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The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel

Historic San Francisco Downtown Escape near Union Square

8.2
Very Good
From online reviews
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Treat yourself to an indulgent stay at The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, an urban sanctuary positioned in the heart of Downtown San Francisco. This stylish property is the perfect base for exploring the city and boasts the very best of San Francisco on your doorstep — including Union Square with close reach or the famed Alcatraz Island just a short distance away. This historic architectural marvel is anything but ordinary, and the interior showcases the very best of modern-day San Francisco sophistication and quintessential Art Deco flair that perfectly reflects the hotel’s storied past, which dates back to 1915.

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Location

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel
495 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102

Located in the heart of Downtown San Franciso, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel is perfectly positioned for its guests to make the most of the area. You’ll be within walking distance of the famous Powell-Hyde cable car turnaround, Union Square and public transport on Market Street. You’ll also be within a 10-minute drive from Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, Oracle Park, Coit Tower and Pier 33 (to Alcatraz) and Pier 39.

The hotel is located approximately a 20-minute drive from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.

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Facilities

  • Redwood Room
  • Fredericks
  • In-Room Dining
  • Fitness Centre with Peleton Bike
  • Parking
  • Bee Sanctuary
  • Check-in: 3pm / Checkout: 12pm

Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services

Fine Print

Taxes & fees:

Resort fee of US$31 per room, per night, is not included and payble to the hotel directly upon checkout.

Package Inclusions: Inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking confirmation for details. Please note package inclusions for extra guests vary depending on the rate selected, please choose your package carefully.

Dining inclusions do not include beverages (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.

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  • A complimentary upgrade to the next available room category (select packages only) is subject to availability.

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Reviews

8.2
Very Good
Reviews from Google
Paul
Reviewed 21 Aug 2025
10
Great hotel and amenities, wonderful service from start to finish, spacious rooms with tall ceilings, great expansive views of the East from our room. Clean and neat, and historic.very convenient to Union square and a 15 min ride on the red line T light rail to Chase Center
Recommends this hotel
10
Matt C.
Reviewed 10 Jul 2025
10
Nice hotel, good room, clean and nicely decorated. Good service and good value. Only downside was the restaurant for breakfast was very busy and I had to wait for breakfast. But it’s a minor thing, I would stay here again.
Recommends this hotel
10
Kevin H.
Reviewed 13 Apr 2025
10
I celebrated my wedding reception at the Clift Royal Sonesta in October 2024, specifically in the stunning suite on the 14th floor. My wedding party and I enjoyed a five-day stay filled with festivities, and our experience was nothing short of extraordinary. We collaborated closely with Nevzat, the hotel’s director of catering and services, who was incredibly accommodating despite welcoming a new baby at the same time. As first-time visitors from Florida, we had numerous questions, all of which Nevzat answered with patience and enthusiasm. The hotel staff treated us like royalty, making us feel special throughout our stay. The suite was breathtaking, and the overall beauty of the hotel added to the magic of our day. During the reception, the staff was exceptionally attentive; the bartender ensured that drinks were always available, and the appetizers during cocktail hour were served promptly, leaving no guest with an empty hand. Our favorites were the crab cakes and empanadas. The three-course lunch was also served efficiently, much to our guests' delight. We couldn't be more satisfied with our experience at the Clift Royal Sonesta and eagerly anticipate our next visit.
Recommends this hotel
10
Jacob R.
Reviewed 02 Jul 2025
4.0
1. Upon checkout, we were hit with a hidden “destination fee” of $40 per night—previously known as a “resort fee.” This charge used to be $28 per night, but has now increased to $40. For a four-night stay, that added an unexpected $160 to our bill. I had assumed it was a government tax, but in reality, it was a vague hotel-imposed “destination fee” that was never clearly disclosed. 2. This “destination fee” was not mentioned at check-in, nor were we told what it entailed. Only at checkout, after I Googled it, did I learn it included a $10 daily food and beverage credit. No one informed us of this benefit, so we never used it. By the time we found out, our airport transfer had already arrived. The receptionist offered no refund or alternative. My wife and I both work in hospitality, and this lack of transparency felt deceptive. We’ve never encountered a “resort fee” or “destination fee” tacked on in such a brazen way, without proper explanation. 3. At check-in, we were placed on the 17th floor next to an extremely loud service elevator. After a 25-hour journey from Asia, we had to request a new room, repack all our 6 bags, and carry them down stairs ourselves—no help was offered. Again, not the kind of service one expects from a hotel in this price range. 4. The area around the hotel was filled with homeless individuals, many clearly under the influence. We didn’t feel safe walking through the neighborhood with our young child. Some homeless person was being handed a warm drink, which may have encouraged them to stay near the property. Meanwhile, I was charged $7 for a latte—even though I unknowingly had a $40 food and beverage credit buried in the “destination fee” charged at checkout. 5. Apart from that, food in the area was overpriced, and although the room seemed well priced at first, the hidden fees changed that perception. Union Square was underwhelming and felt dull. If we return to San Francisco, we’ll be staying near the Wharf or closer to Golden Gate Park—much more vibrant and tourist-friendly areas. To the management and owner: you can do better!!! To guests: be careful, read reviews. Many guests have been surprised by the hidden fee.
Does not recommend this hotel
4.0
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