The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

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Sonesta Hotels
8.5 (2561 reviews)
495 Geary Street , San Francisco , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Nice room decor
Excellent food
Cons:
High coffee prices
Cleanliness concerns
Value for money issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Some suggestions of uncleanliness noted in reviews.
Service
9.11
Staff were friendly and attentive based on multiple reviews.
Location
9.15
Conveniently located near Union Square with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.6
Rooms described as large and nicely decorated.
Amenities
8.63
Amenities reviewed positively, but some coffee prices noted as high.
Value for Money
7.59
Concerns over value due to pricing and some negative experiences.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Food described as excellent by various guests.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall enjoyable stay with positive feedback about the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 14:46

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers luxurious accommodation just steps away from Union Square. Guests can enjoy air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, coffee machine, and private bathroom. The hotel also features a fitness centre, private parking, and a stylish bar and lounge.

Convenient Location

Situated in the heart of San Francisco, this hotel is within walking distance to popular attractions such as Moscone Center and Coit Tower. With the city centre just 300 metres away, guests have easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

Exceptional Service

The multilingual staff at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco are dedicated to ensuring a memorable stay for every guest. Whether you need assistance planning your itinerary or have special requests, the reception is available 24/7 to cater to your needs.

Experience luxury and convenience at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

There is a Clift USD 35 Tax Inclusive Mandatory Urban Facility Fee per night, per room which includes:

-Two (2) bottled waters in room upon check in,
-Daily $10 F&B credit
-voucher for complimentary 1-hr e-bike ride or 2-hr pedal bike ride
- Complimentary wifi access".
-Destination fee US$39 per room per night isn't included in room rates.



When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of $75 per stay applies. A maximum of 2 pets per room is allowed.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SFO

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 75 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$40 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 50
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2561 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 7.59
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Douglas • couple • us
8
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Pele • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • nl
8
Excellent value of money
Pros:

The room is spacious and clean, which is good. For me, mattresses are perfect with a lot of pillows.

Cons:

The only thing was that the fridge was a little noisy.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • solo_traveller • es
9
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Roman • solo_traveller • am
7
Pros:

Местоположение

Cons:

Было написано, что завтрак включен. Но по факту , после завтрака нам сказали , что включена только определения сумма, а остальное мы должны оплатить . Причем списали сразу всю сумму за завтрак. На вопрос почему сразу не сделать вычет , консьерж сказал разницу вернут вместе с депозитом. Прошло 3 недели но никаких денег назад я пока не получал

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Ademar • family_with_children • br
9
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Steven • couple • us
8
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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allison • family_with_children • us
9
Definately reccomend this hotel, centrally located to everything
Pros:

Room was very spacious, room service was great, resturant wasnt open unfortunately

Cons:

Parking is self around the corner but you can load in front

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Mónika • family_with_children • hu
10
2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Jessie • solo_traveller • nl
8
A pleasant stay in downtown SF
Pros:

Clean, nice interior, close to Union Square and BART station

Cons:

Sound isolation can be better. Noise from the street and from ppl talking in the hallway can be heard after midnight.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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gqjustin • Friends getaway
10
Another great stay.
Pros:

Great stay at the Clift. Remember to upgrade to the executive rooms. The regular rooms are on the small side. Eddie at the front desk is awesome. Enjoy.

2026-01-24 • via Tripadvisor
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243nadavp • Family
10
Worth it!
Pros:

The room was fantastic and we felt it was great value for money. Super cozy and spacious, staff was nice. Bar is really cool too.

2026-01-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Michael • couple • us
8
The party speaker in the bar/main room. See above notes
Pros:

Centralized location. We use to have private parties there many years ago (Pleasure Zone New Year's Eve)

Cons:

The speaker system in the bar - restaurant was adequate for foreground and moderate dance levels. At the new year's event the levels were beyond the speaker system capabilities.

Specifically, the midrange driver was distorted at the elevated levels - which the dj had set appropriately for the party. The issue was the compression driver was taken lower than optimum in frequency. lIkely the crossover point was selected to fully cover the midrange but this was beyond the ideal operating range of the driver/horn - resulting in a spitty fatiguing sound.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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TANIA DINIZ • extended_group • br
9
custo beneficio ótimo, voltaria para hospedar neste hotel
Pros:

A simpatia dos funcionários, e a praticidade do café

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Antoni • couple • us
10
Great location and clean rooms, definitely booking here again.
Pros:

The room was very nice and cozy, from the bed to the bathroom everything was extremely clean. One of the best hotels i’ve stayed in. Staff was also very accommodating and nice. This is a perfect location where you’re surrounded by lots of food and good places to walk to.

Cons:

Nothing, everything was good

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Eduardo • couple • us
8
Pros:

I like the views and I loved the hospitality

Cons:

That we found a cockroach

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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paul • couple • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • it
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee