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Your Wedding - On Top of the World!
Commonly referred to as the Grand Dame of Union Square, The Westin St. Francis has been a symbol of elegance in San Francisco for more than a century. In the hotel’s turn-of-the-century Landmark Building, you’ll find stunning ballrooms with marble floors, gilt pillars, intricately carved ceilings, and a hundred years’ worth of history. If you prefer a more contemporary ambiance, hold your celebration in the Tower Building. Its two premier spaces, The Mission Bay Room and The Golden Gate Room, are a pair of sophisticated settings at the St Francis Heights. Five glass elevators overlook spectacular downtown panoramas as they whisk guests 32 stories up to this sky-high getaway. Boasting breathtaking floor-to-ceiling views that extend from the Bay Bridge to the Golden Gate.
Amenities & Details
Ceremony Area, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest Capacity300+
Ceremony TypesInterfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding, Vow Renewal Ceremony
Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Rentals & Equipment, Service Staff
SettingsBallroom, Historic Venue, Hotel
Business AttributesPricing for The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
| Option | Value |
|---|---|
| Starting Cost | Moderate |
| Cost Starting | |
| Price Range | $32,450 - $42,650+ |
| Couples Usually Spend | $37,550 |
| Peak Season Months | April-May, August-November |
| Peak Season Cost | $32,450 - $42,650+ |
| Peak Season Reception Cost | $5,000 |
| Peak Season Ceremony Cost | $500 |
| Peak Season Bar Service Cost | $60 |
| OffSeason Months | January-March, June-July, December |
| OffSeason Cost | $32,450 - $42,650+ |
| OffSeason Reception Cost | $2,000 |
| OffSeason Ceremony Cost | $500 |
| OffSeason BarService Cost | $60 |
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View PricesThe Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square Reviews
Meredith Schley (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We got married here in July of 2023 and it was unreal! The staff was amazing! Jenevieve was the best to work with! She responded to all of my emails and answered my hundreds of questions. We used the Westin for a welcome party, the wedding, and a post wedding brunch. All of it was amazing and the service was fantastic. Jenevieve is truly the best to work with, she cares so much about clients and we felt it! Great experience and not to mention, beautiful venue!
Reviewed on 31-07-2023
We got married here in July of 2023 and it was unreal! The staff was amazing! Jenevieve was the best to work with! She responded to all of my emails and answered my hundreds of questions. We used the Westin for a welcome party, the wedding, and a post wedding brunch. All of it was amazing and the service was fantastic. Jenevieve is truly the best to work with, she cares so much about clients and we felt it! Great experience and not to mention, beautiful venue!
Reviewed on 31-07-2023
Mario Mendoza (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 17-12-2022
We are so happy we chose The Westin ST. Francis for our event. From the very beginning our event manager Jenevieve was amazing. She made herself available to answer any questions we had. She was professional, full of energy and her attention to detail lead to a stress-free process for the planning of our wedding reception. The whole team from the hotel manager JT who tied my tie, for my pre wedding photo shoot. Check in was smooth and easy. Reception Serving staff, went above and beyond to ensure our guests and ourselves had everything we needed to enjoy a successful, beautiful wedding celebration. Our guests can’t stop talking about the breath-taking views from the 32nd floor and staff. Thank you for everything,Mario & Rosemary
Reviewed on 27-12-2022
Wedding Date 17-12-2022
We are so happy we chose The Westin ST. Francis for our event. From the very beginning our event manager Jenevieve was amazing. She made herself available to answer any questions we had. She was professional, full of energy and her attention to detail lead to a stress-free process for the planning of our wedding reception. The whole team from the hotel manager JT who tied my tie, for my pre wedding photo shoot. Check in was smooth and easy. Reception Serving staff, went above and beyond to ensure our guests and ourselves had everything we needed to enjoy a successful, beautiful wedding celebration. Our guests can’t stop talking about the breath-taking views from the 32nd floor and staff. Thank you for everything,Mario & Rosemary
Reviewed on 27-12-2022
NANCI MILLER (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Making our son and daughter-in-law's wedding on the 32nd floor of The Westin St Francis was the best idea and smartest decision! We live on the east coast and the bride and groom live in the bay area. We knew the majority of the guests would be coming from out of town. This hotel made entertaining our guests for the weekend easy and a pleasure! No guest needed a car, and we didn't need to transport our guests anywhere for any weekend function. The hotel is in the heart of all the sightseeing our guests would pursue; the cable car is out the front door.The way the check-in/reception area is laid out, it was easy for our family to greet and meet our guests from the start and all thru the weekend in the lobby and cafe. The hotel rooms are spacious.We chose to have our wedding ceremony and celebration on the \"32nd Floor\". It has multiple spaces, modern and beautifully decorated, wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, and entirely private for an event. It was the perfect size for our crowd of 130 ppl. The Special Events Manager, Jenevieve Beaulieu, was so attentive and the most professional and helpful for the 1.5 years we worked with her! We chose a restaurant in the neighborhood that everyone was willing to walk to for the rehearsal dinner. Staying in the hotel where our wedding ceremony and celebration would occur made it very easy for me to check on vendors and details all thru the day of the wedding. I was able to see the 32nd Floor set up in advance so I would know where we could begin taking photos earlier in the day. At the end of the night, our flowers were taken to the room where our brunch would be held the next day, so we could enjoy them again- fabulous!We worked with Jenevieve for almost 1.5 years bc we had to postpone the wedding once, due to the Omicron outbreak. Jenevieve has tremendous experience with helping plan weddings in the hotel. She answers calls asap. Her demeanor is always delightful. She's positive and optimistic and aims to say \"yes\". She walked us thru the process of using the space and planning the menu. She recommended vendors and communicated with some on our behalf. She helped with the room block for our guests and communicated on our behalf with the dept in charge of reservations. It was easy to discuss our thoughts with her. She sought to execute new ideas. She made many valuable suggestions. We grew to rely on her and trust her judgment. She remained enthusiastic and focused on our wedding for 1.5 years despite having special events every weekend. She made us feel like a priority all the time. She's amazingly organized. I totally recommend making a wedding at the Westin St Francis because the event spaces are beautiful, the quality of the food and staff is excellent and Jenevieve is wonderful to work with. I especially recommend making a wedding there if you live out of town and/or many of your guests live out of town, because the convenience of staying at and attending events in one premier hotel, so ideally located, can't be beaten. We would choose to do it again.
Reviewed on 21-10-2022
Wedding Date 09-10-2022
Making our son and daughter-in-law's wedding on the 32nd floor of The Westin St Francis was the best idea and smartest decision! We live on the east coast and the bride and groom live in the bay area. We knew the majority of the guests would be coming from out of town. This hotel made entertaining our guests for the weekend easy and a pleasure! No guest needed a car, and we didn't need to transport our guests anywhere for any weekend function. The hotel is in the heart of all the sightseeing our guests would pursue; the cable car is out the front door.The way the check-in/reception area is laid out, it was easy for our family to greet and meet our guests from the start and all thru the weekend in the lobby and cafe. The hotel rooms are spacious.We chose to have our wedding ceremony and celebration on the \"32nd Floor\". It has multiple spaces, modern and beautifully decorated, wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, and entirely private for an event. It was the perfect size for our crowd of 130 ppl. The Special Events Manager, Jenevieve Beaulieu, was so attentive and the most professional and helpful for the 1.5 years we worked with her! We chose a restaurant in the neighborhood that everyone was willing to walk to for the rehearsal dinner. Staying in the hotel where our wedding ceremony and celebration would occur made it very easy for me to check on vendors and details all thru the day of the wedding. I was able to see the 32nd Floor set up in advance so I would know where we could begin taking photos earlier in the day. At the end of the night, our flowers were taken to the room where our brunch would be held the next day, so we could enjoy them again- fabulous!We worked with Jenevieve for almost 1.5 years bc we had to postpone the wedding once, due to the Omicron outbreak. Jenevieve has tremendous experience with helping plan weddings in the hotel. She answers calls asap. Her demeanor is always delightful. She's positive and optimistic and aims to say \"yes\". She walked us thru the process of using the space and planning the menu. She recommended vendors and communicated with some on our behalf. She helped with the room block for our guests and communicated on our behalf with the dept in charge of reservations. It was easy to discuss our thoughts with her. She sought to execute new ideas. She made many valuable suggestions. We grew to rely on her and trust her judgment. She remained enthusiastic and focused on our wedding for 1.5 years despite having special events every weekend. She made us feel like a priority all the time. She's amazingly organized. I totally recommend making a wedding at the Westin St Francis because the event spaces are beautiful, the quality of the food and staff is excellent and Jenevieve is wonderful to work with. I especially recommend making a wedding there if you live out of town and/or many of your guests live out of town, because the convenience of staying at and attending events in one premier hotel, so ideally located, can't be beaten. We would choose to do it again.
Reviewed on 21-10-2022
Allen Huang (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
Spectacular venue. Jenevieve was a great point of contact. She made the whole process super easy and was very responsive. The view is incredible and spacious. Beautiful venue and the food was delicious. So happy that I chose this venue for my wedding.
Reviewed on 14-10-2022
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
Spectacular venue. Jenevieve was a great point of contact. She made the whole process super easy and was very responsive. The view is incredible and spacious. Beautiful venue and the food was delicious. So happy that I chose this venue for my wedding.
Reviewed on 14-10-2022
Corey Robertson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-02-2022
One word – phenomenal. Our wedding at the Westin St. Francis was phenomenal. But more specifically, Jenevieve is phenomenal. Jenevieve is the sales executive at the Westin and there's a reason she's mentioned in most Westin reviews. She’s down-to-earth, relatable, and experienced. She is who you want behind the scenes to make sure all venue related accommodations, amenities, and services are impeccable for a wedding. Honestly, she’s more than that – she also helps keep you sane and reassured during the wedding planning process. Our wedding was during a COVID surge, and Jenevieve was flexible and accommodating in providing options and ideas to keep guests safe and happy. Her insight is invaluable – she lets you tap into her wealth of knowledge for suggestions on everything from décor, venue layout suggestions, wedding timeline, to local restaurants and activities for guests. The impression the wedding made on our guests and us was overwhelmingly positive. The Westin is lucky to have her – she is a primary reason we decided to have our wedding at The Westin St. Francis.
Reviewed on 02-04-2022
Wedding Date 05-02-2022
One word – phenomenal. Our wedding at the Westin St. Francis was phenomenal. But more specifically, Jenevieve is phenomenal. Jenevieve is the sales executive at the Westin and there's a reason she's mentioned in most Westin reviews. She’s down-to-earth, relatable, and experienced. She is who you want behind the scenes to make sure all venue related accommodations, amenities, and services are impeccable for a wedding. Honestly, she’s more than that – she also helps keep you sane and reassured during the wedding planning process. Our wedding was during a COVID surge, and Jenevieve was flexible and accommodating in providing options and ideas to keep guests safe and happy. Her insight is invaluable – she lets you tap into her wealth of knowledge for suggestions on everything from décor, venue layout suggestions, wedding timeline, to local restaurants and activities for guests. The impression the wedding made on our guests and us was overwhelmingly positive. The Westin is lucky to have her – she is a primary reason we decided to have our wedding at The Westin St. Francis.
Reviewed on 02-04-2022
Ellen Yang (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
We could not have asked for a better venue or staff for our wedding. The Westin hosted us for six beautiful events throughout the hotel: rehearsal dinner, welcome reception, cocktail & wedding reception, and farewell brunch. The iconic style and ambiance of the hotel and venue space gave us a range of options for events and helped eliminate significant decor costs for each event. The wedding specialist is very professional and easy to work with. They also introduced us to our wedding planning dream team - AnyOccasion. Both supported us through two COVID-19 postponements and multiple changes to event plans and headcount. Each of our events was professionally staffed and well executed and our guests and vendors enjoyed every minute of every event. The location is also perfect for our destination wedding - our friends & family enjoyed seeing SF and benefited from ease of transit. I could not could not give them better praise or a higher recommendation - the Westin brought our wedding vision to life and was a pleasure to work with from start to finish.
Reviewed on 21-11-2021
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
We could not have asked for a better venue or staff for our wedding. The Westin hosted us for six beautiful events throughout the hotel: rehearsal dinner, welcome reception, cocktail & wedding reception, and farewell brunch. The iconic style and ambiance of the hotel and venue space gave us a range of options for events and helped eliminate significant decor costs for each event. The wedding specialist is very professional and easy to work with. They also introduced us to our wedding planning dream team - AnyOccasion. Both supported us through two COVID-19 postponements and multiple changes to event plans and headcount. Each of our events was professionally staffed and well executed and our guests and vendors enjoyed every minute of every event. The location is also perfect for our destination wedding - our friends & family enjoyed seeing SF and benefited from ease of transit. I could not could not give them better praise or a higher recommendation - the Westin brought our wedding vision to life and was a pleasure to work with from start to finish.
Reviewed on 21-11-2021
Terrance Loo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
Great venue and better even staff! The venue has different rooms depending on your guest count. We chose the St. Francis because of the amenities it was able to provide in house without having to hire a ton of different vendors. We wanted to do both the ceremony and reception in one place without having to move around to different locations. It was also nice to have our rooms and guests close by in the event that we needed something or goes wrong, as something inevitably does on a wedding day/planned event.The entire venue itself was gorgeous, the lobby itself is iconic, reminiscent of an older, classier look, but modernizes as you ascend in glass elevators (think willy-wonka) to your room/event space. We rented out the 32nd floor which has a birds-eye view of the city and was recently refurbished (2019?) to have a more sleek, modern to the point where decorations aren't really necessary as the floor itself is surrounded by windows overlooking the city. A lot of venues in SF look dated or have restrictions, but the Westin was able to accommodate and even anticipate all needs. During the Covid delta surge they even provided several hand sanitizers without us even asking. Lastly, the venue provided certain amenities that we didn't anticipate such as someone to watch the elevators to make sure there were no crasher. In regards to staff, we worked with Jenevieve, the venue coordinator. She was nothing short of exceptional. We quickly felt that she was invested in our wedding day after the first visit and our future communications. She was able to negotiate concessions or arrangements between us and the hotel and was flexible when we needed something. She was also very knowledgeable and was able to walk a fine line of making suggestions without being overwhelming or narrowing options when there's too many to choose from. The only negatives of the Westin St. Francis was the parking situation and the price, both of which are a product of having a wedding in downtown San Francisco. Otherwise, I don't regret choosing them. Thanks for everything!
Reviewed on 04-09-2021
Wedding Date 14-08-2021
Great venue and better even staff! The venue has different rooms depending on your guest count. We chose the St. Francis because of the amenities it was able to provide in house without having to hire a ton of different vendors. We wanted to do both the ceremony and reception in one place without having to move around to different locations. It was also nice to have our rooms and guests close by in the event that we needed something or goes wrong, as something inevitably does on a wedding day/planned event.The entire venue itself was gorgeous, the lobby itself is iconic, reminiscent of an older, classier look, but modernizes as you ascend in glass elevators (think willy-wonka) to your room/event space. We rented out the 32nd floor which has a birds-eye view of the city and was recently refurbished (2019?) to have a more sleek, modern to the point where decorations aren't really necessary as the floor itself is surrounded by windows overlooking the city. A lot of venues in SF look dated or have restrictions, but the Westin was able to accommodate and even anticipate all needs. During the Covid delta surge they even provided several hand sanitizers without us even asking. Lastly, the venue provided certain amenities that we didn't anticipate such as someone to watch the elevators to make sure there were no crasher. In regards to staff, we worked with Jenevieve, the venue coordinator. She was nothing short of exceptional. We quickly felt that she was invested in our wedding day after the first visit and our future communications. She was able to negotiate concessions or arrangements between us and the hotel and was flexible when we needed something. She was also very knowledgeable and was able to walk a fine line of making suggestions without being overwhelming or narrowing options when there's too many to choose from. The only negatives of the Westin St. Francis was the parking situation and the price, both of which are a product of having a wedding in downtown San Francisco. Otherwise, I don't regret choosing them. Thanks for everything!
Reviewed on 04-09-2021
Ken Camppbell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-06-2021
Jenevieve, Senior Catering Sales Executive, was amazing!!! The staff for our event were gracious, professional, and ensured our wedding reception went off without a hitch! The food was delicious and enjoyed by all our guests!
Reviewed on 25-06-2021
Wedding Date 12-06-2021
Jenevieve, Senior Catering Sales Executive, was amazing!!! The staff for our event were gracious, professional, and ensured our wedding reception went off without a hitch! The food was delicious and enjoyed by all our guests!
Reviewed on 25-06-2021
Korinna Cardiff (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-02-2020
My five star rating is purely for Jenevieve who handles all events at The Westin. She was amazing from the first time we toured the venue with her and fell in love with the views, to quickly responding to emails, and making me feel at ease day-of when my wedding planner fell short. The overall set-up was lovely, the food selections were all delicious, and the wait staff during the wedding were all nice. My only complaints were with the front desk staff and them being unorganized, grouchy, and not helpful.In terms of everything wedding related, Jenevieve made everything so easy and fun for us! She knew all the right questions to ask when we were deciding on linens, meals, and packages. The chef even made a special dim sum cart for our late night bites! Yum! You truly can't beat the views on the 32nd floor and the updated space is a dream!
Reviewed on 18-03-2020
Wedding Date 28-02-2020
My five star rating is purely for Jenevieve who handles all events at The Westin. She was amazing from the first time we toured the venue with her and fell in love with the views, to quickly responding to emails, and making me feel at ease day-of when my wedding planner fell short. The overall set-up was lovely, the food selections were all delicious, and the wait staff during the wedding were all nice. My only complaints were with the front desk staff and them being unorganized, grouchy, and not helpful.In terms of everything wedding related, Jenevieve made everything so easy and fun for us! She knew all the right questions to ask when we were deciding on linens, meals, and packages. The chef even made a special dim sum cart for our late night bites! Yum! You truly can't beat the views on the 32nd floor and the updated space is a dream!
Reviewed on 18-03-2020
Gabriela Infante (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-10-2019
Hands down the BEST! Choosing the Westin St. Francis as our venue was the best decision we made during our wedding planning process. Our coordinator Jenevieve B. went above and beyond for me during the planning stages. I felt extremely comfortable with her and will be referring any and every bride to her. The day of our wedding was a dream all thanks to the staff who made me and our guests feel very welcomed. From the delicious food to the phenomenal service that was provided I would have give 5 stars to the Westin St. Francis. We felt very taken care of and that was so important to us being that the day is very overwhelming. Thank you for making our day so special and I will be referring everyone to the Westin St. Francis for any and every event!
Reviewed on 05-11-2019
Wedding Date 05-10-2019
Hands down the BEST! Choosing the Westin St. Francis as our venue was the best decision we made during our wedding planning process. Our coordinator Jenevieve B. went above and beyond for me during the planning stages. I felt extremely comfortable with her and will be referring any and every bride to her. The day of our wedding was a dream all thanks to the staff who made me and our guests feel very welcomed. From the delicious food to the phenomenal service that was provided I would have give 5 stars to the Westin St. Francis. We felt very taken care of and that was so important to us being that the day is very overwhelming. Thank you for making our day so special and I will be referring everyone to the Westin St. Francis for any and every event!
Reviewed on 05-11-2019
Jackie Pace (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-08-2019
We had the best wedding! This venue is the best! Highly recommend! Working with Jenevieve B was amazing to work with! She helped us make sure all the details were together and made sure we had everything we needed for the day of! The crew working the night of our wedding were top notch, they made sure to take care of our every need! They were great! The food was absolutely delicious!! We were able to have our dream wedding with amazing views of SF! Can't say enough! thanks to all!
Reviewed on 23-09-2019
Wedding Date 30-08-2019
We had the best wedding! This venue is the best! Highly recommend! Working with Jenevieve B was amazing to work with! She helped us make sure all the details were together and made sure we had everything we needed for the day of! The crew working the night of our wedding were top notch, they made sure to take care of our every need! They were great! The food was absolutely delicious!! We were able to have our dream wedding with amazing views of SF! Can't say enough! thanks to all!
Reviewed on 23-09-2019
Jacqueline Lu (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-05-2019
My wedding coordinator Jenevieve is definitely one of the reasons we chose Westin over other vendors such as Ritz Carlton at Half moon Bay and SF or Fairmont Hotel. The venue itself has a breathtaking view of the city on 32nd floor, but it’s Jenevieve’s welcoming personality and helpfulness in the beginning made us to put Westin on the top of the list. Through out the process, she was very quick to respond to our emails, gave us her feedback on different dishes for different seasons, she is very accommodating to our busy schedule when it comes to tasting and walkthrough. Work well with my wedding planner. Westin St Francis also has great modern interior decor with old European ceilings style, love different style of chandelier throughout the old and new building!!
Reviewed on 16-06-2019
Wedding Date 26-05-2019
My wedding coordinator Jenevieve is definitely one of the reasons we chose Westin over other vendors such as Ritz Carlton at Half moon Bay and SF or Fairmont Hotel. The venue itself has a breathtaking view of the city on 32nd floor, but it’s Jenevieve’s welcoming personality and helpfulness in the beginning made us to put Westin on the top of the list. Through out the process, she was very quick to respond to our emails, gave us her feedback on different dishes for different seasons, she is very accommodating to our busy schedule when it comes to tasting and walkthrough. Work well with my wedding planner. Westin St Francis also has great modern interior decor with old European ceilings style, love different style of chandelier throughout the old and new building!!
Reviewed on 16-06-2019
Nina Gertsvolf (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-04-2019
We celebrated our wedding at the Westin St. Francis on Union Square last month. It had recently been remodeled in winter 2018, and was absolutely gorgeous! It looks a lot more modern now than previously, but very classy. The 360 degree views of SF from the 32nd floor of the hotel were phenomenal. Many of our guests shared with us that they really enjoyed the food, especially the desserts. Working with Jenevieve throughout this whole process was wonderful. She was very understanding if we made last minute changes, very good at navigating our families, and had lots of suggestions if we asked for advice. She also was very responsive, and very kind on the day of the wedding. She even dropped off a little surprise and sweet card in our suite at the end of the night. If you want an unbelievable venue with kind, supportive staff, I highly recommend the Westin!
Reviewed on 16-05-2019
Wedding Date 14-04-2019
We celebrated our wedding at the Westin St. Francis on Union Square last month. It had recently been remodeled in winter 2018, and was absolutely gorgeous! It looks a lot more modern now than previously, but very classy. The 360 degree views of SF from the 32nd floor of the hotel were phenomenal. Many of our guests shared with us that they really enjoyed the food, especially the desserts. Working with Jenevieve throughout this whole process was wonderful. She was very understanding if we made last minute changes, very good at navigating our families, and had lots of suggestions if we asked for advice. She also was very responsive, and very kind on the day of the wedding. She even dropped off a little surprise and sweet card in our suite at the end of the night. If you want an unbelievable venue with kind, supportive staff, I highly recommend the Westin!
Reviewed on 16-05-2019
Erika Haw (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-04-2019
My husband and I recently got married at the Westin St. Francis in SF. First of all, the venue is absolutely beautiful! The hotel has a beautiful space to have an intimate ceremony and another gorgeous space for a reception afterwards. We had our ceremony in the St. Francis Suite and our reception at the Mission Bay Room. The Mission Bay Room was recently renovated, so the space is gorgeous and more modern in design. You don’t need to add much décor to the room itself. We had about 60 guests, which was a perfect guest count for the room. The views are absolutely amazing too since it’s on the 32nd floor. We worked with the On-Site Wedding Coordinator, Jenevieve. We had a fantastic time working with Jenevieve! She was attentive, detail-oriented, and responded to all our questions/concerns very promptly. On several occasions, we exchanged emails at least 3-4x/day. She also provided us with several vendor recommendations, which saved us a lot of time and stress with the planning process! Please note, the venue does require you hire a day of coordinator for the wedding day, which will add at least $2K to your budget. While at the hotel, we were provided with a beautiful bridal suite, which was a nice perk of planning an event at the Westin. The room is spacious, has great lighting for make up and photographs, and also had fantastic views of the city! All in all, our guests loved the venue and enjoyed their dinner as well as the desserts! We couldn’t be happier to have celebrated our big day at the Westin!
Reviewed on 08-05-2019
Wedding Date 20-04-2019
My husband and I recently got married at the Westin St. Francis in SF. First of all, the venue is absolutely beautiful! The hotel has a beautiful space to have an intimate ceremony and another gorgeous space for a reception afterwards. We had our ceremony in the St. Francis Suite and our reception at the Mission Bay Room. The Mission Bay Room was recently renovated, so the space is gorgeous and more modern in design. You don’t need to add much décor to the room itself. We had about 60 guests, which was a perfect guest count for the room. The views are absolutely amazing too since it’s on the 32nd floor. We worked with the On-Site Wedding Coordinator, Jenevieve. We had a fantastic time working with Jenevieve! She was attentive, detail-oriented, and responded to all our questions/concerns very promptly. On several occasions, we exchanged emails at least 3-4x/day. She also provided us with several vendor recommendations, which saved us a lot of time and stress with the planning process! Please note, the venue does require you hire a day of coordinator for the wedding day, which will add at least $2K to your budget. While at the hotel, we were provided with a beautiful bridal suite, which was a nice perk of planning an event at the Westin. The room is spacious, has great lighting for make up and photographs, and also had fantastic views of the city! All in all, our guests loved the venue and enjoyed their dinner as well as the desserts! We couldn’t be happier to have celebrated our big day at the Westin!
Reviewed on 08-05-2019
Khadija Hansia (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-09-2019
I cannot say enough good things about the Westin St. Francis on Union Square in San Francisco. Their wedding expert and point person at the venue, Jenevieve, is extremely knowledgeable and most importantly, personable. With our crazy big Indian wedding, she accommodated our last minute requests with a friendly attitude and always had a smile. Jenevieve and her staff were a pleasure to work with for the entire process, from planning to execution. A bonus are the breathtaking views from every corner! As a wedding planner and coordinator with Limelight Productions, I value Jenevieve's willingness to assist, her prompt responses and professionalism. I look forward to letting my client's know about this venue and awesome venue point person! I highly recommend having your wedding or any event at The Westin St Francis.
Reviewed on 09-11-2018
Wedding Date 26-09-2019
I cannot say enough good things about the Westin St. Francis on Union Square in San Francisco. Their wedding expert and point person at the venue, Jenevieve, is extremely knowledgeable and most importantly, personable. With our crazy big Indian wedding, she accommodated our last minute requests with a friendly attitude and always had a smile. Jenevieve and her staff were a pleasure to work with for the entire process, from planning to execution. A bonus are the breathtaking views from every corner! As a wedding planner and coordinator with Limelight Productions, I value Jenevieve's willingness to assist, her prompt responses and professionalism. I look forward to letting my client's know about this venue and awesome venue point person! I highly recommend having your wedding or any event at The Westin St Francis.
Reviewed on 09-11-2018
Abigail Lundin (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-12-2017
The physical space is incredible; 5 stars for that. Highly recommended! However, I subtracted one star from my rating because the price was high and often complicated about which things were paid and which were add ons. The customer service was top notch with Selma!
Reviewed on 17-01-2018
Wedding Date 30-12-2017
The physical space is incredible; 5 stars for that. Highly recommended! However, I subtracted one star from my rating because the price was high and often complicated about which things were paid and which were add ons. The customer service was top notch with Selma!
Reviewed on 17-01-2018
Cathy Perez (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-03-2017
We had our wedding and reception at the St. Francis Hotel in smaller rooms: the Borgia room and the St. Francis suite. Originally we had planned to have ~120+ guests, but after we fell in love with these two rooms, we decided to have 70 guests. (We hosted a wedding cocktail celebration a month later for those we could not invite to the wedding.) We loved the old world, turn of the century details of the rooms we chose and it was very intimate and special. The food was excellent, as was the service on the day of the wedding. One star removed due to the turnover in the Sales Department. I had to deal with 3 different people and much information was lost with each handoff, so I had to stay on top of all the details, and double and triple check everything. Managing them before the day of the event was time consuming and not something I anticipated.
Reviewed on 07-06-2017
Wedding Date 25-03-2017
We had our wedding and reception at the St. Francis Hotel in smaller rooms: the Borgia room and the St. Francis suite. Originally we had planned to have ~120+ guests, but after we fell in love with these two rooms, we decided to have 70 guests. (We hosted a wedding cocktail celebration a month later for those we could not invite to the wedding.) We loved the old world, turn of the century details of the rooms we chose and it was very intimate and special. The food was excellent, as was the service on the day of the wedding. One star removed due to the turnover in the Sales Department. I had to deal with 3 different people and much information was lost with each handoff, so I had to stay on top of all the details, and double and triple check everything. Managing them before the day of the event was time consuming and not something I anticipated.
Reviewed on 07-06-2017
Chris Johnson (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-08-2016
Our wedding was on 1.16.16 - A little delayed in my review :) We only had our reception here (Alexandra's for Dinner/Dancing and Victor's for Cocktail Hour) and got married at St Mary's Cathedral. \r\rWOW! What can I say other than Lauren Schardt and the entire Westin team was truly amazing. My wife and I could not be more happy with how everything turned out. Bear with me as I ramble off the cuff...\r\rSearching for a venue in SF can be stressful, but the minute that we met Lauren and saw the amazing venue at the top of the Westin we were blown away. We looked at a handful of venues, but there was not one that topped the Westin (Presidio, Fairmont, Intercontinental, deYoung, Legion of Honor). The top floor view of SF + Lauren = a must book venue. \r\rFrom the minute that we signed our contract to winding down our unreal wedding reception, Lauren was over the top impressive. We felt so special getting married there. Everything was handled perfectly, she gives amazing feedback and helps guide you through the whole process. There are a TON of things that go into planning a wedding (as you already know or will find out quickly) and Lauren made everything seamless and straightforward. She guided us towards amazing vendors for photo, DJ, cake, video, lights, etc and we couldn't have been happier with our choices (Jasmine Wang - Photog, Sound in Motion - DJ, Elegant Cheesecakes - cake).\r\rLauren spends a ton of time getting to know you to make sure everything is perfect. We met a handful of times over the months we planned our wedding (yes months...I think it was 3 or 4 total) and every meeting she kept us on track and made sure we were making progress. There is no need for a wedding planner when you book the Westin. \r\rThe food at the Westin is amazing. You will have a blast doing the wedding food tasting. Our friends and family said it was some of the best food they have ever had at a wedding (MASSIVE KUDOS TO THE CHEF!). The specialty bride and groom cocktails were a big hit as well.\r\rThe rooms for your guests are amazing and the bridal suite was HUGE. A lot of our guests were out of towners and they absolutely loved the hotel. It's truly the perfect place in SF for visitors. They have all the action right in front of them and can easily get to all other areas. When you pick somewhere like the Fairmont, it's a little more difficult as you have to navigate up and down hills!\r\rOn the day of the wedding, Lauren goes above and beyond. We did not worry about a single thing. She directs everyone and keeps you on a schedule, which is helpful bc time becomes a blur. She set up the reception and cocktail area perfectly with all of our frames, vases, etc and packed them all up at the end of the night so we did not have to worry about it. \r\rThe entire Westin staff is first class. The front desk, bell hops, concierge, servers at the Reception, bartenders, etc all were amazing. They make you and your entire wedding group feel special. \r\rI could seriously go on and on about Lauren and the impeccable white glove service she provides + the amazing staff + beautiful views of the Westin. Before you finalize your wedding venue search, go see Lauren and the Westin...you won't regret it!!!
Reviewed on 08-03-2016
Wedding Date 10-08-2016
Our wedding was on 1.16.16 - A little delayed in my review :) We only had our reception here (Alexandra's for Dinner/Dancing and Victor's for Cocktail Hour) and got married at St Mary's Cathedral. \r\rWOW! What can I say other than Lauren Schardt and the entire Westin team was truly amazing. My wife and I could not be more happy with how everything turned out. Bear with me as I ramble off the cuff...\r\rSearching for a venue in SF can be stressful, but the minute that we met Lauren and saw the amazing venue at the top of the Westin we were blown away. We looked at a handful of venues, but there was not one that topped the Westin (Presidio, Fairmont, Intercontinental, deYoung, Legion of Honor). The top floor view of SF + Lauren = a must book venue. \r\rFrom the minute that we signed our contract to winding down our unreal wedding reception, Lauren was over the top impressive. We felt so special getting married there. Everything was handled perfectly, she gives amazing feedback and helps guide you through the whole process. There are a TON of things that go into planning a wedding (as you already know or will find out quickly) and Lauren made everything seamless and straightforward. She guided us towards amazing vendors for photo, DJ, cake, video, lights, etc and we couldn't have been happier with our choices (Jasmine Wang - Photog, Sound in Motion - DJ, Elegant Cheesecakes - cake).\r\rLauren spends a ton of time getting to know you to make sure everything is perfect. We met a handful of times over the months we planned our wedding (yes months...I think it was 3 or 4 total) and every meeting she kept us on track and made sure we were making progress. There is no need for a wedding planner when you book the Westin. \r\rThe food at the Westin is amazing. You will have a blast doing the wedding food tasting. Our friends and family said it was some of the best food they have ever had at a wedding (MASSIVE KUDOS TO THE CHEF!). The specialty bride and groom cocktails were a big hit as well.\r\rThe rooms for your guests are amazing and the bridal suite was HUGE. A lot of our guests were out of towners and they absolutely loved the hotel. It's truly the perfect place in SF for visitors. They have all the action right in front of them and can easily get to all other areas. When you pick somewhere like the Fairmont, it's a little more difficult as you have to navigate up and down hills!\r\rOn the day of the wedding, Lauren goes above and beyond. We did not worry about a single thing. She directs everyone and keeps you on a schedule, which is helpful bc time becomes a blur. She set up the reception and cocktail area perfectly with all of our frames, vases, etc and packed them all up at the end of the night so we did not have to worry about it. \r\rThe entire Westin staff is first class. The front desk, bell hops, concierge, servers at the Reception, bartenders, etc all were amazing. They make you and your entire wedding group feel special. \r\rI could seriously go on and on about Lauren and the impeccable white glove service she provides + the amazing staff + beautiful views of the Westin. Before you finalize your wedding venue search, go see Lauren and the Westin...you won't regret it!!!
Reviewed on 08-03-2016
Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-10-2016
We recently had our wedding at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco. What an amazing event! We were thrilled with the Westin, across the board, and we especially appreciate the amazing, professional and over the top efforts of our wedding coordinator Lauren Schardt. I can't imagine anone is better at the job of wedding coordinator than Lauren, after having gone through this process with her. We had our reception in Victors/Alexandra's on the 32nd floor of the tower and it was amazing! The view is so incredible from up there. All of our guests remarked on how beautiful the room and the view was. Also, we got great reviews from our guests on the food! We had a tasting and during the tasting the chef tweaked one of their standard salads to come up with something we liked better, and it was a big hit! The beef and chicken saltimbocca choices were awesome as well. Sirloin beef tips were my favorite of the appetizers (thank you Lauren for saving a plate for myself and my Bride). One thing we did which was a bit out of the ordinary was we asked for a few antipasto plates for each of the tables when people first came in to sit down. I've heard many remarks from our guests about how much the loved the antipasto! Not only because everyone was pretty hungry by that point. But also because of how bountiful the plate of antipasto was. Really full with some nice meats and cheese, etc. I just can't say enough about how positive our experience was, all the way through the planning to the event itself. Lauren really lead the charge, and guided us along the way. The wait staff and service folks at the hotel and reception were amazing as well. Everyone is raving about our wedding, and for us it will always be such an awesome memory. What a setting and what a night. Thanks to Lauren and the Westin for a fantastic event!
Reviewed on 30-10-2015
Wedding Date 03-10-2016
We recently had our wedding at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco. What an amazing event! We were thrilled with the Westin, across the board, and we especially appreciate the amazing, professional and over the top efforts of our wedding coordinator Lauren Schardt. I can't imagine anone is better at the job of wedding coordinator than Lauren, after having gone through this process with her. We had our reception in Victors/Alexandra's on the 32nd floor of the tower and it was amazing! The view is so incredible from up there. All of our guests remarked on how beautiful the room and the view was. Also, we got great reviews from our guests on the food! We had a tasting and during the tasting the chef tweaked one of their standard salads to come up with something we liked better, and it was a big hit! The beef and chicken saltimbocca choices were awesome as well. Sirloin beef tips were my favorite of the appetizers (thank you Lauren for saving a plate for myself and my Bride). One thing we did which was a bit out of the ordinary was we asked for a few antipasto plates for each of the tables when people first came in to sit down. I've heard many remarks from our guests about how much the loved the antipasto! Not only because everyone was pretty hungry by that point. But also because of how bountiful the plate of antipasto was. Really full with some nice meats and cheese, etc. I just can't say enough about how positive our experience was, all the way through the planning to the event itself. Lauren really lead the charge, and guided us along the way. The wait staff and service folks at the hotel and reception were amazing as well. Everyone is raving about our wedding, and for us it will always be such an awesome memory. What a setting and what a night. Thanks to Lauren and the Westin for a fantastic event!
Reviewed on 30-10-2015
Jillian Cirigliano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-07-2015
Working with Lauren at The Westin St. Francis was one of the best experiences I've had. She helped my vision come to life while working within my budget. The food and service was impeccable, and this was noticed by almost all of my 300 guests. The night moved smoothly thanks to Lauren and her team, and, if there was a hiccup, I don't even know about it now. The Westin St. Francis offered me a large enough ballroom for my wedding without feeling like I was in a conference room. It had a very classic San Francisco feel to it and is a timeless setting. I would highly recommend Lauren and her team at The Westin St. Francis to any bride and groom who are looking for a wedding site!
Reviewed on 29-10-2015
Wedding Date 04-07-2015
Working with Lauren at The Westin St. Francis was one of the best experiences I've had. She helped my vision come to life while working within my budget. The food and service was impeccable, and this was noticed by almost all of my 300 guests. The night moved smoothly thanks to Lauren and her team, and, if there was a hiccup, I don't even know about it now. The Westin St. Francis offered me a large enough ballroom for my wedding without feeling like I was in a conference room. It had a very classic San Francisco feel to it and is a timeless setting. I would highly recommend Lauren and her team at The Westin St. Francis to any bride and groom who are looking for a wedding site!
Reviewed on 29-10-2015
melissa sellers (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-08-2015
\r\rOur wedding coordinator was Lauren. I would highly recommend using her and Westin St Francis Union Square. They made our wedding everything we ever imaged. My family, my husband and I were so impressed with everything they did and helped with. Lauren was absolutely amazing, she had everything ready for us and knew exactly what needed to be done before we knew. She was with us through the whole process. We don't know what we would have done without her. We can't express how much she helped us. She was involved with everything down to our timeline, schedule, photos, meals and rehearsal dinner/rehearsal, as well as our ceremony & reception. Everything went off without a hitch with her assistance. She was great to work with, very responsive, personable & friendly. Anytime we had a question or concern she would address it right away. Leading up to the wedding she was fantastic, following up with us to make sure everything was going well with the planning and keeping us updated & giving us recommendations. She helped us execute our dream wedding. We would highly recommend her and Westin St Francis to host any event or your wedding.\r\rThe hotel and hotel staff was absolutely amazing, the food was delicious. We also hosted our rehearsal dinner at the hotel and everyone was raving about the food. The staff was so nice and professional. She provided our vendors loading/unloading instructions and kept in constant communication with our wedding coordinator. On the wedding day- she was so great, making sure everything went smoothly. The hotel provided a meal tasting- all of their selections are so good! They have a seasonal menu so the food is very fresh, elegant and filling. No one went home hungry from our wedding. We held our wedding ceremony in Victor's Palace and our reception in Alexandra's Ballroom. They were beautiful and the team did a great job setting up the room to accommodate all of our guests- some handicap. Our photos also turned our amazing in this venue!\r
Reviewed on 26-10-2015
Wedding Date 15-08-2015
\r\rOur wedding coordinator was Lauren. I would highly recommend using her and Westin St Francis Union Square. They made our wedding everything we ever imaged. My family, my husband and I were so impressed with everything they did and helped with. Lauren was absolutely amazing, she had everything ready for us and knew exactly what needed to be done before we knew. She was with us through the whole process. We don't know what we would have done without her. We can't express how much she helped us. She was involved with everything down to our timeline, schedule, photos, meals and rehearsal dinner/rehearsal, as well as our ceremony & reception. Everything went off without a hitch with her assistance. She was great to work with, very responsive, personable & friendly. Anytime we had a question or concern she would address it right away. Leading up to the wedding she was fantastic, following up with us to make sure everything was going well with the planning and keeping us updated & giving us recommendations. She helped us execute our dream wedding. We would highly recommend her and Westin St Francis to host any event or your wedding.\r\rThe hotel and hotel staff was absolutely amazing, the food was delicious. We also hosted our rehearsal dinner at the hotel and everyone was raving about the food. The staff was so nice and professional. She provided our vendors loading/unloading instructions and kept in constant communication with our wedding coordinator. On the wedding day- she was so great, making sure everything went smoothly. The hotel provided a meal tasting- all of their selections are so good! They have a seasonal menu so the food is very fresh, elegant and filling. No one went home hungry from our wedding. We held our wedding ceremony in Victor's Palace and our reception in Alexandra's Ballroom. They were beautiful and the team did a great job setting up the room to accommodate all of our guests- some handicap. Our photos also turned our amazing in this venue!\r
Reviewed on 26-10-2015
Annie Tu (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-10-2015
We hosted our wedding reception here. We had about 65 guests and we used the St. Francis Suite.\r\rLauren gave us an informative tour of the venue options before we started and once we began planning, she was always quick to respond to our emails and very helpful in the planning process. I think she really enjoys seeing people's weddings come together and contributed to making our day feel special.\r\rThe St. Francis Suite itself is a gorgeous venue, with wood panelling, a beautiful ceiling, and nice accents throughout. Very classy and with a character all its own. The smaller rooms attached to the main room provided plenty of space for the cocktail hour, bar, favors, etc., so a very practical space.\r\rThe cake vendors had to be chosen from a list of three, but they all looked pretty good and we were really happy with the one we picked.\r\rOn the day of, all the setup went very smoothly and they were helpful and accommodating with the little details (all those little things you have to remember to bring on the day of!). The tables and decor provided also all looked great, including the small things like the cake stand and table ware.\r\rThe hotel-provided catering lived up to the classy atmosphere of the venue. The tasting allowed us to try the wines and a few of the food options. We didn't get to try the appetizers, or pick exactly which desserts, but those were all amazing so I wouldn't sweat it. Our only complaint was the chicken dish we picked wasn't quite as crispy as it was during the tasting. It was still very good and no guests complained, but I guess it is hard to get the dishes to come out *exactly* like the tasting when they need to serve up 50+ of them. Something to keep in mind.\r\rAlso, one night in one of the signature suites was included. We opted to add one night before the event too, which was great because we were able to bring all the things we needed a whole day early. We even had makeup and hair done in the suite. This was a big plus for us, and it didn't cost too much extra. The suite itself is really huge, large enough to host a small event on its own. Very convenient!
Reviewed on 26-10-2015
Wedding Date 04-10-2015
We hosted our wedding reception here. We had about 65 guests and we used the St. Francis Suite.\r\rLauren gave us an informative tour of the venue options before we started and once we began planning, she was always quick to respond to our emails and very helpful in the planning process. I think she really enjoys seeing people's weddings come together and contributed to making our day feel special.\r\rThe St. Francis Suite itself is a gorgeous venue, with wood panelling, a beautiful ceiling, and nice accents throughout. Very classy and with a character all its own. The smaller rooms attached to the main room provided plenty of space for the cocktail hour, bar, favors, etc., so a very practical space.\r\rThe cake vendors had to be chosen from a list of three, but they all looked pretty good and we were really happy with the one we picked.\r\rOn the day of, all the setup went very smoothly and they were helpful and accommodating with the little details (all those little things you have to remember to bring on the day of!). The tables and decor provided also all looked great, including the small things like the cake stand and table ware.\r\rThe hotel-provided catering lived up to the classy atmosphere of the venue. The tasting allowed us to try the wines and a few of the food options. We didn't get to try the appetizers, or pick exactly which desserts, but those were all amazing so I wouldn't sweat it. Our only complaint was the chicken dish we picked wasn't quite as crispy as it was during the tasting. It was still very good and no guests complained, but I guess it is hard to get the dishes to come out *exactly* like the tasting when they need to serve up 50+ of them. Something to keep in mind.\r\rAlso, one night in one of the signature suites was included. We opted to add one night before the event too, which was great because we were able to bring all the things we needed a whole day early. We even had makeup and hair done in the suite. This was a big plus for us, and it didn't cost too much extra. The suite itself is really huge, large enough to host a small event on its own. Very convenient!
Reviewed on 26-10-2015
Kristina Smith (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-10-2015
We held our reception at the St. Francis in Victor's Palace on the 32nd floor and it was absolutely stunning. The food was excellent, the service was outstanding and the venue was beautiful. My husband and I stayed in one of their suites on our wedding night and it was gorgeous with sweeping views of the city, we were given champagne and chocolate dipped strawberries when we arrived, everything was done to perfection! Lauren Schardt was great to work with, she was professional, quick to respond to emails and very accommodating to our requests. This is a beautiful venue, it's bit pricey but definitely worth the money.
Reviewed on 22-10-2015
Wedding Date 10-10-2015
We held our reception at the St. Francis in Victor's Palace on the 32nd floor and it was absolutely stunning. The food was excellent, the service was outstanding and the venue was beautiful. My husband and I stayed in one of their suites on our wedding night and it was gorgeous with sweeping views of the city, we were given champagne and chocolate dipped strawberries when we arrived, everything was done to perfection! Lauren Schardt was great to work with, she was professional, quick to respond to emails and very accommodating to our requests. This is a beautiful venue, it's bit pricey but definitely worth the money.
Reviewed on 22-10-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2015
We had our wedding reception here in October and it was a fantastic experience from beginning to end, in large part due to Lauren Schardt. Lauren was great to work with, from answering all our questions to helping us along with our planning with her insightful advice.\r\rWe never had a doubt that the reception would be amazing under her direction so she really helped us immensely by keeping the planning and event low stress. We were touched by the personalized notes and treats she left in our Suite (which in itself was amazing).\r\rThe banquet staff were all so nice and gracious and the food was absolutely delicious and received numerous compliments throughout the night from our guests. Having the reception at the Westin St. Francis allowed us to really enjoy the evening without worry.\r
Reviewed on 21-10-2015
Wedding Date 09-10-2015
We had our wedding reception here in October and it was a fantastic experience from beginning to end, in large part due to Lauren Schardt. Lauren was great to work with, from answering all our questions to helping us along with our planning with her insightful advice.\r\rWe never had a doubt that the reception would be amazing under her direction so she really helped us immensely by keeping the planning and event low stress. We were touched by the personalized notes and treats she left in our Suite (which in itself was amazing).\r\rThe banquet staff were all so nice and gracious and the food was absolutely delicious and received numerous compliments throughout the night from our guests. Having the reception at the Westin St. Francis allowed us to really enjoy the evening without worry.\r
Reviewed on 21-10-2015
Alyson Ernst (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-09-2008
From the moment we saw the space, I knew the Westin St. Francis was the spot for our wedding. \rThe day was magical. Everything I had dreamed of and more. The planning process with Lauren Schardt was so effortless. She provided so much support and was attentive to every single one of our needs. I did not need to worry about one thing. Lauren had everything covered. \rThe entire experience from the food, the beautiful room set up, to the service, was flawless. \rFamily and friends still talk about how gorgeous our wedding was. We could not have done it without the staff at the Westin St. Francis! I would do it all over again, without changing one single detail. It was such a special day and we thank the St. Francis Team for creating that memory for us!
Reviewed on 21-10-2015
Wedding Date 26-09-2008
From the moment we saw the space, I knew the Westin St. Francis was the spot for our wedding. \rThe day was magical. Everything I had dreamed of and more. The planning process with Lauren Schardt was so effortless. She provided so much support and was attentive to every single one of our needs. I did not need to worry about one thing. Lauren had everything covered. \rThe entire experience from the food, the beautiful room set up, to the service, was flawless. \rFamily and friends still talk about how gorgeous our wedding was. We could not have done it without the staff at the Westin St. Francis! I would do it all over again, without changing one single detail. It was such a special day and we thank the St. Francis Team for creating that memory for us!
Reviewed on 21-10-2015
Rachel Fischetti (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-03-2015
You cannot go wrong with the westin St. Francis. the venue is stunning and the wedding specialist, Lauren Schardt is amazing. I can't say enough great things about her. She really knows what she is doing! you are in great hands with her!
Reviewed on 20-09-2015
Wedding Date 28-03-2015
You cannot go wrong with the westin St. Francis. the venue is stunning and the wedding specialist, Lauren Schardt is amazing. I can't say enough great things about her. She really knows what she is doing! you are in great hands with her!
Reviewed on 20-09-2015
Nicole Bullier (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-08-2015
My wife and I were dead set on having a reception in the city that we met in and love so much. We looked at several places and weighing the cost, views, food, and people we met with, we felt very confident in picking the Westin St. Francis. \r\rEveryone says your wedding day is the best day of your life, but honestly the Westin St. Francis made it that much better. Every single part of the day went perfectly, we were continuously complemented on the beautiful views, and Lauren who runs things for weddings made sure that my wife and I were taken care of at every single moment. \r\rTruly an A+ experience!
Reviewed on 18-09-2015
Wedding Date 01-08-2015
My wife and I were dead set on having a reception in the city that we met in and love so much. We looked at several places and weighing the cost, views, food, and people we met with, we felt very confident in picking the Westin St. Francis. \r\rEveryone says your wedding day is the best day of your life, but honestly the Westin St. Francis made it that much better. Every single part of the day went perfectly, we were continuously complemented on the beautiful views, and Lauren who runs things for weddings made sure that my wife and I were taken care of at every single moment. \r\rTruly an A+ experience!
Reviewed on 18-09-2015
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-05-2015
We loved having our wedding at the Westin! We were lucky enough to get the Imperial floor. The view and atmosphere could not be beat. Many of our guests were from out of town and were blown away by the city. The Westin (especially Lauren) made everything so seamless and easy for us. It only took a few meetings to figure out the planning for the day. Lauren was quick to respond to all emails as questions came up. We could imagine any other venue! \r
Reviewed on 16-09-2015
Wedding Date 09-05-2015
We loved having our wedding at the Westin! We were lucky enough to get the Imperial floor. The view and atmosphere could not be beat. Many of our guests were from out of town and were blown away by the city. The Westin (especially Lauren) made everything so seamless and easy for us. It only took a few meetings to figure out the planning for the day. Lauren was quick to respond to all emails as questions came up. We could imagine any other venue! \r
Reviewed on 16-09-2015
Courtney Court (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-09-2015
I recently had my wedding ceremony and reception at The Westin St. Francis in downtown San Francisco on 9/5/15. It was truly the best day of my life and I owe a lot of that to Lauren Schardt, our wedding coordinator from the St. Francis. She was absolutely amazing. I honestly can't express how easy she made this process. Everything was perfect; the service, the attention to detail, and the execution. Her staff was on point throughout the entire day. Leading up to the day, she was instrumental in the planning process and helped me with all of the details. She would make recommendations that hadn't even crossed my mind, which I'm incredibly thankful for. I am so thrilled with how everything was planned and how the day turned out. I highly recommend having your wedding at the St. Francis and especially working with Lauren.
Reviewed on 16-09-2015
Wedding Date 05-09-2015
I recently had my wedding ceremony and reception at The Westin St. Francis in downtown San Francisco on 9/5/15. It was truly the best day of my life and I owe a lot of that to Lauren Schardt, our wedding coordinator from the St. Francis. She was absolutely amazing. I honestly can't express how easy she made this process. Everything was perfect; the service, the attention to detail, and the execution. Her staff was on point throughout the entire day. Leading up to the day, she was instrumental in the planning process and helped me with all of the details. She would make recommendations that hadn't even crossed my mind, which I'm incredibly thankful for. I am so thrilled with how everything was planned and how the day turned out. I highly recommend having your wedding at the St. Francis and especially working with Lauren.
Reviewed on 16-09-2015
violet quesada (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-04-2014
Lauren - I'm sorry this review is so overdue.\r\rWe got married on the imperial floor in April 2014 and the space was absolutely stunning. We picked the space for the floor to ceiling windows and view of the city, but I would recommend the Westin St. Francis as a wedding venue just to have Lauren, the wedding specialist. She consistently went above and beyond throughout the planning process. As a bride, I was as stress-free as could be throughout the planning process and on my wedding day because of Lauren. I honestly miss working her. Thanks for making our dream wedding (and dream honeymoon) a reality! M&V \r
Reviewed on 14-01-2015
Wedding Date 12-04-2014
Lauren - I'm sorry this review is so overdue.\r\rWe got married on the imperial floor in April 2014 and the space was absolutely stunning. We picked the space for the floor to ceiling windows and view of the city, but I would recommend the Westin St. Francis as a wedding venue just to have Lauren, the wedding specialist. She consistently went above and beyond throughout the planning process. As a bride, I was as stress-free as could be throughout the planning process and on my wedding day because of Lauren. I honestly miss working her. Thanks for making our dream wedding (and dream honeymoon) a reality! M&V \r
Reviewed on 14-01-2015
Kayla Schields (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-09-2014
My wife and I held our wedding at the St. Francis on the 32nd floor in Alexandra's. We worked closely with Lauren and her team to make this moment in our lives perfect. Lauren did an incredible job, every step of the way. Not only did she alleviate the number of stresses a couple takes on during wedding planning, but she also went out of her way to allow us to fully enjoy the moment. If we had to do it again, we wouldn't change one single thing :) . We received endless comments from our guests on the food quality, service, and gorgeous location. Of all the venues we researched in the Bay Area, I don't think we could have made a stronger choice. Thank you Lauren and the St. Francis team for enhancing this special moment in our lives!
Reviewed on 17-11-2014
Wedding Date 01-09-2014
My wife and I held our wedding at the St. Francis on the 32nd floor in Alexandra's. We worked closely with Lauren and her team to make this moment in our lives perfect. Lauren did an incredible job, every step of the way. Not only did she alleviate the number of stresses a couple takes on during wedding planning, but she also went out of her way to allow us to fully enjoy the moment. If we had to do it again, we wouldn't change one single thing :) . We received endless comments from our guests on the food quality, service, and gorgeous location. Of all the venues we researched in the Bay Area, I don't think we could have made a stronger choice. Thank you Lauren and the St. Francis team for enhancing this special moment in our lives!
Reviewed on 17-11-2014
Nicole Carnahan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-05-2014
When planning our wedding, we knew we wanted a classy, formal, and elegant venue for our reception. The Westin St. Francis was the only one that met all of our high expectations. \rFrom the start, their event coordinator, Lauren Schardt, made us feel like we were in good hands. She guided us at every step and made sure to answer every question. We used their preferred vendors (Poppy's Petalworks for flowers and Elegant Cheesecakes for cake) and it made things very easy to plan and coordinate.\rWe had many guests coming from out of town and Lauren made sure everyone got our welcome bags and had a great stay. By the time the big day arrived, I knew the day would be great because Lauren was taking care of everything.\rThe reception was beyond anything I could have imagined. It's almost like a dream. The 32nd Floor is a magical and impressive space and made sure it was a wedding none of our guests would forget. From the food, to the wine, to the service, to the late night ice cream station... everything was perfect. Thank you to the Westin and Lauren for making my wedding amazing.
Reviewed on 27-10-2014
Wedding Date 31-05-2014
When planning our wedding, we knew we wanted a classy, formal, and elegant venue for our reception. The Westin St. Francis was the only one that met all of our high expectations. \rFrom the start, their event coordinator, Lauren Schardt, made us feel like we were in good hands. She guided us at every step and made sure to answer every question. We used their preferred vendors (Poppy's Petalworks for flowers and Elegant Cheesecakes for cake) and it made things very easy to plan and coordinate.\rWe had many guests coming from out of town and Lauren made sure everyone got our welcome bags and had a great stay. By the time the big day arrived, I knew the day would be great because Lauren was taking care of everything.\rThe reception was beyond anything I could have imagined. It's almost like a dream. The 32nd Floor is a magical and impressive space and made sure it was a wedding none of our guests would forget. From the food, to the wine, to the service, to the late night ice cream station... everything was perfect. Thank you to the Westin and Lauren for making my wedding amazing.
Reviewed on 27-10-2014
Gina Tanaka (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-09-2014
We had our wedding reception at the Westin St Francis last month and it was amazing! We got engaged at the WSF so it only seemed fitting to have our wedding reception there, too. We are in Los Angeles so, I thought it would be challenging. Well, enter Lauren Schardt, expert wedding specialist at the Westin St. Francis - from our first meeting 7 months prior to our big day, we were in great hands. \r\rLauren walked us through the rooms that made sense for the number of guests we would have. Suggesting layout ideas and what would work for having dining, dancing and a Jazz Band. She guided us through the event packages, the menu tastings, and she accommodated our changes. We never felt lost as we were in communication throughout the entire planning process. We visited San Francisco three times during our planning, and each time Lauren met with us to go over details, details, details. I could go on and on about how great Lauren is – room upgrades, treats in our rooms, assistance and suggestions, all the way down to bringing us – the bride and groom- hors d'oeuvres and cocktails (Hendrick’s Martinis which she had to arrange from the bar 31 floors down), while we waited to make our grand entrance. Wonderful!\r\rVictor’s Palace on the 32nd floor was the room we chose for our reception. Floor to ceiling windows – amazing views day and night. Thank you Lauren- Everything went off without a hitch! The room was set up beautifully. The food was delicious and the service was perfect. We had the BEST time because we didn’t have to worry about anything. We laughed, we danced, and we had cake. What a beautiful day!\r\rAnyone who has ever been to the Westin St. Francis already knows it’s a beautiful, grand hotel and the customer service is second to none. People like Lauren are who make exceptional hospitality. You see smiling, helpful faces everywhere at the WSF. Since having two major life events happen there- getting engaged and having my wedding reception there- I’m happy to say the Westin St. Francis is part of my life story. I don’t want to stay at any other hotel when I visit San Francisco. \r
Reviewed on 23-10-2014
Wedding Date 03-09-2014
We had our wedding reception at the Westin St Francis last month and it was amazing! We got engaged at the WSF so it only seemed fitting to have our wedding reception there, too. We are in Los Angeles so, I thought it would be challenging. Well, enter Lauren Schardt, expert wedding specialist at the Westin St. Francis - from our first meeting 7 months prior to our big day, we were in great hands. \r\rLauren walked us through the rooms that made sense for the number of guests we would have. Suggesting layout ideas and what would work for having dining, dancing and a Jazz Band. She guided us through the event packages, the menu tastings, and she accommodated our changes. We never felt lost as we were in communication throughout the entire planning process. We visited San Francisco three times during our planning, and each time Lauren met with us to go over details, details, details. I could go on and on about how great Lauren is – room upgrades, treats in our rooms, assistance and suggestions, all the way down to bringing us – the bride and groom- hors d'oeuvres and cocktails (Hendrick’s Martinis which she had to arrange from the bar 31 floors down), while we waited to make our grand entrance. Wonderful!\r\rVictor’s Palace on the 32nd floor was the room we chose for our reception. Floor to ceiling windows – amazing views day and night. Thank you Lauren- Everything went off without a hitch! The room was set up beautifully. The food was delicious and the service was perfect. We had the BEST time because we didn’t have to worry about anything. We laughed, we danced, and we had cake. What a beautiful day!\r\rAnyone who has ever been to the Westin St. Francis already knows it’s a beautiful, grand hotel and the customer service is second to none. People like Lauren are who make exceptional hospitality. You see smiling, helpful faces everywhere at the WSF. Since having two major life events happen there- getting engaged and having my wedding reception there- I’m happy to say the Westin St. Francis is part of my life story. I don’t want to stay at any other hotel when I visit San Francisco. \r
Reviewed on 23-10-2014
Anonymous (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-09-2014
My (now) wife and I knew we wanted to get married in San Francisco, as this is the place we call our home and the city we love. The Westin St. Francis was the first venue we looked at, but we wanted to look at other venues (so we looked in Napa, Carmel, a couple of other hotels including the Fairmont, and the Ferry Building). At the end of it all, we ended up deciding that the Westin St. Francis would be perfect because: 1) it was in San Francisco; 2) we really enjoyed meeting and interacting with Lauren, the wedding coordinator, and just had a good feeling; 3) the venue is beautiful and the Imperial Floor had some of the best views around and the decor and style were just so classic and beautiful; and 4) we're both extremely busy individuals and having a wedding package would make things so much less stressful for us.\r\rFrom day 1, Lauren provided us with so much support and was attentive to every single one of our needs. The hotel was easy to work with and accommodated pretty much all of our reasonable requests, making sure we were happy. There was regular follow-up and communication - I'm not sure if we had more questions than other couples but I know we certainly had quite a few - and all questions were answered promptly and re-assured us that we had made the right choice.\r\rThe food tasting was a lot of fun, and Lauren/the chefs gave us an amazing tasting. All of the food was so great and so well prepared. Everyone says to remember to eat during the wedding - well, we knew we had to make sure we ate the food just because it was so good.\r\rThe suite we were given for the weekend was amazing, with incredible views and impeccable service. Also, the fact that they accommodated our dog during the ceremony and with a bed, dish, and treats was so thoughtful, and we were definitely glad we had our dog there with us during the festivities.\r\rThe wedding itself - it was incredible. The room and setup looked more incredible than either of us could have imagined. The colors, windows, furniture - everything was perfect. Lauren and the entire staff worked really hard to ensure that the whole night ran without a hitch, and really, nothing went wrong. The staff was attentive, nobody was left wanting for drinks or food or whatever, and we didn't have to worry about taking care of anything at all.\r\rEven now, over a month after the wedding, our friends and family are still telling us about how incredible the wedding was and how it was \"the wedding of the year\". Obviously, they could just be saying that, but I definitely believe it when they say that, especially when we have that many people saying it. This really was our perfect wedding and the best way to start off the rest of our lives.\r\rOnce again, Lauren, her staff, and the Westin St. Francis have our gratitude for all that they did to help make that most special of days such a lasting memory.
Reviewed on 23-10-2014
Wedding Date 13-09-2014
My (now) wife and I knew we wanted to get married in San Francisco, as this is the place we call our home and the city we love. The Westin St. Francis was the first venue we looked at, but we wanted to look at other venues (so we looked in Napa, Carmel, a couple of other hotels including the Fairmont, and the Ferry Building). At the end of it all, we ended up deciding that the Westin St. Francis would be perfect because: 1) it was in San Francisco; 2) we really enjoyed meeting and interacting with Lauren, the wedding coordinator, and just had a good feeling; 3) the venue is beautiful and the Imperial Floor had some of the best views around and the decor and style were just so classic and beautiful; and 4) we're both extremely busy individuals and having a wedding package would make things so much less stressful for us.\r\rFrom day 1, Lauren provided us with so much support and was attentive to every single one of our needs. The hotel was easy to work with and accommodated pretty much all of our reasonable requests, making sure we were happy. There was regular follow-up and communication - I'm not sure if we had more questions than other couples but I know we certainly had quite a few - and all questions were answered promptly and re-assured us that we had made the right choice.\r\rThe food tasting was a lot of fun, and Lauren/the chefs gave us an amazing tasting. All of the food was so great and so well prepared. Everyone says to remember to eat during the wedding - well, we knew we had to make sure we ate the food just because it was so good.\r\rThe suite we were given for the weekend was amazing, with incredible views and impeccable service. Also, the fact that they accommodated our dog during the ceremony and with a bed, dish, and treats was so thoughtful, and we were definitely glad we had our dog there with us during the festivities.\r\rThe wedding itself - it was incredible. The room and setup looked more incredible than either of us could have imagined. The colors, windows, furniture - everything was perfect. Lauren and the entire staff worked really hard to ensure that the whole night ran without a hitch, and really, nothing went wrong. The staff was attentive, nobody was left wanting for drinks or food or whatever, and we didn't have to worry about taking care of anything at all.\r\rEven now, over a month after the wedding, our friends and family are still telling us about how incredible the wedding was and how it was \"the wedding of the year\". Obviously, they could just be saying that, but I definitely believe it when they say that, especially when we have that many people saying it. This really was our perfect wedding and the best way to start off the rest of our lives.\r\rOnce again, Lauren, her staff, and the Westin St. Francis have our gratitude for all that they did to help make that most special of days such a lasting memory.
Reviewed on 23-10-2014
Charles Amick (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-10-2014
The Westin St. Francis venue sells itself. But what you won’t realize when you book your wedding there is what incredible value and pleasure you will get from being able to work with Lauren Schardt.\r\rLauren helped us create and execute a perfect, flawless wedding. She worked with us throughout the process and it was a great pleasure – she was fun to be around, extremely cool and logical and helped us make some otherwise emotional decisions as wedding decisions tend to be. She has infallible patience, as we flip-flopped between decisions, asked for changes to event order proposals, etc. Our guests had an incredible time, and much of the reason for this lies in Lauren’s ability to make things happen for us.\r\rShe consistently went above and beyond for us and made things happen that we didn’t think were possible. For example:\r\r- She helped us extend our room block to not only include Saturday and Sunday nights but also Thursday and Friday as many people were coming from out of town. \r- She helped get reservations moved into the room block for guests who booked too late. \r- She helped us get use of not only Alexandra’s but also Victor’s for the cocktail reception following the ceremony.\r- She put together a Friday night cocktail welcome reception in the Olympic Room after so much back and forth with us – if it were me I would have gone mad! – and made special arrangements to accommodate my family’s desire to provide a large block of English Stilton cheese (a family tradition)\r- She organized a breakfast on Sunday in Victor’s – the event order for which we changed at the last possible minute!\r- I had flowers delivered to her for the wedding suite and she laid them out as I requested on the night of the wedding\r- She even helped us put together our dream honeymoon at various other Starwood properties!\r\rI could go on…\r\rOur wedding was perfect, and the execution by Lauren and team at the Westin St Francis was flawless. After over a year of working with Lauren and team, my wife and I don’t have post-wedding blues. But we will be sad to not have the opportunity to speak with Lauren on a regular basis!
Reviewed on 16-10-2014
Wedding Date 04-10-2014
The Westin St. Francis venue sells itself. But what you won’t realize when you book your wedding there is what incredible value and pleasure you will get from being able to work with Lauren Schardt.\r\rLauren helped us create and execute a perfect, flawless wedding. She worked with us throughout the process and it was a great pleasure – she was fun to be around, extremely cool and logical and helped us make some otherwise emotional decisions as wedding decisions tend to be. She has infallible patience, as we flip-flopped between decisions, asked for changes to event order proposals, etc. Our guests had an incredible time, and much of the reason for this lies in Lauren’s ability to make things happen for us.\r\rShe consistently went above and beyond for us and made things happen that we didn’t think were possible. For example:\r\r- She helped us extend our room block to not only include Saturday and Sunday nights but also Thursday and Friday as many people were coming from out of town. \r- She helped get reservations moved into the room block for guests who booked too late. \r- She helped us get use of not only Alexandra’s but also Victor’s for the cocktail reception following the ceremony.\r- She put together a Friday night cocktail welcome reception in the Olympic Room after so much back and forth with us – if it were me I would have gone mad! – and made special arrangements to accommodate my family’s desire to provide a large block of English Stilton cheese (a family tradition)\r- She organized a breakfast on Sunday in Victor’s – the event order for which we changed at the last possible minute!\r- I had flowers delivered to her for the wedding suite and she laid them out as I requested on the night of the wedding\r- She even helped us put together our dream honeymoon at various other Starwood properties!\r\rI could go on…\r\rOur wedding was perfect, and the execution by Lauren and team at the Westin St Francis was flawless. After over a year of working with Lauren and team, my wife and I don’t have post-wedding blues. But we will be sad to not have the opportunity to speak with Lauren on a regular basis!
Reviewed on 16-10-2014
Anonymous (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-08-2014
We recently had our wedding at the Westin St. Francis. Their 32nd floor is simply unbeatable - gorgeous golden room with floor-to-ceiling windows that have panoramic views of the city. The food was delicious, good service, great hotel amenities, and definitely felt like we got great value for our money.\r\rWhat made our wedding above and beyond for us was the staff at the Westin - Lauren is the best! She is organized, responsive, and helps you get the most out of what the venue can offer. She was also great at problem solving with vendors. She is so on top of things - so on our wedding day, I was totally low-stress because I knew that no matter what things popped up, Lauren would take care of it, which let my husband and I just focus on each other and the day.\r\rThis was the perfect venue for us, no regrets, and would pick it again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 12-10-2014
Wedding Date 31-08-2014
We recently had our wedding at the Westin St. Francis. Their 32nd floor is simply unbeatable - gorgeous golden room with floor-to-ceiling windows that have panoramic views of the city. The food was delicious, good service, great hotel amenities, and definitely felt like we got great value for our money.\r\rWhat made our wedding above and beyond for us was the staff at the Westin - Lauren is the best! She is organized, responsive, and helps you get the most out of what the venue can offer. She was also great at problem solving with vendors. She is so on top of things - so on our wedding day, I was totally low-stress because I knew that no matter what things popped up, Lauren would take care of it, which let my husband and I just focus on each other and the day.\r\rThis was the perfect venue for us, no regrets, and would pick it again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed on 12-10-2014
Aracely Salais (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-08-2014
Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and a lot of that credit goes to Lauren and the St. Francis. Everything was perfect from the incredible view to the flow of all the night. Lauren was always there making sure we were on track the whole night. My husband and I were able to enjoy the evening without having to worry about what was next and that was PRICELESS. We got married 2 months ago and still our guests are talking about how fabulous our wedding was and how great our venue and Lauren were.\rNot only was the wedding reception great but so was the planning towards the big day! Lauren was always there when we needed her, she was very responsive and accommodating which is key to every bride!! \r
Reviewed on 11-10-2014
Wedding Date 16-08-2014
Our wedding was absolutely beautiful and a lot of that credit goes to Lauren and the St. Francis. Everything was perfect from the incredible view to the flow of all the night. Lauren was always there making sure we were on track the whole night. My husband and I were able to enjoy the evening without having to worry about what was next and that was PRICELESS. We got married 2 months ago and still our guests are talking about how fabulous our wedding was and how great our venue and Lauren were.\rNot only was the wedding reception great but so was the planning towards the big day! Lauren was always there when we needed her, she was very responsive and accommodating which is key to every bride!! \r
Reviewed on 11-10-2014
Lisa Hofmann (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-07-2014
I am officially obsessed with this property. Hosting my wedding here was the second best decision to marrying my husband. The hotel itself has always been an icon for my life. I made the decision to move to San Francisco after a spring break visit back in college after looking out into the city views from my room. Many more good memories lead to the easy decision of hosting my wedding on the imperial floor. If you are going to be getting married in San Francisco, why not see all its beauty from the top floor with surrounding windows of the Golden Gate, Coit Tower, and much more! Although the hotel rooms are amazing, the venue is gorgeous, sometimes that means nothing without good service. The Westin St. Francis is the leading example of what exemplary service is. From the valet to housekeeping...all supporting members were overly gracious to my loved ones visiting. However, I want to make a BIG shout out to Lauren Schardt. She was by far, the best support for my entire wedding. When I needed something she was there. Out of all the stories I heard after the big day, Lauren's name was always mentioned. She is one of those amazing people you find once in a blue moon, where you know she is taking her responsibilities a step beyond and making sure your special day is more than you dreamed. THANK YOU TO THE WESTIN ST. FRANCIS & LAUREN!
Reviewed on 11-10-2014
Wedding Date 27-07-2014
I am officially obsessed with this property. Hosting my wedding here was the second best decision to marrying my husband. The hotel itself has always been an icon for my life. I made the decision to move to San Francisco after a spring break visit back in college after looking out into the city views from my room. Many more good memories lead to the easy decision of hosting my wedding on the imperial floor. If you are going to be getting married in San Francisco, why not see all its beauty from the top floor with surrounding windows of the Golden Gate, Coit Tower, and much more! Although the hotel rooms are amazing, the venue is gorgeous, sometimes that means nothing without good service. The Westin St. Francis is the leading example of what exemplary service is. From the valet to housekeeping...all supporting members were overly gracious to my loved ones visiting. However, I want to make a BIG shout out to Lauren Schardt. She was by far, the best support for my entire wedding. When I needed something she was there. Out of all the stories I heard after the big day, Lauren's name was always mentioned. She is one of those amazing people you find once in a blue moon, where you know she is taking her responsibilities a step beyond and making sure your special day is more than you dreamed. THANK YOU TO THE WESTIN ST. FRANCIS & LAUREN!
Reviewed on 11-10-2014
a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
I am so glad we chose to have our wedding at the Westin St. Francis. After weighing numerous options, we came to the conclusion that the Westin St. Francis could not be beat in terms of location, convenience for our out-of-town guests, spectacular view of the city, history, beauty, and competitive prices / value for the money. The team at the Westin pulled out all of the stops, adding thoughtful touches throughout our experience. Lauren Schardt was especially wonderful to work with. Her can-do, positive attitude made her a pleasure to plan with. She made us feel very well taken care of, and like we didn't have to worry about a thing. Planning at the Westin was so much easier than it felt like it would be at other venues since so many details are already taken care of by the hotel. I can't forget to mention how amazing the food was! Lauren worked with the chef to come up with a menu that reflected our taste, and we loved every bite! I would definitely recommend having a wedding at the Westin St. Francis, and I will treasure the memories we made there for the rest of my life.
Reviewed on 29-06-2014
I am so glad we chose to have our wedding at the Westin St. Francis. After weighing numerous options, we came to the conclusion that the Westin St. Francis could not be beat in terms of location, convenience for our out-of-town guests, spectacular view of the city, history, beauty, and competitive prices / value for the money. The team at the Westin pulled out all of the stops, adding thoughtful touches throughout our experience. Lauren Schardt was especially wonderful to work with. Her can-do, positive attitude made her a pleasure to plan with. She made us feel very well taken care of, and like we didn't have to worry about a thing. Planning at the Westin was so much easier than it felt like it would be at other venues since so many details are already taken care of by the hotel. I can't forget to mention how amazing the food was! Lauren worked with the chef to come up with a menu that reflected our taste, and we loved every bite! I would definitely recommend having a wedding at the Westin St. Francis, and I will treasure the memories we made there for the rest of my life.
Reviewed on 29-06-2014
Kimberly Johnson (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-10-2013
Lauren Schardt is a super star. The End. \r\rSeriously, she is the reason that we ultimately chose The Westin St. Francis and she did not let us down. And she is not alone there in the hospitality and professionalism department. Everyone from the Executive Chef, to the servers and bartenders performed expertly and delivered with a smile. It was an incredible thing to watch…and enjoy. \r\rOur short list for choice of venue was; The Palace Hotel, The Westin St. Francis, and V. Sattui Winery. All three are amazing venues, each with their strengths. But only one of these gave us the warm welcome on first meeting, and only one kept coming through with reasons to choose them. After choosing Lauren, she continued to impress us with her organization, flexibility with options, and overall cheery positive attitude. She made us feel like everything is under control, and we had nothing to worry about. She was always very responsive to emails and phone calls. She also let us make late changes to our food and drink packages. Very late in the planning phase I decided that I didn’t like the bar package that we had chosen earlier. No problem…Lauren made all the changes without affecting our budget. \r\rOn Wedding Day, Lauren was calmly in control. She even helped us relax with her infectious smile and sense of humor. She made sure our guests were seated on time, and that all the pieces were in place. Once we made it to the reception, the table service was flawless and the food was top tier delicious. We dine a lot in San Francisco, and I can assure you that the quality of the food prepared at The Westin St. Francis is right in line with 5-star restaurants.\r \rI highly recommend this amazing hotel, Lauren Schardt and her entire catering staff. \r
Reviewed on 25-06-2014
Wedding Date 26-10-2013
Lauren Schardt is a super star. The End. \r\rSeriously, she is the reason that we ultimately chose The Westin St. Francis and she did not let us down. And she is not alone there in the hospitality and professionalism department. Everyone from the Executive Chef, to the servers and bartenders performed expertly and delivered with a smile. It was an incredible thing to watch…and enjoy. \r\rOur short list for choice of venue was; The Palace Hotel, The Westin St. Francis, and V. Sattui Winery. All three are amazing venues, each with their strengths. But only one of these gave us the warm welcome on first meeting, and only one kept coming through with reasons to choose them. After choosing Lauren, she continued to impress us with her organization, flexibility with options, and overall cheery positive attitude. She made us feel like everything is under control, and we had nothing to worry about. She was always very responsive to emails and phone calls. She also let us make late changes to our food and drink packages. Very late in the planning phase I decided that I didn’t like the bar package that we had chosen earlier. No problem…Lauren made all the changes without affecting our budget. \r\rOn Wedding Day, Lauren was calmly in control. She even helped us relax with her infectious smile and sense of humor. She made sure our guests were seated on time, and that all the pieces were in place. Once we made it to the reception, the table service was flawless and the food was top tier delicious. We dine a lot in San Francisco, and I can assure you that the quality of the food prepared at The Westin St. Francis is right in line with 5-star restaurants.\r \rI highly recommend this amazing hotel, Lauren Schardt and her entire catering staff. \r
Reviewed on 25-06-2014
K Wong (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-03-2014
Lauren Schardt and the team at The Westin St. Francis were amazing to work with when planning our wedding reception! It was one of the first venues we visited at the beginning of our engagement. On our initial visit, she laid out all of our options for us, but didn't try to push any one package on us. She understood our budget constraints and helped inform us accordingly. While we instantly fell in love with the view and the Imperial Floor, we still wanted to check out other venues that might be more cost effective. As promised, Lauren continually checked in with us over several weeks and months, not pressuring us to make a decision, but kindly checking to see if we had any other questions. After a few more visits to the hotel and some package tweaking, we decided to sign the contract. We knew we would be in good hands with Lauren.\r\rDuring the months leading up to the wedding, Lauren was immensely helpful in ensuring our event was a success. She was always professional, responsive, calm, and supportive throughout the process. During the menu tasting, she patiently listened to our likes and dislikes and helped make recommendations to adjust items to our preferences. She was also thoughtful with little details and added touches here and there, especially during the wedding week. The bottom line is Lauren really took care of us for a whole year, from the moment we first visited the venue to after the big event. \r\rWe had a gorgeous, unforgettable wedding and couldn't have asked for a better venue. The overall execution, the package options, the view, and all the little touches made our wedding day perfect.
Reviewed on 23-06-2014
Wedding Date 22-03-2014
Lauren Schardt and the team at The Westin St. Francis were amazing to work with when planning our wedding reception! It was one of the first venues we visited at the beginning of our engagement. On our initial visit, she laid out all of our options for us, but didn't try to push any one package on us. She understood our budget constraints and helped inform us accordingly. While we instantly fell in love with the view and the Imperial Floor, we still wanted to check out other venues that might be more cost effective. As promised, Lauren continually checked in with us over several weeks and months, not pressuring us to make a decision, but kindly checking to see if we had any other questions. After a few more visits to the hotel and some package tweaking, we decided to sign the contract. We knew we would be in good hands with Lauren.\r\rDuring the months leading up to the wedding, Lauren was immensely helpful in ensuring our event was a success. She was always professional, responsive, calm, and supportive throughout the process. During the menu tasting, she patiently listened to our likes and dislikes and helped make recommendations to adjust items to our preferences. She was also thoughtful with little details and added touches here and there, especially during the wedding week. The bottom line is Lauren really took care of us for a whole year, from the moment we first visited the venue to after the big event. \r\rWe had a gorgeous, unforgettable wedding and couldn't have asked for a better venue. The overall execution, the package options, the view, and all the little touches made our wedding day perfect.
Reviewed on 23-06-2014
lija mchugh (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-04-2014
We loved having our wedding at the Westin St. Francis hotel. We live in San Francisco, and this was the perfect classic SF wedding venue. Our ceremony was in the intimate, beautiful Borgia room, and the reception was up in Alexandra's ballroom on the 32nd floor of the new tower. Gorgeous! We had about exactly 100 people and both venues felt like the perfect size. In addition to the truly beautiful venue, the other huge \"plus\" of having our wedding at the Westin St. Francis was Lauren Schardt, the hotel's wedding specialist. We worked with her from initial contract through our day-after brunch, and she's stellar. She's a wedding expert! Very patient, very service-oriented, and very very helpful. She is a calm and collected presence throughout the wedding planning process, and she enabled our event to go off without a hitch. With Lauren, and the various amenities provided by the hotel (i.e., you do not need to work with a bunch of vendors because catering, beverages, etc., are through the hotel) a wedding planner is not necessary. The only other vendors we needed to work with were the DJ, florist, and cake-maker. \r\rHighly recommend the Westin St. Francis, and thank-you Lauren for helping to make our wedding day such a dream! Best day of our lives :)
Reviewed on 25-04-2014
Wedding Date 05-04-2014
We loved having our wedding at the Westin St. Francis hotel. We live in San Francisco, and this was the perfect classic SF wedding venue. Our ceremony was in the intimate, beautiful Borgia room, and the reception was up in Alexandra's ballroom on the 32nd floor of the new tower. Gorgeous! We had about exactly 100 people and both venues felt like the perfect size. In addition to the truly beautiful venue, the other huge \"plus\" of having our wedding at the Westin St. Francis was Lauren Schardt, the hotel's wedding specialist. We worked with her from initial contract through our day-after brunch, and she's stellar. She's a wedding expert! Very patient, very service-oriented, and very very helpful. She is a calm and collected presence throughout the wedding planning process, and she enabled our event to go off without a hitch. With Lauren, and the various amenities provided by the hotel (i.e., you do not need to work with a bunch of vendors because catering, beverages, etc., are through the hotel) a wedding planner is not necessary. The only other vendors we needed to work with were the DJ, florist, and cake-maker. \r\rHighly recommend the Westin St. Francis, and thank-you Lauren for helping to make our wedding day such a dream! Best day of our lives :)
Reviewed on 25-04-2014
Victoria Dominguez (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-11-2013
My husband and I are 100% city people, so a wedding in Sonoma or the country didn't make any sense to us. We visited many hotels in San Francisco and their ballrooms had no windows and were dark and stuffy; it is like they put you in a pretty basement with chandlers. I wanted windows and the Westin St. Francis delivered. The venue is on the top floor of the hotel, with floor to ceiling windows. The place is so beautiful, you do not have to overboard with flowers and additional decor, it was already impressive.The views are amazing!\r\rIf you look at everything as a cost per person, it looks really expensive. But everything is included. The room rental is included in the cost per person amount. So it averaged out to be fair (in my eyes). If you look at the average cost of a wedding in the bay area, it is not the highest, if you don't go overboard on flowers and other things, its works.\r\rAlso, the hotel supplied us with the most amazing coordinator ever, Lauren. I was so worried that I needed my own wedding coordinator for my wedding, but Lauren helped us with a lot. She even buttoned up my dress (my mom forgot) so I could dance. She is on point, I couldn't ask for anyone better. The wedding ran smoothly, so I wasn't so stressed out. She gave great advise too, and let my husband and I know what is typical and what is not (we were not wedding experts. \r\rAnyways, the ceremony and venue was well worth the money. I would totally recommend 100% to people who want to get married.
Reviewed on 19-11-2013
Wedding Date 02-11-2013
My husband and I are 100% city people, so a wedding in Sonoma or the country didn't make any sense to us. We visited many hotels in San Francisco and their ballrooms had no windows and were dark and stuffy; it is like they put you in a pretty basement with chandlers. I wanted windows and the Westin St. Francis delivered. The venue is on the top floor of the hotel, with floor to ceiling windows. The place is so beautiful, you do not have to overboard with flowers and additional decor, it was already impressive.The views are amazing!\r\rIf you look at everything as a cost per person, it looks really expensive. But everything is included. The room rental is included in the cost per person amount. So it averaged out to be fair (in my eyes). If you look at the average cost of a wedding in the bay area, it is not the highest, if you don't go overboard on flowers and other things, its works.\r\rAlso, the hotel supplied us with the most amazing coordinator ever, Lauren. I was so worried that I needed my own wedding coordinator for my wedding, but Lauren helped us with a lot. She even buttoned up my dress (my mom forgot) so I could dance. She is on point, I couldn't ask for anyone better. The wedding ran smoothly, so I wasn't so stressed out. She gave great advise too, and let my husband and I know what is typical and what is not (we were not wedding experts. \r\rAnyways, the ceremony and venue was well worth the money. I would totally recommend 100% to people who want to get married.
Reviewed on 19-11-2013
Crystal Mason (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
Having our reception at the Westin St. Francis was the best decision my husband and I could have done. First of all, the staff is AMAZING! Lauren and her team went above an beyond for us. Everything went as planned and everything was perfectly in place. Cocktail hour in Victor's was great. The food was customized to what we wanted and everyone loved it. We were very lucky, it was cloudless day in the city and the views were gorgeous!! Alexandra's was set-up perfectly, the room was perfect for our wedding with the gold accents. I would highly recommend having your wedding at the Westin St. Francis. I can't stress how beautiful the wedding was and how helpful the staff is. Everything we wanted, they gave us, with a smile on their face. The planning process was a great learning experience and Lauren had everything organized to the \"T\". Get married here,its totally worth it!! Happy Wedding Day!! :)
Reviewed on 04-10-2013
Wedding Date 24-08-2013
Having our reception at the Westin St. Francis was the best decision my husband and I could have done. First of all, the staff is AMAZING! Lauren and her team went above an beyond for us. Everything went as planned and everything was perfectly in place. Cocktail hour in Victor's was great. The food was customized to what we wanted and everyone loved it. We were very lucky, it was cloudless day in the city and the views were gorgeous!! Alexandra's was set-up perfectly, the room was perfect for our wedding with the gold accents. I would highly recommend having your wedding at the Westin St. Francis. I can't stress how beautiful the wedding was and how helpful the staff is. Everything we wanted, they gave us, with a smile on their face. The planning process was a great learning experience and Lauren had everything organized to the \"T\". Get married here,its totally worth it!! Happy Wedding Day!! :)
Reviewed on 04-10-2013
Michelle Potthhoff (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-09-2013
The Westin St. Francis Hotel exceed my dreams of my perfect wedding. From our first meeting with Lauren Schardt she did everything in her power to make sure my dream and visions were put to life. At our tasting with the Chef she made custom menus with our names on it. The tasting was amazing we tried so many different options of appetizers, salads, main course and desserts. We spoke with the chef and told him how to make our traditional middle eastern dishes and he exceeded our expectations. He also came up with ideas of making the sweet potatoes in to a heart shape and adding glitter to the desserts. Made for an extra special experience. The staff at the hotel went out of their way to make us feel like Queens and Kings on our wedding day. They also gave 5 star service to all of our guests. I can't say enough about Lauren or the Westin. They truly gave me my dream wedding.
Reviewed on 02-10-2013
Wedding Date 28-09-2013
The Westin St. Francis Hotel exceed my dreams of my perfect wedding. From our first meeting with Lauren Schardt she did everything in her power to make sure my dream and visions were put to life. At our tasting with the Chef she made custom menus with our names on it. The tasting was amazing we tried so many different options of appetizers, salads, main course and desserts. We spoke with the chef and told him how to make our traditional middle eastern dishes and he exceeded our expectations. He also came up with ideas of making the sweet potatoes in to a heart shape and adding glitter to the desserts. Made for an extra special experience. The staff at the hotel went out of their way to make us feel like Queens and Kings on our wedding day. They also gave 5 star service to all of our guests. I can't say enough about Lauren or the Westin. They truly gave me my dream wedding.
Reviewed on 02-10-2013
Carrie M (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-09-2013
Our daytime reception was held on the Imperial Floor. The stunningly beautiful view of SF is awesome but what really made the experience excellent was the service we received from Lauren Schardt and the staff. Lauren is fantastic and she really put my husband and I at ease when we were planning the reception. All of the staff, from the bellhops to the service staff at the reception, were kind, professional, and on top of all of the details. It was a wonderful event that went so smoothly-thanks to Lauren and the staff at the Westin!
Reviewed on 02-10-2013
Wedding Date 15-09-2013
Our daytime reception was held on the Imperial Floor. The stunningly beautiful view of SF is awesome but what really made the experience excellent was the service we received from Lauren Schardt and the staff. Lauren is fantastic and she really put my husband and I at ease when we were planning the reception. All of the staff, from the bellhops to the service staff at the reception, were kind, professional, and on top of all of the details. It was a wonderful event that went so smoothly-thanks to Lauren and the staff at the Westin!
Reviewed on 02-10-2013
Hana Schwaba (Michaelis) (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
I recently held my wedding reception at the Westin St. Francis, San Francisco. My husband and I were extremely happy with the way everything turned out and would not hesitate to highly recommend the Westin for future events! Since we wanted to be married in San Francisco, we had many places to choose from for our reception. The Westin turned out to be the best venue for us and the service and the value we received was outstanding! We were fortunate to have Lauren Schardt as our coordinator and she really helped guide us through all the preparation. Lauren was truly a pleasure to work with and we appreciate how helpful, and essential, she was in the decision making and planning process. She was also there at the event to make sure all went smoothly (and it did). \r\rThe event was held on the 32nd floor of the Tower building and the views were amazing. The beautiful event rooms were accessed by the outside glass elevators. Our cocktail hour was held in Victor’s Palace, a stunning room with view windows and twinkling chandeliers. The dinner and dancing was held at the other end of the hall at the Alexandra’s Ballroom. The décor of the ballroom was “dreamlike” and the floor to ceiling windows showcased the city skyline and beyond. The size was perfect to accommodate our guests for a romantic dinner, a band with a dance floor and two bars. \r\rOne other advantage of this location was that the “package” included a block of rooms for our guests, at a very fair price and a complimentary suite for us. There were wonderful menu and cake choices and many of our guests commented on how delicious the food was. Once again, I would like to mention how fortunate we were to have had Lauren Schardt as our coordinator. Our reception was even better than we ever could have imagined.
Reviewed on 12-08-2013
Wedding Date 20-07-2013
I recently held my wedding reception at the Westin St. Francis, San Francisco. My husband and I were extremely happy with the way everything turned out and would not hesitate to highly recommend the Westin for future events! Since we wanted to be married in San Francisco, we had many places to choose from for our reception. The Westin turned out to be the best venue for us and the service and the value we received was outstanding! We were fortunate to have Lauren Schardt as our coordinator and she really helped guide us through all the preparation. Lauren was truly a pleasure to work with and we appreciate how helpful, and essential, she was in the decision making and planning process. She was also there at the event to make sure all went smoothly (and it did). \r\rThe event was held on the 32nd floor of the Tower building and the views were amazing. The beautiful event rooms were accessed by the outside glass elevators. Our cocktail hour was held in Victor’s Palace, a stunning room with view windows and twinkling chandeliers. The dinner and dancing was held at the other end of the hall at the Alexandra’s Ballroom. The décor of the ballroom was “dreamlike” and the floor to ceiling windows showcased the city skyline and beyond. The size was perfect to accommodate our guests for a romantic dinner, a band with a dance floor and two bars. \r\rOne other advantage of this location was that the “package” included a block of rooms for our guests, at a very fair price and a complimentary suite for us. There were wonderful menu and cake choices and many of our guests commented on how delicious the food was. Once again, I would like to mention how fortunate we were to have had Lauren Schardt as our coordinator. Our reception was even better than we ever could have imagined.
Reviewed on 12-08-2013
Kaela garbarino (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2014
We had our wedding at the Westin St. Francis this past June 2013. We had a rough time selecting a venue. We were trying to keep costs down and I felt like we had looked everywhere with no luck. Finally we stopped in the the Westin St. Francis with no appointment but hoping to have some luck at the end of a long venue searching day. We absolutely fell in love with Victors and Alexanders Palace both on the top floor of the Westin with amazing views of the city. We both new instantly that the Westin was where we were having our wedding. The cost at the Westin was higher then we had wanted to spend but the venue was incomparable to anything else we had seen. I do not regret the money we spent on this amazing venue. \rWe were turned over to (at the time new wedding planner to the Westin) Lauren Schardt. Lauren went above and beyond to make every aspect of our wedding amazing. I was more then impressed with the service at the Westin. I had exchanged countless emails with Lauren in planning and had numerous meetings with her as well. We planned every detail of our wedding from food and tasting to tablecloths and napkins modifying everything to my liking. We had an amazing time at our tasting and picked some of the best food (crab cakes, beef sliders, ahi, halibut, spinach pasta and braised short ribs with prawns) to name a few of my favorites and the Westin also helped us with a speciality drink. The chef was very accommodating with any suggestions we had. \r Lauren assured me the day would be perfect and the it was beyond my every expectation. She kept me up to date on everything, she was attentive and had all the answers when I had questions. She was also there on the day of making sure the day was flawless and that my husband and I had everything we needed. \rThe day couldn't have gone smoother and couldn't have been more beautiful. I got complements from so many guests on the venue, the food and so many told us how calm we looked which is only because of how confident I was in the Westin. I wish we could have our day over again it was flawless! The best day of my life.
Reviewed on 07-08-2013
Wedding Date 22-09-2014
We had our wedding at the Westin St. Francis this past June 2013. We had a rough time selecting a venue. We were trying to keep costs down and I felt like we had looked everywhere with no luck. Finally we stopped in the the Westin St. Francis with no appointment but hoping to have some luck at the end of a long venue searching day. We absolutely fell in love with Victors and Alexanders Palace both on the top floor of the Westin with amazing views of the city. We both new instantly that the Westin was where we were having our wedding. The cost at the Westin was higher then we had wanted to spend but the venue was incomparable to anything else we had seen. I do not regret the money we spent on this amazing venue. \rWe were turned over to (at the time new wedding planner to the Westin) Lauren Schardt. Lauren went above and beyond to make every aspect of our wedding amazing. I was more then impressed with the service at the Westin. I had exchanged countless emails with Lauren in planning and had numerous meetings with her as well. We planned every detail of our wedding from food and tasting to tablecloths and napkins modifying everything to my liking. We had an amazing time at our tasting and picked some of the best food (crab cakes, beef sliders, ahi, halibut, spinach pasta and braised short ribs with prawns) to name a few of my favorites and the Westin also helped us with a speciality drink. The chef was very accommodating with any suggestions we had. \r Lauren assured me the day would be perfect and the it was beyond my every expectation. She kept me up to date on everything, she was attentive and had all the answers when I had questions. She was also there on the day of making sure the day was flawless and that my husband and I had everything we needed. \rThe day couldn't have gone smoother and couldn't have been more beautiful. I got complements from so many guests on the venue, the food and so many told us how calm we looked which is only because of how confident I was in the Westin. I wish we could have our day over again it was flawless! The best day of my life.
Reviewed on 07-08-2013
Terry Yi (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-02-2013
We recently had our wedding on the Imperial Floor at the Westin St. Francis. It was absolutely beautiful and the entire day was amazing. We were a little worried when Robin our original banquet manager left during our wedding planning process, as we really enjoyed working with her and she knew all of the details we had discussed since Day 1. But, Lauren Schardt transitioned seamlessly as our new banquet manager and exceeded our expectations. She was extremely responsive and went above and beyond during the planning process and day of to ensure we had a wonderful time. We didn't have to worry about anything on our wedding day except having a great time. The day was seamless! I highly recommend the Westin St. Francis as a wedding venue. The beautiful venue with stunning views, great food, and their staff's attention to detail made for an unforgettable wedding!
Reviewed on 05-08-2013
Wedding Date 02-02-2013
We recently had our wedding on the Imperial Floor at the Westin St. Francis. It was absolutely beautiful and the entire day was amazing. We were a little worried when Robin our original banquet manager left during our wedding planning process, as we really enjoyed working with her and she knew all of the details we had discussed since Day 1. But, Lauren Schardt transitioned seamlessly as our new banquet manager and exceeded our expectations. She was extremely responsive and went above and beyond during the planning process and day of to ensure we had a wonderful time. We didn't have to worry about anything on our wedding day except having a great time. The day was seamless! I highly recommend the Westin St. Francis as a wedding venue. The beautiful venue with stunning views, great food, and their staff's attention to detail made for an unforgettable wedding!
Reviewed on 05-08-2013
cathy Perotti (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
My daughter’s wedding at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco was beyond magical. The exquisite venue contributed to the fairy tale fantasy, but the most important component was the people in the catering and banquet department of the hotel. At every step of the way, what we got was well beyond excellent service; it was a caring and helpfulness that was far in excess of what one would expect, even at such a grand hotel. \r\rThe venue (Alexandra’s and Victor’s on the 32nd floor) is amazing. There are views of the City and the Bay. But it is even more beautiful when set up for a banquet, with tea candles everywhere gleaming off the exquisite silver, china and glassware. Even the tablecloths and chairs amplify the golden glow that fills the room. It is simply breathtaking. \r\rThe staff truly wanted our event to be wonderful and stress free. They helped us every step of the way, from planning a date when the city would not be crowded with conventioneers to anticipating that we would need two sets of steps to the riser to provide ample room for the gown. They provided options when possible, with suggestions about what had worked in the past. They accommodated the inclusion of the dog as ringbearer. On the morning of the wedding, when the bride had been feeling sick and wished for Gatorade, there appeared three bottles in different flavors. In short, the staff was there for us, providing suggestions and support all along the way.\r\rThe food was fantastic. The dinner was sumptuous, like the chef’s tasting menu at a very elegant restaurant. The tasting is so much fun – not only are you presented with an incredible variety of delicious things to choose from, but the chefs come out to explain why they chose each particular combination of flavors. \r\rWe had both the ceremony and the dining and dancing in Alexandra’s, with cocktails in Victor’s in between. This meant that the staff performed Herculean feats in getting the room rearranged from the ceremony (rows of chairs with a center aisle) to the banquet setting – it was a wonder of planning, organization, skill, and cooperation among so many people.\r\rMy daughter had her choice of a “bridal suite” for the night before and the wedding night. The one she chose, the State Suite, made a beautiful and elegant background for the “before” wedding pictures. \r \rLast, but not least, was the morning-after brunch in the St. Francis Suite, yet another elegant yet comfortable venue for delicious food and relaxation, with a view of Union Square. \r\rBecause the catering department is so experienced, all charges were included in the initial plan. Thus we were not surprised along the way by any suggestions that we could add things we had not thought of for “extra charges”. Everything we could want was included and explained upfront. This is also a consideration if you compare with some venues that require that you go through the hassle (and cost) of arranging separately for chairs, tablecloths, etc.\r\rIn short, having the wedding at the Westin St. Francis was a great decision. It was a wonderful event for us, and the staff made it as easy as such a thing could be. I cannot imagine a more romantic and elegant venue, and the people we worked with went above and beyond at every turn. Be sure to go and talk to them when you plan your San Francisco wedding; you will be doing yourself a great disservice if you don’t.\r
Reviewed on 25-07-2013
My daughter’s wedding at the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco was beyond magical. The exquisite venue contributed to the fairy tale fantasy, but the most important component was the people in the catering and banquet department of the hotel. At every step of the way, what we got was well beyond excellent service; it was a caring and helpfulness that was far in excess of what one would expect, even at such a grand hotel. \r\rThe venue (Alexandra’s and Victor’s on the 32nd floor) is amazing. There are views of the City and the Bay. But it is even more beautiful when set up for a banquet, with tea candles everywhere gleaming off the exquisite silver, china and glassware. Even the tablecloths and chairs amplify the golden glow that fills the room. It is simply breathtaking. \r\rThe staff truly wanted our event to be wonderful and stress free. They helped us every step of the way, from planning a date when the city would not be crowded with conventioneers to anticipating that we would need two sets of steps to the riser to provide ample room for the gown. They provided options when possible, with suggestions about what had worked in the past. They accommodated the inclusion of the dog as ringbearer. On the morning of the wedding, when the bride had been feeling sick and wished for Gatorade, there appeared three bottles in different flavors. In short, the staff was there for us, providing suggestions and support all along the way.\r\rThe food was fantastic. The dinner was sumptuous, like the chef’s tasting menu at a very elegant restaurant. The tasting is so much fun – not only are you presented with an incredible variety of delicious things to choose from, but the chefs come out to explain why they chose each particular combination of flavors. \r\rWe had both the ceremony and the dining and dancing in Alexandra’s, with cocktails in Victor’s in between. This meant that the staff performed Herculean feats in getting the room rearranged from the ceremony (rows of chairs with a center aisle) to the banquet setting – it was a wonder of planning, organization, skill, and cooperation among so many people.\r\rMy daughter had her choice of a “bridal suite” for the night before and the wedding night. The one she chose, the State Suite, made a beautiful and elegant background for the “before” wedding pictures. \r \rLast, but not least, was the morning-after brunch in the St. Francis Suite, yet another elegant yet comfortable venue for delicious food and relaxation, with a view of Union Square. \r\rBecause the catering department is so experienced, all charges were included in the initial plan. Thus we were not surprised along the way by any suggestions that we could add things we had not thought of for “extra charges”. Everything we could want was included and explained upfront. This is also a consideration if you compare with some venues that require that you go through the hassle (and cost) of arranging separately for chairs, tablecloths, etc.\r\rIn short, having the wedding at the Westin St. Francis was a great decision. It was a wonderful event for us, and the staff made it as easy as such a thing could be. I cannot imagine a more romantic and elegant venue, and the people we worked with went above and beyond at every turn. Be sure to go and talk to them when you plan your San Francisco wedding; you will be doing yourself a great disservice if you don’t.\r
Reviewed on 25-07-2013
Albert Hwang (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2013
We picked The Westin St. Francis Hotel because it's decoration was beautiful, hotel staff was nice, and the price was affordable. We are very glad we pick this hotel as our wedding venue. The hotel wedding manager was very helpful and skillful. She gave us a great guidance throughout the planning and provided us many helpful suggestions. On the day the wedding went smooth and well. The hotel staff was responsive, friendly, and they setup the venue exactly the way we desired. Last but not least, the hotel was extremely beautiful, the night view, the suite, the Union Square, it was amazing. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 24-07-2013
Wedding Date 07-07-2013
We picked The Westin St. Francis Hotel because it's decoration was beautiful, hotel staff was nice, and the price was affordable. We are very glad we pick this hotel as our wedding venue. The hotel wedding manager was very helpful and skillful. She gave us a great guidance throughout the planning and provided us many helpful suggestions. On the day the wedding went smooth and well. The hotel staff was responsive, friendly, and they setup the venue exactly the way we desired. Last but not least, the hotel was extremely beautiful, the night view, the suite, the Union Square, it was amazing. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 24-07-2013
Meredith Chew (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-04-2013
Ok I'm biased, of course I think I had the best wedding ever. But really...it's because of the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco. I was fortunate to work with Lauren Schardt the entire way from planning through execution. Lauren was fabulous, a real pro! She was great in every way: Communication - responsive and knew her stuff. She answered all our questions with no hesitation. Professional - always calm, collective, and will insert her opinion when asked or in a timely manner. Accommodating - Lauren was flexible and never showed frustration with changes or ideas that we wanted to execute. All in all I have nothing but great things to say. The confidence she exudes made me feel like I was going to have a successful wedding. I literally did not stress at all on the day of my wedding and Lauren made that possible. \r\rI loved the venue, the 32nd floor is gorgeous for a wedding, cocktail reception & dinner. The food was outstanding. We had positive feedback from guests - how often does that happen? We were able to create our own menu with the chef - loved that. The hotel staff was friendly - from the front desk to our wait staff. Thank you so much, Westin St. Francis!
Reviewed on 18-06-2013
Wedding Date 26-04-2013
Ok I'm biased, of course I think I had the best wedding ever. But really...it's because of the Westin St. Francis in San Francisco. I was fortunate to work with Lauren Schardt the entire way from planning through execution. Lauren was fabulous, a real pro! She was great in every way: Communication - responsive and knew her stuff. She answered all our questions with no hesitation. Professional - always calm, collective, and will insert her opinion when asked or in a timely manner. Accommodating - Lauren was flexible and never showed frustration with changes or ideas that we wanted to execute. All in all I have nothing but great things to say. The confidence she exudes made me feel like I was going to have a successful wedding. I literally did not stress at all on the day of my wedding and Lauren made that possible. \r\rI loved the venue, the 32nd floor is gorgeous for a wedding, cocktail reception & dinner. The food was outstanding. We had positive feedback from guests - how often does that happen? We were able to create our own menu with the chef - loved that. The hotel staff was friendly - from the front desk to our wait staff. Thank you so much, Westin St. Francis!
Reviewed on 18-06-2013
Jesse Francis (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-05-2013
Lauren Schardt and Bill Hedgepeth are amazing and will make sure you get the wedding of your dreams. In addition to amazing food, beautiful location, and perfect coordination with our vendors, the Westin went way above and beyond to provide exceptional service.
Reviewed on 09-06-2013
Wedding Date 04-05-2013
Lauren Schardt and Bill Hedgepeth are amazing and will make sure you get the wedding of your dreams. In addition to amazing food, beautiful location, and perfect coordination with our vendors, the Westin went way above and beyond to provide exceptional service.
Reviewed on 09-06-2013
debbie smith (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
The Westin St Francis is an ideal venue for a destination wedding. The charm of the St Francis Suite was perfect for the wedding ceremony. The reception rooms, Victor's and Alexandra's on the 32nd have stunning views of the city.\r\r Our Wedding Sales Specialist, Lauren and Dee her assistant were great to work with and were always available.The enitre staff from check in to the last dance went above and beyond to create a memorable wedding day!!\r\r
Reviewed on 05-04-2013
The Westin St Francis is an ideal venue for a destination wedding. The charm of the St Francis Suite was perfect for the wedding ceremony. The reception rooms, Victor's and Alexandra's on the 32nd have stunning views of the city.\r\r Our Wedding Sales Specialist, Lauren and Dee her assistant were great to work with and were always available.The enitre staff from check in to the last dance went above and beyond to create a memorable wedding day!!\r\r
Reviewed on 05-04-2013
Bryan Vu (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-03-2013
Our wedding at the Westin St. Francis was an incredible success and we are so happy and thrilled with how it turned out. We had an amazing time and our friends and family were so impressed with the Westin. When we chose the Westin, we knew from asking around that they had a great staff, but we really had no idea what an incredible job Lauren Schardt and the team there would do for us.\r\rWe got so many compliments throughout the night about all of the little details Lauren and the staff made all of our visions for the night come true. The food was amazing and we honestly couldn't believe how perfectly cooked the filet was. One of our cousins is an incredibly picky eater, and we have never seen him finish a meal of any kind, but his salmon plate was completely clean. His whole family was shocked! When we signed the contract, we didn't know exactly what to expect, but we definitely didn't expect the Westin to be handling hundreds of our random requests and details like cylinder vases, organizing a heart-shaped group photo, coordinating with the vendors, helping us find all of our vendors, handling the linens, the king's tables, timing for the food, bringing out multiple cakes, setting up photos in the lobby, the candle ceremony, upgraded rooms for the parents, finding a suite for us, etc. There are probably fifty more details like that that we could add to the list. It was amazing!\r\rIn the end, we were both so, so happy we chose the Westin St. Francis! We and our guests loved the 32nd floor view, the glass elevator experience and the look of the different rooms. We were able to use the Italian and Colonial rooms for cocktails in addition to Borgia for the ceremony and Alexandra's for the reception so we got lots of different classic looks. We loved the Chairman suite and we wish we could live there. We've got lots of great photos from our guests already and are definitely looking forward to the professional photos, video and photobooth photos.\r\rWe have never worked with anyone who was so great at their job as Lauren. She was incredibly well-organized, hard-working, took literally hundreds of our requests and didn't drop the ball on a single one. We have never seen anything like it! Thanks so much to Lauren and the Westin staff for an awesome experience on the happiest day of our lives!
Reviewed on 29-03-2013
Wedding Date 23-03-2013
Our wedding at the Westin St. Francis was an incredible success and we are so happy and thrilled with how it turned out. We had an amazing time and our friends and family were so impressed with the Westin. When we chose the Westin, we knew from asking around that they had a great staff, but we really had no idea what an incredible job Lauren Schardt and the team there would do for us.\r\rWe got so many compliments throughout the night about all of the little details Lauren and the staff made all of our visions for the night come true. The food was amazing and we honestly couldn't believe how perfectly cooked the filet was. One of our cousins is an incredibly picky eater, and we have never seen him finish a meal of any kind, but his salmon plate was completely clean. His whole family was shocked! When we signed the contract, we didn't know exactly what to expect, but we definitely didn't expect the Westin to be handling hundreds of our random requests and details like cylinder vases, organizing a heart-shaped group photo, coordinating with the vendors, helping us find all of our vendors, handling the linens, the king's tables, timing for the food, bringing out multiple cakes, setting up photos in the lobby, the candle ceremony, upgraded rooms for the parents, finding a suite for us, etc. There are probably fifty more details like that that we could add to the list. It was amazing!\r\rIn the end, we were both so, so happy we chose the Westin St. Francis! We and our guests loved the 32nd floor view, the glass elevator experience and the look of the different rooms. We were able to use the Italian and Colonial rooms for cocktails in addition to Borgia for the ceremony and Alexandra's for the reception so we got lots of different classic looks. We loved the Chairman suite and we wish we could live there. We've got lots of great photos from our guests already and are definitely looking forward to the professional photos, video and photobooth photos.\r\rWe have never worked with anyone who was so great at their job as Lauren. She was incredibly well-organized, hard-working, took literally hundreds of our requests and didn't drop the ball on a single one. We have never seen anything like it! Thanks so much to Lauren and the Westin staff for an awesome experience on the happiest day of our lives!
Reviewed on 29-03-2013
Sharon Anderson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2012
Our ceremony and reception were held at the Westin St Francis recently. Our wedding was small, so we were able to have our ceremony in the Borgia Room, an exquisite, intimate jewel box with vaulted ceilings. Our reception was on the 32nd floor in Victor's Palace- the views of the city were spectacular and the room is beautiful! My guests could not stop \"oohing\" and \"aahing\". Quite a few of my guests gushed that the Westin St Francis was \"magical\". The service was attentive and gracious. Best of all, Robin Lewis,their Wedding Specialist, made the wedding planning process painless and stress-free. She is a consummate professional- very responsive to emails/calls and her follow up was amazing. Her attention to details and the extra care she gave us was truly \"white glove\
Reviewed on 31-10-2012
Wedding Date 22-09-2012
Our ceremony and reception were held at the Westin St Francis recently. Our wedding was small, so we were able to have our ceremony in the Borgia Room, an exquisite, intimate jewel box with vaulted ceilings. Our reception was on the 32nd floor in Victor's Palace- the views of the city were spectacular and the room is beautiful! My guests could not stop \"oohing\" and \"aahing\". Quite a few of my guests gushed that the Westin St Francis was \"magical\". The service was attentive and gracious. Best of all, Robin Lewis,their Wedding Specialist, made the wedding planning process painless and stress-free. She is a consummate professional- very responsive to emails/calls and her follow up was amazing. Her attention to details and the extra care she gave us was truly \"white glove\
Reviewed on 31-10-2012
Helen Bai (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-04-2012
The on-site manager Robin Lewis was coordinated and organized, even when I was not. I couldn't have put it together without her. They accommodated my request to flip Alexandra's Ballroom for use as a ceremony venue and reception venue, even though they had to set up a stage for the band during the short cocktail hour. I didn't have to decorate the venue very much because it was already beautiful, including the table settings, linens, and chairs. I just added flowers. Everything was included in the wedding package--dinner, cocktail hour refreshments, open bar, cake, bridal suite. All the guests raved about the quality of the food, location, and the view. My pictures from the day were gorgeous! The bridal suite had an amazing view of Union Square.
Reviewed on 16-10-2012
Wedding Date 14-04-2012
The on-site manager Robin Lewis was coordinated and organized, even when I was not. I couldn't have put it together without her. They accommodated my request to flip Alexandra's Ballroom for use as a ceremony venue and reception venue, even though they had to set up a stage for the band during the short cocktail hour. I didn't have to decorate the venue very much because it was already beautiful, including the table settings, linens, and chairs. I just added flowers. Everything was included in the wedding package--dinner, cocktail hour refreshments, open bar, cake, bridal suite. All the guests raved about the quality of the food, location, and the view. My pictures from the day were gorgeous! The bridal suite had an amazing view of Union Square.
Reviewed on 16-10-2012
Ricky Tai (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-09-2012
In our search for a wedding venue, the Westin St. Francis was one of several we chose to visit after whittling down our list based on what we wanted from the decor and atmosphere. When we first contacted the Westin, Robin Lewis, the wedding specialist, was very prompt in her replies and we were struck by her professionalism, detail oriented nature and especially her humor. During our first meeting at the hotel, when she showed us the gorgeous Borgia Room, we knew immediately that was where we wanted our ceremony. Over the following weeks and months, we gradually worked out the wedding plan and it was truly a pleasure to have worked with Robin in coordinating the schedules, food and event order. While the St Francis certainly has some magnificent locations (from the 32nd floor ballrooms to the grand ballrooms in the Landmark building) which were awesome in and of itself, it was definitely our interactions with Robin and the hotel staff that went so above and beyond what we expected that just made our experience (from the planning to the ceremony) so wonderfully refreshing. Robin was a true delight to work with as she infused good humor into our conversations and made the whole process so easy and painless. Her prompt replies and detailed planning were very welcome and definitely left us with a feeling that we were in good hands. When the day came, there were no surprises and we received many compliments from our guests regarding the ceremony, the awesome food and the great location. Many, many thanks to Robin and the staff at the Westin St Francis for helping us make our dream wedding come true.
Reviewed on 04-10-2012
Wedding Date 29-09-2012
In our search for a wedding venue, the Westin St. Francis was one of several we chose to visit after whittling down our list based on what we wanted from the decor and atmosphere. When we first contacted the Westin, Robin Lewis, the wedding specialist, was very prompt in her replies and we were struck by her professionalism, detail oriented nature and especially her humor. During our first meeting at the hotel, when she showed us the gorgeous Borgia Room, we knew immediately that was where we wanted our ceremony. Over the following weeks and months, we gradually worked out the wedding plan and it was truly a pleasure to have worked with Robin in coordinating the schedules, food and event order. While the St Francis certainly has some magnificent locations (from the 32nd floor ballrooms to the grand ballrooms in the Landmark building) which were awesome in and of itself, it was definitely our interactions with Robin and the hotel staff that went so above and beyond what we expected that just made our experience (from the planning to the ceremony) so wonderfully refreshing. Robin was a true delight to work with as she infused good humor into our conversations and made the whole process so easy and painless. Her prompt replies and detailed planning were very welcome and definitely left us with a feeling that we were in good hands. When the day came, there were no surprises and we received many compliments from our guests regarding the ceremony, the awesome food and the great location. Many, many thanks to Robin and the staff at the Westin St Francis for helping us make our dream wedding come true.
Reviewed on 04-10-2012
abigail Showalter (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-05-2012
My wife and I researched a few places in San Francisco and we always came back to Westin St. Francis as the place to measure as a standard. The Westin always edged out the competition not only for the specifics of the venue, but also for the service via their wedding manager Robin Lewis. She treats you like someone who genuinely cares about every detail about your day. She will ask you many questions which helps because there are so many thing easily passed over. All of my family members came out to California from Pennsylvania and Robin made sure they felt welcomed, especially concerning my parents. She sent a welcoming plate to them upon arrival and they were suprised and appreciative. Robin went the extra mile to make sure my parents were taken care of both during their stay and during the reception. As for the details - we outsourced many of our vendors and Robin coordinated their efforts so everything flowed smoothly. She asks many questions of you and what your vendors are doing so everything runs smoothly. Basically Robin will think of many things that you already felt you had covered 100%. The tasting is very professional and very personable. Robin will sit with you and ask what you like and/or dislike about the tasting. She in very discerning about the food and wines and will make winning suggestions about anything you are unsure of. The chef is also welcoming for the mere fact that he comes out and introduces himself and lets you know he will oblige any changes you wish to make to adjust to the delicious menu items. Again this is where Robin's expertise and suggestions become a relief. Now, to get to the actual venue - there is no better view for a reception than the Westin. You have a semi-panoramic view of San Francisco. You will be on the 32nd floor of the Westin Tower and it is fantasic to just relax for a moment to look out of the extended bay windows and just take in the moment. Great pics. The decor of Victor's palace is extremely welcoming for a wedding venue. The adjacent room (Alexander) is larger and still an amazing view but Victor's is fantastic. The decor is welcoming and wedding-ish to the point where floral arrangements are all that's needed. Table settings and staff were on point. Everyone loved the venue and the overall experience. Many people (some who have been to many weddings) expressed that they have never been to a wedding that was as beautiful as ours. I credit the overall experience not only to our efforts but to the Westin doing their job and having someone like Robin taking care of wedding. Details are everything. There were many things we didn't plan on or ask for that were in place so the Westin is a great choice for a guaranteed fantastic wedding venue. Been to many weddings but none like my own. And of course - that would be an expected response, but I truly suggest you check it out for your own good. You will see just by checking out the space. Then Robin takes care of the rest! Like I said, we checked out some of the premier wedding venues and by far the Westin is the stop in your search. Many thanks to Robin, Westin Staff, and all of our vendors for a spectacular wedding! If this site allows it we will post our video which includes much of the Westin in it.
Reviewed on 02-10-2012
Wedding Date 05-05-2012
My wife and I researched a few places in San Francisco and we always came back to Westin St. Francis as the place to measure as a standard. The Westin always edged out the competition not only for the specifics of the venue, but also for the service via their wedding manager Robin Lewis. She treats you like someone who genuinely cares about every detail about your day. She will ask you many questions which helps because there are so many thing easily passed over. All of my family members came out to California from Pennsylvania and Robin made sure they felt welcomed, especially concerning my parents. She sent a welcoming plate to them upon arrival and they were suprised and appreciative. Robin went the extra mile to make sure my parents were taken care of both during their stay and during the reception. As for the details - we outsourced many of our vendors and Robin coordinated their efforts so everything flowed smoothly. She asks many questions of you and what your vendors are doing so everything runs smoothly. Basically Robin will think of many things that you already felt you had covered 100%. The tasting is very professional and very personable. Robin will sit with you and ask what you like and/or dislike about the tasting. She in very discerning about the food and wines and will make winning suggestions about anything you are unsure of. The chef is also welcoming for the mere fact that he comes out and introduces himself and lets you know he will oblige any changes you wish to make to adjust to the delicious menu items. Again this is where Robin's expertise and suggestions become a relief. Now, to get to the actual venue - there is no better view for a reception than the Westin. You have a semi-panoramic view of San Francisco. You will be on the 32nd floor of the Westin Tower and it is fantasic to just relax for a moment to look out of the extended bay windows and just take in the moment. Great pics. The decor of Victor's palace is extremely welcoming for a wedding venue. The adjacent room (Alexander) is larger and still an amazing view but Victor's is fantastic. The decor is welcoming and wedding-ish to the point where floral arrangements are all that's needed. Table settings and staff were on point. Everyone loved the venue and the overall experience. Many people (some who have been to many weddings) expressed that they have never been to a wedding that was as beautiful as ours. I credit the overall experience not only to our efforts but to the Westin doing their job and having someone like Robin taking care of wedding. Details are everything. There were many things we didn't plan on or ask for that were in place so the Westin is a great choice for a guaranteed fantastic wedding venue. Been to many weddings but none like my own. And of course - that would be an expected response, but I truly suggest you check it out for your own good. You will see just by checking out the space. Then Robin takes care of the rest! Like I said, we checked out some of the premier wedding venues and by far the Westin is the stop in your search. Many thanks to Robin, Westin Staff, and all of our vendors for a spectacular wedding! If this site allows it we will post our video which includes much of the Westin in it.
Reviewed on 02-10-2012
diana dial (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2012
The Westin St Francis was chosen for its spectacular views of the city. The minute we toured the Alexandra Room we were sold. I didn't have a wedding planner but I didn't need one with Robin Lewis in charge. She is the Catering Sales Manager for the St Francis. With her professionalism she was able to ease my anxiety about not hiring a wedding planner. The gave me a list of recommendations for entertainment,florists,bakeries,and even a minister. I was extremely happy with all the choices I made from her list. Robin handled everything from the food tasting to the wedding rehearsal and put us at ease with her calming demeanor. She was extremely accessible and so easy to work with. Robin Lewis made my experience at the Westin St Francis fabulous.\r
Reviewed on 02-10-2012
Wedding Date 22-09-2012
The Westin St Francis was chosen for its spectacular views of the city. The minute we toured the Alexandra Room we were sold. I didn't have a wedding planner but I didn't need one with Robin Lewis in charge. She is the Catering Sales Manager for the St Francis. With her professionalism she was able to ease my anxiety about not hiring a wedding planner. The gave me a list of recommendations for entertainment,florists,bakeries,and even a minister. I was extremely happy with all the choices I made from her list. Robin handled everything from the food tasting to the wedding rehearsal and put us at ease with her calming demeanor. She was extremely accessible and so easy to work with. Robin Lewis made my experience at the Westin St Francis fabulous.\r
Reviewed on 02-10-2012
Jessica Meksavan (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-09-2012
[From a Groom perspective!] In searching for our wedding venue, we had a number of criteria that narrowed the field greatly: 1. Located close to Union Square (out of consideration for a large portion of out of town guests), 2. Features views of the City, and 3. Could accommodate 150 or so guests. Given these requirements, we were pretty much limited to looking at the City Club, Fairmont Hotel, Westin St. Regis (not a great view), and the Westin St. Francis. We looked at all of these venues.\r\rUpon viewing the Westin St. Francis, we were pretty much blown away. I remember getting chills as we rode the glass elevator up to the top floor and having the entire City lay out before you. Then the elevator doors opened and we were immediately impressed by the clean beauty of the space. In that space, one has a hard time deciding between looking at the view or appreciating the interior. Needless to say, it is a beautiful space with equally beautiful views of the great city we call home. The venue by itself was enough to for us to make our decision but we did keep our options open as we negotiated the contract. [One big perk is that the venue is so nice all you really need is a florist]\r\rThe contract negotiation went very smoothly and we found the Westin St. Francis to be fairly accommodating of the major items that we were looking for. Our biggest departure from a traditional wedding was doing a \"family style\" dinner as we wanted to increase the diversity of food options for our guests as well as force interaction between them. It worked out beautifully but sounded like it was pretty challenging and expensive for the hotel to accommodate. But they did, and we loved it. \r\rAfter locking in the contract, our wedding coordinator and contact at the hotel, Robin Lewis, pretty much took it from there. I know there's a low likelihood of guys reading this deep into the reviews, but doing a hotel wedding AND having a wedding coordinator made the whole planning process relatively stress-free. I say \"relatively\" because stress is inevitable but having the combination of hotel and coordinator is the best you can do to minimize stress levels. WELL worth it in my opinion.\r\rRobin was great. She was a pleasure to work with, was very responsive on email, and more than anything, was someone that EVERYONE got along with. This is critical. It is also exceedingly obvious that she takes a great deal of pride in her work and has the perfect balance of being calming and comforting while internalizing a strong sense of urgency.\r\rThe wedding day was perfect. We did our ceremony in Alexandra's, cocktails in Victors, and went back to Alexandra's for the reception. The hotel pulled off the room flip flawlessly and the venue looked great.\r\rQuick comments as I run out of space: Food was very well-received, service was excellent, drinks were flowing nonstop, and the space functioned perfectly for 150 people. Not too crowded, and not too large. \r
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Wedding Date 02-09-2012
[From a Groom perspective!] In searching for our wedding venue, we had a number of criteria that narrowed the field greatly: 1. Located close to Union Square (out of consideration for a large portion of out of town guests), 2. Features views of the City, and 3. Could accommodate 150 or so guests. Given these requirements, we were pretty much limited to looking at the City Club, Fairmont Hotel, Westin St. Regis (not a great view), and the Westin St. Francis. We looked at all of these venues.\r\rUpon viewing the Westin St. Francis, we were pretty much blown away. I remember getting chills as we rode the glass elevator up to the top floor and having the entire City lay out before you. Then the elevator doors opened and we were immediately impressed by the clean beauty of the space. In that space, one has a hard time deciding between looking at the view or appreciating the interior. Needless to say, it is a beautiful space with equally beautiful views of the great city we call home. The venue by itself was enough to for us to make our decision but we did keep our options open as we negotiated the contract. [One big perk is that the venue is so nice all you really need is a florist]\r\rThe contract negotiation went very smoothly and we found the Westin St. Francis to be fairly accommodating of the major items that we were looking for. Our biggest departure from a traditional wedding was doing a \"family style\" dinner as we wanted to increase the diversity of food options for our guests as well as force interaction between them. It worked out beautifully but sounded like it was pretty challenging and expensive for the hotel to accommodate. But they did, and we loved it. \r\rAfter locking in the contract, our wedding coordinator and contact at the hotel, Robin Lewis, pretty much took it from there. I know there's a low likelihood of guys reading this deep into the reviews, but doing a hotel wedding AND having a wedding coordinator made the whole planning process relatively stress-free. I say \"relatively\" because stress is inevitable but having the combination of hotel and coordinator is the best you can do to minimize stress levels. WELL worth it in my opinion.\r\rRobin was great. She was a pleasure to work with, was very responsive on email, and more than anything, was someone that EVERYONE got along with. This is critical. It is also exceedingly obvious that she takes a great deal of pride in her work and has the perfect balance of being calming and comforting while internalizing a strong sense of urgency.\r\rThe wedding day was perfect. We did our ceremony in Alexandra's, cocktails in Victors, and went back to Alexandra's for the reception. The hotel pulled off the room flip flawlessly and the venue looked great.\r\rQuick comments as I run out of space: Food was very well-received, service was excellent, drinks were flowing nonstop, and the space functioned perfectly for 150 people. Not too crowded, and not too large. \r
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Jen J (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-06-2012
The excellent service we experienced began months before our wedding, when we were lucky enough to be assigned Robin Lewis as our wedding specialist. Robin is so well organized, responsive, effective and a downright joy to work with! During the wedding planning process and throughout our wedding weekend, Robin made sure we, our families, and our guests were well taken care of.
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Wedding Date 09-06-2012
The excellent service we experienced began months before our wedding, when we were lucky enough to be assigned Robin Lewis as our wedding specialist. Robin is so well organized, responsive, effective and a downright joy to work with! During the wedding planning process and throughout our wedding weekend, Robin made sure we, our families, and our guests were well taken care of.
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Michelle Nguyen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-07-2012
Parking is challenging being the fact that the venue is in the middle of Union Square. For out of town guests, being here is probably very convenient for them. The service was great. The wedding coordinator, Robin Lewis was a replacement for my previous coordinator. She turned out to be a gem. Robin was very responsive to all of my inquiries. For couples who are very busy and more email-oriented, you would get email responses from her within the same day. I also noticed that my late afternoon email inquiries (when my day workload is lighter after most people go home) would get response almost right away. She is detail-oriented, took notes on every small detail regarding any special requests for us as well as our guests. Robin was also extremely helpful during \"the day of\" the wedding. Overall, I think her service was a star on its own. The venue is on the expensive side but I think it's worth it.
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Wedding Date 21-07-2012
Parking is challenging being the fact that the venue is in the middle of Union Square. For out of town guests, being here is probably very convenient for them. The service was great. The wedding coordinator, Robin Lewis was a replacement for my previous coordinator. She turned out to be a gem. Robin was very responsive to all of my inquiries. For couples who are very busy and more email-oriented, you would get email responses from her within the same day. I also noticed that my late afternoon email inquiries (when my day workload is lighter after most people go home) would get response almost right away. She is detail-oriented, took notes on every small detail regarding any special requests for us as well as our guests. Robin was also extremely helpful during \"the day of\" the wedding. Overall, I think her service was a star on its own. The venue is on the expensive side but I think it's worth it.
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Nancy Ngo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-08-2012
Our guests have not stopped complimenting on how much fun they had! Robin and her team did an amazing job of ensuring that our wedding day at the Westin St. Francis was perfect! She was fun and great to work with throughout the entire process, and even worked closely with our day-of-coordinators to make sure that our band, photo booth, flowers, cake, and etc., fell into place. We held our ceremony and reception on the Imperial Floor with spectacular 360 views of the city. And even though the venue was a bit of a splurge for us, it was worth every penny. They even accommodated our Labrador, Rocket, who was able to be a part of our wedding. We couldn't have hoped for a more beautiful and smoother outcome!
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
Wedding Date 18-08-2012
Our guests have not stopped complimenting on how much fun they had! Robin and her team did an amazing job of ensuring that our wedding day at the Westin St. Francis was perfect! She was fun and great to work with throughout the entire process, and even worked closely with our day-of-coordinators to make sure that our band, photo booth, flowers, cake, and etc., fell into place. We held our ceremony and reception on the Imperial Floor with spectacular 360 views of the city. And even though the venue was a bit of a splurge for us, it was worth every penny. They even accommodated our Labrador, Rocket, who was able to be a part of our wedding. We couldn't have hoped for a more beautiful and smoother outcome!
Reviewed on 01-10-2012
christine jansson (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-05-2012
Dear Reader,\rI was gratefully reminded by a good friend that i had once upon time said that my dream wedding would be at the Westin St Francis. \r\rMy fiance and I took a tour of the Borgia room and St Francis Suite and decided it was the perfect venue for our wedding. My wedding day was magical.\r\rThe Borgia room is stunning with the grand fireplace which was beautifully decorated by our florist. Our 100 guests filled the room well.\r\rOur cocktail reception and dinner was held in the St Francis Suite; we could not of asked for a more splendid location. The suite has views overlooking Union Square, old wood paneling, a library with a fireplace for example. Each of the four rooms uniquely served a function the entire evening. \r\rOur wedding planning expericence with the wedding specialist, Robin, was fantastic. Robin paid attention to detail and had a friendly & professional demeanor.\r\rTo our gratitude there was a designated wedding coordinator from the hotel on the day of the wedding who ensured everything moved smoothly.\r\rSome of our guests commented that the wedding ran extremely smoothly and that I was smiling during the whole event.\r\rThe wedding planning crew at the Westin St Francis made me feel and treated me like a princess on the day of my wedding. \r\r
Reviewed on 25-09-2012
Wedding Date 19-05-2012
Dear Reader,\rI was gratefully reminded by a good friend that i had once upon time said that my dream wedding would be at the Westin St Francis. \r\rMy fiance and I took a tour of the Borgia room and St Francis Suite and decided it was the perfect venue for our wedding. My wedding day was magical.\r\rThe Borgia room is stunning with the grand fireplace which was beautifully decorated by our florist. Our 100 guests filled the room well.\r\rOur cocktail reception and dinner was held in the St Francis Suite; we could not of asked for a more splendid location. The suite has views overlooking Union Square, old wood paneling, a library with a fireplace for example. Each of the four rooms uniquely served a function the entire evening. \r\rOur wedding planning expericence with the wedding specialist, Robin, was fantastic. Robin paid attention to detail and had a friendly & professional demeanor.\r\rTo our gratitude there was a designated wedding coordinator from the hotel on the day of the wedding who ensured everything moved smoothly.\r\rSome of our guests commented that the wedding ran extremely smoothly and that I was smiling during the whole event.\r\rThe wedding planning crew at the Westin St Francis made me feel and treated me like a princess on the day of my wedding. \r\r
Reviewed on 25-09-2012
Michelle Spring (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-08-2012
We had our wedding at the St Francis on August 10, 2012. We were more than pleased with all of the aspects of our wedding : venue, staff, catering, serving staff, bartender, cake vendor - everything was above and beyond our expectations!\rRobin Lewis was our contact person up until the wedding and she had a prior engagement for our particular wedding date - but she made sure it was seamless in her absence. Bill Hedgepeth, her replacement could not have been any more helpful, as was Julie and all of the staff.\rI would recommend it ti anyone considering a Hotel wedding in San Francisco.
Reviewed on 25-09-2012
Wedding Date 10-08-2012
We had our wedding at the St Francis on August 10, 2012. We were more than pleased with all of the aspects of our wedding : venue, staff, catering, serving staff, bartender, cake vendor - everything was above and beyond our expectations!\rRobin Lewis was our contact person up until the wedding and she had a prior engagement for our particular wedding date - but she made sure it was seamless in her absence. Bill Hedgepeth, her replacement could not have been any more helpful, as was Julie and all of the staff.\rI would recommend it ti anyone considering a Hotel wedding in San Francisco.
Reviewed on 25-09-2012
Jillian Silva (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-08-2012
Words cannot describe how wonderful our wedding was at the Westn St. Francis. We never thought in a million years that we would be able to afford such a luxurious and gorgeous venue for our wedding, especially after Robin, our catering manager, showed us Victor's Palace. It was the only place both my husband and I actually agreed upon and loved. To our delight and surprise, our Sunday afternoon wedding was well within our budget and we finally felt relieved that we could have our wedding in one of the most elegant places in San Francisco. Robin went above and beyond and she was there always willing to help and guide us through the entire process. She was always available to anwser your questions or address your concerns. Every detail was carefully planned out and perfectly executed. Our ceremony was held in the Borgia Room, the only San Francisco hotel with a historic chapel room, which was ideal and intimate for our small guest lsit. We then had our reception in Victor's and we had a beautiful and gorgeous sunny day in August, which made the view from the 32nd floor even more breathtaking and absolutely wowed every guest with the amazing and spectacular views of the city. The food was great and all of my guests loved our first course, the tomato soup. But I think the best part of the food was our wedding cake! It was absolutely beautiful and every guest could not stop commenting on it. The reception was wonderful,fun, and excititing. I do not think there was a point when not one of my guests were not dancing or having fun. Our wedding was very special to us since we live in San Francisco and have loved the Westin St. Francisc for many years as we continuous visit this hotel all the time. I would highly recommend this venue for your wedding as the experience was great and we as well as our guests will never forget our wedding!
Reviewed on 24-09-2012
Wedding Date 12-08-2012
Words cannot describe how wonderful our wedding was at the Westn St. Francis. We never thought in a million years that we would be able to afford such a luxurious and gorgeous venue for our wedding, especially after Robin, our catering manager, showed us Victor's Palace. It was the only place both my husband and I actually agreed upon and loved. To our delight and surprise, our Sunday afternoon wedding was well within our budget and we finally felt relieved that we could have our wedding in one of the most elegant places in San Francisco. Robin went above and beyond and she was there always willing to help and guide us through the entire process. She was always available to anwser your questions or address your concerns. Every detail was carefully planned out and perfectly executed. Our ceremony was held in the Borgia Room, the only San Francisco hotel with a historic chapel room, which was ideal and intimate for our small guest lsit. We then had our reception in Victor's and we had a beautiful and gorgeous sunny day in August, which made the view from the 32nd floor even more breathtaking and absolutely wowed every guest with the amazing and spectacular views of the city. The food was great and all of my guests loved our first course, the tomato soup. But I think the best part of the food was our wedding cake! It was absolutely beautiful and every guest could not stop commenting on it. The reception was wonderful,fun, and excititing. I do not think there was a point when not one of my guests were not dancing or having fun. Our wedding was very special to us since we live in San Francisco and have loved the Westin St. Francisc for many years as we continuous visit this hotel all the time. I would highly recommend this venue for your wedding as the experience was great and we as well as our guests will never forget our wedding!
Reviewed on 24-09-2012
Sasha Zaliznyak (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 25-08-2012
The Westin St. Francis in Union Square was the hotel my husband and I chose to celebrate our wedding day. Both the ceremony and reception were held on the 32nd floor (top floor of the hotel) and it was truly and amazing wedding and experience! Robin Lewis was our wedding specialist at the hotel and was easy to work with and so organized. Having you run the show backstage was such a blessing. The staff was very professional and accommodating and if I could do it all over again I wouldn't change a single thing and would have my wedding at The Westin St. Francis all over again!
Reviewed on 21-09-2012
Wedding Date 25-08-2012
The Westin St. Francis in Union Square was the hotel my husband and I chose to celebrate our wedding day. Both the ceremony and reception were held on the 32nd floor (top floor of the hotel) and it was truly and amazing wedding and experience! Robin Lewis was our wedding specialist at the hotel and was easy to work with and so organized. Having you run the show backstage was such a blessing. The staff was very professional and accommodating and if I could do it all over again I wouldn't change a single thing and would have my wedding at The Westin St. Francis all over again!
Reviewed on 21-09-2012
sandy lee (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-06-2012
Having our wedding at the St. Francis was a dream come true! It is in the heart of San Francisco, and the hotel is full of history. Our wedding coordinator Robin is excellent. She is super nice, professional, and detail-oriented - a MUST trait in the wedding industry. Thanks to her, our wedding day was absolutely one of the most memorable days of our lives and we couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else.
Reviewed on 20-09-2012
Wedding Date 30-06-2012
Having our wedding at the St. Francis was a dream come true! It is in the heart of San Francisco, and the hotel is full of history. Our wedding coordinator Robin is excellent. She is super nice, professional, and detail-oriented - a MUST trait in the wedding industry. Thanks to her, our wedding day was absolutely one of the most memorable days of our lives and we couldn't imagine having our wedding anywhere else.
Reviewed on 20-09-2012
Carly Crooker (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-08-2012
I cannot imagine a more perfect wedding venue than The Westin St. Francis Hotel in Union Square. My husband and I searched for months at different hotel, winery, and other types of spaces throughout the bay area, and after stepping foot in Alexandra's ballroom on the 32nd floor, we knew we had found our venue. More than just the space, the Westin's team of Robin Lewis, Bill Hedgepeth, and Julie our banquet captain for the night, made our experience flawless from start to finish. The food was amazing, the service was outstanding, and all of our friends and family raved that this was the most incredible wedding. Robin did an excellent job coordinating all the details so we felt totally confident that everything would run smoothly. They exceeded our expectations, and we highly recommend The Westin and their outstanding team.
Reviewed on 19-09-2012
Wedding Date 11-08-2012
I cannot imagine a more perfect wedding venue than The Westin St. Francis Hotel in Union Square. My husband and I searched for months at different hotel, winery, and other types of spaces throughout the bay area, and after stepping foot in Alexandra's ballroom on the 32nd floor, we knew we had found our venue. More than just the space, the Westin's team of Robin Lewis, Bill Hedgepeth, and Julie our banquet captain for the night, made our experience flawless from start to finish. The food was amazing, the service was outstanding, and all of our friends and family raved that this was the most incredible wedding. Robin did an excellent job coordinating all the details so we felt totally confident that everything would run smoothly. They exceeded our expectations, and we highly recommend The Westin and their outstanding team.
Reviewed on 19-09-2012
Angela Dente (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-03-2012
The moment we walked out of the elevator onto the 32nd floor of the Westin St. Francis, we both knew this was the venue for our wedding day! The views of the city from Victor's and Alexandra's are so incredible with floor to ceiling windows and the ballroom is absolutely beatiful. Once we walked the space, we realized how perfect it would be for our ceremony and reception. Our original wedding coordinator was in the process of re-locating out of state half way through our planning when Robin Lewis was assigned to us. The entire transition was so easy due to Robin's expertise. She took the time to make sure she knew what we wanted without us feeling like we had to start all over. She really made our day flawless! Our guests were completely in awe of the entire event, from the location, views, service, to the food. We were so happy with our venue and all the wonderful service we received! Our wedding day was so smooth thanks to Robin and her staff. We are so happy we chose the St. Francis for our wedding, we had such a wonderful experience and our pictures are so amazing from all the gorgeous space the Westin has to offer!\r
Reviewed on 18-09-2012
Wedding Date 23-03-2012
The moment we walked out of the elevator onto the 32nd floor of the Westin St. Francis, we both knew this was the venue for our wedding day! The views of the city from Victor's and Alexandra's are so incredible with floor to ceiling windows and the ballroom is absolutely beatiful. Once we walked the space, we realized how perfect it would be for our ceremony and reception. Our original wedding coordinator was in the process of re-locating out of state half way through our planning when Robin Lewis was assigned to us. The entire transition was so easy due to Robin's expertise. She took the time to make sure she knew what we wanted without us feeling like we had to start all over. She really made our day flawless! Our guests were completely in awe of the entire event, from the location, views, service, to the food. We were so happy with our venue and all the wonderful service we received! Our wedding day was so smooth thanks to Robin and her staff. We are so happy we chose the St. Francis for our wedding, we had such a wonderful experience and our pictures are so amazing from all the gorgeous space the Westin has to offer!\r
Reviewed on 18-09-2012
lindsay lew (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-04-2012
The Westin St. Francis was the first and only venue we visited in the search for our wedding venue. The views from the Imperial Floor's floor to ceiling windows are stunning and allow you to really incorporate the beauty of the city in your wedding. \r\rOur Catering Manager, Robin was a gem and made the entire process from start to finish so easy. She is unbelievably thorough and took care of every last detail so that we didn't need to worry about anything. I really can't say enough about Robin, she is a life saver!\r\rThe Westin's Executive Chef and Pastry Chef are incredible!! All the food we sampled at our tasting was delicious and deciding what to serve on the big day was a challenge. We had many guests rave about the food, saying that they felt they were at a fine dining restaurant rather than a wedding. The Pastry Chef created a dessert bar for us with a variety of bite sized desserts, all of which looked like a mini piece of art. \r\rYes, the Westin is a splurge, but 100% worth it. We cannot imagine having held our wedding anywhere else.
Reviewed on 13-09-2012
Wedding Date 21-04-2012
The Westin St. Francis was the first and only venue we visited in the search for our wedding venue. The views from the Imperial Floor's floor to ceiling windows are stunning and allow you to really incorporate the beauty of the city in your wedding. \r\rOur Catering Manager, Robin was a gem and made the entire process from start to finish so easy. She is unbelievably thorough and took care of every last detail so that we didn't need to worry about anything. I really can't say enough about Robin, she is a life saver!\r\rThe Westin's Executive Chef and Pastry Chef are incredible!! All the food we sampled at our tasting was delicious and deciding what to serve on the big day was a challenge. We had many guests rave about the food, saying that they felt they were at a fine dining restaurant rather than a wedding. The Pastry Chef created a dessert bar for us with a variety of bite sized desserts, all of which looked like a mini piece of art. \r\rYes, the Westin is a splurge, but 100% worth it. We cannot imagine having held our wedding anywhere else.
Reviewed on 13-09-2012
Cate Jensen (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-05-2012
We were in Alexandra's ballroom for both ceremony and reception, with a cocktail hour downstairs while they flipped it. It was BEAUTIFUL, plus the entire event ran very smoothly. What more do you want? \rIt wasn't inexpensive, but we were able to negotiate pricing a little, despite it being corporate Starwood. (Oh yeah, lots of Starwood points!) We made sure to get everything that we wanted into our initial contract, which was extremely helpful and I'd recommend to anyone, here or at any venue. (This included specialty appetizer stations, the bridal suite for the night before the wedding for bridesmaids, music until midnight, etc.) We had 3 wedding coordinator contacts over our 1.5 yr engagement which could have been better, but despite having to go through details a few extra times, all went according to plan. The food is *delicious*, not like a lot of dry bland hotel food. As an extra bonus, our cake from Elegant Cheese Cakes ($$$$) was a part of the deal and the most unbelievably tasty cake I've ever had. Yes, it's a big hotel and there were other events going on the same night, but we never noticed, not even the other one on the same floor. We were having too much fun!
Reviewed on 14-06-2012
Wedding Date 19-05-2012
We were in Alexandra's ballroom for both ceremony and reception, with a cocktail hour downstairs while they flipped it. It was BEAUTIFUL, plus the entire event ran very smoothly. What more do you want? \rIt wasn't inexpensive, but we were able to negotiate pricing a little, despite it being corporate Starwood. (Oh yeah, lots of Starwood points!) We made sure to get everything that we wanted into our initial contract, which was extremely helpful and I'd recommend to anyone, here or at any venue. (This included specialty appetizer stations, the bridal suite for the night before the wedding for bridesmaids, music until midnight, etc.) We had 3 wedding coordinator contacts over our 1.5 yr engagement which could have been better, but despite having to go through details a few extra times, all went according to plan. The food is *delicious*, not like a lot of dry bland hotel food. As an extra bonus, our cake from Elegant Cheese Cakes ($$$$) was a part of the deal and the most unbelievably tasty cake I've ever had. Yes, it's a big hotel and there were other events going on the same night, but we never noticed, not even the other one on the same floor. We were having too much fun!
Reviewed on 14-06-2012
WEILING LIU (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-09-2009
The Westin St. Francis is GORGEOUS?!?! There were wall to wall windows that look over San Francisco. It's in the center of Union Square so guests can do last minute shopping or shopping of any kind around Union Square. Gorgeous picture moments. The wedding coordinator at Westin, Natasha, was the most easy going and collaborative person. She was very thorough and detail oriented so I didn't have to do anything the day of the wedding. The food was super duper YUMMY! The food the day of was exactly the quality we got during our tasting which was flawless!! We were on the 23rd floor in the Alexandra's Ballroom and Victor's Palace. The staff was courteous and attentive. Very private and secluded as there is an elevator attendant that prevents wedding crashers. Ladies, if Westin is available on your proposed wedding date, GO FOR IT!!!!!! You won't regret it!?!?
Reviewed on 26-05-2010
Wedding Date 26-09-2009
The Westin St. Francis is GORGEOUS?!?! There were wall to wall windows that look over San Francisco. It's in the center of Union Square so guests can do last minute shopping or shopping of any kind around Union Square. Gorgeous picture moments. The wedding coordinator at Westin, Natasha, was the most easy going and collaborative person. She was very thorough and detail oriented so I didn't have to do anything the day of the wedding. The food was super duper YUMMY! The food the day of was exactly the quality we got during our tasting which was flawless!! We were on the 23rd floor in the Alexandra's Ballroom and Victor's Palace. The staff was courteous and attentive. Very private and secluded as there is an elevator attendant that prevents wedding crashers. Ladies, if Westin is available on your proposed wedding date, GO FOR IT!!!!!! You won't regret it!?!?
Reviewed on 26-05-2010
Raquel Camassa (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-09-2005
The Westin St. Francis comes with a coordinator for the wedding during the entire process. Duncan Reyes is actually the Catering Manager, but is in charge of the weddings there and is a GEM. He was incredible and made sure that I didn't have to worry about a single thing. I worked very close with him for months from NYC to SF and he was a dream. He even sent champagne and chocolate covered strawberries to our room to greet us after the reception. He is simply the best!!
Reviewed on 10-05-2010
Wedding Date 10-09-2005
The Westin St. Francis comes with a coordinator for the wedding during the entire process. Duncan Reyes is actually the Catering Manager, but is in charge of the weddings there and is a GEM. He was incredible and made sure that I didn't have to worry about a single thing. I worked very close with him for months from NYC to SF and he was a dream. He even sent champagne and chocolate covered strawberries to our room to greet us after the reception. He is simply the best!!
Reviewed on 10-05-2010
ELIZABETH LIM (bride) 3 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 31-05-2008
The spectacular view from the Alexandra Ballroom.;DON'T LET THE VIEW FULL YOU. The Westin St. Francis had a spectacular view from the Alexandra's Ballroom. However many things were left undelivered on the day of examples: -Received just a basic/traditional room on our honeymoon night -Part of the coat check service ($400) was for coat check attendant to help bring our wedding gifts to the room. That didn't happen instead we had to do it. -Two out of the five tier cakes were uncut and the guests only got 1/3 of a standard slice -Cakes & drinks were cleared while the guests were on the dance floor -Menus were not placed for the guests. The catering manager states 'He forgot'. -There were no plates or utensils at the time of cake cutting. -In the end there was a balance of $270 for the bartender overtime. The catering manager placed the charge on credit card without my authorization. Overall terrible service.
Reviewed on 09-09-2008
Wedding Date 31-05-2008
The spectacular view from the Alexandra Ballroom.;DON'T LET THE VIEW FULL YOU. The Westin St. Francis had a spectacular view from the Alexandra's Ballroom. However many things were left undelivered on the day of examples: -Received just a basic/traditional room on our honeymoon night -Part of the coat check service ($400) was for coat check attendant to help bring our wedding gifts to the room. That didn't happen instead we had to do it. -Two out of the five tier cakes were uncut and the guests only got 1/3 of a standard slice -Cakes & drinks were cleared while the guests were on the dance floor -Menus were not placed for the guests. The catering manager states 'He forgot'. -There were no plates or utensils at the time of cake cutting. -In the end there was a balance of $270 for the bartender overtime. The catering manager placed the charge on credit card without my authorization. Overall terrible service.
Reviewed on 09-09-2008
Natalie Villanueva-Sheridan (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-06-2006
top notch service, gorgeous 360 views of the city, elegant venue, 5 star food
Reviewed on 06-10-2007
77 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.95 out of 5.0Wedding Date 03-06-2006
top notch service, gorgeous 360 views of the city, elegant venue, 5 star food
Reviewed on 06-10-2007
Contact Info for The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
| Contact | Value |
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| https://www.facebook.com/westinsf | |
| X (Twitter) | westinstfr |
| The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square | |
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| Website | www.westinstfrancis.com |
| Phone | (415) 725-1451 |
| Address | 335 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94556 |
| Naseem.Sharif@westin.com |
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