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JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square

515 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, USA, 94102
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About us

An iconic hotel in an indelible gateway city, JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square is a sought-after destination for convention attendees, business travelers and leisure guests alike. From the moment of arrival, guests will be immersed in the architecturally stunning style and world-class service that distinguishes the hotel. For those seeking convenience, Moscone Center, Market Street, the Financial District and the shops and restaurants on Union Square are only minutes away.Following a multi-million dollar renovation, our updated event spaces and accommodations celebrate the hotel’s iconic architecture and history. Dedicated event planners and our inspired catering team ensure every event – whether a business meeting, conference, social soirée or wedding – leaves your guests feeling richer than when they arrived.Featuring 16,648 square feet of distinct, modern indoor and outdoor space, warm and personalized service, exceptional dining experiences and inspired accommodations, our luxury Union Square hotel offers the perfect setting for your next meeting or event.

Venue Details

ChainMarriott Bonvoy
BrandJW Marriott
Built1987
Renovated2019
Total meeting space12,242 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms344
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Forbes Recommended - 2025 AAA 4 Diamond Forbes Recommended - 2024 Forbes Top 10 in San Francisco for Business Travelers Ranks #1 across entire JW Brand in Event Planning

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
12,242 sq. ft.
Largest room
4,352 sq. ft.
Space (private)
15,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
15
Second largest room
2,074 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
2,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
600 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
4,352 sq. ft.
64 x 68 sq. ft.
12.5 ft.
400
64
330
400
234
60
2,074 sq. ft.
61 x 34 sq. ft.
12.5 ft.
218
57
150
218
104
58
1,088 sq. ft.
32 x 34 sq. ft.
12.5 ft.
96
30
80
96
66
30
986 sq. ft.
29 x 34 sq. ft.
12.5 ft.
118
30
80
118
66
30
2,074 sq. ft.
61 x 34 sq. ft.
12.5 ft.
218
57
150
218
104
58
499 sq. ft.
27 x 19 sq. ft.
9 ft.
50
24
40
50
30
24
352 sq. ft.
24 x 15 sq. ft.
9 ft.
40
15
30
40
24
16
315 sq. ft.
21 x 15 sq. ft.
9 ft.------
315 sq. ft.
21 x 15 sq. ft.
9 ft.
28
14
20
28
18
16

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
344
Suites
78
Tax rate
3.5%
Occupancy rate
14%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 20 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking

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Alcatraz Island
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Cable Cars/Powell Street
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Fisherman's Wharf
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Embarcadero Center/Ferry Terminal
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Moscone Center
Moscone Center
Convention center
10 mins
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Financial District
Business district
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Westfield San Francisco Centre
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Union Square
Shopping
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Historical landmark
15 mins
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Market & Van Ness
August Hall
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16,648 square feet of distinct, modern indoor and outdoor space.

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JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Please visit Marriott.com/Serve360 for Marriott International's sustainability & social impact strategy and 2025 goals information.
Does JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Paper,Newspaper,Cardboard,Mixed,Aluminum,Other Metals,Plastic,Glass,Cooking Oil,Universal Waste Recycling (batteries, light bulbs, paint),Food Packaging

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://www.marriott.com/diversity/diversity-and-inclusion.mi

Health and Safety

Were practices at JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
Does JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Marriott cares greatly about every guest's experience and takes hygiene and sanitation very seriously. Marriott has established strict standards of cleanliness for all of its hotels that either meet or exceed public health department regulations. 
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