The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

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Sonesta Hotels
8.5 (2664 reviews)
495 Geary Street , San Francisco , US
+1 415-775-4700

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location near Union Square/center
Spacious rooms and comfortable beds
Friendly, helpful staff
Clean property
Good bar and generally good breakfast quality
Cons:
Breakfast often limited or costly
Parking expensive or inconvenient
Gym/amenities somewhat limited (no full restaurant)
Inconsistent room availability/sofa bed issues
Surrounding area cited as unpleasant/dangerous by some

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Multiple reviewers note the property and rooms as very clean (e.g., 'property was very clean', 'limpio'). A single comment mentioned common areas/corridors needing a refresh but overall cleanliness is strong.
Service
9
Service is frequently praised ('amazing', 'extremely nice staff', 'staff service was excellent', 'friendly staff'). Some isolated service issues (delays getting a suitcase, limited room service) slightly temper the score.
Location
8.9
Location is repeatedly cited as a major positive (near Union Square/center, close to shops and dining). A few reviews mention the surrounding area being unpleasant/dangerous or slightly off-center, which lowers the score slightly.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms are described as spacious with comfortable beds and great views; upgrades to suites were appreciated. However, there are notable negatives (sofa bed experience, some rooms not matching pictures, and occasional complaints about room size).
Amenities
7.8
Mixed feedback: bar and basic services are good, but gym is described as small/only okay, no full on-site restaurant (only a cafe), parking logistics are problematic—which reduces the amenities rating.
Value for Money
8.1
Several reviewers mention 'great value' and reasonable upgrade costs, yet expensive add-ons (costly breakfast, high parking fees) and occasional mismatches in room expectations affect perceived value.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Food quality is often good (some say breakfast quality is great and bar is praised), but multiple mentions of limited breakfast options, no buffet, and limited room service reduce the rating.
Overall Experience
9
Overall impressions are strongly positive ('Fabulous!', 'would stay again', 'Overall stay was great'). While there are isolated issues, most guests report a very good experience and willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:04

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".



When travelling 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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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 2664 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 7.8
Value for Money: 8.1
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 9
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Caterina • couple • de
7
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Mario • family_with_children • de
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • us
10
Pros:

Massive room, great value

Cons:

Gym was okay, could’ve been bigger. Breakfast at the hotel was very limited. Room service limited

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Adessa • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous!
Pros:

Their service was amazing, room honestly great. The hotel breakfast was also great quality! No complaints. This hotel has come recommended for the company I work for :)

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Micha0101 • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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ammara • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room size

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Annie • couple • ca
9
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Michelet • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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ARIE • extended_group • il
8
Pros:

The location were very close to center , hotel is nice

Cons:

There was no stand for Suitcases, we had to ask few times to get one, finally we got one.
No buffe in breakfast (we ate in restauarnt not far from hotel)

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • cz
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • cz
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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IRATI • extended_group • es
10
Excelente
Pros:

Muy bien ubicado, limpio y las camas muy cómodas. Buenas vistas desde la habitación.

Cons:

Nada

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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REGINA • extended_group • us
4
Book at your own risk.
Pros:

The property was clean and beautiful, extremely nice staff.

Cons:

I booked a room with two queen beds. They didn’t have it available which was frustrating due to maintenance issues. I was not happy that I had to sleep on a very uncomfortable sofa bed for 4 days, it was awful. They tried to compensate me with drinks at the bar. I never used them because our itinerary was full and I don’t really drink. They did upgrade me to a bigger room but a good night sleep is more important than a larger living space.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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John Callen • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very good, would stay again.
Pros:

All round, very good and staff service was excellent. The redeood bar is great. Included breakfast at Frederick's was a bit limited but good enough and again v helpful staff.
We upgraded to a much better suite for a reasonable uplift in the room rate.

Cons:

While it was all clean, the common areas and corridors were in need of a refresh/facelift.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Ulrike • couple • de
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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MANSOURI • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Alina • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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MARCO • family_with_children • it
7
Pros:

Hotel carino con tutti i servizi. Buona la colazione ma troppo costosa.

Cons:

La zona intorno alla struttura è molto pericolosa e sporca. La sera è un incubo passeggiare per i numerosi senza tetto e vagabondi che girano

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Saqib • extended_group • pk
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee