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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

50 Third Street, San Francisco, CA, USA, 94103
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A DISTINCTIVE SAN FRANCISCO MEETING EXPERIENCE At Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA, your attendees are immersed in the city’s most inspiring neighborhood. As the anchor of San Francisco’s vibrant arts district, our hotel is designed for groups who want more than just a meeting space—they want a dynamic, enriching experience. With curated ambience, skyline views, and a team who knows the city inside and out, we help planners deliver meetings that are both seamless and unforgettable. ________________________________________ CENTRAL & CONNECTED – IN THE HEART OF SOMA Our location gives planners the best of San Francisco at their doorstep. Just steps from world-class museums, cutting-edge galleries, and cultural landmarks, the hotel sits in a district that thrives on creativity and innovation. Forget the postcards of cable cars and piers—this is the San Francisco of bold ideas, rising talent, and artistic energy. Attendees can spend a break exploring the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art or discovering emerging artists in local studios, all within walking distance. ________________________________________ SOMA – WHERE INNOVATION MEETS INSPIRATION South of Market (SoMa) has always been the city’s hub for progress and reinvention. Once an industrial neighborhood, its wide-open spaces became incubators for both the tech boom and the arts. Today, it’s one of the most dynamic areas for planners seeking a walkable district filled with dining, entertainment, and authentic cultural experiences. From fine dining and artisan cafés to parks, films, and nightlife, SoMa delivers an experience that keeps attendees energized beyond the meeting room. ________________________________________ LA SOCIÉTÉ BAR & CAFÉ Elevate your group dining with La Société, our signature brasserie. Blending French classics with California’s seasonal bounty, La Société provides the perfect setting for private dinners, networking receptions, or casual meals between sessions. Pair exceptional cuisine with a thoughtfully curated wine list and craft cocktails, all served with the warm hospitality of a neighborhood favorite. Explore more at lasocietecafe.com ________________________________________

Venue Details

ChainHyatt Hotels
BrandHyatt RegencyHighgate
Built1984
Renovated2022
Total meeting space23,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms686
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Forbes Travel Guide
AAA
Northstar

Awards

Cvent awards
Industry awards
2024 CVENT Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America 2023 CVENT Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America 2022 Best Renovation of 2022 - Full-Service Hyatt Brands

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box

Facilities

  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (1)

Sustainability Certifications
Green Key Global Eco-Rating
Sustainability level: 4 Green Keys

Certification body:Green Key Global

Issued: 7/2/2024 Expires: 7/2/2027

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Oct 18, 2026 - Nov 16, 2026
Nov 20, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026
Dec 13, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
Jan 15, 2027 - Jan 30, 2027
Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 27, 2027
Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 17, 2027
Mar 23, 2027 - Apr 3, 2027
Apr 10, 2027 - May 12, 2027
May 18, 2027 - May 24, 2027
May 29, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027
Jun 11, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027
Jun 25, 2027 - Sep 18, 2027

Seasonal Availability

Match your event dates with this hotel’s availability. Low seasons tend to have better availability.
High season
Sep 01 - Oct 31Jan 01 - May 31
Shoulder season
Low season
Jun 01 - Aug 31Nov 01 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
23,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
9,040 sq. ft.
Space (private)
23,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
16
Second largest room
6,320 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
4,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
5,000 sq. ft.

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
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Gallery Ballroom
9,040 sq. ft.
80 x 114 sq. ft.
16 ft.
1042
225
760
1042
640
194
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Gallery III
3,280 sq. ft.
80 x 41 sq. ft.
16 ft.
216
60
216
216
216
60
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Gallery II
3,040 sq. ft.
80 x 38 sq. ft.
16 ft.
360
60
260
360
225
60
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Gallery I
2,720 sq. ft.
80 x 34 sq. ft.
16 ft.
300
50
200
300
165
60
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Gallery II+III
6,320 sq. ft.
80 x 79 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
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Gallery I+II
5,760 sq. ft.
80 x 72 sq. ft.
16 ft.------
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2nd Floor Prefunction Foyer
2,000 sq. ft.
-
10 ft.------
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Salon 2
897 sq. ft.
39 x 23 sq. ft.
10 ft.
61
34
60
61
50
40
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Salon 1
893 sq. ft.
47 x 19 sq. ft.
10 ft.
57
30
50
57
40
30

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
686
Single (1 bed)
449
Double (2 beds)
215
Suites
22
Tax rate
8.625%
Occupancy rate
17.695%

Location

Getting Here

From San Francisco International Airport (SFO) – Approx. 14 miles / 20–30 minutes Take US-101 North toward San Francisco. Continue on US-101 North and follow signs for Interstate 80/Bay Bridge. Keep right to take the I-80 East / Bay Bridge exit toward Oakland. Take Exit 2 – Fourth Street. Continue straight onto Bryant Street. Turn left onto 3rd Street. The hotel will be on your right at 50 3rd Street. ------------------------------------------------------------------- From Oakland International Airport (OAK) – Approx. 20 miles / 30–40 minutes Take I-880 North toward Downtown Oakland. Follow signs for I-80 West / San Francisco and merge onto the Bay Bridge. After crossing the bridge, take Exit 2C – Fremont Street. Continue straight onto Fremont Street. Turn left onto Howard Street. Turn right onto 3rd Street. The hotel will be on your left at 50 3rd Street.
Distance from airport 12.8 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $79.00/day )

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A SOPHISTICATED SAN FRANCISCO MEETING DESTINATION Fresh from a $70 million transformation, Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA blends sophisticated style with the sweeping city views that have made our 36-story tower an icon. For planners, the reimagined spaces offer a polished yet energizing backdrop where meetings feel inspired and memorable. Every detail—from curated scents to contemporary art installations—creates a refined atmosphere that elevates conferences, board meetings, and incentive programs alike. A HOTEL DESIGNED TO INSPIRE ATTENDEES Our renovation was not just about aesthetics—it was about creating spaces that stimulate creativity and connection. Attendees will immediately feel the energy of San Francisco reflected in our interiors, design, and dynamic setting. This cultivated environment sets the tone for productive sessions during the day and engaging social moments after hours. ART AS AN EXPERIENCE The hotel’s signature Arts Activation program transforms public and meeting spaces into vibrant canvases. Through partnerships with local galleries and cultural institutions, we integrate progressive, thought-provoking art into every corner of the hotel. For groups, this creates an ever-changing, inspiring backdrop for networking receptions, breakout discussions, or simply sparking creativity during downtime. With rotating exhibits, live artist events, and interactive elements, art here becomes more than décor—it becomes a shared attendee experience. A TEAM THAT UNLOCKS THE DESTINATION Our people are the difference. Known for their warm hospitality and can-do spirit, our team goes beyond service—they act as local guides, connecting planners and attendees to the best of San Francisco. Whether it’s securing a last-minute group reservation at a trending restaurant, or suggesting unique cultural activities within walking distance, our team ensures meetings run seamlessly while attendees feel fully immersed in the city.

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Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hyatt.com/WorldOfCare
Does Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
https://about.hyatt.com/content/dam/hyatt/woc/DEIReport.pdf

Health and Safety

Were practices at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, GBAC STAR Accreditation (Global Biorisk Advisory Council)
Does Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, All public areas are disinfected at least every two hours. Grequently touched surfaces are sanitized on an ongoing basis depending upon frequency of use.
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