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Outdated room decor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Rooms described as outdated and not matching pictures.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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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
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Dario • couple • it
1
Un incubo, siamo scappati in piena notte alla ricerca di un alloggio di fortuna.
Pros:

Terribile tutto

Cons:

Sporcizia ovunque

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jennipher • family_with_children • gt
10
LINDO HOTEL Y UBICACIÓN GENIAL!
Pros:

La ubicación genial!!!

Cons:

La habitación no tiene a/c

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Agata • family_with_children • pl
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Rodolfo • solo_traveller • cl
9
Hotel estiloso
Pros:

La onda...cada piso dedicado a un artista francés diferente..El desayuno..la.amabilldad de su personal.El café en el lobby todo el día..Las habitaciones bastante grandes
Buen precio calidad

Cons:

Tener que hacer el check out a las 11 de la mañana...Debiera ser a las 12.
No tiene aire acondicionado.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Adeline et Nourdine • couple • fr
9
Très bonne adresse au cœur de San Francisco
Pros:

Le confort de la literie, la taille de la chambre, le petit déjeuner et l’emplacement de l’hôtel

Cons:

L’eau chaude est très longue à venir dans la douche et une fois je n’ai eu que de l’eau froide

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Cousins • couple • us
4
Great location - nothing more
Pros:

Great location

On the positive side, the mattress was comfortable, the bedding was clean, and the room was cleaned every day.

The coffee, tea, fridge, and microwave available near the reception were definitely a big plus.

Cons:

The hotel itself is very old in reality, and the renovation was done on a very tight budget – although the bathroom was renovated. Unfortunately, there was a very specific smell of old age in the room.
Pictures you see on Booking are heavily post-processed.
Breakfast was a mini-buffet (scrambled eggs with bacon, cereal, rolls with cheese and cold cuts, and fruit), BUT the service was lacking – forks were missing, and the staff couldn't keep up with replenishing the buffet or clearing tables for the next guests. A huge downside was that my room had no daylight – the window faced a wall, which was hidden in the offer. I would have gladly paid extra for a room with a view if I had the option.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

L'emplacement est parfait 30 min à pied du pier 39, restaurants proches et un petit market aussi

Cons:

La mauvaise surprise du prix du parking ( pas juste un petit supplément !!) , le manque d'entretien de l'hôtel ( impossible d'ouvrir nos fenêtres, aération impossible entraînant de la moisissures aux murs et une odeur inconfortable. Ménage plus que léger.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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JULIE ANDREA • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

La ubicación, el personal y el desayuno muy completo

Cons:

Las almohadas son muy altas y no pude dormir bien, el ascensor es muy viejo y nos quedamos encerrados, adicional el parking es de pago

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • fr
8
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Emplacement, deco décalée

Cons:

Ascenseur en panne

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • extended_group • gb
8
Loved it , quirky , small and personal
Pros:

Great location , staff were great , beds were comfortable

Cons:

Bit dated

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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SEVGİ • extended_group • tr
9
Genel olarak memnun kaldik
Pros:

Konumu cok iyi, kahvaltisi gelistirilebilir ama olan haliylede memnun kaldim ozellikle lobide mevcut cay kahve ikramini cok sevdim. Yataklar temiz ve rahatti
Konaklamamiz genel olarak iyi gecti

Cons:

Biraz yenilenmek istiyor ozellikle asansoru
Sık bozuluyor

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Gonzalo • solo_traveller • cl
7
Ascensor averiado. Buena ubicación
Pros:

Buena ubicación

Cons:

Algunas luces no funcionaban. El ascensor no funciona.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Gustavo Javier • solo_traveller • ar
9
Pros:

Ubicación, Relación calidad precio, Personal, 100% Recomendable SALUTTI GP

Cons:

Nada, TODO OK… SALUTTI GP

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • couple • us
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Ngoc Anh • couple • vn
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Breakfast was fine parking was $30.00

Cons:

Parking

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee