At the heart of San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel offers a blend of historic charm and modern comforts. Savor light fare at The Redwood Room or grab a coffee to-go from the on-site cafe, then unwind by the lobby fireplace. Guests rave about the central location and helpful staff.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Connecting rooms available
Pet friendly
Laundry facilities
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Housekeeping (on request)
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Lobby fireplace
ATM/banking services
Laundry service
Multilingual staff
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Coffee/tea maker
$184 nightly
The total price is $217
$217 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
400 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
260 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Room, 1 King Bed, City View
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
13 reviews
(13 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
308 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
725 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This boutique hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Moscone Convention Center and Lombard Street. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and central location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop is 4 minutes and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop is 5 minutes.
Languages
Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
372 rooms
Arranged over 17 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–noon on weekends
The Redwood Room - This cocktail bar specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only.
Fredericks - This café specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Open daily.
The Living Room - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Destination fee: USD 39 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 36.00 for adults and USD 36.00 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 40.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 75 per stay)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
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.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco also has a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco?
Yes, The Redwood Room offers American cuisine.
What's the area around The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco like?
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a short 4-minute walk from Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop and 16 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Our travelers say the local area is very central.
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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers convenient access to good restaurants and a breakfast restaurant on site. (10 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and fantastic by multiple guests. (14 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Perfect hotel stay in San Fran
Keith
Keith, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 19, 2025
Hotel was very clean. Paid for a king room but got a queen.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
The redwood room is the main attraction for us and bartender Jackie is amazing!
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Good location
Lovely friendly helpful staff. Good location
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Excellent
Excellent !
JOSE LUIS
JOSE LUIS, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Very nice stay
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
Service was great, both in the hotel and the cafe.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
The Clift is a great hotel.
ROBERT
ROBERT, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Great spot, very walkable
Goran
Goran, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 20, 2025
The beds were comfy but the walls are thin. Could hear next door occupants sneezing and other things… also, from 7-10 am could hear upstairs noise, maybe our room was below housekeeping storage? Room was nice size, beds were comfy and staff were polite. Fredrick’s was delicious choice for breakfast next door. Would I stay here again, probably not. I can’t say location was fabulous bc of union square, two blocks over, lots of homeless and sketchy for the family to feel safe.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Great hotel, excellent location, friendly staff. Fantastic breakfast located on ground level. Nice big room for my family.
Crystal
Crystal, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
The Clift Rocks!
Our visit was wonderful. The staff were kind and friendly.
Miguel
Miguel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2025
A very nice property with great staff
David
David, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Another good stay at the Clift. Always good service and amenities at a centrally-located SF hotel.
Seth
Seth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2025
Beautiful hotel in the heart of San Francisco. Loved the live jazz music on the Thursday night, such a lovely experience
Vanessa
Vanessa, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 20, 2025
Great location
Marianna
Marianna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Everything was great
jose luis
jose luis, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Excellent stay. Comfortable room, good location, and comfortable lobby/lounge area.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Clean, great housekeeping. Large room with nice big windows. Comfortable bed and pillows. Would definitely recommended
Irene
Irene, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2025
I love this historic property
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 3, 2025
Enjoyed the restoration and breakfast. Staff was courteous.
Elsie
Elsie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2025
It is great place
Gang
Gang, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
Best room in the city
We loved the upgrade to a suite, it was perfect for my business trip, the view of the vity was amazing a perfect backdrop to a wonderful room. We were treated well and we enjoyed our stay it was a wonderful day I definatelly recommend this hotel and I will come again.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
The longtime staff members Barbara Vanikova and bellman Todd really take great care of me!
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2025
It was a great experience! I’ll be reserving here again!!