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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

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A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, a sofa set, and large windows offering city views.
A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a view of the outside through the window.
A spacious room with large windows, two armchairs, a small table with books, and a lamp.
A spacious hotel lobby with large windows, wooden beams, and a central bar area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $261
$222 nightly
$261 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, SHN Curran Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a desk, and a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(72 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city skyline.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 475 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a desk, and a city view.

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 308 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There is a city view through the window.

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a view of the cityscape.

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 585 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a desk, and a city view.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 260 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a sofa, and a city view.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

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

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

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

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a desk, and a city view.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 315 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair. There is a city view through the window.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

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
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

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

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, and framed pictures on the wall.

Room (Private Apartment)

  • City view
  • 1175 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

With a stay at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco in San Francisco (Union Square), you'll be steps from SHN Curran Theatre and 8 minutes by foot from Grace Cathedral. .This historic hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Asian Art Museum of San Francisco and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Orpheum Theatre.

What's nearby

  • SHN Curran Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 450 Sutter Building - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grace Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 3 min drive
  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 3 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Herb N'Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cocobang - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Mortimer - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mason - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 372 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include a fireplace in the lobby and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and noon.
The Redwood Room - This cocktail bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
Fredericks - This café specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.
The Living Room - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Fredericks
  • The Living Room
  • The Redwood Room

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycles
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business center
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1915
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 39 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Clift
Clift Hotel
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Clift San Francisco
San Francisco Clift Hotel
Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel San Francisco
Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel
Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Clift Royal Sonesta
The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Hotel
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco San Francisco
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Hotel San Francisco

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1106 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1504 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1504 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property in a great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with top tier staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Romeo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and easy property and room was clean bed was soft and staff was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kraig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hotel which is centrally located with a great bar and the best martini in town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous hotel with huge rooms. Good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great character in a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and bar staff. Our only wish is that they had hotel valet parking.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I absolutely adore this hotel. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, and the location is perfect for exploring the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay Wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, clean and spacious room, responsive staff, and the very best bar in the City.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for the money. The room was comfortable, the staff was friendly, and the overall experience exceeded expectations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean rooms, staff was incredible and the overall vibe and location was perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fredricks breakfasts were amazing and the Red Room was really cool - perfect hotel bar with a great vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walking distance to so many restaurants and shopping. Clean and spacious room. Helpful, friendly and efficient staff. Cool lobby bar too!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was excellent as always! The staff and accommodations are the best!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jiayuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is with a long history but the room is luxurious, spacious and clean! Redwood Room Bar is definitely worth a visit, superb atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and quiet. Appreciated the daily room servicing. Great location in the heart of downtown San Francisco.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was perfectly located near so many stores and restaurants. We felt save even when arriving late at night. The staff was amazing and housekeeping cleaned our room every day. We didn’t get to try the bar or the restaurant however both looked great, we just had other things on our itinerary. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay at The Clift. I just wish there were more amenities.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room, extra clean, breakfast was so good. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jesana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place and location. Only downside is there’s no hotel garage for valet parking, but there is a self serve parking garage a street down, but in comparison to other hotels in this area this was the only downside we could see. The Redroom was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

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