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Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026November 2026 edition
AI Hotel Landscape
How leading AI assistants recommend hotels: 616 prompts across 56 destinations, a monthly edition checked before it is published.
Data is directional. Some prompts retry due to upstream variance, so absolute counts can shift ±5% between editions.
The Marker Union Square San Francisco
How 6 AI assistants recommend this property. Week of November 2, 2026. Tracked for 18 weeks.
Latest edition
3
mentions across 6 AIs
Peak
8
best week
Mentioning AIs
2/6
latest edition
Total links
61
all time
Location
501 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102
PROMPTS
Where this hotel showed up
Each prompt below resolved to The Marker Union Square San Francisco at least once. The "reason" is the AI's own one-line explanation when it returned the hotel in structured form.
“best hotels in Union Square, San Francisco”San Francisco, US6 of 6 AIs16 weeks24 quotes
“best hotels in Union Square, San Francisco”
San Francisco, US6 of 6 AIs16 weeks24 quotes
ChatGPT · 11-02
“Stylish boutique hotel in a beautiful historic building with easy access to restaurants and shopping.”
Google AI Mode · 10-19
“A vibrant boutique choice blending Beaux-Arts history with prime proximity to Union Square and the theater district.”
ChatGPT · 10-19
“Delivers a characterful boutique hotel with distinctive design close to the Union Square theater district.”
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“A refined boutique property blending vibrant Beaux-Arts architecture with a cozy theater district location just steps from the square.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“Offers stylish, characterful rooms and a good balance of design, comfort, location, and value near Union Square.”
Copilot · 10-05
“Elegant boutique hotel with vibrant design and an acclaimed Italian restaurant.”
“boutique hotels in Union Square, San Francisco”San Francisco, US6 of 6 AIs26 weeks86 quotes
“boutique hotels in Union Square, San Francisco”
San Francisco, US6 of 6 AIs26 weeks86 quotes
Google AI Mode · 11-02
“This refined historic Beaux-Arts boutique hotel offers vibrant, sophisticated rooms steps away from Union Square.”
ChatGPT · 11-02
“Beaux-Arts boutique hotel with a dramatic lobby, fireplaces, and sophisticated atmosphere near Union Square.”
Gemini · 11-02
“A stunning historic Beaux-Arts boutique hotel offering colorful, inspired design in San Francisco's Theater District near Union Square.”
ChatGPT · 10-19
“A historic building with colorful, eclectic interiors and a lively restaurant, combining boutique character with full-service amenities.”
ChatGPT · 10-12
“A historic Beaux-Arts building with dramatic interiors that combines style with a convenient Union Square location.”
Google AI Mode · 10-12
“This refined historic boutique hotel features vibrant Beaux-Arts charm right in the heart of Union Square.”
“best hotels in San Francisco for business travelers”San Francisco, US5 of 6 AIs8 weeks10 quotes
“best hotels in San Francisco for business travelers”
San Francisco, US5 of 6 AIs8 weeks10 quotes
Google AI Mode · 10-19
“Provides ergonomic workspaces, central accessibility, and comfortable boutique styling suited for professionals on the go.”
Google AI Mode · 09-21
“This hotel matches the request by offering dedicated business center services and convenient access to convention hubs like the Moscone Center.”
Perplexity · 08-17
“Boutique option with sophisticated meeting spaces and central Union Square access.”
Gemini · 06-22
“This Union Square boutique hotel simplifies business travel with dedicated corporate transport credits, complimentary premium Wi-Fi, and flexible, tech-ready meeting layouts.”
Perplexity · 06-15
“Its central Union Square location is convenient for meetings, dining, and transit, with business-travel-focused positioning.”
ChatGPT · 06-01
“Boutique option with convenient Union Square access and comfortable spaces for business travelers.”
“best hotels in San Francisco for solo travelers”San Francisco, US4 of 6 AIs7 weeks9 quotes
“best hotels in San Francisco for solo travelers”
San Francisco, US4 of 6 AIs7 weeks9 quotes
Copilot · 07-13
“Boutique hotel with vibrant design and social-friendly common areas perfect for meeting other travelers.”
Google AI Mode · 07-13
“Offers a boutique experience with a high-end feel in the heart of the theater district, providing a safe and sophisticated environment.”
Copilot · 06-22
“Boutique hotel with vibrant decor and a welcoming atmosphere for solo travelers.”
Copilot · 06-15
“Boutique hotel with vibrant design and a welcoming atmosphere that suits independent travelers.”
ChatGPT · 06-01
“Stylish boutique hotel with social spaces and easy access to downtown attractions.”
Copilot · 05-18
“Boutique hotel with social spaces and walkability perfect for solo exploration.”
“best hotels in San Francisco for couples”San Francisco, US2 of 6 AIs3 weeks4 quotes
“best hotels in San Francisco for couples”
San Francisco, US2 of 6 AIs3 weeks4 quotes
Google AI Mode · 06-01
“This property features a stunning, vibrant reception area and a relaxing atmosphere centrally situated in downtown Union Square near top dining and theater options.”
Grok · 05-18
“Top-rated romantic hotel for couples with elegant boutique charm, prime Union Square location for easy access to dining and attractions.”
Grok · 05-04
“Stylish boutique hotel near Union Square with vibrant decor and central location, great for couples who enjoy theater, dining, and city energy.”
Grok · 05-04
“Stylish boutique hotel near Union Square with vibrant decor and central location, great for couples who enjoy theater, dining, and city energy.”
“hotels in San Francisco with rooftop pool”San Francisco, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
“hotels in San Francisco with rooftop pool”
San Francisco, US1 of 6 AIs1 week1 quote
Google AI Mode · 06-08
“This downtown hotel offers a unique outdoor pool and sun terrace, perfect for lounging.”
“best hotels in San Francisco”San Francisco, US1 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
“best hotels in San Francisco”
San Francisco, US1 of 6 AIs2 weeks2 quotes
ChatGPT · 05-18
“Stylish and comfortable mid-range option near Union Square.”
ChatGPT · 05-11
“Vibrant, colorful hotel with quirky décor and lively bar.”
PER-AI MENTIONS
Mentions per AI assistant, by edition
One line per AI. Each point is the number of times the assistant named this property across the 11 prompt templates for its city, that week.
ChatGPTGeminiPerplexityGrokCopilotGoogle AI Mode
Weekly until 19 Oct 2026, monthly from November 2026
| Week | ChatGPT | Gemini | Perplexity | Grok | Copilot | Google AI Mode | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2026 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 3 |
| October 19, 2026 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 4 |
| October 12, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| October 5, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 |
| September 21, 2026 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 |
| September 14, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | 2 |
| August 17, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| July 27, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | 2 |
| July 13, 2026 | — | — | — | — | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| June 22, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | 2 | — | 4 |
| June 15, 2026 | — | — | 2 | — | 2 | — | 4 |
| June 8, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| June 1, 2026 | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 5 |
| May 25, 2026 | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | 2 |
| May 18, 2026 | — | 2 | — | 3 | 2 | — | 7 |
| May 11, 2026 | — | — | — | 3 | — | 3 | 6 |
| May 4, 2026 | — | — | — | 7 | 1 | — | 8 |
| April 27, 2026 | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | 2 |
LINK MIX
Where AIs send users for this hotel
When the AI links the hotel, where does it point — the hotel's own site (direct), an OTA like Booking.com, a chain page like Marriott.com, or something else?
All time (61 links)
Direct 90%OTA 3%Google Travel 2%Other 5%
Week-by-week
November 2, 20262 links / 3 mentions
October 19, 20264 links / 4 mentions
October 12, 20262 links / 2 mentions
October 5, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 21, 20262 links / 2 mentions
September 14, 20262 links / 2 mentions
August 17, 20262 links / 2 mentions
July 27, 20261 links / 2 mentions
July 13, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 22, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 15, 20264 links / 4 mentions
June 8, 20262 links / 2 mentions
June 1, 20265 links / 5 mentions
May 25, 20262 links / 2 mentions
May 18, 20267 links / 7 mentions
May 11, 20266 links / 6 mentions
May 4, 20268 links / 8 mentions
April 27, 20262 links / 2 mentions
Direct (own site + chain page) OTA Other