San Francisco: Sir Francis Drake (September 1999)

My spouse and I had drinks at Sir Francis Drake in late September 1999. The Sir Francis Drake: A San Francisco Boutique Hotel on Union Square Imagine the ultimate urban mix of fabulous people watching, grand monuments and a lively central plaza that attracts special events and festivals. Now add world-class shopping and you have San Francisco's living room, Union Square. It gets even better when you consider that Union Square is home to another San Francisco original, the Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Equal parts regal, retro and relaxed contemporary style, our boutique hotel in San Francisco balances Renaissance-influenced architectural splendor with the welcoming warmth you expect from Kimpton. Like any great city, San Francisco has a few "must-see" and "don't miss" experiences you have to check out before leaving. Ours just happens to be at the top of the Drake and comes with one of San Francisco's best views. A nightlife landmark, The Starlight Room is always on everyone's San Francisco "places to visit" list.