The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco, San Francisco - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102

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“The location was fantastic for exploring vibrant Union Square!”view full review

The Clift Royal Sonesta, a 4-star hotel in Downtown San Francisco's business center, reveals its past through specific design touches while embracing modern luxury with sophisticated renovations that fuse original craftsmanship with contemporary style.

Designer Luxury Rooms

The rooms by Tim Andreas of Banjo feature open plan spaces with seating areas, 300-thread-count cotton linens, freestanding bathtubs, and separate walk-in rainfall showers.

Historic Dining Venues

Fredericks, reverting to its original location, serves high-end coffee, gourmet pastries, and elevated comfort food, while the historic Redwood Room bar, paneled from a single redwood tree, offers artisanal cocktails.

Modern Fitness Equipment

The Clift's 24-hour fitness center features a Peloton bike, free weights, resistance machines, ellipticals, and Lifefitness treadmills.

Central Downtown Location

The Clift Royal Sonesta stands one block from Union Square, walking distance to SFMOMA and the Ferry Building.

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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

2 persons

260 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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One-Bedroom King Suite Non-Smoking

2 persons

725 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Junior Suite King

2 persons

530 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Executive Two Queen Beds

2 persons

420 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Air conditioning

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Beautiful Room with a View

“I was fortunate enough to be upgraded to a gorgeous corner suite that offered fine views of the San Francisco skyline. The muted earth tones and clean lines of the room created a serene atmosphere. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night after a long day of exploring.” view full review

Delicious Drinks at the Redwood Room

“I had the pleasure of enjoying cocktails at the iconic Redwood Room. The ambiance was beautifully designed, creating a luxurious yet inviting space to unwind. Sipping delicious drinks while surrounded by unique decor was a highlight of my stay, and I cannot recommend it enough.” view full review

Stylish and Functional Bathroom

“The bathroom was well-appointed with modern features, providing a clean and fresh environment. I particularly appreciated the high-quality toiletries, which truly elevated my self-care routine during my stay. The shower had a great water pressure, making it a relaxing experience after a busy day.” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable Bedroom

“The bedroom was a fantastic space with plenty of room to move around. The decor blended classic elegance with modern comfort, and I loved the LED alarm clock that allowed me to wake up to my favorite songs. The tranquil atmosphere made it the perfect retreat.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.6/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Valet parking
Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Dry cleaning
Happy hour

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Hotel Location

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102

Map view

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102

City landmarks

Harbour

Pier 39

1.5 mi

Monument

Lombard Street

1.3 mi

Landmark

Chinatown

4300 ft

Market

Ferry Building

1.3 mi

Gallery

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

3500 ft

Harbour

Fisherman's Wharf

1.5 mi

Cable Car

Cable Car Museum

4500 ft

Tower

Coit Tower

1.5 mi

Public Building

San Francisco City Hall

4700 ft

Museum

Contemporary Jewish Museum

3000 ft

Museum

Asian Art Museum

4700 ft

Museum

Exploratorium

1.5 mi

Church

Grace Cathedral

2100 ft

Historic Site

Painted Ladies

1.4 mi

Event hall

Moscone Center

3300 ft

Island

Alcatraz Island

2.8 mi

Museum

Children's Creativity Museum

4000 ft

Landmark

Cable car ride

1.5 mi

Landmark

Dragon's Gate

2100 ft

Mall

Westfield San Francisco Centre

2200 ft

Museum

Museum of the African Diaspora

2800 ft

Mall

The Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Ghirardelli Square

1.4 mi

Church

St. Patrick's Catholic Church

3100 ft

Mall

Ghirardelli Square

1.5 mi

Baseball Stadium

Oracle Park

1.3 mi

Mall

Metreon

2800 ft

Museum

Wells Fargo History Museum

4400 ft

Fountain

Lotta's Fountain

1.3 mi

Nearby

Shopping Area

Union Square

1200 ft

Gallery

Xanadu Gallery

1900 ft

Restaurants

Colibri Mexican Bistro

300 ft

438 Geary St

Honey Honey Cafe & Crepery

400 ft

599 Post Street

David's Delicatessen & Restaurant

100 ft

474 Geary St

Tratto

100 ft

501 Geary St

Velvet Room at Cliff Hotel

200 ft

495 Geary St

Taylor Street Coffee Shop

600 ft

375 Taylor St

Fino Bar & Ristorante

700 ft

624 Post St

Aveline

200 ft

490 Geary St inside The Warwick

Getting around

City Centre

San Francisco20 min · 1.0 mi

Airports

San Francisco International Airport (SFO)35 min · 14.4 mi

Oakland International Airport (OAK)48 min · 19.6 mi

Train

F Market Street Car22 min · 1.1 mi

Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station22 min · 1.1 mi

Underground

Powell Street Station6 min · 1700 ft

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 400 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at USD 70 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of US$35 per person per day.

Pets

Pets allowed on request at the price of USD 75 one time fee per stay, non-refundable, 2.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese

Year renovated:

2022

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

372

Former name

CLIFT San Francisco

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 1028 verified reviews

8.7/10

Great

89%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

9.1/10

Facilities

8.6/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.4/10

Location

8.7/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.4/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

8.2/10

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