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About the Hotel

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102
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Close to Union Square
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Rooms with Thoughtful Details

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco provides rooms by Tim Andreas of Banjo, with 300 thread count cotton linens, open plan space with seating area, free standing bathtubs, and separate showers. Rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable. Executive guest rooms offer more space and natural textures. Suites provide free toiletries and bathrobes, a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer, and slippers. Some suites feature city views and custom furniture. Room amenities consist of ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a mini-bar, a sitting area, a trouser press, a dining table, complimentary Wi-Fi, free toiletries, an AM/FM alarm clock, a flat-screen TV, and carpeted floors.

Dining Experiences

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers dining, including a local and international breakfast served buffet-style, with a variety of a-la-carte items available upon request. Fredericks, reverting back to its original location in the hotel, is a modern eatery and café, complete with creative food and drink. The hotel proudly uses honey in craft cocktail drinks as well as dishes to include the compressed watermelon salad with lavender-infused honey and goat cheese. Guests can discover local flavors in dishes, and the staff can provide recommendations on nearby restaurants. The Redwood Room is a San Francisco institution with Art Deco style and paneling that is said to have been carved from a single redwood tree, where guests savor gourmet small plates and Liquid Art cocktails. The Living Room is available for dinner.

Leisure and Fitness

Guests have access to The Clift's 24-hour fitness center featuring a Peloton Bike located on the second floor, with a selection of free weights, resistance machine, elliptical and Treadmill by Lifefitness. The fitness center is accessible 24/7 and includes a weight machine, three elliptical trainers, a stair climber, four treadmills, two Life Fitness stationary bicycles, a Peloton Bike, free weights, yoga mats, balance balls, kettlebells, a plyometric jump box, a filtered water dispenser, and gym towels.

Location and Nearby Attractions

Located in Downtown San Francisco near Union Square, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco provides access to attractions. The hotel is near the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (1 km), the Ferry Building (2 km), the Moscone Center (1 km), Painted Ladies (2 km), the Asian Art Museum (1.5 km), Lombard Street (2 km), Union Square (0.5 km), the Contemporary Jewish Museum (1 km), and Grace Cathedral (0.5 km). Oracle Park is 1.7 miles away, and Fisherman's Wharf is 2 miles from the hotel. The Golden Gate Bridge is 6.7 miles away, and Chase Center is 2.1 miles away. The hotel is also located near San Francisco theaters, including the Curran Theatre (right next to the hotel), the American Conservatory Theater (steps away), the Golden Gate Theatre (less than a mile away), San Francisco Playhouse (less than a mile away), the Orpheum Theatre (1 mile away), The Gateway Theatre (1 mile away), the Magic Theatre (3 miles away), The Marsh (3 miles away), Theatre Rhinoceros (3 miles away), and The Palace of Fine Arts Theatre (3 miles away).

Hotel Services

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco offers valet parking at the main entrance at 495 Geary St. Tour desk concierge, dry-cleaning, turn-down service, a daily newspaper, babysitting, and language translation assistance are available. The hotel also provides audiovisual staff and technical equipment upon request. High-Speed Wi-Fi is available for unlimited devices, and two bottled waters are provided in-room upon arrival, as well as in-room coffee and tea. Free local and domestic long-distance calls are offered. The hotel offers flexible meeting space and event planning.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
One-Bedroom King Suite Non-Smoking
2 persons
67 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
King Room City View
2 persons
27 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Deluxe King Room Hearing Accessible
2 persons
24 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Double Room
2 persons
39 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
San Francisco 1.6 km
Airports
San Francisco International (SFO) 23.1 km
Oakland International (OAK) 31.6 km
Train
F Market Street Car 1.8 km
Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station 1.8 km
Underground
Powell Street Station500 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

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
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Location

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102
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495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California, United States, 94102
Nearby
Shopping Area
Union Square
360 m
Gallery
Xanadu Gallery
570 m
Restaurants
Colibri Mexican Bistro
70 m
438 Geary St
Honey Honey Cafe & Crepery
120 m
599 Post Street
David's Delicatessen & Restaurant
20 m
474 Geary St
Tratto
30 m
501 Geary St
Velvet Room at Cliff Hotel
60 m
495 Geary St
Taylor Street Coffee Shop
170 m
375 Taylor St
Fino Bar & Ristorante
200 m
624 Post St
Aveline
50 m
490 Geary St inside The Warwick
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About The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
Can anyone confirm if the Junior Suite has a sofa bed available for extra sleeping space?
10 May 2024
Most Junior Suite King accommodations feature a sofa bed for additional guests.
Is there a mini-fridge in the room to keep drinks cold during my stay?
15 March 2024
Each guest room is equipped with a mini-fridge for your convenience.
What does the food and beverage credit cover for guests?
02 April 2024
The food and beverage credit can be used at Fredericks, Redwood Room, and for the mini bar in guest rooms.
Are microwaves also available in the suites, or just refrigerators?
22 February 2024
There is a refrigerator, and microwaves can be requested based on availability.
Is there internet access within the guest rooms?
05 January 2024
High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, including guest rooms.
Can arrangements be made for connecting rooms for a family stay?
18 June 2024
Adjoining rooms are not available, but requests can be noted for rooms to be placed side by side.
Does the Executive Two Queen Beds room come with a mini-fridge as well?
30 April 2024
Yes, this room type also includes a mini-fridge for guests.
Which type of room features both a bathtub and shower?
12 January 2024
The Deluxe One Bedroom Suites are equipped with both a shower and a bathtub.
What are the valet parking rates for overnight stays?
23 March 2024
Valet parking is available for $70.00 per night, offering unlimited in and out privileges for regular-size vehicles.
Are coffee makers provided in the rooms, and what about microwaves?
14 February 2024
Coffee makers are included in guest rooms, but microwaves must be requested.
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room