San Francisco
$165—Member-loved San Francisco hotel w/$109 in perks
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco
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Why We Love This Deal
With a near-perfect approval rating from Travelzoo members, this stylish San Francisco hotel has one of the best locations less than 2 blocks from Union Square. It's also a favorite for its spacious rooms and exceptional staff.
Save 48%–53% on stays through December, including weekends. This exclusive offer includes larger, upgraded rooms and a $70 daily breakfast credit.
What's Included
- Stay in an Executive King Room through December
- $165 per night … Thursdays–Sundays
- $185 per night … Mondays–Wednesdays
- Junior Suite Kings are also exclusively priced
- Additional member perks:
- Waived destination fee (reg. $39 plus tax, per day); this covers basic Wi-Fi, two bottled waters in room on arrival, daily $10 food-and-beverage credit and more
- Daily full American breakfast for two ($70 value, per day)
- Guaranteed 1 p.m. late checkout, upon request
What You Need to Know
- Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made prior to 4 p.m. local time, 24 hours before arrival
- Price based on up to 2 guests sharing an Executive King Room and 3 in a Junior Suite King
- Children 18 and under stay free of charge when using existing hotel bedding
- Pet-friendly; additional fees apply
- For more details, see Policies and Amenities sections
Enjoyed This
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"The room was huge, and the additions that were included with our Travelzoo booking were wonderful. The staff was very friendly, and the food in the restaurant was great. It was a very pleasant stay."
Rae
Mar 21, 2026 - Fort Collins, CO, USA
Why We Love This Hotel
- The award-winning Redwood Room is a must-visit for cocktails and live music
- The hotel bar infuses its cocktails with honey produced in its rooftop bee sanctuary
- There's a 24-hour gym featuring a Peloton Bike
- Don't miss the Instagrammable 8-foot-tall “Big Chair" (Tip: look underneath the chair)
Amenities
General
- Bar
- Gym / fitness center
- Restaurant
- Nightlife / entertainment
- Pet-friendly
- 100% smoke-free
Services
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Security (24 hours)
- Concierge service
- Business center
- ATM
Room amenities
- Air-conditioning
- Central heating
- Coffee- / tea-making facilities
- Fridge
- Iron and ironing board
- Pay-per-view / movies on demand
- Safe
- Sitting area (in some rooms)
- TV
Internet
- Wi-Fi (included in property fee)
Bathroom
- Hair-dryer
- Separate shower
- Toiletries
- Bathtub or shower
Parking
- Public car park (fees apply)
Accessibility
Some accessibility features may not be available in all rooms. Please coordinate with the hotel directly before you travel.
- Accessible bathroom (in some rooms)
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible pool area
- Accessible restaurant
- Accessible spa
- ADA-compliant rooms
- Facilities for guests with special needs
- Roll-in shower (in some rooms)
- Wheelchair accessible
Policies
Check-in:
Standard Time is 3pm.
Minimum age required to check in: 18.
Checkout:
Standard Time is 11am. When booking the "Travelzoo Deal" rate, Travelzoo members are eligible for guaranteed late checkout at 1 p.m., upon request.
Children and additional guests:
Children 18 and under stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
Crib/Pack 'n Play available upon request: free of charge.
Extra bedding available upon request: $40 plus tax, per night.
Extra guest charges will apply as follows:
$20 plus tax per night for older children and adults.
Pets:
If you require a pet-friendly room, please contact the hotel directly before you travel. A nonrefundable fee of US$75 per room, per stay will be charged upon arrival.
Pets are allowed on request.
Fees:
Parking is available at local public parking garages; fees apply and may vary. The destination fee covers:
When booking the "Travelzoo Deal" , Travelzoo members are eligible for: waived destination fee.
Additional details: Some amenities and services may be limited or closed during your visit; please contact the hotel for more details.
About the Hotel
Have a Question?
- 1-877-665-0000 U.S. and Canada (toll-free)
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Member Services available
Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm ET
Sat-Sun, 12-5pm ET
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
It is the responsibility of the hotel chain and/or the individual property to ensure the accuracy of the photos displayed. Travelzoo is not responsible for any inaccuracies in the photos.
*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Enjoyed This
(308 Member Ratings)
(308 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Clift-Royal Sonesta Hotel over the past 15 months.
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Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for The Clift-Royal Sonesta Hotel over the past 15 months.
4.8
Ambiance
4.6
Location
4.8
Rooms
4.9
Quality of Service
4.8
Value for the Money
Enjoyed Most
The staff were so friendly and helpful. Our room was very comfortable and roomy.
Michael
Jun 11, 2026
Spring, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
Love staying at the hotel, the rooms are clean and comfortable and the rate Travelzoo offers is an incredible deal!
Other Comments
Parking is offsite at a parking structure around the block. The rate is $38.00 for a 24 hour period or $42 for in & out access.
Vicki
Jun 09, 2026
Mission Viejo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The value we got from this deal was excellent. The rooms were huge and clean.
Heather
Jun 09, 2026
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Enjoyed Most
This is my go-to place to stay in SF. Was offered a no cost top floor room upgrade. We have visited this place so many times that the restaurant staff remembers us. Overall nice place to stay and a great location.
Other Comments
I hope travelzoo will continue to offer discounted rooms at this hotel because I wanna go back
Michael
Jun 08, 2026
Ben Lomond, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
An enjoyable stay.Well worth it.
Michael S
May 25, 2026
Hayward, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Room was spacious and clean, could've added a microwave tho, bathroom nicely updated, breakfast was good at the resturant, lobby was nice and large with seating
Other Comments
The fact I had to come to the hotel to ask about my room availability instead of getting an notification like Marriott when my room is ready. Also no hotel parking big bummer and lastly house keeping kept disturbing me before time to check out. And the light sensor in bathroom doesn't stay on long unless right in front of the sensor
Damian
May 24, 2026
Richmond, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Retired from Marin
Carol
May 24, 2026
Fairfax, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Good hotel. Marginal neighborhood.. Constant big city noise
Robert
May 24, 2026
Folsom, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
very nice stay again.
Victor
May 22, 2026
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Convenient. Friendly. Great amenities including breakfast.
Nancy
May 22, 2026
Napa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
My son and I attended a gala nearby and stayed one night at the hotel. The rooms were comfortable and the Redwood room food, bar and service were excellent! We will definitely go again. Perfectly located at Union Square.
Other Comments
We enjoyed the breakfast as well!
Patricia
May 11, 2026
Lafayette, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent corner room with views of the street. Super quiet and extremely comfortable. Loved the shower but not the products. Soft towels.
Rosemary
May 11, 2026
Camarillo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
It’s great hotel, and affordable thanks to the Travelzoo deal. The included breakfast is excellent.
John
May 11, 2026
Truckee, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Overall nice place and a good value. The free breakfast with the Travel Zoo promotion was really good a valuable perk
Ken
May 08, 2026
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Other Comments
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Sandra
May 04, 2026
Carrollton, TX, USA
Enjoyed Most
This hotel is beautiful. The staff are lovely. The king room is huge, very clean and nice. I felt safe staying there a solo female. The gym is nice, the breakfast next door was excellent. I will def be back.
MARISA
Apr 30, 2026
Walnut Creek, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The property exceeded our expectations.
Other Comments
The breakfast was perfect.
derek
Apr 27, 2026
Aptos, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great location and fantastic breakfast including the stay!!
Holly
Apr 27, 2026
Martinez, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great find on travelzoo! The hotel is beautiful and classy, rooms were clean and spacious. Extra kudos for being pet friendly. Located next to union square and multiple parking garages nearby for about $40/night. Breakfast credit at the attached restaurant was great. Felt like we received a lot of value. Would definitely return!
Vinh
Apr 20, 2026
Lathrop, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We had a really lovely time and it was a great package deal. Great location and clean! We got an upgrade to a junior suite which was a lovely surprise for my birthday trip. The Concierge was helpful in finding a good parking spot for an excursion the day we left and all of the staff were very helpful and nice. We did get a drink at the redwood room on site and later in the evening they even had a live band which was a nice surprise as well. The breakfast place has seating but you order at the counter. We made mimosas by getting individual prosecco bottles and the freshly squeezed juice at Fredricks to utilize part of the credit for breakfast but they have a menu posted online as well. (No strong gluten free options which was a bummer for me, but to be expected.) We definitely would consider coming back.
Ana
Apr 12, 2026
West Sacramento, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
loved it
richard
Mar 29, 2026
San Martin, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The check in and check out was with ease , very friendly staff . Rooms are large and comfortable , even though we had a street facing room our room was quiet . Breakfasts are wonderful and the staff is also very accommodating and patient . The location is excellent .
James
Mar 29, 2026
Brentwood, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The room was huge, and the additions that were included with our Travelzoo booking were wonderful. The staff was very friendly, and the food in the restaurant was great. It was a very pleasant stay.
Rae
Mar 21, 2026
Fort Collins, CO, USA
Enjoyed Most
This was one of the best hotel experiences I have had as an adult. The room was very clean and spacious! The staff was very friendly, from the person there during the day to the young lady who checked us in and out after midnight and at 3:30am!
Will
Mar 04, 2026
Johns Creek, GA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Weekend away to celebrate our anniversary. The hotel was great. Staff was wonderful.
Kris
Mar 03, 2026
Sonoma, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The staff, rooms, and location are great
Other Comments
We’ve stayed here 3 times in the last few months. We have 2 up coming reservations. A great way to spend time in the city I was born and raised in.
Alan
Mar 01, 2026
San Mateo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
excellent hotel stay
Other Comments
Thank you for making our 2 night stay so enjoyable.
Victor
Feb 28, 2026
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great value. Great breakfasts! Big room.
Joan
Feb 23, 2026
West Hollywood, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
It’s a nice hotel in a good location. Close to Union Square & BART station. Bathroom counter was small. Bed was quite uncomfortable, sloped to center & did not provide support. Biggest issue, however, was the thin walls. They are VERY THIN and you can hear everything going on in the room nextdoor and the elevator shaft.
Gail
Feb 19, 2026
Mesa, AZ, USA
Enjoyed Most
great!
John
Feb 17, 2026
Hollister, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful! 2 blocks from Union Square.
Carolyn
Feb 17, 2026
Orangevale, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The room itself was quite large, very modern and stark in decor (which doesn't appeal to me, but I know it is the trend), the bed was very comfortable, the location was a few steps away from the Curran Theater. The Redwood Room cocktail lounge is gorgeous but when we went in after the theater that night, the music was so loud that we couldn't stay and took our drinks to our room.
Other Comments
Hotels at this level usually included a terry robe for use during the stay. I had packed with this in mind for our one night stay, but was disappointed to find that they didn't have this amenity. I wish we had been able to enjoy the ambience of the Redwood Room. It doesn't open until 5 pm, because of dinner and theater plans we weren't able to get in when it might have been quieter.
Lane
Feb 16, 2026
Novato, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
we love The Clift and Ted (one of the mixologists) at The Redwood Room
Patrick
Feb 02, 2026
Palo Alto, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Our group was 2 girls...over 80 years...the staff at the front desk, the breakfast cafe, and bar were kind and efficient. The concierge, Steven, was very friendly and he suggested several restaurants and places to see.
Other Comments
Very close to everything...including Union Square and the parking garage on Mason.
The room was perfect. We liked the couch separate from the beds so we could more easily watch TV.
Linda
Feb 02, 2026
San Jose, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Good location, large room, great deal using Travelzoo especially since the breakfast was included. Lot parking close by.
Lois
Jan 27, 2026
Truckee, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We were so impressed with this hotel. The staff was very friendly. The hotel was modern and clean. Our room was huge with tons of natural light. The bar was hopping with a great dj. The breakfast was delicious and in such a lovely space. We will for sure go back to this hotel. Great location as well. So close to Union Square.
Allison
Jan 25, 2026
Pleasanton, CA, USA
Other Comments
the room was on fourth floor and facing the main street. it was very noisy and I had to use ear plugs. I was on the verge of requesting new room.
jaime
Jan 21, 2026
Seattle, WA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful. The hotel was lovely, the staff was so friendly, and the room was large and comfortable with a beautiful view. Beds were great! I was with my two grown daughters and we had a wonderful time. The location of the hotel was perfect for everything we wanted to do.
Other Comments
The staff was very responsive to any of our needs. The beds were wonderful! Breakfast at the hotel was great.
ABBEY LOUISE
Jan 20, 2026
El Cerrito, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Love this hotel
Other Comments
Will be back!
dana
Jan 20, 2026
Redondo Beach, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Good location to muni and shopping.
Other Comments
Very clean, good value with breakfast included
Michele
Jan 20, 2026
Reno, NV, USA
Enjoyed Most
We had a great time at your hotel. The rooms were comfortable and the staff were friendly and accommodating at all times.
Douglas
Jan 20, 2026
Oakland, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Accommodations and hotel staff were great!
Mark
Jan 14, 2026
Roseville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I always had a good time at Clift but we got the room at 4th floor and it is a bit noisy as you can hear all the street traffic but otherwise it is a excellent stay.
Neren
Jan 02, 2026
San Jose, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Fredericks has good food
Other Comments
No valet parking
No shower wand, just an overhead rain shower head so hard to wash
Kathryn
Jan 02, 2026
Santa cruz, CA, USA
Other Comments
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful hotel. Rooms were clean, staff is excellent and location is perfect.
Joyce
Jan 01, 2026
Watsonville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Our first time at the Clift Hotel. Our room was very big and very bright, something unusual for most hotels. The location is ideal as it is a short walk to Union Square and the Curran and ACT theatres. It’s also comforting to stay in an older building that has charm to it. The Clift Hotel is now our GO TO HOTEL.
David
Dec 30, 2025
Auburn, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great service, lovely room.
Adam
Dec 29, 2025
Woodbridge, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I liked the spacious room we received with a dining credit of $70 for two per day with a $10 drink credit too. That was a bonus, but overall it was ok, except for the false fire alarm that made us panic and had to quickly gather ourselves to safety. I don’t think I’d stay there again, but for the modest price I guess it’s okay.
Other Comments
The shower was slow and water was coming out of the spout at a very minimal speed that made it really hard to rinse off. Also, there was no valet parking which sucked to the core with a family haven’t to lug our heavy belongings without any persons to help us. Lastly, the employees at the restaurant inside the hotel weren’t quite friendly. Most had bad attitudes that made the dining experience unpleasant. Only a few tried their best to smile and have a positive vibe, but most were grumpy and a look of annoyance to have them asked for anything that made them have to walk to get utensils or a box to go.
sue
Dec 29, 2025
San Gabriel, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Loved everything about this hotel. Great location & staff, clean, enjoyed the breakfast credits and bar area. Wished the cafe was open longer. Also, the second night of our stay someone checked in next to us and we could hear them talking all night and in the morning. There was only a small door separating our rooms. Maybe replacing it with double sound proof doors to help with privacy and noise..
Stacy
Dec 25, 2025
Santa Monica, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Clean, modern, stylish hotel, welcoming staff, great location.
Danielle
Dec 22, 2025
Petaluma, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We had a lovely stay at the Clift. The rooms were comfortable, attractive and large. We like how the rate included the resort fee and breakfast.
Margaret
Dec 22, 2025
Sonoma, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Outstanding staff. Great room and location.
Other Comments
Being born and raised in the City this hotel has that old San Francisco feel
Alan
Dec 18, 2025
San Mateo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Clift is a very comfortable Hotel and the staff was pleasant and helpful.
Other Comments
Value for the money is great because of the TravelZoo deal: no $35 city tax and excellent breakfast included. Without that, we would have stayed somewhere else.
John
Dec 17, 2025
Truckee, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent hotel, stylish and huge room. Great location for Union Square sightseeing. Frederick’s is a good place for breakfast (a tad pricey).
June
Dec 16, 2025
Pleasanton, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel
Andrea
Dec 15, 2025
San Francisco, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Even though we are locals, we have stayed many times in SF and have to say this was one of the best hotels we have stayed at. The staff was wonderful, the ambience was great, and the location was perfect for ease of walking to many restaurants, shops and other sites of interest.
Other Comments
All was exceptional except for the housekeeping services. Upon check in, our attendant taking our luggage to our room, came back down and told the front desk that the room we were supposed to occupy smelled like cigarettes! This is a non-smoking property! They did accommodate us to another room immediately, but was shocked that housekeeping did not raise the issue before saying our room was available! Secondly, during our stay, we noticed a used floss pick on a dining chair!!!! We had to call down and ask them to see what was found. They showed up hours later! Finally, after cleaning of our room after the first night, they did not replace the water bottles for the coffee machine! The coffee reservoir was not portable!!! Again, all other services and staff were impeccable!
Michael
Dec 15, 2025
Dublin, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Spacious rooms. Comfortable beds. Great breakfast. Welcoming staff.
Marna
Dec 14, 2025
San Mateo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Everything was great except the check-in clerk. But the rest of the staff wS wonderful. My only other issue was being located next to the staff/maintenance room. They kept slamming the door. At least it was after 9am.
Jacalyn
Dec 12, 2025
Scottsdales, AZ, USA
Enjoyed Most
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Clift Hotel.
Other Comments
We had an absolutely wonderful time prior to our cruise and would highly recommend The Clift to others.
D Patton
Dec 08, 2025
East Providence, RI, USA
Enjoyed Most
Very nice rooms and other benefits are included with this offer- breakfast is great. Location is also great. We liked it so much we are going back in a few months!
Linda
Dec 08, 2025
Blackhawk, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
This was our second time staying here and the experience was better than the first time.
We had a great time , the staff was very helpful with any needs.
Other Comments
The location is just far enough from the major foot traffic but in walking distance to Union square .
Richard
Dec 08, 2025
Sacramento, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful staff. Everyone was so friendly.
The room was spacious and new. Just beautiful! Very nice street view.
Had drinks in the bar - so good and excellent service! Also had breakfast which was very good and efficient. Loved everything about this hotel.
We will be going back.
michelle
Dec 07, 2025
San Ramon, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Perfect, except the bed was a bit too soft for me.
Other Comments
Excellent package.
Staff was perfect, always there but not overbearing.
Excellent breakfast.
Loved the Redwood Room. Keep it open at least five days a week!
Dan
Dec 05, 2025
Napa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Staff is always kind and helpful. Breakfast is great. Lots of good options and it's included for travelzoo members. Room price is fantastic but they always give us a lower floor. I might ask for a higher floor upgrade to see if they will give it to me for a fee next time. We'll be back.
Other Comments
Great location. Beds and bedding very nice. Fantastic staff. Noisy HVAC. Not great tv selection.
Michael
Dec 02, 2025
Ben Lomond, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
It was in the heart of Union Square
Other Comments
This was a gift and the credit card that the coupon was purchased with was not available for the hotel to charge. The couple visiting also were told check out was at 11 whereas the coupon stated that a late check out was included
Liz
Dec 01, 2025
Concord, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
nice upgrade provided since we were celebrating a birthday
Joel
Nov 24, 2025
Aptos, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent hotel, beautiful rooms and shower was amazing! We were lucky that the Redwood Room was open, it was the highlight of our stay, Jackie was the best bartender anyone could have, very attentive and friendly. I hope they keep it open daily. On booking, it said the Redwood Room are closed on Sundays and Mondays. Highly recommend this hotel. Just be aware, no parking in the hotel, but plenty of choices nearby.
Mirasol
Nov 20, 2025
Brentwood, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
One of the best Hotel experiences that I have had in the US Rooms were spacious the amenities were nice, bottled water, K cup coffee & tea, Refrigerator & Microwave & the staff was very friendly &accommodating
Other Comments
Thank you we will see you on Dec, 6th!
Chris
Nov 19, 2025
Oakdale, CA, USA
Other Comments
We had a nice time at this hotel. Only concern would be the cost of the breakfast restaurant.
John
Nov 15, 2025
Portland, OR, USA
Enjoyed Most
A good experience from start to finish. Rooms and public areas excellent. Staff couldn’t be better.
Victor
Nov 15, 2025
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Professional, friendly, helpful staff. Great room with city view. Gorgeous bar inside hotel. The free breakfast included in the Travelzoo offer was incredible. This was our 2nd Travelzoo booking at this hotel in the past 6 months.
Bonnie
Nov 13, 2025
San Rafael, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I gave it 5 stars for "Value for the Money" only because of the TravelZoo discounts: included breakfast and no $35 city tax. Otherwise it would be too expensive.
Other Comments
Our room was very pleasant and front desk staff was cheerful and helpful.
John
Nov 11, 2025
Truckee, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Spent one night for my birthday. The rooms are very large and nicely decorated. Breakfast in the attached restaurant was very good. We wish the bar/lounge had been open the night we were there as we hear it is amazing. Close to theater and Union Square if that is your destination this hotel would be good. Does not offer parking but a valet lot is very close.
Norma
Nov 11, 2025
Roseville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Fantastic stay! Clean, big rooms, friendly staff, great value! Will definitely stay again.
Karen
Nov 11, 2025
Forestville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Good sized room, cleanliness, additional perks to spend within the hotel. Location
Carmelo
Nov 10, 2025
Elk Grove, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
A perfect overnight stay in the City. Nice room, great staff, and an excellent breakfast. We would stay here again.
Alan
Nov 10, 2025
San Mateo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Travelzoo deal came with a discounted price, included an amazing breakfast each day in the attached restaurant, one free drink in the hotel bar each night. Add all this to the wonderful clerk who when asked, upgraded us to a junior suite with a view. What’s not to like?
Robert
Nov 07, 2025
San Diego, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great check in experience. Allowed to check in early. Corner room with a view. Great breakfast included in package.
Jacqueline
Oct 30, 2025
Portland, OR, USA
Enjoyed Most
The staff at the hotel were all very lovely and helpful. Big shout-out to Tony who answered all of my questions.
Brian C
Oct 30, 2025
Chula Vista, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent hotel, breakfast was very good and staff were great!
Other Comments
I especially like the scent in the lobby. It was nice and clean.
Sharon
Sep 23, 2025
Tampa, FL, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent breakfast. Beautiful bar and lobby. Our junior suite was very lovely.
Ann
Sep 22, 2025
Laguna hills, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I lucked out with a great room--14th floor, corner, could see the bay :-)
Other Comments
I was content, wonderful room--only down sides for me: the parking was terribly expensive —but oh well. And the touted "Redwood Room," a stylish bar but with no windows--was extremely dark! and had very little food.
Mary K
Sep 15, 2025
Aptos, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Travelzoo add-ons (breakfast and a dining credit) added a lot of value. Rooms are clean and modern, staff are friendly and helpful. The only downside we encountered was poor soundproofing between rooms. Ours had a door to an interconnected room, and we could hear everything happening in that room. Not sure if soundproofing is as bad in rooms without that interconnection.
Nicole
Sep 11, 2025
Milwaukee, WI, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful experience, beautiful hotel, and location and a great through travel zoo. The staff went out of their way to make you comfortable.
Other Comments
Just fantastic.
Jo-Ann
Sep 05, 2025
Woodbridge Township, NJ, USA
Enjoyed Most
Amazing value for SF!! We enjoyed the daily breakfast included in the rate and waived resort fee..
Geoff
Sep 02, 2025
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great- clean, large rooms, and enjoyed the fitness facility. Lovely breakfast!
dana
Sep 02, 2025
Redondo Beach, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Lovely older hotel.
Great quiet large room with comfortable beds. The only downside of the room is the shower which only has rainfall head and no handheld or fixed shower head. The water preasure was pretty low and thus showering took a bit of time.
Meals in the Redwood Room and in Fredericks were very good but rather pricey. Fortunately the F&B credit ( Hooray for Travelzoo!) Covered it all.
I would definitely return to the Clift Royal Sonesta.
BERT
Aug 25, 2025
San Marino, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Travelzoo deal was a great value. Everything went smoothly.
Other Comments
Our trip to SF was to celebrate my wife's birthday, and the Clift Royal Sonesta exceeded our expectations. We would stay there again!
Carl
Aug 24, 2025
San Ramon, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Very nice hotel…Redwood Room was beautiful.
Other Comments
Front desk was a little slow.
Jennie
Aug 19, 2025
Milpitas, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The staff in every area of the hotel was beyond courteous, helpful and professional. The room was better than described, spacious and well-appointed Junior Suite. And the food and food service was exceptional in both restaurants. One of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had.
Other Comments
I can’t wait to return!
Bonnie
Aug 18, 2025
Lathrop, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The photos of the lobby of the hotel are a little misleading. The entry does not come across as quite as spectacular. However, it's not bad either. The bar/restaurant was very nice, although we didn't eat there, we had drinks the bartender was very friendly. We wished it opened before 5:00. All the staff were great. The morning breakfast was not great but good and they have that system down so the line moves fast. The guest services guy Steve was GREAT! He got us a short notice reservation at an AMAZING Italian restaurant just a 5 minute walk away. The rooms were large, and quiet. The beds could use an upgrade but not horrible. We had to Uber whenever we left the hotel. Walking to the ballpark or the wharf is just not realistic even for the best. It's just long boring walks (lots of hills) and wastes time. Uber were easy to get however, reasonable when sharing the ride with our friends and fast. One of the BEST things about this Travel Zoo package was the credits. $72.00 + 50.00 + 10.00--PER DAY! We were able to have a nice cook to order breakfast, and drinks at the bar each day and didn't use all our credits. That with the great price on the room would have me coming back. Parking is right across the street...not overly inconvenient and not that expensive for the city.
Kristy
Aug 15, 2025
Bella Vista, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Our family of four (including a 6- and 8-year-old) had an amazing stay at the Clift Royal Sonesta this past weekend. The hotel’s central location puts you in the heart of all the sights and is within easy walking distance to trains, bus routes, cable cars, the baseball stadium, and Chinatown, with simple access to Uber/Lyft as well. The highlight was the front doorman, whose warmth and quick attention made the kids smile every day—he even shared little “secrets” about the giant lobby chair! The breakfast was AMAZING: my husband loved the perfectly cooked Eggs Benedict, while the kids devoured the fruit cup and delicious pancakes. Our room was quiet (away from the elevators), spacious, clean, and comfy. If we visit San Francisco again, we’d definitely stay at the Clift Royal Sonesta.
Andrew
Aug 13, 2025
South Pasadena, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel within walking distance of many attractions
Other Comments
Please do this special again for 2026!
Linda
Aug 11, 2025
Roseville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Really great staff. Breakfast was made to order. Loved the room and the bar. Excellent value.
Karen
Aug 11, 2025
Penn Valley, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Staff was exceptional, value was exceptional. I didn't realize breakfast was included which was a giant value, as well as the resort fee.
Other Comments
Staff was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Have stayed in the city a lot, in various spots. Typically stay in Marriott properties. This was a very good value.
Diane
Aug 05, 2025
Incline Village, NV, USA
Enjoyed Most
My husband and I stayed in SF to visit our son. The hotel was a great place to stay for 3 nights. The value was fantastic, we had a large room that was clean and comfortable.
Vicki
Aug 05, 2025
Mission Viejo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Lovely weekend spot in SF, easy to get everywhere.
Jeff
Aug 04, 2025
Davis, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
This booking through travel zoo was very high value.
George
Aug 02, 2025
Palm Springs, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Highly recommended. Great value for the room size, quality, and location. I appreciated having breakfast and additional food credit included with the stay.
Matt
Jul 31, 2025
Lynnwood, WA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent price for a very clean, spacious room in a great location. Inclusion of breakfast and other food credits was amazing, as the food would have been very expensive if not included.
Other Comments
Highly recommended. I hope a similar deal is available for this hotel next time we visit SF.
Matt
Jul 31, 2025
Lynnwood, WA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We enjoyed our stay very much.
Other Comments
We found the lack of a closet it our room strange but we managed. We would love to see this deal again. It was a great experience.
candice
Jul 29, 2025
San Dimas, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Clift is a beautiful hotel. Staff were pleasant, rooms very comfortable and relatively quiet despite being on a busy street. Food on site was excellent! The bar area is gorgeous and relaxing!
Karen
Jul 28, 2025
Granite Bay, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The hotel and staff were wonderful. However, the issues on the street were a lot to take in. I can’t say we felt safe walking around, especially at night. Not the hotels fault but definitely something to consider.
Other Comments
It was a great hotel. We enjoyed the restaurant and bar as well :)
Jacquelyn
Jul 26, 2025
Rocklin, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
good location for theatre, competent staff, nice rooms, Redwood Room is a great place for a drink.
Other Comments
All of your staff are welcoming. We enjoy the warm hospitality of Ted and Jackie in the Redwood Room. Hope to see you again in the future.
Victor
Jul 26, 2025
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Nice size room, hotel is nice, great ambience, breakfast bonus is a value. Overall , great value.
Kenneth
Jul 16, 2025
Irvine, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Most everything went well, but our room was near the elevators and the went late into the night and started very early in the A.M. If we would have been advised of this at check in we would have chosen another room. Also the water pressure in the shower was so low, you had a hard time rising the shampoo out of ones hair. it would take close to a half hour to complete a shower.
Other Comments
The complimentary breakfasts were a plus. It was nice to know you could eat on the premises without leaving the property.
Howard
Jul 15, 2025
SANTA ROSA VA, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I do like the friendly employees , the rooms are nice and large and comfortable . Very clean and the location is the best . We have stayed at this hotel in the past without any confusing billing problems .
Other Comments
When we arrived at the hotel the check in clerk wrote the credits on our room key envelope that stated $72 dollar breakfast credit , $50 beverage credit and a daily $10 credit applied to food or beverage . During our stay the computer system went down and they reverted to manually entering our charges and upon Check out could not verify our bill . They said they would email the receipt . When I got my receipt emailed , the hotel did not apply the credits to my account . When I contested the charges the breakfast credit is not actually $75 nor $72 as they charged and deducted $12 for gratuity and $7 tax so that they breakfast credit is really only $53. One would need a calculator to keep track of your breakfast charges. I did ask the cashier in the breakfast room if I was within my credit limit and both times he acknowledged that indeed we were . Then they did not apply the $50 beverage.credit nor the $10 daily food and beverage credit . Even though upon check in the front desk clerk clearly stated the credits , the hotel blamed Travelzoo for not applying the credit to the hotel . I only received $72 dollar refund . I am not sure if I would go back to their hotel as they placed the blame for their snafu upon Travelzoo. Computer failures happen but I expect a hotel of this caliber to keep better records and give their guests the benefit of the doubt especially when the guest has done nothing to trigger the problem . Did Travelzoo forget to apply the credits ?
James
Jul 11, 2025
Brentwood, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Clift is a beautiful hotel in a central location with friendly staff, great breakfasts, and a majestic bar.
Myrtle
Jul 09, 2025
Burbank, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I spent less than 12 hours at the hotel, as it was a single-night stay. So I didn't experience a lot of what the hotel had to offer. Front desk staff were great. Room was large, fresh and clean.
Other Comments
My stay included breakfast ( a $36 dollar credit at the breakfast restaurant) and a food and bev. credit, which applied to the mini-bar. However in my room, the mini-bar was empty, so I was unable to use the credit.
cyrus
Jul 03, 2025
Petaluma, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful time. Great staff; very helpful; clean hotel.
Other Comments
It's downtown San Franscio--drugs use and homeless an issue, but no one bother us.
Gene
Jun 28, 2025
Danville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We were delighted by our first-time stay at this hotel. The hotel itself was lovely. The gentleman at reception was friendly and welcoming. He reviewed all of our booking perks with us, which was appreciated. The room was spacious, clean and recently updated. The beds were comfortable; and, my favorite, the windows opened for fresh air! We had cocktails in The Redwood Room (a don’t miss experience) and breakfast in Fredericks. Both were excellent. The Union Square location is exactly what we wanted, with plenty of parking garages for our car and walking distance to great San Francisco restaurants. We had a fantastic weekend getaway and plan on putting the experience on repeat.
PAMELA
Jun 25, 2025
Yuba City, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Clean, comfortable hotel with an upscale feel. We really enjoyed our stay. Room was great. Front desk was kind and helpful. Enjoyed the attached restaurant.
Adam
Jun 25, 2025
Valencia, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Wonderful hotel! Staff was very nice, room clean, good food, nice bar and the TravelZoo deal was amazing!
Karen
Jun 23, 2025
Forestville, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We had a great time celebrating one night of our honeymoon at the Clift Royal Sonesta. The staff were kind and helpful. The hotel has a cafe and a historic bar. The food and beverage credit is nice, be aware that they do not cover taxes. There are a lot of tourism taxes in SF!
Chelsea
Jun 23, 2025
San Diego, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The hotel was beautiful and the staff was excellent! I would definitely come back and stay again.
Ferni
Jun 23, 2025
Soledad, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
excellent service and facilities
Other Comments
thanks for making our stay so enjoyable.
Victor
Jun 21, 2025
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great stay for a long weekend. Good location 2 blocks from Union Sq. Easy access to public transport. Additional perks make it a good value. Very nice staff.
Other Comments
An older hotel but it has been remodeled. We had an room with a connecting door which was not as soundproof as it could have been. Could hear the dog in the next room barking. Try to get a room that is not a connecting room.
Nancy
Jun 20, 2025
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Check-in was quick. The honored travel, zoos promo and credits.
Other Comments
Tony at the front desk was amazing. So was Winnie who cleaned my room.
I stayed at this hotel for other times and they have been wonderful stays. The breakfast is super yummy.
Elizabeth
Jun 17, 2025
Elk Grove, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The updates to the hotel are great. Always enjoy cocktails in the Redwood Room and our room was clean, comfortable spacious with a city view.
Other Comments
Breakfast at Fredricks was delicious. Look forward to returning.
Merrilee
Jun 16, 2025
Rancho Cordova, CA, USA
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The location was great and felt safe. Room was very spacious with a lovely view. The breakfast and other credits with the deal saved us a ton of money. Will definitely stay there again.
Abigail
Jun 16, 2025
Denver, CO, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent Customer Service throughout the entire stay from check in to the bar and restaurant. The rooms were large and the beds were very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Patricia
Jun 10, 2025
Litchfield Park, AZ, USA
Enjoyed Most
The Travelzoo price and perks were wonderful
Other Comments
Courteous staff, great location, beautiful lobby, large and clean room
Richard H Rechif
Jun 09, 2025
San Diego, CA, USA
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Fredericks was FANTASTIC!!!!!
Cheryl
Jun 09, 2025
Bridgewater, MA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I book this package from Travelzoo. it came with tons of amenities. The location is good, very near Union Square. The room was very roomy and bed was comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful
Mavis
Jun 09, 2025
San Jose, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Greatforour3 day trip.Closetotheater sherry,and Oracle stadium,
Other Comments
Veryhelpful staff.t7 Stylish hoteland bar
Donna
Jun 08, 2025
Santa Barbara, CA, USA
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Our favorite San Francisco hotel.
Kathleen
Jun 07, 2025
Placerville, CA, USA
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We enjoy the professional service throughout the hotel. We’ve stayed a number of times now and will certainly return. When one has a super view, it is great to have clean windows and these windows are clean. It seems like a small thing. But it’s the small things that make or break a good stay.
Victor
May 31, 2025
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Bad choice not recommend for this hotel
Other Comments
Bad service
Sureeporn
May 30, 2025
n.hollywood, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
I did need to moved away from the service elevator given the unnecessary noise but they were accommodating to my request. Did have an issue with my invoice but was able to rectify the charges in the end.
Other Comments
I would revisit but only if had similar discounts and perks
Janelle
May 27, 2025
Milton, MA, USA
Other Comments
Great staff!
Lori
May 27, 2025
Cloverdale, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Fabulous weekend away in SF. Enjoyed the Redwood Room and breakfast at Fredrick's. Fun, old school hotel with friendly staff and a great loctation.
Travis
May 27, 2025
Tacoma, WA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Hotel was full of charm and character. Bar was beautiful and staff was friendly. Breakfast was delicious
Tamara
May 26, 2025
Grass Valley, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great time there. Loved the hotel and the included breakfast. Red room was also amazing. The Bartenders Ted and Jackie were excellent!!
Valerie
May 25, 2025
Manassas, VA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We were just spending one day in San Francisco. The Clift was perfect! The rooms are spacious and we had a great breakfast there. We also enjoyed cocktails in the Redwood Room! I would definitely go back!
Marna
May 25, 2025
San Mateo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
It was great. The hotel staff were lovely and kind. The location is ideal
Julie
May 25, 2025
Sonora, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The facilities and staff were great. We really enjoyed our stay and the food.
Israly
May 24, 2025
Bethesda, MD, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel! Location is convenient. The staff was friendly and welcoming. The room was large and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Kristy
May 23, 2025
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Loved booking with Travelzoo for the perks
Other Comments
great hotel and staff
Helen
May 22, 2025
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Enjoyed Most
Extremely helpful staff. Conveniently located, Curran Theater is literally next-door.
Eileen
May 21, 2025
Salt lake city, UT, USA
Enjoyed Most
Just a beautiful experience!
Amber
May 21, 2025
Farmington, NM, USA
Enjoyed Most
I enjoyed my stay for the 1 night . I will definitely book this hotel again .
Richard
May 20, 2025
Sacramento, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Good service and staff, very helpful in all areas. Perks through Travel Zoo was great, no problems.
Other Comments
The area around the hotel was a little rough but I always felt safe when I walked through the doors. Hotel was clean and well kept up. Staff were professional and courteous. Very helpful concierge, when I had questions. Positive experience.
Deborah
May 20, 2025
Ontario, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great time - nice amenities - I expect to return.
Other Comments
Loved our stay - hope to return
Patrice
May 19, 2025
Sunnyvale, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great place to stay
James
May 14, 2025
Murrieta, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
The hotel is lovely. I visited the Redwood Room Bar when it first reopened as an Ian Schafer property. There was a definite buzz. The building is still there, but the buzz is gone. The beauty remains, but the sound has flown. The front desk staff were largely apathetic and uninterested at check-in, or any other time. No smiles or looking up. The manager said welcome back. No one else did even though they were not at all busy. The rooms were really nice. The restaurants served a limited breakfast, but it was good and ate staff friendly. They did not serve dinner. The bar served light snacks. Kind of a big miss not having a restaurant that doesn’t serve dinner in a big hotel? Concierge sat in a room by himself. You wouldn’t even know he was there. I think he preferred to be by himself. No help with bags was available arrival. Cleaning staff missed cleaning the room.
Stephen
May 12, 2025
Palm Springs, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Loved the hotel and location. Perfectly located in Union Square. Includes daily breakfast was extremely good with perfect service. Hotel room was large and quite comfortable. Hotel and Redwood Room were of historical significance to the city. All of the staff were courteous, always helpful and kind, and the room was cleaned, with bed linen and towels changed daily.
Erik
May 11, 2025
Charlotte, NC, USA
Enjoyed Most
The hotel was an overall good experience. The breakfast menu was fine; the prices would be high if not on a breakfast-included rate, Frederick's was an attractive space with friendly, helpful personnel. With my room rate some drinks or snacks were included in the Redwood Room lounge. That was a lovely space which was only open part of the week. For that reason I lost half of my drink allowance.
Other Comments
The man at the reception desk treated me like an interloper when I approached him to check in. I appeared with my small bags, but I'd had a breakdown of my cell phone and had trouble getting taxi or ride share. I was blown to bits and frozen, but that still doesn't excuse the "What do you want?" response I got as I, with great relief, finally stood in front of the first person I'd meet at the hotel. I'm pleased to say all other personal were efficient and competent.
Diane
May 06, 2025
San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Excellent hotel. Friendly Staff. Great Location
Sonia
May 05, 2025
Yuba City, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel and the extras were well worth booking here.
Other Comments
Great hotel. The redwood room is very nice. I wish they still had the DJ though
Lisa
May 04, 2025
Oakley, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
2nd tone staying here! Rooms are HUGE, beds comfortable! Staff was lovely. Having a $75 breakfast voucher and $50 in the redwood room made this the sweetest deal ever!
Joanna
Apr 29, 2025
Napa, CA, USA
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The hotel is wonderful as always. Staff members were very friendly and the deal is amazing. I already booked 3 more weekend stay for the rest of this year to stay in this hotel.
Rosita
Apr 28, 2025
Vallejo, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
nice hotel with good access to Union Square, etc.
Other Comments
All our staff contacts were good.
Victor
Apr 21, 2025
Santa Rosa, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Travelzoo deal was fully honored at the hotel. We’d do it again in a heartbeat and have recommended it to friends.
Bonnie
Apr 21, 2025
San Rafael, CA, USA
Other Comments
Staff & hotel were great, only a couple things that I was disappointed with….
1. No valet parking
2. Bar was not open 2 days of the week
Debra
Apr 15, 2025
Fresno, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Loved my 2 night stay. Spacious well-appointed room. Convenient location. Very helpful staff.
Megan
Apr 13, 2025
New Rochelle, NY, USA