Cornell Hotel Union Square

Hotels
8.8 (1919 reviews)
715 Bush Street , San Francisco , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Outdated room decor
Check-in issues
Lack of promised amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.51
Clean rooms mentioned, but issues noted with old decor.
Service
9.48
Staff provided excellent attention and resolved check-in issues.
Location
9.52
Great location near attractions and restaurants.
Room Quality
7.97
Rooms described as outdated and not matching pictures.
Amenities
8.5
Fridge in room was appreciated; breakfast quality varied.
Value for Money
8.46
Considering the location and service, overall value was fair.
Food and Beverage
9.01
Breakfast was delicious with a good variety.
Overall Experience
8.98
Overall positive experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 19:57

Property Description

Old-World Charm Meets Modern Comforts
Immerse yourself in the allure of France right in the vibrant heart of San Francisco at Cornell Hotel de France. Step into a world where historic elegance seamlessly blends with contemporary conveniences, including complimentary WiFi for all guests.

Artistic Flair and Cultural Delights
Marvel at the exquisite prints of renowned masterpieces adorning the walls, adding a touch of sophistication to your stay. Each uniquely decorated room offers a cozy retreat with essential amenities like cable TV and private voicemail.

Prime Location for Urban Exploration
Located just a short stroll from Union Square, our hotel provides easy access to the city's iconic attractions, from the bustling Theatre District to the captivating sights of Chinatown. Experience the charm of San Francisco with the historic cable car stop nearby, offering seamless travel around the city.

Book your stay at Cornell Hotel de France now for an unforgettable blend of history, art, and modern comfort.

Important information:

Please note: Contact Cornell Hotel de France to schedule paid airport shuttle transfer. The hotel can only arrange drop offs to San Francisco International Airport.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1919 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.51
Service: 9.48
Location: 9.52
Room Quality: 7.97
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8.46
Food and Beverage: 9.01
Overall Experience: 8.98
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polzella • couple • ar
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • couple • de
9
Pros:

Die zentrale Lage, das für die Stadt sehr gute Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Reichhaltiges Frühstücksbuffet, Hilfsbereites Personal.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
10
Stunning whimsical fantastic hotel with amazing breakfast and staff!
Pros:

Very beautiful whimsical hotel. The staff was fantastic. Breakfast was great and overall a wonderful stay. Incredible art throughout the hotel! I love all the small touches everywhere you look.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Madeline • couple • de
7
Guter Aufenthalt
Pros:

Die Lage ist sehr gut, das Personal war überaus freundlich. Die Betten waren sehr bequem. Wir konnten auch unser Gepäck nach dem Check Out noch dort lassen. Kaffee und Tee umsonst verfügbar.

Cons:

Am ersten Abend kam aus der Dusche nur kaltes Wasser. Das Frühstück war okay, es wäre schön wenn das Rührei und die Würstchen etwas wärmer wären. Etwas unangenehmer Geruch im Foyer.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Each floor had framed prints of a French artist including Chagall, Toulouse Loutrec, Gauguin, Modigliani, and Matisse. I enjoyed touring each floor, like a museum. Also, I enjoyed the Jeanne d'Arc statue, paintings, etc. Therre were little paintings of flowers and other things throughout the hotel and rooms. It was all so interesting and not the impersonal, sterile rooms often found in hotels.
The location was excellent, close to Union Square and one night we got a cable car from near Fisherman's Wharf to half a block from our hotel.
The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. Since the room I requested with two queen beds was not available, they provided two rooms on the same floor, each with a king bed and one had a sitting room!

Cons:

Before coming it was a little challenging tr reach the hotel by phone. BUT they did answer my written message promptly.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
牧哲 • solo_traveller • tw
4
Pros:

服務人員不錯

Cons:

房間有點暗且老舊

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • us
4
Read this review before booking!
Pros:

The Nob Hill location was great, with Beanstalk coffee shop across the street, Roxanne's for breakfast/lunch, and the Last Drop Tavern nearby. The cable car was handy and stopped at the corner. Also, a National Catholic Church was just 200 ft. from hotel.
The bed was comfortable. The bathroom was clean with a nice hot shower with good water pressure. The products were lovely. The breakfast was good with a variety of fruit offered.
We had a six night reservation, gave a 48-hour notice asking to check out early, and they agreed to refund us 2 nights. The staff were so friendly, especially Grace. She brightened up the place.

Cons:

Fair warning: It's not a place for seniors with the slightest impairments. You will have to climb stairs if you don't stay on the first floor. Also, there are a few stairs to get into the hotel.
Now for value: The price was a bit steep for the following reasons. The pictures did not match reality. Do not expect a bright lit place. It was rather dark. Our room had a weird odor, but we opened the windows, which helped a little, and/or we got used to it. There was no room for our luggage, so we used the only two comfortable chairs in the suite. We asked to leave the day after we checked in for the above-mentioned reasons, but they said we would incur a cancelation fee, so we decided to give the place a chance. The ancient elevator, with cables and a wooden door to open and close ourselves, would stop working intermittently, and we would have to climb 6 flights of stairs. The only guest refrigerator was in the lobby sized for a small apartment, so it was full most of the time. The ice machine in the basement did not work, so no ice the entire stay. TV had only analog, so we watched a fuzzy football game. There was no option for Netflix, etc.. We checked out and stayed down the hill towards Union Square at the Marriott for our last two nights. It was worth a little extra money.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Marcelo Jose • couple • br
7
Nota 7.
Pros:

Localização muito boa, cama excelente e quarto silencioso mesmo sendo de frente para rua. As atendentes foram muito simpáticas. Café da manhã ok.

Cons:

Chuveiro ruim e elevador precário.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Gabriela • extended_group • ec
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kateryna • solo_traveller • us
10
Everything was amazing. I really enjoyed my stay and felt
Pros:

That there were 2 water bottles in my room and I asked front desk for a couple more next day so I didn’t have to buy overpriced water in the city. That made me so happy! Also I liked those shower caps. I loved that there was extra toilet paper roll and all the toiletries were fully stocked.

Cons:

I used elevator only once and it was amazing. It looks so old fashioned and cool but after that it was out of order which is not a big deal.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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christopher • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

Hotels in a gray area the staff is very friendly very knowledgeable I would recommend anybody

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Borivoj • solo_traveller • hr
9
Cornell hotel
Pros:

Ljubazno osoblje i lokacija.

Cons:

U sobama nedostaje mini frižider.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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leef73 • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Fabulous location

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
K
Kerridge • couple • us
9
Would come again as we have for years.
Pros:

quiet room 502 surprising in middle of SF. Easily corrected that room should have had a king size bed but room 302 did not. luggage store.

Cons:

Temporray down time of elevator to 5th floor. Breakfast rather bland.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Marija • couple • us
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Dulce Nombre de María • couple • es
7
Good hotel but can find better ones for the same price
Pros:

Good location and breakfast.

Cons:

Our room was so small that we couldn’t even open our suitcases. There was no mini fridge in the rooms and nowhere to fill up your water bottle.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Rafal • family_with_children • pl
10
Super lokalizacja fajny wystrój dobre jedzenie
Pros:

Lokalizacja

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Jordi • couple • es
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • ro
4
Cons:

Mirosul persistent de urina de la intrarea in hotel pana in camera. Mocheta veche si faptul ca nu se deschideau geamurile decat un lat de palma.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Silvana • family_with_children • it
9
Pros:

colazione top

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee