Name: Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG
Address: 235 O Farrell Street, San Francisco, California, 94102, San Francisco, 94102
Telephone: +1 415-951-1500
Rating: 8.6

Free WiFiFree newspapers in lobbySnack bar/deliConcierge serviceElevatorFree breakfast

Check-in / Check-out

From 03:00 PM · Until 11:00 AM

Classification

2-Star Hotel

Amenities

Elevator, Free breakfast, Safe-deposit box at front desk, Free newspapers in lobby, Smoke-free property, Tours/ticket assistance

Location

San Francisco, US

Luxurious Amenities

Embrace luxury with our 24-hour fitness center, complimentary Wi-Fi, and concierge services included for your convenience.

Delectable Dining Options

Savor a delicious bite from our snack bar/deli and enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast to kickstart your day.

Central Location

Located steps away from Union Square, immerse yourself in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant atmosphere.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience? Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square, an IHG Hotel today.

Accommodations

Rooms & Suites

Check-in

Check-out

Guests

Loading rooms and rates...

Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

8.6

Excellent

135 reviews

Highlights

+Clean and safe hotel
+Great location
+Polite and friendly staff

Could Improve

–Dirty windows
–Noise from the bar
–AC not functioning

Cleanliness7.8

Windows were very dirty throughout the stay.

Service9.3

Staff were polite and friendly; check-in and check-out were efficient.

Location9.3

Great location for exploring downtown San Francisco, easy access to mass transit.

Room Quality8.3

Room was comfortable and spacious; air conditioning was effective.

Amenities8.3

Coffee machine provided in the room; however, breakfast area was small.

Value for Money8.8

Breakfast included and offered a good level of choice.

Food and Beverage8.8

Excellent food options close by.

Overall Experience8.3

Overall, this was a good stay despite some inconveniences.

Attkica

Friends Getaway · Aug 2025

Great location

Liked:Great location for exploring downtown San Francisco. Easy access to all mass transit. Close to restaurants and bars. Free breakfast for getting you going each morning. Very comfortable beds.

via tripadvisor

Cookiemonster203

Solo Travel · Jul 2025

Good location, comfortable stay

Liked:Overall, this was a good stay. The location is very good for access to BART, MUNI Metro as well as historic street cars. The staff I dealt with with were polite and friendly. Check in and check out was efficient. The hotel was happy to hold on to a suitcase for a few hours on check out. The room was comfortable and spacious. The air conditioning was effective. There is a coffee machine and pods provided in the room. Coffee pods were replaced daily. The in room safe would not lock for the duration of the stay. This was despite drawing the attention of reception to this fact. Breakfast was included in the cost of the stay, and offered a good level of choice. However, a minor criticism is that the room where breakfast is a very small space and appears too small for the size of the hotel. On two of the five mornings that I had breakfast in the hotel I had to bring my breakfast back up in the elevator to my room, because there was simply no space left in the room to have breakfast. The windows of the hotel were very dirty throughout my five night stay and looked like they hadn't been cleaned in months. There is also a bar at street level under the hotel and this was, at times in the evening, a source of considerable noise.

via tripadvisor

352meltemg

Family · Jul 2025

A Pleasant Stay Near Union Square – Super Comfy Beds and Great Breakfast!

Liked:We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The beds were incredibly comfortable, and the location couldn’t have been better – it’s right next to Union Square and makes getting to all the main attractions really easy. Despite being in downtown, the hotel was surprisingly quiet, and we slept very well. We enjoyed the breakfast, which was quite sufficient and offered a nice variety. It was a buffet-style setup, and I especially loved the white egg veggie omelet. There were plenty of healthy options that fit my daily protein intake needs, which I really appreciated. Check-in and check-out were both very quick, and the staff were always friendly and welcoming. Our room was cleaned every day, with fresh sheets and towels provided daily. The only downsides were that the window was quite dirty, making it hard to enjoy the view outside, and the showerhead had low water pressure. It would be great if they could clean the windows more often and improve the water pressure in the shower. I’d definitely stay here again. It was excellent value for money!

via tripadvisor

Y6705CUmichaelo

Family · Jul 2024

Very pleasant stay and great location in downtown San Francisco

Liked:Very pleasant stay and excellent location in San Francisco. The rooms are comfortable, well insulated against outside sounds, and the breakfast is pretty good, at least according to expectations for Holiday Inn Express. As a European, I'd prefer a breakfast that generates less waste. In particular, metal silverware and reusable dishes are much more enjoyable than their disposable versions. The staff is friendly and helpful too.

via tripadvisor

Location

How to Find Us

235 O Farrell Street, San Francisco, California, 94102

San Francisco · US

+1 415-951-1500

Policies

Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 03:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

All prices are all-inclusive with taxes and fees. A valid credit card is required at check-in. No additional resort or service fees will apply.

Important Information

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
A deposit may be required at the property.

Explore More

Nearby Hotels

9.2/ 10

★★★★

Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel

450 Powell Street

5,248 reviews

9.0/ 10

★★★★

Stanford Court San Francisco

905 California Street

5,606 reviews

9.0/ 10

★★★

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

433 Powell St

6,774 reviews

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

8.8/ 10

★★★★

Club Quarters Hotel Embarcadero, San Francisco

424 Clay St

7,361 reviews

8.8/ 10

★★★★★

Hotel Nikko San Francisco

222 Mason St

5,092 reviews

8.6/ 10

★★★★

Hotel Caza Fisherman's Wharf

1300 Columbus Avenue

6,549 reviews

Explore all San Francisco collections & guides →

Why Dyme

Travel Smarter. Make an Impact.

Every trip you book through Dyme funds renewable energy projects around the world. Same hotels, better prices, real change.

Save up to 35%

Exclusive member rates on 2M+ hotels worldwide

Fund Clean Energy

Your booking directly finances renewable electricity

Price Guarantee

Find a lower rate anywhere and we'll match it

Stay in the loop

Travel deals, sustainability updates, and no spam. Ever.

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG | Member Rates | Dyme

Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

8.6

Excellent

135 reviews

Highlights

+Clean and safe hotel
+Great location
+Polite and friendly staff

Could Improve

–Dirty windows
–Noise from the bar
–AC not functioning

Cleanliness7.8

Windows were very dirty throughout the stay.

Service9.3

Staff were polite and friendly; check-in and check-out were efficient.

Location9.3

Great location for exploring downtown San Francisco, easy access to mass transit.

Room Quality8.3

Room was comfortable and spacious; air conditioning was effective.

Amenities8.3

Coffee machine provided in the room; however, breakfast area was small.

Value for Money8.8

Breakfast included and offered a good level of choice.

Food and Beverage8.8

Excellent food options close by.

Overall Experience8.3

Overall, this was a good stay despite some inconveniences.

Attkica

Friends Getaway · Aug 2025

Great location

Liked:Great location for exploring downtown San Francisco. Easy access to all mass transit. Close to restaurants and bars. Free breakfast for getting you going each morning. Very comfortable beds.

via tripadvisor

Cookiemonster203

Solo Travel · Jul 2025

Good location, comfortable stay

via tripadvisor

352meltemg

Family · Jul 2025

A Pleasant Stay Near Union Square – Super Comfy Beds and Great Breakfast!

via tripadvisor

Y6705CUmichaelo

Family · Jul 2024

Very pleasant stay and great location in downtown San Francisco

via tripadvisor