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Property Details
- Property Type Retail
- Date Updated Oct 6, 2026
Originally established in 1908, The Barnes Hotel is a celebrated historic property offering a sophisticated urban escape. Guests are immersed in the energy of San Francisco, with the iconic Powell Street Cable Car stopping just outside the entrance and many of the city’s most popular destinations—Union Square, The Embarcadero, Chinatown, Moscone Convention Center, and the Museum of Modern Art—within easy walking distance.
Located at Powell and O’Farrell, The Barnes Hotel sits in the heart of the Lower Powell/Union Square Retail District, one of the most renowned shopping destinations in the world. This prime, high-traffic location is surrounded by a dynamic mix of flagship retailers and well-known hotels, including Skechers, Urban Outfitters, Zara, Pop Mart, Macy’s, Handlery Union Square Hotel, Hotel Nikko, The Westin St. Francis, Hotel Abri, and Parc 55.
San Francisco’s central retail district consistently ranks among the nation’s leaders in total sales volume. At the same time, the city remains one of the most popular vacation and convention destinations in the United States. Serving a metropolitan population of approximately seven million people, San Francisco forecasts 24.02 million visitors in 2026, estimating visitor spending of $9.83 billion.
The enduring strength of the Union Square Retail District as a downtown shopping hub is driven by several key factors: a distinguished mix of highend retailers, extensive public transportation options, convenient accessibility, ample parking, a wealthy local customer base, robust tourism, a thriving
restaurant scene, and more than 7,000 hotel rooms within walking distance of The Barnes Hotel.
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Highlights
- Benefiting from the continued revitalization of Powell Street, including the planned Powell Street Improvement Project aimed at enhancing the pedestrian experience and overall streetscape
- Exceptional visibility and pedestrian traffic fueled by Union Square, tourism, nearby hotels, and the Powell Street cable car line
- Flagship opportunity on San Francisco's iconic Powell Street in the heart of Union Square
- Ideal for flagship retail, experiential concepts, and brands seeking a bold, high-profile San Francisco presence
- Surrounded by premier retailers including Zara’s new flagship, Apple, Neiman Marcus, Macy’s, Pandora, Dyson, Nintendo, Pop Mart, Urban Outfitters, Shoe Palace, Starbucks, Skechers, and Dandelion Chocolate
Getting around
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99/100
Walk Score ®
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100/100
Transit Score ®
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77/100
Bike Score ®
Location
- City San Francisco, CA
- Neighborhood Downtown District 8 - North East
- Zip Code 94102
- Market San Francisco
Points of Interest
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Taxi Stand at Macy's Union Square (along Geary St Entrance)
0.07 miles
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Taxi Stand at The Westin St. Francis on Union Square
0.07 miles
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Powell Street & Post Street
0.10 miles
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Union Square/Market Street
0.10 miles
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Taxi Stand at Hotel Nikko
0.12 miles
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Powell Street & Market Street
0.12 miles
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Ellis Street & Stockton Street
0.12 miles
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Market Street & Ellis Street
0.14 miles
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Taxi Stand at Beacon Grand
0.14 miles
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Taxi Stand at Hilton Hotel Union Square
0.15 miles
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EVgo
0.61 miles
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Chevron
0.68 miles
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Shell
0.74 miles
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Standard
0.81 miles
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Tesla Destination Charger
1.13 miles
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Electrify America
1.27 miles
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Volta HQ Charging Station
1.33 miles
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76
1.36 miles
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Arco
1.42 miles
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Rivian Waypoints
1.68 miles
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Handlery Parking
0.04 miles
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Ellis O'Farrell Garage
0.08 miles
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Union Square Garage
0.09 miles
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Mason O'Farrell Garage
0.10 miles
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Post Taylor Garage
0.17 miles
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450 Sutter parking
0.19 miles
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City Park
0.21 miles
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California Parking
0.24 miles
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Four Seasons Valet Parking Entrance
0.24 miles
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Sutter Stockton Garage
0.25 miles
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Sam's Cable Car Lounge
0.02 miles
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Hinodeya Ramen & Bar
0.03 miles
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King of Thai Noodle
0.04 miles
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Jamba
0.05 miles
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Subway
0.05 miles
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The Oak Room Restaurant
0.06 miles
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One65 Bistro & Grill
0.06 miles
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Wetzel's Pretzels
0.06 miles
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The Cheesecake Factory
0.06 miles
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O'
0.06 miles
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Macy's
0.05 miles
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Saks Fifth Avenue
0.13 miles
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Neiman Marcus
0.15 miles
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Ross
0.17 miles
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Trader Joe's
0.17 miles
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San Francisco Centre
0.21 miles
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Bloomingdale's
0.25 miles
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Target
0.29 miles
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Metreon
0.34 miles
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Crocker Galleria
0.35 miles
221 Powell St Listing Brief
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A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.
221 Powell St is located in Downtown District 8 - North East, which is home to a total of 142 listing(s). The rent for retail space at 221 Powell St is available upon request. Feel free to reach out using the contact form conveniently included on this page to find out more about what the property can offer for your business.
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The property includes 3,272 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 3,272 square feet are Retail.
For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.
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You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.
Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Downtown District 8 - North East is 42. The average household income here is $65,388 per year.
