Clift Hotel San Francisco

4 stars

495 Geary Street, San Francisco, United States, 94102

Editorial review

This absolutely elegant boutique hotel in Union Square has a gorgeous and impressive lobby, great dining, and lively nightlife at the amazing bar Redwood Room. It can be too noisy for those who aren't interested in partying all night, though. Critics felt that the rooms were too small, as well.

Overview

Only few steps from Union Square and famous Theater district, the four-star Clift Hotel is often chosen as a starting point to tour the city, due to its close proximity to major attractions and public transport.

The contemporary design of the hotel and rich accessories are completed with in-room spa services and fitness center on-site.

All of the 372 guestrooms are tastefully appointed with elegant furniture, satellite radios and plasma TVs.

The Velvet Room is a luxurious restaurant, serving extraordinary dishes and offering live entertainments.

The Bart Market Street & Powell Street Station is situated nearly three blocks from The Hotel Clift.

Number of floors 17. Number of rooms 372.

Situated in the vicinity of Union Square, Theater District and the financial center of San Francisco, The Hotel Clift is an ideal choice for business-makers and leisure guests alike.

Distance to:

City Center - 1.5km
Airport: Marin County - 13.6km, Oakland International Airport - 18.2km
Train Station: F Market Street Car - 1.7km, Caltrain - 4th & King Street Station - 1.8km
Underground station: BART - Powell St. Station - 400 m, BART - Civic Center Station - 800 m
Bus stop - 100 m

Rooms

Guest accommodations are appointed with internet access, flat-screen TVs, working desks, stocked mini bars, sleight beds and CD players.

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Standard Room King Size Bed - 24m²		Check Prices
Life becomes theatre in this striking space, featuring beautifully crafted furniture custom-designed by Philippe Starck. English sycamore is accented by velvet, leather and chrome. A wooden “wheelbarrow” chair inspired by Man Ray is illuminated by a custom Venetian Murano glass lamp. The luxurious 400 thread count bedding, down duvet and Merino wool blanket are a perfect complement to the room’s muted elegance, contributing to its superbly sensual, tactile quality. Indulge in lavish MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities or enjoy entertainment on demand and in-room wireless.
Superior Room King Size Bed or Double Beds or Quad - 29m²		Check Prices
The beautifully crafted furniture in this room includes a Starck-designed English sycamore custom sleigh bed and, inspired by artist Man Ray, a whimsical wood chair in the form of a wheelbarrow. Floor-to-ceiling mirrors create a soothing ‘infinity effect.’ Sumptuous MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities refresh and restore. Enjoy the state-of-the-art entertainment center and wireless access when you want to tune in or log on. Revel in the luxurious 400 thread count Italian percale bedding, down duvet and imported Merino wool throw blanket when it’s time to rest.
Deluxe Room City view King Size Bed or Double Beds or Quad - 39m²		Check Prices
Dive into the best of everything: beautifully crafted and detailed furniture designed by Philippe Starck, lavish 400 thread count Italian percale bedding, down duvet and pillows, entertainment on demand, in-room wireless and luxurious MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities. Your every need is met in style. And with panoramic views of San Francisco, it’s easy to enjoy everything around you, both inside and out.
Studio Bay view King Size Bed - 44m²		Check Prices
The Studio King is generously proportioned and elegantly decorated with luxurious fabrics, including silk, leather and velvet. Tranquil shades of grey and lavender combine to create a richly layered and sophisticated tonal experience. Transparent orange acrylic tables lend a dash of vibrant color and floor-to-ceiling mirrors reflect the roseate Bay Area light. Philippe Starck’s brilliant design extends to the bathroom, where a molded porcelain and white maple sink glows from within. Restore and refresh with MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities.
Loft King Size Bed or Double Beds - 48m²		Check Prices
This spacious and elegant room surrounds you with richly layered and sophisticated design. From the English sycamore custom-made sleigh bed to a soothing yet stimulating lavender and tangerine color palette to the Louis XVI-inspired armchair designed by Philippe Starck, everything showcases inspired luxury. Floor-to-ceiling mirrors capture and reflect the light. An inventively stocked bar satisfies any appetite, while MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities and sumptuous Italian percale linens soothe the body and soul.
Suite King Size Bed - 67m²		Check Prices
You’ll find every need met and your desires fulfilled in this generous suite, a harmonious blend of comfort and high style. Custom-designed furniture by Philippe Starck features English sycamore, velvet, leather and chrome. A wooden “wheelbarrow” chair inspired by Man Ray is illuminated by a custom Venetian Murano glass lamp. A formal dining room is ready for entertaining. The custom 400 thread count bedding, down duvet and imported Merino wool blanket enfold you in lavish softness. Luxurious MALIN+GOETZ bath products offer another opportunity to indulge.
Deluxe Suite King Size Bed - 85m²		Check Prices
A haven of luxury, this suite offers high ceilings, a formal dining room and a sumptuous oversized bathroom with dressing area. Enjoy fine linens, MALIN+GOETZ bath amenities and a state-of-the-art entertainment center. Beautifully crafted and detailed furniture designed by Philippe Starck features English sycamore, silk, leather, velvet, chrome and Venetian Murano glass. Outfitted in tranquil and warm shades of ivory, grey and lavender, this divine space exudes a sensual softness that is a welcome counterpoint to the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Dining options

An American breakfast is served from 7am till 10am Monday-Friday and from7am till 11am on weekends.

The Velvet Room Restaurant offers various dishes, drinks and plenty of entertainments to its guests every day till 11pm.

A full breakfast is served and charges are applicable. You can start your day with a buffet breakfast, which costs USD 30 per person per night. A american breakfast is served at the price of USD 40 per person per night.

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Work

The Hotel Clift includes eight meeting rooms, aimed at providing all needed business services.
A 24-hour business center features computers, printers and a fax.
Wi-Fi internet is offered at USD14.95 per day.

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Leisure

The fitness center is open for 24 hours for the hotel guests.
The Living room, located next to the main lobby, is a perfect place to relax after a long day.

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Facilities

General	Parking (fee required) Car rental Currency exchange Elevator Multilingual staff Boutiques 24-Hour Front Desk Tour desk Gift/News stand Florist Luggage storage Express check-out Gay friendly Doctor on call Concierge desk
Services	Laundry Massage services Dry cleaning
Room facilities	Non-smoking rooms Air conditioning Room service Heating Ironing facilities In-room safe Bathtub International calls CD player DVD player Turndown service Connecting rooms Shower Telephone Hair dryer
Dining facilities	Bar Restaurant Bar/Lounge
Business facilities	Wi-Fi Internet Business center High speed internet access Fax/photocopying Secretarial service
Meeting facilities	Conference facilities Meeting/banquet facilities Video tapes
Facilities for people with disabilities	Rooms/facilities for people with disabilities
Leisure and relaxation facilities	Swimming pool Indoor swimming pool Bicycle rentals Solarium Health club Tennis Fitness center
Internet	Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms and the rate is USD 14.95 per day
Guest Parking	Private hotel parking is possible on site and the rate is .

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Guest feedback

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Nice bar, very noisy and crowded late night.
The room was spotless, the food there was good.
The location is excellent, the hotel lobby is quite nice and staff is very friendly and accomodating.

Average guest rating

Good

3.2

Based on 32 reviews

Policies

Check-In	from 3 pm
Check-Out	until 12 pm
Children and extra beds	All children under the age of 18 may stay free of charge when using existing bedding. There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets	Pets are not allowed

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What's nearby?

American Conservatory Theater, where guests can enjoy classic plays together with contemporary modern plays, is 100m from the hotel.
Theater district, often called a “cultural center of the city”, is situated nearly 150m away.
Union Square with its inspiring lights and attractions for the whole family is situated 500m from the hotel.
Lotta’s Fountain, devoted to a famous singer and dancer, is 700m.
Westfield San Francisco Center Shopping Mall with countless shopping outlets is situated 600m from the hotel.

Popular areas	Nob Hill - 400 m
General	Grace Cathedral - 500 m
Shopping Areas	Union square - 300 m
Amusement	Fascination - 500 m
Museums	California Assembly of Local - 200 m San Francisco Performances Inc - 300 m Jewish Museum San Francisco - 400 m Silent Film Festival - 400 m California Poets in the School - 400 m Luggage Store - 500 m
Halls	Post Street Pavilion - 200 m Renaissance Ballroom - 200 m P S 449 Performance Studios - 300 m
Universities, Institutes	Career Resources Development - 200 m Great Western University - 300 m Jean Shelton Acting School - 300 m Trinity College - 400 m Fashion Institute of Design - 400 m Cal Dream Svc - 400 m Accent Study Abroad - 400 m Brandon College - 400 m
Theaters	Curran Theatre - 100 m Geary Theatre - 100 m American Conservatory Theater - 500 m
Medical care and Hospitals	Saint Francis Memorial Hosp - 500 m
Underground Railway Stations	BART - Powell St. Station - 400 m
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Getting there

San Francisco Airport is located within a 20-minute drive by taxi from the hotel.
By private car it will cost USD139 to reach the hotel.
By taxi it costs USD45 to get to the hotel.
Shuttle, which you may take directly at the airport, costs USD15.
By BART it costs $5.15 per person.
Take the Blue line towards Dublin/Pleasanton to the Powell Street stop. Exit and start going north on Powell Street. Walk three blocks and then make a left on Geary. Walk two more blocks. Clift is located at 495 Geary Street.

Getting around

The Bart Market Street and Powell Street station is situated within walking distance from the hotel.
The bus stops and cable cars are located nearby the hotel.
Valet parking is provided at the hotel at USD50 per day.

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The Clift Hotel San Francisco Reviews

Guest reviews are submitted by our customers after their stay at The Clift Hotel San Francisco

Average guest rating:

3.2Based on 32 reviews

Dining 2.4
Location 4.1
Rooms 3.0
Service 2.8
Value 3.2

Individual guest reviews

Reviews are ordered by language and date with a maximum of 25 reviews.

Clift Hotel San Francisco
Staff is very friendly - Internet in room is $10.00 per day - There is a parking lot 30 yards away
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Walls are paper thin - Breakfast quality was good - Free well equiped gym - Bar is very crowded
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Lobby and bar are cool - Bathroom was super tiny - Decor was beautiful, silks and soft colors
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Room was clean and very posh - Beds have silky sheets - Front desk service was not very friendly
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Rooms were decent - Hotel is great for union square - Staff were very helpful - Bed was nice and comfy
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 3.9

Great staff, good bar.

Room decor was tacky poor soundproofing, bathroom were a tab smaller then expected.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.4

Good bar and some great restaurants.

Bathroom light switch on opposite side of bathroom door was poor design, room was small.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Value
- 4 Dining
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.4

Locations very good and staffs friendly and polite, great hotel, nice lobby bar. Comfortable bed.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 3 Rooms
- 5 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.1

The location was close to Union Square is a good base to explore sf, the staff is great and the Redwood Room is a gorgeous historic bar.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.1

Good location, great hotel bar and i liked the simple chic style of the room. Nice and attentive staff, wonderful bed.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 3 Location
- 5 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 5 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.1

Good location and design oriented portrayal. Great ambiance in the lobby and professional staff. Bed very comfortable, liked the duvet and nice bartender in the bar.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 5 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.1

The service was good and the location ideal for getting around the city, hotel was simply perfect. Bar staff were arragont and rude.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 3 Rooms
- 5 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 3.9

Location front desk and good value. Great lobby, friendly helpful staff and i really really liked the room. Nice bar, very noisy and crowded late night.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 4 Service
- 4 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.4

Fantastic location for all of the Downtown activities and good atmosphere. Great lobby bar, the staff attractive and courteous, nice beds.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 5 Value
Clift Hotel San Francisco
Average rating: 4.3

Fantastic location and great place, good service.

Only the dull lighting in the public areas and no free coffee in lobby. The bathrooms were also tiny.
My ratings for this hotel are:
- 4 Location
- 4 Rooms
- 5 Service
- 4 Value