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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 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
  • Oracle Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 2.0 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 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on Jul 20, 2025 start from $93.6, 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. 642 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 351 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1251 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

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have liked a parking garage nearby to keep car overnight; however, the staff was nice and very patient. The room was quaint. My only complaint is that the AC is directly under the left side of the bed. The heat and AC work perfectly but from a sleeping position it was kind of awkward. I will for sure stay/recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Colorado Srpings

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbeatable location in downtown San Francisco - I chose the smallest room option as I was traveling solo and it felt spacious by all means! The bathroom was very high-end. The hotel is fully refurbished all areas though you may be able to hear loud rattling sounds (of the water pipes I believe) at night especially if you are an early sleeper you might find it a bother - but by midnight it was all quiet. For the price, I find this hotel an absolute gem.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel kind staff clean rooms.311 room no breeze room is in middle of two buildings that’s way.they have a new cafe you buy coffee and pastries yum.very safe hotel your key card makes the elevator work.tv works fans cool bathroom hot water.very quiet hotel.go here get rest now.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location to event
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niurka

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

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

10/10 Excellent

Sonia, TULALIP

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

catalina Ignacia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect! The room was small, but I really like the distribution of the space!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edoardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. Staff was kind and helpful. Guests are also offered a voucher for a drink at a nearby pub, which is a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, affordable, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viola Rodriguez

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Priscilla at the front Desk was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Regzana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The location of this hotel is probably the best thing about it. The rooms were quite modern but not one amenity in it other than a kettle. No fridge or any storage whatsoever. The staff didn’t even acknowledge you when you walked into the hotel let alone had any information that was useful for us as first time traveller to San Fran. So you really need to work out everything for yourself. Don’t bother asking the staff you’re lucky if they even look up from the front desk when you enter or leave the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I sent a weekend with my soon and was amazing! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Very clean room

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Iyaimi, Miami

Traveled with family
room very small, never clean the room
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Christian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Loud tv and fan

Pros: -Friendly and helpful front desk staff -Clean lobby / clean rooms -Across the street from Union Square and Union Square underground parking garage -Cable cars outside the front door Cons: -The hotel bathrooms have barn doors, so there is no real privacy. You will get bathroom smells and shower steam wafting into your bedroom -There is no A/C, and you think you don’t need it because its SF…but the room was very stuffy -The room fan was not balanced, therefore was noticeably loud while trying to sleep -The tv had a high pitched sound that would not turn off, even if the tv was turned off. You cannot unplug it because the outlet is on the ceiling. It was impossible to get a good night’s rest
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean but very small rooms and nowhere to hang anything. No closet, no hooks, etc. also no snacks, no ice or vending machines.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025