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Embrace Real Estate and 1823 Partners acquire Ghirardelli Square from Jamestown in partnership with Continuum Partners

Acquisition Hospitality announced United States Apr 27, 2026

Embrace Real Estate and its affiliate 1823 Partners completed the acquisition of Ghirardelli Square, a historic 12-building mixed-use waterfront property in San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf district, from Jamestown for an undisclosed sum. The 164,000-square-foot landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, includes the Ghirardelli Chocolate Co.’s flagship store, restaurants, retailers, a Fairmont Heritage Place hotel, and the iconic 19-foot illuminated Ghirardelli sign. The new ownership group, led by Embrace Real Estate and Continuum Partners, will oversee the property’s business plan, leasing, and day-to-day operations, focusing on elevating merchandising and introducing best-in-class tenants. Ghirardelli Square, which attracts nearly 9 million visitors annually, is positioned as a premier destination under the new stewardship, with plans to enhance community relevance and long-term value. The transaction marks a generational transfer of one of the country’s most recognized mixed-use destinations, with Jamestown having previously restored the property and increased occupancy from 55% to 100% during its decade-long ownership.

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Apr 27, 2026
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