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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | 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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Little)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 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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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3

Modern Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Little Queenie

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Modern)

  • Sleeps 2

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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 - 1.6 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 25 min drive - 3.3 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

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪King of Thai Noodle House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬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.

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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 Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on Dec 7, 2025 start from $102.6, 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. 702 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1383 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

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time I’ve checked in a hotel without an ac in our room and wasn’t centralized. I wish i knew that. Good thing it wasnt hot and the ceiling fan did good on cooling us. So they didn’t declare that no ac or maybe just missed the fine print. It’s overall decent hotel. Not for primadonas, its really for sleeping and showering after a long day out in the city. You come to San Francisco for the sightseeing, the scenery, the food. Not the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is right in the heart of everything and the staff is amazing!!! Hotel Stratford was Perfect!!! The hotel is simple, clean,, modern, and a great location!!! I’m so glad we stayed here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gail

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

Affordable rooms in a great location

Modern, spartan room. A little stuffy. Didn’t have a hot water pot or tea, but they were brought up to me when I requested. Clean except for the sticky yuck I stepped on when I first entered the room. Unbeatable location near theaters, cable cars, BART trains, and Union Square
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the self check in and self checkout process, very easy and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Used soap left from previous people and lots of hair in the bed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique, I did not like no refrigerator or microwave in room or lobby
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were in SF for 3 nights and this boutique hotel served our needs. It was clean and cozy. Good for single traveler or couples. I personally wouldn't stay here with family/kids due to the size of the rooms. There's no AC in the room, only ceiling fan but thanks to SF's cool weather during our visit, we were comfortable. It didn’t get too hot/cold for us. We did open the windows a few times when it got a little stuffy. The room does remind me of a studio. They're also not sound proof. You can hear every footstep, conversation and door closing in the hallway and from your neighbors room. I do wish they had a small fridge though. Check-in and check out was quick. Con: Need better shower door. Every time we showered there was a puddle of water on the floor. The hotel is right across the street from Union Square and close to stores like Nintendo, Macy's, Trader Joe's and high end shops (Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Saint Laurent etc). There's restaurant, cafes and bars nearby. The streets around the hotel were busy and bustling with people throughout the day, but found the area to be sketchy at night so we wrapped up playing tourist by 10pm. The hotels location made catching Lyft and Waymo very convenient. Would stay here again for short/budget friendly trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very basic but clean hotel. No frills whatsoever. Basically just a place to sleep at night. No coffee in the rooms, no fridge, no microwave, no full length mirror, no seating area, and a TV the size of an iPad. We were In town for a music festival so this was okay but would not stay here if you’re looking for any amenities. The sink was also separate from the bathroom/shower and was placed right where you walk in the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a wonderful spot for when visiting the city! Small but tidy rooms near the heart of the city made it easy to have a sightseeing trip! Restaurants nearby aslo made it easy to find something to eat the whole time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like how it was close by Union Square and other best locations. Depending what room you get the view isn’t the best. Unfortunately we got the room that the view was another room. But the room itself wasn’t bad. There isn’t a microwave or fridge but we only stayed for a day, we didn’t mind of it. But if your planning to stay over more than one day, it would help to have one. But overall not a bad place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
As much as I want to leave a positive review there is some negatives which we experienced. The hotel is clean and quiet but we were there for 5nights and the room dont allow for any unpacking. Consider this if you stay longer than a night or two. The room was not cleaned once while we were there. I asked mid way through for new towels but they never came. The safe in room was a plus but then after locking it we could not open it again. We had to call down twice to reception with the receptionist not having much care to assist. Finally when my husband visited reception did she call for some help which took another hour to get to our passports and money. The reception also acts as a check in for what we assume is the backbackers around the corner. The hotel itself is tidy and is very central and we cant complain if it was for a night or two. Just felt that it was an effort for the girls behind the desk to be there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice small hotel clean

Hotel is centrally located close to public transportation and is easy to get to from BART. My room was very small but comfortable. Lighting is not great. No cups. They have a small cafe that is underwhelming. But other coffee places and restaurant close. Lyft or Uber is easy access. Would stay their again,price was right.
Bathroom
Bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blain

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was located in a perfect location. Really enjoyed my stay. Staff was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica, Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice m, clean and central. Totally recommend it and will definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Strangest Hotel l have ever stayed in. It was clean, but there was no shower curtain for the tub, no closet, no drawers and no ice on the property. Most of the people at the front desk were not very friendly and even though it said in the description they could store your luggage, they could not. The cable car runs just outside the hotel. Other than that, l really liked the location. There are other hotels around that might be a better choice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paoling

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent stay, but no luggage storage service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice hotel, clean, quiet and great location. the only drawback is they do not have storage at the reception for temporary storing the luggage. I was told by the receipting that I have to go cross the road to store my luggage at the souvenir shop at $8.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025