Sir Francis Drake in the past for groups but had never been there myself. I decided to change that on a recent visit over Christmas. So I booked myself, my husband and my dad two historic queen rooms. Upon arrival, without even asking, the hotel upgraded both of our rooms to king beds. Very appreciated! Our  room was right next to the elevators...didn't hear any noise from them at all. The room was beautiful. They maintained the lovely architecture and mouldings in the room while updating everything else. The rooms were a calm, subdued purple with white crown moulding. There was enough room for a chair, ottoman, desk and flatscreen tv - plus plenty of space for us to move around in. Bathroom was small but I do recognize that hotel-goers in the 1920's weren't expecting soaker tubs and small apartment-sized spaces. I had been concerned from reading other reviews, and even from the hotel's own description of their "historic rooms" that we were about to walk into a closet. Well that was not the case! My dad's room was equally great. As a great bonus, they even have a program where each day of your stay that you do not change your linens, you get a $10 voucher for the bar. So every night we had complimentary cocktails at the bar in the lobby before leaving for dinner. What's to say about the location...absolutely perfect for anyone wanting to experience the city. Convenient for tourists (the trolley stops right outside the door) - the location is so central that we were able to walk to every venue. We were completely sold on the Sir Francis Drake and will probably make it our go-to hotel every time we come to the city. And as a meeting planner, I can now send my groups there with confidence. For the naysayers, it is an old hotel with history and aged walls...but I thinks she looks great for being 84 years old!"


Check-in Time: 3 PM
Check-out Time: NOON

Restaurants Near Sir Francis Drake Kimpton: Jack in the Box, Panda Express, Starbucks, $40 a Day, Zabihah World
Attractions Near Sir Francis Drake Kimpton: Golf, Abercrombie & Fitch, CitiBank, Avis, National Park in USA
Other Hotels Near Sir Francis Drake Kimpton: Intercontinental Mark Hopkins, Layne Hotel, Hotel Union Square, Huntington Hotel, Sweden House Hotel
Expert Tip
Cable cars provide cost-effective transportation in San Francisco to popular destinations such as Fisherman's Wharf. The cable cars stop directly in front of this hotel.


Notifications and Fees:

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.
  • Valet parking: US$ 47 per night
  • Valet parking large vehicle: US$ 52.00 per night

    • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    Recreation

    The hotel is five blocks from Yerba Buena Gardens, location of expansive public gardens, a children's playground, a year-round ice-skating rink, and an antique carousel. Three of San Francisco's public-play golf courses are nearby: Presidio Golf Club (four miles); Harding Park (six miles); and the Lincoln Park Golf Course (six miles). The waterfront Embarcadero, one mile from the hotel, is popular for jogging.

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

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf - driving range nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
    • Spa information

    Relax and rejuvenate with eco-friendly spa services offered directly in the Hotel Rooms of the Sir Francis Drake. The customized treatment menu incorporates wild-crafted, natural and organic ingredients, all devoted to working in harmony with the environment while nourishing your skin and senses. Enjoy a rejuvenating massage, luxurious body treatment or soothing facial in the privacy of your Hotel Rooms.

    A short guide to Union Square - Convention Center

    Flagship stores ring Union Square, among the vanguard of West Coast retail. Chinatown begins at Grant Avenue and Bush Street, while Gold Rush-era mansions crown Nob Hill. South of Union Square, the convention center area includes the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. Cable cars turn around at Powell and Market streets to head back to Fisherman’s Wharf.

    Dining at Sir Francis Drake Kimpton

    Scala's Bistro - Popular Mediterranean bistro specializing in French/Italian cuisine. Multi-level Parisian-bistro ambience and picture-window views of Powell Street's pedestrian action and famous street cars. Locals and visitors return for paper-thin carpaccio, mussels and pommes frites, boeuf bourguignon, seared salmon fillet, pan-roasted monkfish, pizza, and pasta. Extensive wine and cocktail menu. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails daily.

    Harry Denton's Starlight Room - Dancing, cocktails, and panoramic city views from penthouse-level nightclub with a 1930ies flair on the 21st floor. Live bands four nights a week; light menu. Happy Hour on weekdays from 6 PM to 7 PM. Guests sometimes spot celebrities and sports stars. Open nightly.

    Starbucks - Street-level. Coffee drinks and snacks.
    Awards

    A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified
    This property participates in Green Seal, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.

  • This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.

    • Terms & conditions

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
    Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

    Notification and fees

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, Check-In, or Check-Out.


  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee for large vehicle: USD 55 per night (in/out privileges)

    • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

    Services
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Parking garage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Secure parking
  • Security guard
  • Tour assistance
  • Valet parking
  • Wedding services
  • ATM/banking
  • Babysitting or childcare
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Concierge services
  • Doorman/doorwoman
  • Express Check-In
  • Express Check-Out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Medical assistance available
  • Multilingual staff
  • Nightclub
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    Business & Event
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Banquet facilities
  • Business center
  • Business services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Event catering
  • Exhibit space
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Technology helpdesk
  • 24-hour front desk
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    General
  • Air-conditioned public areas;
  • Ballroom(s);
  • Bar/lounge;
  • Coffee shop or cafĂ©;
  • Elevator/lift;
  • Number of floors: 21;
  • Number of rooms: 416;
  • Pool table;
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel;
  • Shopping on site;
  • Umbrella;
  • Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary;
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary;
  • Year Built 1928
    • Check-In time starts at
    Check-Out time is
    Early departure fee charged
    Pets accepted

    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Guests must show current government-issued proof of identity at the time of Check-In.
    Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
    Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

    Know before you go

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at Check-In for incidental charges.
    Special requests are subject to availability upon Check-In and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.

    • Hotel Features

    Doormen in full Beefeater regalia offer assistance at this landmark hotel, home to the famous Harry Denton's Starlight Room, a 1930s style nightclub featuring dancing, live entertainment and a 180-degree view of downtown San Francisco. Renovated in 2007, the hotel features Grand chandeliers and pallets of gold, purple and red that welcome guests into the lobby area, complete with plush seating and paintings of Sir Francis Drake. Seared salmon fillets, paper-thin carpaccios and boeuf bourguignons are showcased at Scala's Bistro. The Harry Denton Starlight Room offers Sunday brunch with attitude, including a live drag show (reservations required). The property also features a renovated Starbucks. A winding marble staircase leads to the mezzanine lounge, which overlooks Union Square and the cable cars below. The hotel hosts 11 conference rooms, encompassing 16,000 of square feet of meeting space. Business travelers can take advantage of a 24-hour business center with three high-speed Internet computer workstations and complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Guests have access to the fully-equipped fitness center. ATM banking is available onsite. Luggage storage is available.
    Location

    Built in 1928 and newly renovated in September 2011, the Sir Francis Drake Hotel in San Francisco, Calif., is one of the city's most revered properties. Positioned on Union Square, this downtown hotel is located within one-half block of many fashionable shopping boutiques, nightclubs and entertainment venues. The business district and Moscone Convention Center are within one-half mile. Chinatown is five blocks away and the Opera House is one mile from this hotel.

    Hotel Rooms

    Accommodations at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel feature slim dressers; large, leaning mirrors; and jewel-tone colored fabrics. Windows frame downtown views and bathrooms contain eco-friendly Aveda toiletries and bathrobes. Rooms offer digital televisions, cordless phones, and complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access. Guests' pets receive welcome kits that includes toys, treats and loaned dog beds.

    The Sir Francis Drake is a smoke-free property. Penalties apply for violations.
    A Green / Sustainable Property - Third Party Certified

    This property participates in Green Seal, a third-party certification program that has been independently certified. Third-party certification measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. An objective assessment of a company's sustainable tourism practices has been performed at this property by an auditor who is independent of the third-party certification program.
  • This property is affiliated with the International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) guests.

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    Property Facts
  • Pets accepted
  • Check-Out time is: noon
  • Early departure fee charged
  • Check-In time starts at: 3 PM
  • American Express
  • Barclaycard
  • Carte Blanche
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Eurocard
  • JCB International
  • MasterCard
  • Visa

  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.