The J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference runs January 11–14, 2027 at The Westin St. Francis on Union Square, and every hotel within a few blocks fills at peak-week rates before most attendees confirm their schedules. The five hotels below are within a 2-minute walk of the venue entrance on Powell Street, ranked by walking distance. The farthest is two minutes away, so the real choice is price and comfort.
J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk (min) | Star rating | Guest score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handlery Union Square Hotel | 0.03 mi | 1 | 3 | 8.0 |
| Inn at Union Square | 0.05 mi | 1 | 3 | 9.4 |
| Hotel G San Francisco | 0.06 mi | 1 | 4 | 8.5 |
| Chancellor Hotel on Union Square | 0.08 mi | 2 | 3 | 9.0 |
| Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel | 0.09 mi | 2 | 4 | 9.2 |
Booking tips for J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference week
- January is the highest-rate week of the San Francisco hotel year. Book early and keep these points in mind: - Reserve the moment your invitation arrives, not after you confirm your schedule. - Properties within walking distance of the conference venue sell out first. - Flexible cancellation rates disappear quickly; lock in a refundable rate if your attendance is uncertain. - If your preferred hotel is full, check Union Square and SoMa properties for availability.
- Ask the conference organizer whether any hotel room blocks come with your registration before you book on your own.
- Union Square hotels price dynamically during conference week. Repeat attendees often lock in a refundable rate early, then rebook if the price drops.
- All five hotels are within a 2-minute walk, so you can return to your room between sessions without losing meaningful time.
- Nob Hill properties a few blocks north on Powell or Mason offer more availability but add a 10-to-15-minute walk on a January morning.
What sets each hotel apart for J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference attendees
San Francisco in January runs cold by local standards, with average lows around 47°F. The walk from any hotel on this list to the Westin St. Francis takes under two minutes, so weather is a minor factor. Union Square itself is flat, and every address below is on Powell, Geary, or Post Street, all of which feed directly to the venue block.
Parking is expensive and unnecessary for attendees staying this close. The Powell Street cable car turnaround is at the corner of Powell and Market, a short walk south on Powell, and connects to BART at Powell Station for anyone arriving from SFO or the East Bay. Outbound 38 Geary buses run along Geary Street, the venue's south side, and stop at Powell.
Handlery Union Square Hotel is 0.03 miles from the venue entrance, making it the closest independent option. Its heated outdoor pool is a rare amenity at this price point on the Union Square block.
Inn at Union Square earns the highest guest score on this list at 9.4, and its Post Street address puts attendees one short block from the venue with no intersections to cross on the diagonal.
Hotel G San Francisco offers four-star amenities at a Geary Street address one block from the venue, with a ground-floor bar that doubles as an informal meeting space during conference week. Chancellor Hotel on Union Square is on Powell Street itself and carries a guest score of 9.0 at a price point well below the four-star options nearby.
Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel pairs a 9.2 guest score with four-star facilities and a Powell Street address just north of the venue.
Want more choice nearby? Our Financial District hotels guide and Nob Hill hotels guide cover properties a short distance away.
If your team needs meeting space, see our business hotels with meeting rooms guide.
The hotels
Handlery Union Square Hotel
351 Geary St
8.07,011 reviews
The closest independent hotel to The Westin St. Francis at 0.03 miles, with a heated outdoor pool, rare at this price on Union Square.
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Inn at Union Square
440 Post St
9.4462 reviews
A 9.4 guest score, the highest here, and a Post Street address one short block from the venue, with no intersections to cross on the diagonal.
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Hotel G San Francisco
386 Geary Street
8.5814 reviews
Four-star amenities one block from the venue on Geary Street, and a ground-floor bar that doubles as an informal meeting spot during conference week.
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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
433 Powell St
9.06,763 reviews
On Powell Street, just north of the venue, with a 9.0 guest score at a price well below the four-star hotels nearby.
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Beacon Grand, A Union Square Hotel
450 Powell Street
9.25,052 reviews
A 9.2 guest score, four-star facilities and a Powell Street address just north of the venue: the best all-round pick if you want comfort without crossing Union Square.
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Evenings near Union Square this week
Here’s what’s on within a 20-minute walk of Union Square over the next few nights.
Monday, November 9
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Thursday, November 12
Listings by Outgoing. Times and prices can change, so check the listing before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Which hotel is closest to The Westin St. Francis for the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference?＋
The Handlery Union Square Hotel at 351 Geary Street is 0.03 miles from the venue entrance, a walk of under one minute. It shares the same block as the Westin St. Francis, separated only by the Powell and Geary intersection.
When does the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference usually take place?＋
The 2027 conference runs January 11–14 at The Westin St. Francis. Plan to book your hotel as soon as your invitation arrives, since Union Square inventory at conference week rates moves faster than most other weeks of the year.
Do I need a car to get between my hotel and the conference venue?＋
No. Every hotel on this list is within a 2-minute walk of The Westin St. Francis on Powell Street. Parking around Union Square is expensive, and you're two minutes away on foot anyway.
How do I get to Union Square from San Francisco International Airport?＋
BART runs from SFO directly to Powell Street Station, a short walk south of the venue on Powell Street, in roughly 30 minutes. The Powell-Hyde and Powell-Mason cable car lines both terminate at Powell and Market, one block from the station exit. A taxi or rideshare from SFO to Union Square takes 25 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
Are there any mid-range options close to the venue?＋
The Handlery Union Square Hotel and the Chancellor Hotel on Union Square both carry three-star ratings and are within 0.08 miles of the venue. Both offer lower rates than the four-star properties on this list, though all Union Square hotels price at their annual peak during conference week in January.
What is the weather like in San Francisco during the conference?＋
January lows in downtown San Francisco average about 47°F, with highs near 58°F. The walk from any hotel on this list to the venue takes under two minutes, so weather has minimal impact on your commute. A light waterproof layer handles most January mornings.
