The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

4.0 star property
Find your inspiration in this vibrant neighborhood filled with art, music and culture just steps away from SHN Curran Theatre.

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Room (Private Apartment) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Meeting facility
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Exterior
Exterior
At the heart of San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel offers a blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Savor light fare at The Redwood Room or grab a coffee to-go from the on-site cafe, then unwind by the lobby fireplace. Guests rave about the central location and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 497
AED 728 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

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Room options

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Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 54 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Private Apartment)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
HDTV
  • 109 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Orpheum Theatre - 12 min walk
  • Asian Art Museum of San Francisco - 12 min walk
  • Moscone Convention Center - 16 min walk
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive
  • Ghirardelli Square - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 3 min drive
  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 4 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cityscape Bar and Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mason - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Redwood Room - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

Historic boutique hotel near Grace Cathedral
Located close to SHN Curran Theatre and Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Redwood Room, serves light fare. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and meeting rooms
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Coworking spaces, a porter/bellhop, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 372 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • 55-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking within 525 ft (USD 75 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–noon on weekends: USD 36.00 for adults and USD 36.00 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • The Redwood Room
  • Fredericks
  • The Living Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business center
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 34
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch HDTV
  • Digital channels
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
For guests with pets, a pet indemnity form must be filled out at the Front Desk when checking-in. An additional cleaning fee may be applied after check-out, if necessary.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 39 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 36.00 for adults and USD 36.00 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 75 per day (525 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Clift Hotel San Francisco
Clift San Francisco
San Francisco Clift Hotel
Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel San Francisco
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco pet-friendly?

Yes, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco located?

Located in Union Square, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SHN Curran Theatre and Grace Cathedral. Orpheum Theatre and Asian Art Museum of San Francisco are also within 15 minutes. Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 934 out of 1305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1305 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maya, Boston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this property - the room was surprisingly large for SF, clean, modern and well appointed. There is a cafe downstairs with fresh juice and breakfast hot. The neighborhood is close to the tenderloin, so expect lots of homeless people, but I used to live in SF so I know that. It's a convenient location however, and I loved the hotel! Note there is no valet parking, but there is a parking garage around the corner that you can negotiate unlimited in and out privileges for about 40-50/day.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anmol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we’ve stayed at! So comfortable and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Silver

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible service 😑
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice property with great staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, helpful and patient staff.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel it’s self
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammad, Douglasville

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Just ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edyta, New York

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel, very clean and quiet. Close to public transportation, Trader Joe’s, shopping. Walkable distance to many sightseeing spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/A
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpfull.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marianna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paulina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel gave me the run around and had very limited dining options. Service was not at an acceptable level.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Xiaolan, Austin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is great but you have to be able to overlook the nastiness of the surrounding area. The poor state things are in cannot be understated.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No room service available , remodel is boring and they took away the cool vibe . It looks like a Marriott Courtyard, outrageous parking fee 85.50 a night , rhe junior suite has a wall now between sitting area and it closed everything off and made bedroom area too small . Don’t think kk be booking here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel muy bueno, a dos cuadras de Union Square. Muy confortable. Lo único inconveniente es que tiene el barrio tenderloin al lado que da miedo
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Comfortable room, good location, and comfortable lobby/lounge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing against the homeless, but the area was overrun. I had to intentionally watch where I walked to avoid stepping in human feces on my way back from the conference hotel....
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Good location. Rooms are smaller than the pictures. But comfortable and conveniently located near restaurants and bars. Wonderful amazing staff from the valet, bellman, front desk and housekeeping. Everyone treated us like royalty. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Severine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. Nothing negative to say! The staff was always available, the room was very clean, the bathroom is in pristine condition. Will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya, Tampa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff Beautiful facility and wonderful event experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024