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Cornell Hotel

Beaux Arts hotel within walking distance of Union Square

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In the heart of San Francisco, Cornell Hotel de France offers a charming retreat. Enjoy in-room WiFi, explore nearby Oracle Park and Ghirardelli Square, or grab a coffee from the lobby while discussing your itinerary with helpful multilingual staff.
VIP Access
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
CA $109
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14

Room options

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Junior Suite | Bathroom
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Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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Room, 2 Double Beds (Two Full Beds)

Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed
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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Very good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

Good
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
715 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, 94108

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • SF Masonic Auditorium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 28 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 31 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 37 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 9 min drive
  • South San Francisco Station - 14 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 25 min walk
  • Powell St & Bush St Stop - 1 min walk
  • Powell St & Sutter St Stop - 1 min walk
  • Powell St & Pine St Stop - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Golden Gate Tap Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪OneUp Restaurant & Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pacific Cocktail Haven - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cornell Hotel

Cornell Hotel de France puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Moscone Convention Center and Union Square. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Palace Hotel and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk from public transportation: Powell St & Bush St Stop and Powell St & Sutter St Stop are steps away.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 49 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 200 ft (USD 40 per day)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1910
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Communal living room
  • Beaux Arts architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50.00

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 20 per stay

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 40 per day (200 ft away)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Cornell de France San Francisco
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Frequently asked questions

Does Cornell Hotel de France offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cornell Hotel de France does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Cornell Hotel de France?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cornell Hotel de France?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50.00. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Cornell Hotel de France?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Artichoke Joe's Casino (16-min drive) and San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Cornell Hotel de France and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Moscone Convention Center (15-min walk) and Oracle Park (1.5 mi), along with Pier 39 (1.5 mi) and Ghirardelli Square (1.6 mi).

What's the area around Cornell Hotel de France like?

Cornell Hotel de France is in Union Square, a short 1-minute walk from Powell St & Bush St Stop and 15 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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Cornell Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality and variety. (37 reviews)
  • The property is surrounded by good places to eat with several restaurants and cafes within walking distance. (8 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Service staffRoomLocationBreakfastRestaurantElevatorBedChinatownParkingBathroom
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was good for a buffet.
Valerie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great place to stay. I
Gary, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very late check in due to flight delays and whomever was on staff was excellent! He handled check in quickly and escorted us to our room. The continental breakfast is more like a brunch! Bacon, eggs, breads, fruits. Far and above what we expected.
mike, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

A unique hotel in a good location, nice touches, coffee available on return from a day out, nice breakfast...
Justine, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The staff was great, location is optimal, rooms are clean and maintained. You need to have mini fridges in your hotel. It’s the biggest disappointment on any trip I take when I am unable to save a meal or store a cold drink.
Raul, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location. Nice hotel.
Marina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoy this hotel with European flair. Great breakfast included.
Ray, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable, staff was friendly. Overall great stay.
Nia, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very cute, hotel located
Kristi, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Really enjoyed its location!
Justin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Authentic European boutique - convenient, safe location - and an excellent value…
Anthony, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean and has charming decor. The staff were friendly and accommodating.
Connie, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room. Old property. Great location. Funky and safe little elevator. Door lock was not adequate. Breakfast was excellent by American standards.
Jerome, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful, unique,nice room, comfortable beds, nice breakfast, freindly staff,
Maurice, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully designed, maintained with a great theme of art work. Definitely take advantage of the “real breakfast.” Staff is very nice and helpful and most importantly, the location is perfect.
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Water temperature was good, comfortable bed, amenities worked as promised.
Meaghan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Close to Union Square, Chinatown, cable cars, other transit. Easy to get to Embarcadero, good walking. Hotel is lovely, quaint touches, feels French. Breakfast daily, simple but ample and good coffee. Will definitely return.
Ann Marie, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Close to Union Square
Araceli, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Friendly staff, felt safe and secure, and rooms were clean enough. It is an older building/elevator, but we only had to use the stairs once while the elevator wasn’t working. They also give just one physical key
Katie, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy walk from bart
crystal, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful breakfast! Great staff!!!!
Keith, 6-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good for the price. Very basic. A brick of cold bacon was served on the first morning. Tried to cancel the last of 3 nights with 48 hours notice but the were not flexible. Shared fridge with all other guests. Small things like umbrellas would have been nice. That said, very reasonable price.
Michelle, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great little cozy hotel in perfect location. Would stay again if in the area!
Curtis, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Not as nice as the pictures present. Feels a bit run down, and in need of an upgrade to the bathrooms, bedrooms etc. The beds were comfy and fine. Overall its about what you would expect for staying in downtown SF.
Bjorn, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Quaint French hotel with vintage vibes, attentive staff, good breakfast, and excellent location for trolley and Chinatown access.
Raymond, 1-night trip