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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

San Francisco , 495 Geary Street (Show on Map)

8.5

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a stylish and modern hotel with an excellent location in San Francisco, close to restaurants, shopping districts and main attractions. The rooms are spacious, clean and well-furnished with comfortable beds that provide a good night's sleep. The staff is friendly, professional and always ready to help with exceptional cleaning staff ensuring a clean environment for guests. The hotel offers a trendy bar and a breakfast restaurant with good quality food, although some guests found the breakfast prices inflated. The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city with convenient access to public transportation. The hotel also offers valet parking, although some guests found it expensive. The hotel's nightlife options are great with a party place on the weekends and a nightclub in the lobby. The hotel is luxurious and elegant, perfect for those seeking a lavish experience in the heart of the city. Overall, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a great choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay with prompt and friendly service.
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Room Types

Executive King Comfortably furnished, this contemporary room features a flat-screen cable TV. Renovated with natural textures to highlight the hotel’s original craftsmanship, Executive guest rooms offer additional space.

Deluxe King Room Comfortably furnished, this contemporary room features a flat-screen TV with cable.

Junior Suite King Comfortably furnished, this contemporary room features a flat-screen TV with cable.

One-Bedroom King Suite - Non-Smoking This boutique suite features custom furniture and offers a city view.

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite This boutique deluxe suite features custom furniture and includes city views.

King Room with City View This double room features air conditioning. The recently renovated Deluxe guest rooms are The Clift’s traditional guest room offering both comfort and convenience and features a city view.

Junior Suite Two Queen beds The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The suite features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

Executive Two Queen Beds The quadruple room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

Suite Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a wardrobe.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Junior King Suite - Mobility Accessible Roll-In Shower Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this suite includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. This wheelchair accessible suite has air conditioning, a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a roll-in shower.

Double Room The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a safe deposit box. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite with King Bed - Mobility Accessible The spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The suite features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe King Room - Hearing Accessible The double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

About The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

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Guest Reviews

8.5

Very Good

Location

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a beautiful destination with an excellent location that is perfect for those who want to explore San Francisco. It has walking distance to restaurants, shopping districts and main attractions. Being near Union Square is a great advantage, but some guests found the surrounding area slightly rougher. The hotel is conveniently accessible to public transportation, making it easy to explore the city. The interiors are stylish and the staff is welcoming. The hotel has a trendy bar, but guests also found it nice that coffee facilities were available in the room. Some guests had some issues with the coffee machine and there were some complaints that coffee facilities and complimentary water were not replenished daily. Nonetheless, the location of the hotel is fantastic, as it is close to everything and has a central location to all things San Francisco.

Breakfast

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers a breakfast restaurant within the building where the staff is helpful and nice. Although there are complaints about the breakfast prices being inflated and not being included in some hotel packages, the options and quality of the food are very good. However, some reviews expressed disappointment with the service at the restaurant with servers being abrupt and bordering on rude. On the positive side, guests enjoyed the bakery and cocktail lounge downstairs as well as the convenience of the hotel restaurant for a quick and good breakfast. Some guests wished there was a buffet available at a lower price point. Overall, while there were some issues with the breakfast service, guests were satisfied with the options and quality of the food.

Rooms

If you're looking for a comfortable and modern stay in San Francisco, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco has got you covered. Guest reviews consistently praise the spacious and clean rooms, equipped with all the modern comforts you could need. The hotel has recently been renovated and the rooms are beautifully appointed with lovely finishes. Pay attention to the room size when booking, as some guests found them to be on the smaller side, but others found them to be extremely spacious, even for larger groups. Despite some reports of noise and lack of storage, guests generally found the rooms comfortable and well-furnished. The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city and the staff are friendly and helpful. Overall, a stylish and comfortable hotel for your San Francisco stay.

Beds

When it comes to a good night's sleep, guests of The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel have nothing to worry about. Multiple reviews tout the hotel's comfortable and even "excellent" beds with some guests noting that they are among the best hotel beds they've ever experienced. Spacious, clean rooms and large, comfortable beds are often mentioned positively. While some guests found the beds too soft or had issues with upselling, the vast majority have nothing but positive things to say about their sleeping arrangements. Overall, for those who prioritize comfort in their accommodations, The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel delivers with their cozy and inviting beds.

Cleanliness

The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel is a sleek and modern hotel that has been praised for its cleanliness. Guests have described the rooms as lovely and spacious with some even stating that everything looked "soo clean". The lobby and facility are also clean and chic, while the property is well-maintained. The location is great and the staff are nice and accommodating. The cleaning staff are exceptional and friendly, ensuring a clean environment for guests. While there are occasional misses with daily cleaning services, guests cannot deny the importance placed on cleanliness at the hotel.

Staff

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco boasts a wonderful team of staff who are courteous, attentive and always ready to help. Guests have praised the staff for their friendliness and professionalism with many singling out Steve at concierge for special mention. The hotel's bar staff also receive high marks for their selection of drinks and excellent service. Some reviewers did note that the reception desk could be understaffed at times, but overall, the staff are described as well-trained, highly motivated and always willing to go the extra mile for guests. The hotel's location, cleanliness and facilities also receive high praise from guests. All in all, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a great choice for those seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay with prompt and friendly service.

Parking

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers valet parking for a fee, which some guests found quite expensive. However, there is a nearby garage with self-parking available for a reasonable price of $43 per day. Some guests complained about the high cost of the valet service and the long wait times to retrieve their car. Despite these negative comments, some guests appreciated the convenience of valet parking and mentioned that the hotel refunded parking charges when necessary. Overall, while parking fees were a common topic of discussion amongst guests, it did not detract from the otherwise positive experiences at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco.

Nightlife

If you're looking for a hotel in a happening area, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco may be just what you need. There are plenty of nightlife options around the hotel, including a party place on the weekends and a nightclub in the lobby. The bar, both downstairs and in the lobby, received great reviews with attentive service and occasional live music. Although some guests experienced noise from the street and the hotel nightclub, others found that the lively atmosphere added to their experience. The dress code for the Redwood Room is smart casual and it's worth noting that the bar is very busy and can get quite loud. For those looking for a bite to eat, there are plenty of nearby options including a great diner, restaurant and even a play. Just be careful not to wander into the Civic area!

Luxury

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a gorgeous and elegant hotel, perfect for those looking for a luxurious stay in the heart of the city. The rooms are amazing and beautifully designed, making for a lavish experience. The hotel has been nicely renovated, however, some guests noted poor facilities considering the hotel's luxury status. Nonetheless, the overall experience is incredible and guests highly recommend staying at this fantastic hotel without a fault in their opinion. While the price may be high, you'll be immersed in an atmosphere that truly feels like pure luxury.

No, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco.

Yes, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco.

Yes, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco has a gym.

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