The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

4.0 star property
Historic hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Room (Private Apartment)
Lobby sitting area
Cocktail bar
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Room (Private Apartment)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$423
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug

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495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Orpheum Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Moscone Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Lombard Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room (Private Apartment)

Highlights

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco places you steps from SHN Curran Theatre and within a 10-minute stroll of Grace Cathedral. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The Redwood Room serves American cuisine. Meeting rooms, a business centre, and coworking space are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and noon. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Union Square hotel include Orpheum Theatre and Asian Art Museum of San Francisco.

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Orpheum Theatre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ghirardelli Square - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pinecrest Diner
  • ‪Herb N'Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cocobang - ‬1 min walk
  • The Halal Guys
  • Redwood Room

About this property

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

Historic hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco.

This 4-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 372 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1915
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers 372 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium digital channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to noon on weekends; USD 36 for adults and USD 36 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Fredericks
  • The Living Room
  • The Redwood Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • 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/raised signage
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1915
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch HDTV with premium digital channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop 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 aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email within 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: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 36.00 for adults and from USD 36.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD75 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco on 25 Aug 2025 start from NZ$356.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

The closest beach to The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is Ocean Beach (9.2 km).

What makes The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco.

Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

No, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Dogs are welcome at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 958 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1312 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the big chair and the hotel bar, it was super close to everything, and lots of restaurants were nearby. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice central location. Nicely renovated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay at!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent experience at this hotel. The accommodations were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the staff provided exceptional service throughout my stay. What stood out most was their integrity—after I accidentally left my credit card behind, they promptly contacted me to return it. Their honesty and professionalism were truly commendable. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone seeking a reliable and pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully updated hotel in a great location, for the most part. As others have stated, when you leave the hotel to explore, make sure you take a right. Going left will lead you to an unsafe area with homelessness, drugs, and crime. Since we headed that warning and took a right everytime we stepped outside the hotel, we had no issues. Union Square is only a 3 - 5 minute walk from the hotel, there's great shopping and restaurants within walking distance from the hotel. It really is in a prime location. The breakfast in their restaurant is delicious and great quality, but it is extremely expensive. For example, a single Belgian waffle with a few berries on top is $21... no sides, just the waffle. Other than that, we have no complaints about our stay. If we go back to San Francisco, we'll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The redwood room is the main attraction for us and bartender Jackie is amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

vivek

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viridiana

It was near Union square and the hotel was very clean and very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

Lovely friendly helpful staff. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ornella

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

PIERRE

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staffs were kind enough, but the room wasn’t clean, and the area was horrifying.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nubia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, very nice area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Live this place! Super nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary L

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everytime I am in SF I stay here. Beautiful hotel with a fabulous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025