The Cartwright Hotel Union Square - Best Western Premier Collection 

Old-time charm

Moments from Broadway shows and diamonds at Tiffany’s, you’re in a stellar central location at The Cartwright Hotel Union Square.

The Cartwright Hotel Union Square has been around since 1913 and you’ll still see snippets of classic architecture throughout. This sightseeing bolthole also makes light work of hopping on the cable car for a quintessential San Francisco experience. Bedrooms are a modern but very standard affair and it’s ultimately the crackling fire and board games in the lobby sitting room that remind you of its Edwardian roots. There’s no restaurant or bar here but you’re opposite Golden Gate Tap Room & Grill for tacos, craft beer and burgers.

Why we love The Cartwright Hotel Union Square - Best Western Premier Collection

  • A good value option in a central location

  • Ride the Powell Street cable car to Fisherman's Wharf

  • Walk to Chinatown for some of the city's best dim sum

  • You are just one block from Union Square, San Francisco's hub for shopping, entertainment and dining

3.5 stars
San Francisco
11 hours

Facilities

  • Activities

With its central location you can explore Union Square, Chinatown and North Beach on foot whilst further afield attractions are easily reached by cable car.

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