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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

4.0 star property
4-star historic hotel near SHN Curran Theatre

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(66 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 751 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 925 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 308 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 585 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 725 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

  • 925 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, City View (Hearing)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 585 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Room (Private Apartment)

  • 1175 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

Union Square stay.You'll be steps from SHN Curran Theatre and within a 10-minute walk of Grace Cathedral with a stay at this Union Square hotel. Also, Orpheum Theatre is within half a mile (1 km) and Asian Art Museum of San Francisco is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Orpheum Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ghirardelli Square - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Herb N'Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cityscape Bar & Restaurant | Hilton San Francisco Union Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cocobang - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

4-star historic hotel near SHN Curran Theatre
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A 24-hour fitness center, 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1915
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers 372 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • 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 center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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 age 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 cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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: approximately USD 36.00 for adults and USD 36.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 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 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco to the airport?

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is 14.6 mi (32-min drive) away from the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco on Nov 14, 2025 start from $169.0, 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 The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco.

How close is The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco to the beach?

This hotel is 5.9 mi (32-min drive) from Ocean Beach and 5.4 mi (10-min drive) from Baker Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 36.00 for adults and USD 36.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

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

What time is check-in at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco have a pool?

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco does not have a pool.

Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco have a restaurant?

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is home to The Redwood Room, which features American cuisine and light fare.

Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco to downtown San Francisco?

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is 0.9 mi away from San Francisco.

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 986 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1342 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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Parking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it would stay again! Location was close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kindred

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

Favorite spot in SF

I love this place. The staff is exceptional and it is a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are staying in the Union Square area of SF this is a great hotel choice. The bed was very comfortable and the room was large and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bagrat

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to public transportation
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Restaurant not open on Mondays

Based on online and per Hotels.com, the restaurant was supposed to be open on Monday's but it is not. Since we arrived around 7 pm, our plan was to grab a quick bit at the restaurant and call it a night. Restraint not open even though it is listed everywhere as open is BAD.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Lakewood

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel that is well situated for easy access to main sites. Bed was very comfortable, room size was adequate and staff friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elliot

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parsi

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent. The receptionist, the person who helped us with our luggage. We loved that there was someone who helped us plan our trips during our stay. It was free; it was perfect. The coffee and rewards to spend at the hotel were great. One day our shower flooded, and they immediately went to fix it. Comfortable beds, good location. I didn't like seeing homeless people on every corner. This isn't something the hotel can control, but it unfortunately affects the experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The concierge service really stood out as excellent. Our female concierge made two superb restaurant recommendations to us and secured us a last minute reservation. We were delighted. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Perfect room for a family!

It was great! The room was spacious and clean. Didn't even find dust in the drawers. When we needed extra pillow and a blanket, it was provided to us right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfortable. A+
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elisa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izza, San Mateo

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant stay at Clift Royal Sonesta. Great location and excellent service.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henrietta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property and great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

aracely

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Clean and staff is friendly. Only negative I would say is the water pressure isnt the greatest. I would be back though!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025