Sir Francis Drake Hotel

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San Francisco Wedding Location
450 Powell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
Contact: Catering Director
Phone: 415/395-8509
www.sirfrancisdrake.com
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Why We Like This Place

The Sir Francis Drake Hotel’s 21-story, Gothic-style tower just off Union Square and its Beefeater-attired doormen have been beloved San Francisco attractions since 1928.

Stepping into the Drake’s opulent Italian Renaissance lobby is just like stepping back into the 1920s: Marble staircases, walls and pillars convey a stately air; crystal chandeliers shine and the lofty, ornately detailed ceiling sparkles with gold leaf. The main event spaces, the Empire Ballroom and the Franciscan Room, have a high-society, Age of Innocence ambiance. In the gold-and-ivory Empire Room, beautiful hand-painted murals turn the walls into works of art. Overhead, three crystal chandeliers suspended from a vaulted ceiling painted with ribbons of gold leaf give the room a delicate amber glow. The adjoining wood-paneled Walnut Room, with its club-like, Edwardian atmosphere and built-in bar, makes a great prefunction space.

Located just off the mezzanine, the spacious and grand Franciscan Room is an excellent choice for a formal wedding. It’s a regal setting, featuring a 21-foot ceiling with intricate gold embossing, chandeliers, windows draped with blue silk curtains, and columns with carved gold capitals. Guests can enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres on the adjacent mezzanine, which offers a cozy fireplace and a bird’s-eye view of the vibrant hotel lobby below.

And for those who have a yen for a panoramic 180-degree view of San Francisco, try Harry Denton’s Starlight Room on the 21st floor. It not only has a built-in dance floor and shiny baby grand piano, it features floor-to-ceiling windows that wrap around the room, making it seem like you’re floating in the clouds.

Steeped in 80 years of history, the Drake is a true classic. Brides may fall in love with its enchanting vintage architectural details, but they’ll also appreciate the modern amenities and personal service this landmark hotel has to offer.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 250
Max. Seated Outdoors:

Max. Seated Indoors: 250
Max. Seated Outdoors:
Max. Standing Indoors: 350
Max. Standing Outdoors:

Max. Seated: 350

CEREMONY & EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The hotel can accommodate 100–250 seated or 200–350 standing guests indoors.

MEETING CAPACITY: The Hotel has 20,000 square feet of meeting and conference space with 14 different rooms accommodating groups from 10 to 350 people.

Fees & Deposits

For weddings, a nonrefundable deposit is required to confirm your date. Half the total food and beverage payment is payable 4 months prior to the event; the balance and guest count guarantee are due 3 days prior. Wedding packages range $110–130/person and include open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, champagne, wine, wedding cake and a 3-course dinner. Tax, and a 20% service charge are additional. Per-person prices for seated meals are as follows: luncheons start at $35, dinners at $45, luncheon buffets at $40, and dinner buffets at $63. Alcohol, tax and a 20% service charge are additional. Bride and groom receive a complimentary suite, and group discounts for overnight guests can be arranged.

Fees for meetings and business functions vary depending on rooms and services selected; call for specifics.

Availability

For special events and business functions, year-round, daily, 6am–midnight. Weddings usually take place on Saturdays 11am–5pm or 6pm–midnight; other days have more flexible time frames. The Starlight Room is available Saturday 3pm–8pm, and Sunday 6pm–midnight.

Catering

Provided

Alcohol

Provided

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners
On-Site Accommodations

Services/Amenities

Catering: provided, no BYO
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: provided
Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: no
Meeting Equipment: AV
Parking: nearby garages or valet, extra fee
Accommodations: 417 guestrooms
Telephone: guest and pay phones
Outdoor Night Lighting: n/a
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: n/a
Cleanup: provided
View: Starlight Room has 180˚ view of San Francisco skyline
Other: event coordination, baby grand piano

Amplified Music

Indoors

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Cityscape

Site Type

Hotel
Ballroom
Historic/Landmark Building
Banquet/Events Facility

Restrictions

Alcohol: provided, no BYO
Smoking: designated areas
Music: amplified OK
Wheelchair Access: yes, elevator
Insurance: not required
Other: no rice or open flames

Contact: Catering Director
415/395-8509
www.sirfrancisdrake.com
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