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.
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 Oracle Park. 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.
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.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
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.
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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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
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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Reviews
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Reviews
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Eco-friendliness
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, delicious, and fantastic by multiple guests. (14 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
Highly recommended!
Good customer service and nicely renovated rooms.
Ron
Ron, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2025
Favorite spot in SF
I love this place. The staff is exceptional and it is a great location.
kindred
kindred, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
This is a very fine hotel!
We enjoyed our stay so much! The staff was friendly, the room just great, spacious with a nice view, and well-located. It was comfortable and sparkly clean. This would be our first choice hotel on another visit to San Francisco.
Janet
Janet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2025
Great hotel to stay at!
Natalya
Natalya, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
I really enjoyed my stay.
Miracle
Miracle, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Perfect hotel stay in San Fran
Keith
Keith, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Reliably an excellent choice for a weekend getaway.
LEA
LEA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2025
Updated hotel with charm remaining
We were on a quick getaway from our home in the East Bay. We really enjoyed this hotel. Sonesta has modernized this older hotel, updating it but leaving a lot of its charm.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Nice rooms
Pleasant Staff
Vincent
Vincent, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 25, 2025
Beautiful but no room service …
Gorgeous small hotel, large rooms, comfy and clean. No room service after breakfast - knocks this down a star for me. Otherwise, first class place with first class staff.
Frances
Frances, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
Heavenly Bed, Perfect Stay!
I could have melted in that bed, it was so comfortable. I was even searching for the tags of the pillow brand so I could duplicate the setup at home! Thank you Clift Hotel! Of course I will be back soon!
Kym
Kym, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Very nice hotel and rooms to stay in.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Great location
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2025
Very comfortable beds, great location, beautiful large rooms- executive king- delicious breakfast.
Melanie
Melanie, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Great stay
We loved the hotel and the value. Only complaint is the loud noises at night from surrounding area.
Todd
Todd, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2025
Wonderful location and great value.
Jason
Jason, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
Loved the big chair and the hotel bar, it was super close to everything, and lots of restaurants were nearby. Would stay again.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Perfect room for a family!
It was great! The room was spacious and clean. Didn't even find dust in the drawers. When we needed extra pillow and a blanket, it was provided to us right away.
Grace
Grace, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Clean, spacious, well appointed rooms. Kind and helpful staff.
Cindy
Cindy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Very nice stay
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Everytime I am in SF I stay here. Beautiful hotel with a fabulous staff.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2025
Welcoming and clean spacious rooms
Giselle
Giselle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Staff very friendly, very nice area
Nubia
Nubia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Staff very friendly. Room comfortable. Easy walking to restaurants.