What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Union Square?

A motel is a great choice if you're gearing up to travel around Union Square. These getaways are typically located near airports and major roads, offer ample parking and come with basic amenities and services. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a wider choice of rooms and additional conveniences like a lobby, gym and free WiFi, you can expect to pay extra for hotel lodgings.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Union Square?

Look forward to the free breakfast at Inn At Union Square . This 3-star stay in or close to Union Square also comes with a pillowtop mattress and designer toiletries. Or begin your day with a bite to eat and a coffee or juice at Golden Gate Hotel . In addition to the complimentary breakfast, there are lots of handy amenities here too.

Do any 3-star hotels in Union Square have a pool?

Dive into relaxation mode while on your San Francisco holiday at The Phoenix Hotel or Handlery Union Square Hotel . Both these 3-star escapes in or around Union Square come with a pool. A good time for a revitalizing swim is during the summer months of June, July and August. You'll experience the warmest temperatures in September when they average from 15ºC at night to 25ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Union Square have an on-site restaurant?

With an on-site restaurant, hungry guests won't have to travel far for a meal at Chancellor Hotel on Union Square . This 3-star property in or near Union Square also offers nearby historical attractions and a pillow menu. Alternatively, see what's cooking at Kensington Park Hotel . Blackout curtains and free WiFi are two other conveniences that will add to your comfort.

Do any 3-star hotels in Union Square have WiFi?

Use the WiFi and stay connected during your break at Inn At Union Square or Handlery Union Square Hotel . They're popular 3-star hotels around Union Square that come with this essential amenity.

What 3-star hotels in Union Square have parking?

Handlery Union Square Hotel and The Donatello are two of our 3-star accommodation around Union Square with this useful amenity. Book a stay at either of these properties and you won't need to search for a parking lot or an empty spot on the street. When you're ready to do some touring away from Union Square, fill up the tank and visit Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. California's Great America is another popular day-trip option.

Do any 3-star hotels in Union Square have rooms with a kitchenette?

Certainly. You can whip up quick meals and snacks whenever you want in our 3-star properties with kitchenettes. The Donatello and Club Wyndham Canterbury are popular getaways that include this handy amenity around Union Square. The first also comes with a rooftop terrace and a spa, while the second offers a games room and free WiFi.

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Felipe

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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Sumaya

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

Parlour Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, individually decorated

Fitzgerald Hotel

Union Square

Julieta

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

King George Hotel

Union Square

mujeeb

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19 Jun - 20 Jun

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Inn At Union Square

Union Square

Mark

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Penthouse (Rooftop) | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Tilden Hotel

Union Square

Scherane

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Marines Memorial Club & Hotel

Union Square

Thomas

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2 Jul - 3 Jul

Deluxe Studio Suite | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels, pay films

Petite Auberge

Union Square

james

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

Palihotel San Francisco

Union Square

Megan

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2 Jul - 3 Jul

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Hotel 32One

Union Square

Bernice

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

The Cartwright Hotel - Union Square BW Premier Collection

Union Square

Rachelle

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hotel Fusion

Union Square

Teresa

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

Union Square

Esteban

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29 Jun - 30 Jun

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Hotel Abri - Union Square

Union Square

Juan

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2 Jul - 3 Jul

Kensington Park Hotel

Union Square

Nora

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5 Jun - 6 Jun

Beresford Arms Hotel

Union Square

Amanda

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Club Wyndham Canterbury

Union Square

Magdalena I

White Swan Inn

Union Square

Cheri

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Kasa La Monarca San Francisco

Union Square

Nathan

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7 Jun - 8 Jun

Economy Room (Petite Double room) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Touchstone Hotel - City Center

Union Square

Noor

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9 Jun - 10 Jun

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King George Hotel

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"Good: Great lobby and check-in staff. Welcoming and comfortable, with people working and chatting. The elevator is old, clunky, and slow, but it worked, and my elevator mates were cheerful. The hallways to the bedrooms are classic San Francisco Victorian hallways — surprisingly clean and well lit — and the housekeeping staff seemed professional. The door entry was modern. Now the room: the size, shape, and layout were fine. Small, workmanlike, fluffy bed, and okay at first glance. The bathroom had been redone and looked new, which made the black mold under and around the soap dish, and behind the mounted shampoos, even more noticeable. The carpet in the bedroom gave me the creeps: cigarette burns, stains, and just not good. The window had some sort of jimmied lock on it — really, like rigged, but badly. And the window itself looked like it could have looked out at Jerry and Janis, it was that old. My view was a rooftop, which was fine, but the brick around the walls was peeling, and I really wondered about lead or asbestos. Not good. Once I was out in the hallway, or through the lobby and back out enjoying San Francisco, all was good. But the room, furniture, and molding were dingy and made me itchy."

Tilden Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Union Square?

For a relaxed and comfy break around Union Square, it's hard to beat Handlery Union Square Hotel. This 3-star hotel is one of the best properties in the area based on reviews by Expedia travellers.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Union Square?

The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Union Square is the standard of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more economical and provide the amenities and services you need to be comfortable, such as WiFi, breakfast and a gym. You can expect a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, premium bathroom products and perks like on-site spas.

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