The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

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

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55-inch TV with digital channels, pay movies
Combined shower/tub, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Lobby sitting area
Room (Private Apartment)
Room (Private Apartment)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room (Private Apartment)

  • City view
  • 109 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Private Apartment-King

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Junior King Suite-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom King Suite-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite-King-Mobility Accessible-Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite-King-Mobility/Hearing Accessible-Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Room - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Executive King Room - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Junior King Suite With Mobility Accessible Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Room with City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King - City View - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Executive 2 Queen - Mobility Accessible - Tub

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Studio King ADA Roll-in Shower

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

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. Orpheum Theatre and Asian Art Museum of San Francisco are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • SHN Curran Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marines Memorial Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Warfield Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

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

  • ‪Cityscape Bar & Restaurant | Hilton San Francisco Union Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Herb N'Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬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
  • Bicycles
  • Stereo

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

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: 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
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
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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 14.2 mi (28-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 May 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $261, 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 (31-min drive) from Ocean Beach.

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. 1061 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1451 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jaime

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the staff helpful. The location worked well for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Byron Preston

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

All great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

JORGE

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Pamela, Squamish

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge clean room. Friendly staff. Only downside is I could hear doors slamming shut all night when people returned to their room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence, Brooklyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Arun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 2 weeks. Immaculate rooms, beautiful views and very good service. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Martina

Business traveller
A lot of hidden costs and the receipt was not accepted by my company for work travel. They add RESORT fee. Most of it not used and FOOD credits also unused. They tell you at the desk upon check in and what do I do? Make a new reservation on the day I am supposed to check in? The neighborhood is not good. Maybe two blocks over is much safer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, San Francisco

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was super friendly and the lobby and rooms were clean and updated. The bar off the lobby was a good time. It’s really close to Union Square and theaters. It doesn’t have parking, but there are safe nearby garages.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, Staff were super helpful and friendly. Note: No Valet or Onsite parking. Closeby garage is $40 per night with in & out 1x per day. No Ice machines: call front desk and ice is delivered to room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attendants in the front were great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Enkhmurun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and room cleaning everyday. Comfy & spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Roberto, Exeter

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Odilon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

tania

Staf
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, polite staff, quite clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff at the front desk saturday evening was very non inviting. We came in about 10:30pm . The two at the front desk made me feel like I was not important. There was no bell hop or even a cart. They saw I had several bags and did nothing. My first impression was meh. Also there was no door man to help out with where to park, and the front desk did not recommend anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026