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Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Moscone Convention Center

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Exterior
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Reception
Exterior
Comfort Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
242 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Moscone Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Lombard Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Pier 39
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Little)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Modern)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Modern)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

City center stay.Your stay at this Union Square hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Moscone Convention Center and Lombard Street. Pier 39 and University of San Francisco are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 24 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Union Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪King Of Thai Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Central - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

3-star hotel near Moscone Convention Center
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection. A complete renovation of Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection was completed in May 2021.

This 3-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1907
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection offers 95 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 12 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive smart lock details
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 12 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 39.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 75 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, 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 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.

Property is also known as

Hotel Stratford
Hotel Stratford San Francisco
Stratford Hotel
Stratford San Francisco
The Stratford Hotel San Francisco
Stratford Hotel San Francisco
Hotel Stratford
Hotel Tenderloin
Hotel Stratford San Francisco Handwritten Collection
Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection to the airport?

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection 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 Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

As of Jul 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on Aug 10, 2025 start from $90.3, excluding 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 Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection.

How close is Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection to the beach?

This hotel is 6.1 mi (33-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 5.6 mi (11-min drive) from Baker Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 6 and 12 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

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

What time is check-in at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have a pool?

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have a restaurant?

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection is home to Nave, which features happy hour.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection to downtown San Francisco?

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection is 1 mi away from San Francisco.

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 652 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1278 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Modern, clean, and quiet. Radio clock did not work. No restaurant. Coffee bar with limited menu. TV had limited channels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and close to most things. You can hop right onto the cable car from here! Rooms are very tiny and some of the rooms have the sink and mirror outside of the bathroom as an FYI.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kunal

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. There was a staff to help if needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms but good for sleeping if your only goal is to be out on the town
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kristina

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable bed Quiet Prime Location Excellent Coffee offered in morning Filtered water available
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern rooms. Comfortable beds and pillows. Was very quiet after 9. Incredibly affordable for the area. Stayed for the week on business. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

hyuna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Toure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first visit to San Francisco and I have read reviews extensively for various hotels. The Stratford had incredible reviews from everyone and I can see why. The staff is phenomenal and incredibly friendly. From the moment I checked in I felt great. The room is immaculately clean and serves the purpose for a visit to this city. I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Johanna

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Antonio

Nice space. Just what I needed. Close to restaurants convention center and others
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and convenient to all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was highly disappointed in my stay. I originally booked a room and then was put in what was listed as a little room online and not what I booked! Thankfully, they moved us to a somewhat larger rooms but where the vent in the bathroom wasn’t working, there was no door for the shower and the room became so humid and uncomfortable. Along with the bathroom, being completely soaked from the shower running and the steam because there was no working vent. Even with the air conditioner, the temperature control was absolutely horrible. Out of the three front desk, staff that I met only one of them was pleasant, but that is also being generous. Definitely can find something better in the location for less or I’d rather pay a little bit more and feel like I wasn’t shown a façade of a hotel being uncomfortable. I love writing good reviews, and it pains me that I have to be so honest.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tetsuo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel in an old building that was maintained beautifully. The rooms are very small snd compact but our room was immaculate. There was no parking which was fine with us because we used lyfts. I do not. recommend the attached coffee shop at all, paid over $21 for 2 ice cold coffees and stale pastries, and very uninterested staff. We stayed for 5 nights on the 8th floor. At one point, they were testing the fire alarm system, and we were told to evacuate using the stairs rather than the elevator. so, we 2 older people 60s and 70s had to walk down 8 flights of stairs only to be told it was not an actual emergency but just a test. we didnt like that.Lastly, in my opinion some of the front desk staff could be just a tad more upbeat and friendly! A smile goes a long way!! I would rent this hotel again though!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marria

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

Great choice for first time visitor!

It was my first time in the city and the location couldn’t be better! Plenty of great eats around the block, walking distance of transit, and right next to Union square for shopping!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shantell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, transportation was easy to navigate.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jermaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty nice hotel. In a good area and not expensive. All rooms dont come with air conditioning and i found that weird but overall a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DUSTIN ADAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was prime
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025