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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA, USA, 94102
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About us

Thank you for considering The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco. Located in San Francisco's Union Square and near the Financial District. The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco places you amid the city's most historic regions. Finance, retail, culture and a rich past all converge here- right outside your door and one of the city's most distinguished and historic hotels. Our 372 oversized rooms, suites, lofts, and a private apartment provide a calming retreat, while over 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and thoughtfully designed social spaces keep the business moving forward. Treat your taste buds in the Historic The Redwood Room featuring and etched glass bar and original redwood paneling. At the Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco, we specialize in memorable meetings and exciting social events. Our eco-friendly hotel features a variety of stylish function rooms and specialty suites ready to be transformed to your unique gathering. With the expertise of our creative event planners and culinary artists, your event will be nothing short of a masterpiece.

Venue Details

ChainSonesta
BrandRoyal Sonesta
Built1915
Renovated2022
Total meeting space12,524 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms372
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA
Forbes Travel Guide

Awards

Industry awards
2021 Hospitality Design Custom Art + Installations WINNER: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, with art by Kevin Barry Art Advisory Top 10: Best San Francisco Boutique Hotels (TelegraphUK) 10 Best Reasons to Visit San Francisco (USA Today) 20 Stunning Hotel Bars Around the Country (Food Network) #1 Bar in SF Travel via USA Today 9 Best San Francisco Hotels in 2018 (Tripsavy)

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference
  • VIP services

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Jan 25, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
Feb 9, 2026 - Mar 7, 2026
Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
Mar 28, 2026 - May 5, 2026
May 24, 2026 - Jun 11, 2026
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 10, 2026
Sep 18, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026
Nov 20, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026
Dec 11, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Sep 08 - Oct 31
Shoulder season
Jan 15 - Jun 30Jul 01 - Sep 07
Low season

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
12,524 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,500 sq. ft.
Space (private)
12,524 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
11
Second largest room
1,945 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
3,500 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Meeting room floor plans

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
Mezzanine Foyer
Moore Event Space
Boardroom
Private Apartment
Maybeck Event Space

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
372
Single (1 bed)
318
Single (1 bed) rate
$169.00 - $299.00
Double (2 beds)
52
Double (2 beds) rate
$199.99 - $299.00
Suites
100
Tax rate
8.625%
Occupancy rate
17.695%

Location

Getting Here

Follow signs to US-101 N to San Francisco. Take exit 2 from I-80 E. Take 3rd Street to Geary Street.
Distance from airport 12 mi
Parking in the area
Street parking

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Union Square
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Shopping
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Cable Car
Cable Car
Historical landmark
2 mins
The San Francisco cable car system is the world's last manually operated cable car system. An icon of San Francisco, the cable car system forms part of the intermodal urban transport network operated by the San Francisco Municipal Railway.
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Financial District
Financial District
Business district
1 mi
The Financial District is a neighborhood in San Francisco, California, that serves as its main central business district. It is home to the city's largest concentration of corporate headquarters, law firms, insurance companies, real estate firms, banks, savings and loans, and other financial institutions
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Moscone Center
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Convention center
1 mi
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Golden Gate Bridge
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Chinatown
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1 mi
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Coit Tower
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Recreation
2 mi
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San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Airport
12 mi
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Oakland International Airport
Oakland International Airport
Airport
16 mi

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Additional Information

Additional details

The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco is a century-old gem. Originally opened by Frederick C. Clift in February 1915, the hotel has been an ever-evolving classic, drawing guests from all over the world. In 2023, after an extensive renovation, guests will be welcomed by sophisticated and modern changes signifying a reawakening of the hotel’s original craftsmanship fused with modern day San Francisco. Designed for beauty, adaptability and convenience, The Clift will become a place that celebrates the past and embraces a rapidly evolving future. The updated ambiance will engage traditional touches while enveloping the beauty of the City by the Bay. The iconic Redwood Room has been polished and refreshed, preserving its storied history and seductive ambiance. Other updates include the introduction of a new eatery and café; newly renovated function space to include a light-filled general session space with soaring two-story, floor-to-ceiling windows; and completion of the façade work on the exterior of the building. Located walking distance from San Francisco’s shopping and financial districts, The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco has long been considered one of the world’s best hotels.

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The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Many new strategies and daily initiatives will be introduced to run our hotels more efficient and earth friendly. We have reduced paper by introducing communication via electronic technology. Energy and water reduction will continue to be a top priority.
Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Our parent company, the RMR Group, focuses on reduction of emissions, energy, water, and waste within its portfolio.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
NA
If applicable, could you please provide a link to The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
NA

Health and Safety

Were practices at The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, WHO, CDC, ECOLAB INC
Does The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Rigorous cleaning protocols and use of hospital grade disinfectants (CDC approved), public areas santized at least every 3 hours. Electrostatic sprayers used in public areas
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