The Powell Hotel was built in 1908 and has become a San Francisco boutique classic updated for the 21st Century, located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, next to the cable car turnaround and two blocks from Union Square. Step into the lobby and you'll be transported to a more gracious era in San Francisco hospitality - from ornate 20 foot ceilings, marble floors, and majestic wrought iron railings, you will feel as though you have stepped back in time. Be sure to stop by the charming Powell Cafe, which serves breakfast and lunch items which you can enjoy in our mezzanine lounge overlooking the lobby.
The hotel has 137 smoke free guestrooms have been recently refurbished, and feature 10 foot ceilings, pillow top mattresses with executive linens, beautiful vintage San Francisco artwork, complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access, and flat-screen TVs with premium cable. Wake up to fresh coffee or tea in your room and the sound of the cable cars clanging as they make their way up Powell Street to Fisherman's Wharf. Check your email via our complimentary high-speed wireless Internet service. Read the morning newspaper and enjoy breakfast in our grand lobby amid period decor and hip, modern furnishings.