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Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG

235 O Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Free Breakfast
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Gym

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG is located steps from Union Square in the heart of San Francisco. The property puts you within walking distance of major attractions including the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (0.5 miles) and Moscone Convention Center (an 11-minute walk). An 11-mile journey to San Francisco International Airport connects the hotel to regional and international travel. Guests consistently rate the location 5 out of 5 stars based on over 558 reviews.

The hotel offers 59 air-conditioned rooms, including 5 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator, LCD television, and complimentary wireless internet. Rooms feature cable programming for entertainment, desks, and in-room coffee and tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.3 out of 5, reflecting the functional design and amenities provided throughout the stay.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is included with your stay. The on-site snack bar and deli offer additional meal options. Recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, and the concierge desk provides assistance with tours and ticket arrangements. Other conveniences include a business center, dry cleaning and laundry services, luggage storage, safe-deposit boxes, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible, and welcomes service animals. WiFi is available throughout the building, and a 24-hour front desk staff manages guest needs around the clock.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property does not permit pets, though service animals are allowed without restrictions. With an overall guest rating of 4.3 out of 5, approximately 86 percent of guests would recommend this hotel to others.

Location & nearby attractions

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG, you'll be centrally located in San Francisco, steps from Union Square and 11 minutes by foot from Moscone Convention Center. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Oracle Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Union Square - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Westfield San Francisco Centre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
450 Sutter Building - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Warfield Theatre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Golden Gate Theatre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Palace Hotel - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
SF Masonic Auditorium - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Moscone Convention Center - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Grace Cathedral - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Great American Music Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Orpheum Theatre - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
555 California Street - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 22.9 km / 14.2 mi
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 31.4 km / 19.5 mi
San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 39.9 km / 24.8 mi
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 47 km / 29.2 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 59 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Dining

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express San Francisco Union Square by IHG. A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

Getting here

San Francisco International Airport (14 miles)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM
Check-out 11:00 AM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be 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
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Sorry
  • Service Animals Only.
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Know before you go

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).