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Cornell Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Beaux Arts hotel near Moscone Convention Center

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Junior Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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715 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, 94108
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, SF Masonic Auditorium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Union Square stay.Your stay at this Union Square hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Moscone Convention Center and Oracle Park. Pier 39 and Ghirardelli Square are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Bush St Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cocktail Haven - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪OneUp Restaurant & Lounge - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Cornell Hotel

3.5-star Beaux Arts hotel near Moscone Convention Center
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Cornell Hotel.

This 3.5-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Built in 1910
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
Cornell Hotel offers 49 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 40 per day (200 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per stay

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cornell Hotel to the airport?

Cornell Hotel is 19.5 mi (37-min drive) away from the Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cornell Hotel?

As of May 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cornell Hotel on May 27, 2026 start from $169, 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.

Does Cornell Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cornell Hotel.

How close is Cornell Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 6.2 mi (35-min drive) from Ocean Beach.

Does Cornell Hotel offer free breakfast?

Cornell Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Cornell Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cornell Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Cornell Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Cornell Hotel have a pool?

Cornell Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Cornell Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cornell Hotel to downtown San Francisco?

Cornell Hotel is 1.2 mi away from San Francisco.

Cornell Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Culver City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and location very good
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth M

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was mostly nice, except for one of the breakfast room attendees, she was a bit snippy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Good for the price. Very basic. A brick of cold bacon was served on the first morning. Tried to cancel the last of 3 nights with 48 hours notice but the were not flexible. Shared fridge with all other guests. Small things like umbrellas would have been nice. That said, very reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Kyle, Oakville

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charis S

Great location. Great rates to upgrade room. Reasonable breakfast. Comfortable for the price but not a luxury hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Katie

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff, felt safe and secure, and rooms were clean enough. It is an older building/elevator, but we only had to use the stairs once while the elevator wasn’t working. They also give just one physical key
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jerome

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Old property. Great location. Funky and safe little elevator. Door lock was not adequate. Breakfast was excellent by American standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose R

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny and Mighty. Everything you need, conveniently located. Friendly and respectful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Brendan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My shower did not have hot water both mornings. I let the staff know after the first. The sink had hot water but after running the shower for a while it never got beyond even mildly warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jeanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos of the rooms online was not what our room looked like. We specifically chose this hotel for the charm and ambience, which the lobby & hallways had, but our room had a bed that was too big and brown laminate office furniture (2 big night tables and a large office chair). It overpowred the small room and made me feel like I was in a motel 6 - very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Daniela

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Flavia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room was ok, but there were some pigeons nesting outside the window and they made a lot of noise at night. The bathroom was disappointing. There was no exhaust fan so it was very humid after a shower, and there was mould in some places. Also, the shower drain was clogged. We complained on the first day but it was never resolved. We even removed a lot of hair ourselves (which was gross) but it made no difference. Cleaning of the bathroom could be way better. To close it off, the shower water was cold 3 days in a row. We had to take cold showers in the winter, which was not nice. Breakfast was good though, and staff was kind.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel is an experience, the design, attention to details are incredible. Rooms very clean and cozy. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Will be coming back !
Breakfast area is a piece of art:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than I expected. Lobby staff very Nice. Hotel & Room Nice & Clean. Very Cute hotel, quiet no street noise. I definitely will stay at this hotel Again Excellent Location. Parking lot across the street. Our room included a Bottle of wine very tasty. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Phil

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had plan to stay three nights but check out after one night. This was not the room I booked! Very disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Gary

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a cute place, older amenities. Problem was no heat in the room. Has old radiator type system but was turned off. Room was ice cold. This is January. Complained and they turned the heat on, but was shut off again during the night. Asked for a space heater which never came.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Not as nice as the pictures present. Feels a bit run down, and in need of an upgrade to the bathrooms, bedrooms etc. The beds were comfy and fine. Overall its about what you would expect for staying in downtown SF.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sanaz

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
They did not have any available rooms and informed us that our room was under renovation and not ready. As a result, we were transferred to another hotel in an unsafe location. We were dissatisfied with this arrangement, and no effort was made to address our concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoy this hotel with European flair. Great breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

shirish

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025