Clift

Union Square, San Francisco

Lobby - artist impression
Library Lounge - artist impression
King Guest Room - artist impression
Lobby - artist impression
Library Lounge - artist impression
King Guest Room - artist impression

The hotel

After a big renovation at the end of 2019, you’ll get to check out a brand new Union Square hotel. The Clift Royal Sonesta is a stunning meeting of the glamourous Italian Renaissance-style and the beautiful modern design, reflective of this cutting edge city. The legendary Redwood Room, always a San Francisco favourite, has been refreshed while preserving its iconic history, and there's a new bistro to check out. Even the bees are busy producing honey on the rooftop, ready to add to your drinks and salads.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Close to City Centre
  • Restaurant

Where is it

In the heart of Union Square in walking distance to shops, theatre district, cable car and SOMA.

Hotel information

372 rooms on 17 floors in 1 building with 3 lifts. All with air-conditioning, satellite flatscreen TV, Bose® docking station, WiFi access*, radio alarm clock, mini-bar, in-room safe, iron, board, plush bathrobes and hairdryer. Standard King Rooms have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Deluxe King Rooms have 1 king-size bed, sleeping max 2 adults.

Standard Double/Double Rooms have 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Deluxe Double/Double Rooms have 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Fredericks (café, brasserie and drinks). Redwood Room (lounge and cocktail bar). Living room (lobby bar/library serving an array of drinks and snacks). Fitness centre. Complimentary bicycles. 24-hour room service*. In-room massage and spa services available*. WiFi available*. Valet parking approx $59 plus tax per day (payable locally, subject to change).

This hotel has a resort fee of $31 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - WiFi – $10 breakfast credit per room per day – Tea/coffee in lobby – Local and toll-free calls – Access to 24-hour fitness centre. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

One person must be aged 18 years and over in each room.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stayed 3 nights in a lovely room

Mar 8, 2020 debbie29n Calgary, Canada

We had never stayed in San Francisco but knew the hotel was being renovated so we weren't surprised to see ( and hear ) the construction all around us. When we checked in, the front desk staff upgraded us to a suite ( which was just lovely ) and put us in the "inside" so the clamour from the construction would be less obtrusive ( it was.). The… Read more
We had never stayed in San Francisco but knew the hotel was being renovated so we weren't surprised to see ( and hear ) the construction all around us. When we checked in, the front desk staff upgraded us to a suite ( which was just lovely ) and put us in the "inside" so the clamour from the construction would be less obtrusive ( it was.). The room was very large with plenty of seating, a big screen TV and a comfortable bed, so we were very happy. Our only issue was the woefully inadequate lighting...there were only lamps in the room and they were poor at best...once the sun went down, we were struggling with the lack of light. I would suggest checking your room for light sources before getting too settled. Overall we had a very nice stay and the staff are exceptional. Ask for Albert at the door :) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Outstanding Service!!!

Mar 6, 2020 DreamtripperTexas Texas

I've just completed a three day business stay at the Clift Royal Sonesta. Upon check in the front desk staff were super friendly and accommodating making sure to appoint the best room available. (love that!) Rooms are spacious and well stocked with luxury bath products and full mini bar. Most notable of my stay, was the concierge person, Steve… Read more
I've just completed a three day business stay at the Clift Royal Sonesta. Upon check in the front desk staff were super friendly and accommodating making sure to appoint the best room available. (love that!) Rooms are spacious and well stocked with luxury bath products and full mini bar. Most notable of my stay, was the concierge person, Steve Edmondson. Steve went above and beyond to help me download a presentation on my computer, print presentation materials, all the while striking up a lovely conversation about our personal travels abroad. So although I was there on business, I felt like I had a friend who had my back. I can't tell you how much I appreciate the extra effort, in this case a little went A LONG WAY to make my stay absolutely perfect! Other notables, beautiful bar, great food selection, bartenders very attentive. I'll definitely be back! Thank you Clift Royal Sonesta you guys knocked it out of the park! Read less
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Feb 24, 2020 guyc146 Portland, Oregon

We’ve stayed at the Clift before and appreciated the feel of the place even though it was aging. The renovations are both good and bad. The old lobby was friendlier. Now it seems stark (no pun intended) and too contemporary. The room improvements were necessary especially the bathrooms which are very nice now. We searched for an ice maker, called… Read more
We’ve stayed at the Clift before and appreciated the feel of the place even though it was aging. The renovations are both good and bad. The old lobby was friendlier. Now it seems stark (no pun intended) and too contemporary. The room improvements were necessary especially the bathrooms which are very nice now. We searched for an ice maker, called room service and waited 30 minutes for a bucket of ice! It only appeared after a second phone call. Our request for the standard room with a king bed resulted in a queen bed. We moved after requesting to what we originally asked for. We’re not picky people but the lapse in service was unexpected. The exterior scaffolding was extremely off-putting. It’s necessary but ruins the appearance of not only the Clift but all the buildings along Geary. We only found the front with the help of the Uber driver. The main draw is still San Francisco. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Best concierge experience ever

Feb 21, 2020 rm3h Charlottesville, Virginia

My wife and I recently traveled to San Francisco to see the Harry Potter plays, and we picked The Clift Hotel next door to stay. We wanted to tour the town and the area during the day. There were issues, though. I recently broke my foot and was wearing a boot, and my wife cannot walk long distances. I called the hotel concierge - Steve… Read more
My wife and I recently traveled to San Francisco to see the Harry Potter plays, and we picked The Clift Hotel next door to stay. We wanted to tour the town and the area during the day. There were issues, though. I recently broke my foot and was wearing a boot, and my wife cannot walk long distances. I called the hotel concierge - Steve Edmonson - for detailed help with arranging and booking city tours by car, transport to and from the hotel, meal reservations, and a motorized scooter. I am a bit of a nervous traveler and did not want any uncertainties. Over the next several days, he and I had several phone and email conversations about working through our several specific requests. Steve has been the best hotel concierge I have ever met. On the phone and in person, Steve has been consummately professional and detail-oriented, and every bit as concerned as I about making the trip run smoothly. He has owned the process as much as I have. He has provided a level of personal service far beyond expected. We had a wonderful stay, and I can not begin to express my appreciation to him for his effort. Steve, thank you. While I am at it, let me also note that the Clift itself was terrific, too. It is all brand new on the inside, and the room was large and very comfortable. The hotel is very near Union Square, shops, restaurants, and theaters. Without a doubt, this was a great hotel experience for us, and I recommend it very highly. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great space, but TERRIBLE service

Jan 26, 2020 JeannieSM Orlando, Florida

We stayed at The Clift for a friend’s wedding weekend. We thought that the rooms were wonderfully updated and very spacious. If you try to go to the bar, they are incredibly snobbish and I accommodating. We were here for a wedding party and we sat in one booth that was unoccupied at 1am, and they demanded (very rudely) that we moved unless we… Read more
We stayed at The Clift for a friend’s wedding weekend. We thought that the rooms were wonderfully updated and very spacious. If you try to go to the bar, they are incredibly snobbish and I accommodating. We were here for a wedding party and we sat in one booth that was unoccupied at 1am, and they demanded (very rudely) that we moved unless we wanted to purchase the table for $350. NOBODY ELSE was at the bar at the same time. There were many other tables and booths that were unoccupied. We have never encountered any hotel staff that was so incredibly rude in all of our travels. I would NEVER NEVER recommend this hotel to any of my friends or family visiting the SF area because I think that there are so many other areas that would be happy and gracious for our business. This is one of THE WORST experiences I have ever had, and I would never stay here again. I would never send our family or friends here EVER. Read less