Union Hotel - Hotel in Benicia - 401 1st St, USA

We had the delightful experience of staying at the Union Hotel in Downtown Benicia. However a disclaimer: we do seek out 'Historical Hotels' and for us this one was a classic. Modernized some years ago but still retains an 'Old Feeling' of something special. Great location (heart of downtown / shops and restaurants / bars). Rooms were large and nicely appointed. Clean baths and linen. Very nice adjoining bar and restaurant.||This place may not be for everyone, don't expect a lot of the amenities of the large corporate chains (concierge or bell captain service, a pool or underground parking). The hotel is privately owned and locally managed & staffed with everyone being friendly, courteous, helpful and great tour guides. ||If you are looking for that classic historical hotel that is so prevalent in our California small towns - this is a wonderful find! Looking forward to our next visit.

I attended a memorial service here and it was lovely. The hotel is very quaint, old, but charming. I did not stay at the hotel overnight. The food they provided was very good; salmon, chicken, mashed potatoes, and veggies. It was buffet style. The staff were friendly and the outside patio area was very nice. There was sidewalk sitting as well as an old style saloon bar area and there was a good amount of business. The other items I saw being served looked good. The location is great, near the water and lots of cute shops. I would certainly consider staying here some time.

I love this place! We needed a dog friendly place and didn’t want a chain. This hotel is adorable great location and friendly staff. I’m not fussy and prefer to stay in a place with character and history vs a generic chain. The area and hotel gave John Steinbeck East of Eden vibes.

This is an historic building and in a delightful location. The wall paper and details through out are lovely. However, it is not a B&B! Breakfast consisted of weak coffee, store bought nutrition bars, tangerines, one sweet yogurt and some kids cereal. We enjoyed the locale but our room was a little disappointing. We had only tepid water with low pressure in shower and spa bath did not work. Bathroom also very dark. There is also only street parking so may have to park some distance from hotel if you arrive midafternoon.

Check in was very smooth. We checked in after hours and never had a problem. The staff was great to work with. Rooms are very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was adequate. Would definitely return!

We have stayed at The Union Hotel multiple times over the last nine years. Each time it has been a little more run down with fewer breakfast items and amenities. This stay was our last. We actually checked out and then found another inn to stay in. The receptionist was never there when the sign on the door said it was open at 7;00. She would not arrive until 7:30 or later. The breakfast food was abysmal. This hotel used to be quaint and lovely but it has not been kept up and we can no longer stay there or recommend it.

Very cool place. Love the character and detail in my room.

I was there for baby shower side room. Food was excellent and service great.