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Reviews of Cartwright Hotel Union Square - BW Premier Collection This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

524 Sutter Street, Union Square, San Francisco, CA 94102, United States of America

#134 of 222 hotels in San Francisco

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 579 hotel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: May 2, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel close to everything
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms need a little love (deep clean and some basic maintenance). There are renovations going in at the lobby area so sometimes there is a morning noise. Getting fresh towels is a bit complicated.

    Location is excellent - its easy to reach to / from the airport. Its also nearby lots of attractions & ferries The cable car line is just around the corner. The staff is nice. There is a morning tea & coffee daily. There is also a functional elevator.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2024

    8.0
    I was overall happy with my stay and could recommend it.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with One Queen Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was disappointed that I didn't have a fridge in the room. However, the staff were kind enough to offer me the use the staff fridge in the lobby area. I found the corridors outside the room a little dark and gloomy. Better lighting, fresh painting and carpets seem needed.

    I had a fairly long stay at the hotel - 10 days. I found the rooms a bit smaller than I expected. When I mentioned this at the reception, the friendly hotel staff put me in a better room. I am thankful for that. Nevertheless, due to the building being old, the rooms are overall smaller than many four-star hotels. I also enjoyed the coffee machine in the room and the daily morning coffee in the lobby area. The location is great, around Union Square, with a short walk to the metro station. A diner and a shop for snacks and basic goods are just next to the hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    8.0
    Good value for money and great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with One King Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If I'm being picky I'd ask for a room away from the elevator if I were to stay again.

    Everyone was super friendly and helpful. I asked and received a higher floor. The room is dated and the handyman is terrible but it's clean and I think they're upgrading. Bed was amazing and had an actual duvet cover, which is rare in America. Pillows were excellent. The lobby is beautiful. I think I saw a peregrine falcon flying past the window.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    8.0
    Charming hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed was small.

    Super friendly welcome. Comfortable. Clean and great bathroom. Charming hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    8.0
    I recommend the Cartwright for stays in San Francisco where you want to be central
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The location was super handy to restaurants and the muni/ BART My room was clean and a good size Great value for money

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2024

    7.0
    The hotel is old and could use an update but the staff are friendly and helpful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The building is old but the rooms have been somewhat updated.

    The staff was the best part. They were friendly and very helpful. They offered suggestions for places to visit and using public transit.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    8.0
    Great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with One Queen Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The walls are really thin so you do hear sounds from outside and neighbors. My room was quiet during the night though

    Nice quaintly styled hotel with a great room, comfy bed and all amenities as promised. The complimentary coffee and tea in the morning were especially appreciated

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay in the heart of the city!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with One Queen Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Facilities seem old. And the room is very small. You should not pick this if you require mobility space.

    Great location. Despite it being in the middle of the city, it is actually very quiet. I am able to have very good sleep at night. It is pretty clean too.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small room needs an update which I understand is occurring soon

    Great location, comfortable bed and pillows

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2024

    7.0
    Loved San Francisco, lovely people and loads to do.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Two Single Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bedroom.

    In fairness to the hotel it was under going significant renovations, however the bedroom was very small and dark. The location was good and the staff excellent.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    thin walls / noisy, bathroom could have been cleaner

    top location, friendly staff and complimentary coffee in the morning

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    8.0
    Welcoming and simple. Perfect stay for a quick weekend get away in the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only real complaint would be the size of the room/bathroom.. however, after learning and knowing the history of the building its understanding of the small room size.

    The staff was very friendly and inviting. Centrally located and easy to get around to other areas of the city. Great parking garage recommendation- felt safe and comfortable leaving car parked over the weekend.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Two Single Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The size of the bathroom

    Location and Staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 9, 2024

    9.0
    Great boutique hotel that is centrally located, quality furnishings and courteous staff. Enjoyable!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    this is a charming boutique hotel that has been renovated, staff was attentive and courteous. The lobby is welcoming with furnishings that are good quality and the area was clean. there is also fresh coffee and tea in the lobby, filtered water and my room was quiet.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    9.0
    Great value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with One King Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really. It was excellent value for money despite being a little tired around the edges, butnto be expected for an old hotel.

    The location was excellent. The bed was super comfortable.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2024

    9.0
    Adorable little hotel in union square
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Two Single Beds - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Super adorable hotel, really charming! With the value of it I honestly didn't expect it to be so cute! The lobby area is lovely and has a little fireplace and also another back area that is nice to sit/work in. Staff were helpful, kind and present. Coffee available in the morning (downstairs, also little machines in the rooms) was nice to have

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with One King Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean

    Friendly staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I left my plug travel plug adaptor in the room and messaged the hotel an hour after leaving to collect and keep it since I was planning to visit the city in a week. However, they asked me to fill a lost item form and then emailed me that they could not find.

    Location, location, location!!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 9, 2023

    9.0
    would recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    decor of room was looking a bit tired but it was still very clean.

    very clean, friendly staff and great location.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2023

    8.0
    A most excellent time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room with One Queen Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location great staff

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2023

    8.0
    Very small but decent room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with One Queen Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was tiny and even smaller than expected. The room was very small as well but was OK. It was very noisy, but that's to be expected of an older property.

    We had a clean room that had everything we needed in it. Great bed, good water pressure on the shower. All amenities were there and working.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2023

    7.0
    Nice for maximum 3 days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Smell Small bathroom Not cleaning service in 5 days Noise from outside

    Shower warm Coffee free Water in the lobby

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with One Double Bed - Non-Smoking
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff were really helpful and friendly. The location was great , no trouble in the area day or night and a great diner next door! Will return.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: November 3, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very nice hotel and staff

    Stayed in October 2023

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