Erected in 1928, the Sir Francis Drake Hotel ( a Kimpton Hotel ) in San Francisco, California, is one of the city's most revered properties. Positioned on Union Square, this downtown property is located within one half block of many fashionable shopping boutiques, nightclubs and entertainment venues.

The business district and Moscone Convention Center are within one half mile, Chinatown is five blocks away and the Opera House is one mile from the hotel.

Doormen in full Beefeater regalia offer assistance at this landmark hotel, home to the famous Harry Denton's Starlight Room, a 1930s style nightclub featuring dancing, live entertainment and a 180 degree view of downtown San Francisco. Seared salmon fillets, paper thin carpaccios and boeuf bourguignons are showcased at Scala's Bistro. Caffè Espresso features light meals and beverages. A winding marble staircase leads to the mezzanine lounge, which overlooks Union Square and the cable cars.

The hotel hosts conference rooms, business services, two high speed Internet computer workstations in the lobby and complimentary wireless Internet access in public areas. A key card accessible fitness room boasts an elliptical trainer, recumbent exercise bikes, treadmills and free weights.

Radiating cosmopolitan chic, accommodations at the Sir Francis Drake are embellished in neo classic décor with bold interior fabrics in mint, taupe and cerise and antique reproduction furniture in mahogany and ebonized woods. Windows frame downtown views and bathrooms contain eco friendly toiletries and bathrobes. Rooms offer satellite television with premium channels, wireless Internet access, minibars and refrigerators. Pets at the property receive a welcome kit that includes loaner dog beds, treats and toys.

Cable cars stop directly in front of the hotel, and travel as far as Fisherman's Wharf.