The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel San Francisco



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This upmarket hotel is located at the centre of San Francisco's theatre district, close to Union Square. Scores of shops and other entertainment venues are to be found within steps of the hotel. The hotel is well situated for the public transport network.
The hotel was built in 1913. 349 rooms, including 25 suites and apartments, are located on 16 storeys and can be reached by lift. Guests are warmly welcomed by multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the 24-hour reception desk in the lobby. Check-in/check-out service is available round the clock. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and cash machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are a number of shops as well. Additional amenities include a TV room and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. A bicycle hire service provides all the necessary equipment for exploring the surrounding area. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed and a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a stereo system, a CD player, a DVD player, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.
The sun loungers are perfect for soaking up some sun. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including cycling/mountain biking, a gym, yoga, aerobics and a spa. A dance club and a nightclub are also options for entertainment.
Various dining options are available, including a non-smoking restaurant, a café and a bar. A wide variety of dishes are served at all three main mealtimes. Guests can enjoy lunch and dinner as a set menu.

495 Geary St
Check-in from 4:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM
Very Good
282 reviewsUser: ANFNYC
Trip type: Business
Consistently Reliable and Welcoming
I stay at the Clift Royal Sonesta regularly—often once or twice a month when traveling between New York, Milan, and San Francisco—and it consistently delivers a welcoming, well-run experience. What... more »
User: Linda M
Trip type: Couples
Clean but small details
Clean room, it was upgraded and ended up right behind an elevator that made it impossible to sleep When we checked in we were told we had $130 In credit... more »
User: asi202
Trip type: Couples
Unforgettable Memorable Stay
We had a wonderful stay! The location was perfect, with easy access to major attractions, dining, and shopping. The atmosphere was welcoming and relaxing, and our suite was spacious, comfortable,... more »
User: Annie M
Trip type: Family
Memorial Day stay with family two rooms and another couple both had very bad experiences
I had a very disappointing stay at this hotel. The biggest issue wasn’t even the room/stay itself — it was how management handled concerns. Staff and managers came across as... more »
User: car00268
Trip type: Solo travel
Decent hotel poor area.
The hotel decor is pretty dark and you can tell it’s a renovated hotel. I thought it was located on Union square but it’s a block away and also close... more »