Completion in 2009 of a $40 million transformation. Located in the heart of Union Square, The Westin St. Francis is more than a luxury hotel; it’s a time-honored landmark that’s part of San Francisco’s rich history, a site frequently visited by tourists and locals alike. With its close proximity to the Moscone Convention Center, Chinatown, and a plethora of fine dining and world-class shopping establishments, The Westin St. Francis is the accommodations facility of choice for meeting planners wanting to give their clients a full-bodied San Francisco experience.

Accommodations at The Westin St. Francis are elegantly crafted with the specific needs of business professionals in mind. The Celebrated Landmark Building combines early-20th century opulence with the modern hotel amenities, while the Tower Building features an interior palette of the most chic contemporary designs. Both wings combined feature 1,195 guests rooms that offer customized comfort. From the Westin signature Heavenly Bed® to exclusive beauty and bath products, each room and suite offers everything attendees will need to unwind after a full day of meetings or site seeing.

With its timeless and naturally elegant design, the facility is a perfect venue for professional-level corporate events. The Westin St. Francis has more than 56,000-square-feet of meeting space, including 34 distinctive rooms, all wired with the latest technology. The Grand Ballroom is the pinnacle of elegance, featuring 10,700 square-feet of open space that can accommodate 1,500 guests for a reception-style event for 1,100 for a seated function. The Imperial Floor, located on the 32nd floor of the Tower Building, features two spectacular private rooms with floor-to-ceiling French-pane windows that provide breathtaking panoramic views of San Francisco.

Guests of The Westin St. Francis enjoy a stunning selection of cuisine featured in the hotel’s three main dining locations. The renowned MICHAEL MINA Restaurant is the ultimate fine dining experience and boasts an impressive menu crafted by its eponymous James Beard-award winning chef. Visitors can enjoy traditional American cuisine amidst the comfort of refined elegance of the hotel’s historic lobby.

Adorned by an impressive collection of artwork, The Oak Room Restaurant & Lounge provides one of the city’s best atmospheres for casual dining and serves a full menu of American favorites with international flavors for breakfast, lunch and dinner; perfectly chilled cocktails or wine and light appetizers. Guests looking for a relaxing spot for a quick, refreshing meal can stop at Caruso’s to enjoy homemade pastries, Panini sandwiches and the benefits of a full bar or visit CLOCK BAR, where classic style meets delicious innovation.

Meeting planners looking for a way to bring relaxation to their attendees’ San Francisco corporate experience have the benefit of a luxury full-service spa and gym. A long day of business meetings and training seminars is easily soothed away with the spa’s enticing array of stimulating treatments and luxury products. Services include massage therapy, body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures. Spa packages are available so guests can enjoy a combination of the facility’s various services, making for a wonderfully refreshing experience.

For more information on meetings and events at The Westin St. Francis, call 415-397-7000 or visit www.westinstfrancis.com .