At the heart of San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel offers a blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Savor light fare at The Redwood Room or grab a coffee to-go from the on-site cafe, then unwind by the lobby fireplace. Guests rave about the central location and helpful staff.
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Pet-friendly
Laundry facilities
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness centre
Coffee shop/cafe
Business centre
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Reception fireplace
ATM/banking services
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is €184
€184
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Room options
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
37 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
24 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, City View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
29 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
67 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 32 min drive
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.) - 40 min drive
Bayshore Station - 10 min drive
South San Francisco Station - 15 min drive
San Francisco Station - 25 min walk
Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 4 min walk
Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 5 min walk
Powell St & Post St Stop - 5 min walk
Restaurants
Pinecrest Diner - 2 min walk
Cityscape Bar and Restaurant - 3 min walk
The Halal Guys - 2 min walk
Cafe Mason - 3 min walk
Redwood Room - 1 min walk
About this property
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. 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 boutique hotel is also a short five-minute drive from Moscone Convention Center and Lombard Street. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and central location. 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 5 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
372 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email 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.
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–noon on weekends
The Redwood Room – This cocktail bar specialises in American cuisine and only serves light fare.
Fredericks – This café specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.
The Living Room – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 39 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 36.00 for adults and USD 36.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
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 accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay)
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.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco 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.
Are pets allowed at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
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 San Francisco 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 San Francisco also has a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
Yes, The Redwood Room offers American cuisine.
What's the area around The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco like?
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a short 4-minute walk from Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop and 16 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Our travellers say that the local area is very central.
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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 March 2025
Great hotel, excellent location, friendly staff. Fantastic breakfast located on ground level. Nice big room for my family.
Crystal
Crystal, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
We enjoyed staying here.
Michele-Anne
Michele-Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Great hotel and great location
Ricardo
Ricardo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
Great stay
Justice
Justice, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 January 2025
We had a girls b-day trip and it was fabulous!
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2024
Was super nice and felt fancy.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Room was clean and comfortable. It’s well located for San Francisco fun.
Katie
Katie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 October 2024
Great staff and beautiful rooms very happy with this place
Neil
Neil, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 March 2025
Needed more time
Was great for an overnight stay! Great location. When i have more than 1 night ill definitely come back. The views from the room was nice from the 12 floor. No fog was a plus. Didnt get a chance to partake at the bar. Just needed more time. Albert the door guy was great!!!
Yolanda
Yolanda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 December 2024
Enjoyable time
Quick business trip loved the bed very comfortable and enjoyed my time here.
Gavin
Gavin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 December 2024
Gem of a hotel
It was par excellence!
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2024
Great area, friendly staff, all around great hotel to stay at
Lionel
Lionel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2025
Thoroughly Enjoyable
A wonderful day for a short weekend trip. Well maintained property and very clean. Perfect location in the Union Square area
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 February 2025
Great hotel at a good cost.
The stay was great, the beds were comfortable, and we really liked the bathroom and shower. The elevators were also fantastic, they worked very quickly, and they were never crowded. The concierge was really great as well and very accommodating. The location was also prime, there were many shopping options and eateries. There is also a very convenient parking garage right down the street as well, but the prices are fairly high, so be considerate of your options before booking.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Cleanliness and
The breakfast is great!!!
Myris
Myris, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 November 2024
Another good stay at The Clift
Seth
Seth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2024
We loved it !
Horacio
Horacio, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2024
Staff is very accommodating.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 October 2024
I had a great stay as the hotel staff were super friendly and accommodating!
Timothy
Timothy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Have to say that the breakfast staff are excellent and the quality of the cooked dishes is fantastic!!
Thomas
Thomas, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 November 2024
Hotel was cute and clean. Convenient to get around down with central location. Hotel bar was very comfortable nd the attached coffee shop was great!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Nice hotel, central, clean and friendly
Rosina
Rosina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2024
Fantastic service, beautiful renovated hotel, wonderful bar the right place if you like to stay in union square