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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

55-inch TV with digital channels, pay-per-view films, offices

Overview
Rooms
Location
Amenities
Policies

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4-star property

4-star hotel with restaurant, near SHN Curran Theatre

8.8/10 Fabulous

575 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Popular amenities

Parking available

Free WiFi

Pet-friendly

Gym

Non-smoking

Air conditioning

Price available on 12/2/2023

495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA, 94102

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

In Union Square
Oracle Park - 29 min walk
Pier 39 - 35 min walk
Union Square - 1 min drive
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 7 min drive
Moscone Convention Center - 8 min drive
Lombard Street - 8 min drive
Ghirardelli Square - 10 min drive
San Francisco Bay - 13 min drive
Alcatraz Island - 13 min drive
Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - 10 min drive

Getting around

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 25 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 26 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 36 min drive
Bayshore Station - 9 min drive
22nd Street Station - 13 min drive
San Francisco Station - 25 min walk
Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 4 min walk
Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 4 min walk
Powell St & Post St Stop - 5 min walk

Restaurants

Pinecrest Diner - 2 min walk
Kim Thanh - 2 min walk
Bourbon and Branch - 3 min walk
Pakwan - 3 min walk
Shalimar - 3 min walk

About this property

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel puts you 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Oracle Park and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Pier 39. After visiting the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This upmarket hotel is also 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Golden Gate Park and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Golden Gate Bridge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and comfortable guest rooms. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop is 4 minutes and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop is 4 minutes.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

The property is disinfected using an electrostatic spray

Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Safety measures

Gloves available

Hand sanitiser provided

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place

Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Reservations are required for the use of certain on-site facilities

This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

372 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors

Arriving/Leaving

Check-in time from 4 PM until anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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.

Required at check-in

Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 per room)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised

Internet

Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

On-site valet parking (USD 70 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–noon
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

Bike rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Segway hire/tours nearby

Working away

Business centre
Meeting rooms

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop

Facilities

1 building/tower
Built in 1915
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness centre

Accessibility

Braille/raised signage
Lift
Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Lever door handles
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin)
English
German
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

55-inch TV
Premium digital channels
Films for purchase

Home comfort

Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Dressing gowns
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer

Stay connected

Office
Phone
Desk chair

Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Redwood Room – This cocktail bar specialises in American cuisine and only serves light fare.

Fredericks – This coffee shop specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.

Lobby Living Room – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Open selected days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:

Resort fee: USD 35 per accommodation, per night

Resort fee inclusions:

Fitness centre access
Business centre/computer access
Phone calls (may be limited)
In-room safe
In-room coffee
Concierge service
Housekeeping
Additional inclusions

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of USD 18.00 for adults and USD 18.00 for children (approximately)

Children & extra beds

Rollaway beds are available for USD 40.0 per night

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay

Parking

Valet parking costs USD 70 per night with in/out privileges
RV/bus/lorry parking is available for an extra charge
Parking height restrictions apply

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

The property is professionally cleaned; the property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Guests are provided with hand sanitiser and reservations are required for some on-site facilities.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession

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

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

As of 27 Jan 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel on 12 Feb 2023 start from £217, including 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.

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel?

This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property and guests are provided with hand sanitiser. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

Are pets allowed at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 per room. There's a charge of USD 75 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 70 per night. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel?

You can check in from 4 PM - anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway hire. The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel also has a 24-hour fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel?

Yes, Redwood Room offers American cuisine. Nearby restaurants include Daily Grill (3-min walk), Bartlett Hall sports bar (4-min walk) and Café Encore (4-min walk).

What's the area around The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel like?

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop and 4 minutes' walk from Union Square. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

8.8

Fabulous

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Staff & service

8.3/10

Amenities

9.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

24 Jan 2023

Best hotel in the Union Square neighborhood

The Clift is a beautiful hotel with very friendly and attentive staff (especially Barbara, Todd and Tony). They create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I can't wait to come back on my next trip!