The Marker Hotel - Union Square

Union Square, San Francisco

Virgin rating

The hotel

Put yourself slap-bang in the middle of some of San Francisco’s most fashionable theatres, restaurants, and sights. The boutique Marker Hotel is a great base — and its energy matches its setting. It was built in 1910 but you can still see its ‘Beaux Arts’ beauty in the lobby’s floor-to-ceiling fireplace and grand marble staircase. The hotel’s anything but olde-worlde though, with little touches like WiFi, and a Hydration Station providing fruit and herb infused water on tap.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Valet parking

Where is it

In the Tenderloin/Lower Nob Hill area of San Francisco, near Union Square’s shopping, the theatre district, museums, and endless dining. The hotel is also close to the Financial District and Moscone Convention Center. Transfer time from San Francisco International airport: 15 minutes.

Hotel information

201 rooms and suites on 7 floors. All with flat-screen LCD TV with on-demand movies, WiFi access*, iHome alarm clock radio, telephone, honour bar* (stocked with gourmet and organic treats), safe, hairdryer, bathrobes, iron and board. In-room Yoga & Wellness Kits available (on request, subject to availability). Queen Rooms have 1 king-size or 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe Rooms with 1 king-size bed, 1 queen-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Junior Suites feature a living room and bedroom with 1 king-size bed and 1 queen-size sleeper sofa, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Mar '25 to receive up to 30% off accommodation cost plus a suite upgrade and a wine and cheese amenity welcome.  Stay between 16 Jan '25 and 31 Mar '26 (minimum 3 night).  Terms & conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Black out dates may apply.

Tratto (restaurant and bar serving rustic Italian fare, open for breakfast, dinner and drinks, with daily happy hour). Complimentary morning tea and coffee (in lobby Living Room, 7:00-10:00am). Hydration Station (fruit and herb infused water). 24-hour room service*. In-room spa services*. Steam room. Whirlpool. 24-hour fitness centre. Concierge. Complimentary WiFi. Valet parking $58, $64 for SUVs, plus tax per night (payable locally, subject to change).

As a special offer for Virgin Atlantic Holidays' customers, the resort fee is included in the rate, saving $39٫90 per night (subject to change). 

Resort fee includes: - Coffee and tea daily - Standard WiFi in guest rooms - Fitness room access - Yoga mats/fitness kit - Newspapers in lobby - Local and long distance phone calls. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

* Denotes local charge.

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2043)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Quick trip for theater and family.

Jan 25, 2025 melplesha Lafayette, California

Great check in experience. Room decorated nicely. Had everything we needed. Super comfortable beds. We didn't experience the restaurant on site because we had other reservations. Plenty of great restaurants in the area and walking distance to Theaters.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Poor Customer Service in Regards to Lost and Found

Jan 25, 2025 Bonnie G

I left an item at the Marker hotel and informed them immediately after my stay. They then told me that they found the item and so I proceeded to pay for the shipping (a hefty amount at that). After no updates on the shipping of the item for two weeks, I contacted the Marker. They proceeded to transfer me back and forth between their employees… Read more
I left an item at the Marker hotel and informed them immediately after my stay. They then told me that they found the item and so I proceeded to pay for the shipping (a hefty amount at that). After no updates on the shipping of the item for two weeks, I contacted the Marker. They proceeded to transfer me back and forth between their employees (front desk staff, housekeeping staff, etc.) and did not take any action to resolve this problem. This has been ongoing for a month now, and they have not offered to find my item or refund it. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent hotel

Jan 25, 2025 AMO4DDM

Good location, beautiful hotel, unique features in the hotel absolutely stunning fire place and stair case, very clean hotel, friendly help staff especially Kenny he’s such a helpful friendly guy always greets you with a smile, I would recommend this hotel.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A truly wonderful unique trip

Jan 22, 2025 Steven R

I was very nervous about going to San Francisco for the first time alone. But once I arrived to the Marker hotel. I was greeted with warm and friendly professional staff at the front desk. Every staff member that I met was truly kind they made you feel very welcome when they saw you walking through the hotel. Everybody said hello everybody… Read more
I was very nervous about going to San Francisco for the first time alone. But once I arrived to the Marker hotel. I was greeted with warm and friendly professional staff at the front desk. Every staff member that I met was truly kind they made you feel very welcome when they saw you walking through the hotel. Everybody said hello everybody acknowledged you the front desk even greeted you back from your day out by your name. The rooms are nice. The lobby and fireplaces are beautiful if I come back to San Francisco this will be my hotel to stay at thank you Marker for making my experience wonderful. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Respite & True Comfort in San Francisco

Jan 16, 2025 Alexandra G

I cannot say enough good things about this hotel. From the moment General Manage Brian Fenwick welcomed me personally in the lobby, to the moment he and his staff waved goodbye 3 days later, I felt incredibly well cared for. The room was comfortable and the bed divine. The lobby is beautiful and a great place to meet with clients and colleagues.… قراءة المزيد
I cannot say enough good things about this hotel. From the moment General Manage Brian Fenwick welcomed me personally in the lobby, to the moment he and his staff waved goodbye 3 days later, I felt incredibly well cared for. The room was comfortable and the bed divine. The lobby is beautiful and a great place to meet with clients and colleagues. The restaurant ended up being truly convenient because I was able to have several meetings right in the hotel. But it was the impeccable service that made this a stand-out place to stay. Definitely happening for me again next time! Thank you to everyone who works there! Read less