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Cornell Hotel de France

3.5 star property
Travelers can explore San Francisco's iconic attractions like Oracle Park and Ghirardelli Square before returning to this peaceful city hotel retreat

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Cornell Hotel de France provides a charming base in the heart of San Francisco. Guests connect with in-room WiFi and enjoy proximity to Oracle Park and Ghirardelli Square. The lobby serves coffee where multilingual staff help visitors plan their San Francisco adventures.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ￥12,396
￥17,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6

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Room options

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Two Full Beds) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 2 Double Beds (Two Full Beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premier Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy) | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Union Square, a neighborhood in San Francisco, Cornell Hotel de France is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Presidio of San Francisco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Oracle Park. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
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94108, CA, San Francisco, 715 Bush St

What's nearby

  • Union Square, San Francisco
    Union Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • San Francisco: il California Masonic Memorial Temple il 13 giugno 2010. Icona dell'architettura modernista di metà secolo, il tempio massonico California Memorial è stato progettato da Albert Roller
    SF Masonic Auditorium
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art featuring a city
    San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • San Francisco
    Moscone Convention Center
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Powell St & Bush St Stop
    1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station
    2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
    31 min drive

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 de France

Hotel near Moscone Convention Center
Located close to Oracle Park and Ghirardelli Square, Cornell Hotel de France provides a free breakfast buffet and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Smoke-free premises, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 40 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1910
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 40 per day (200 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cornell Hotel de France pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cornell Hotel de France?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cornell Hotel de France on Apr 5, 2026 start from ￥12,396, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cornell Hotel de France?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Cornell Hotel de France?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00.

Where is Cornell Hotel de France located?

Located in Union Square, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Moscone Convention Center, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. Ghirardelli Square and San Francisco Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km). Powell St & Bush St Stop and Powell St & Sutter St Stop are within a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Cornell Hotel de France Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 618 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel is an experience, the design, attention to details are incredible. Rooms very clean and cozy. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Will be coming back !
Breakfast area is a piece of art:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose R

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny and Mighty. Everything you need, conveniently located. Friendly and respectful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, staff was friendly. Overall great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than I expected. Lobby staff very Nice. Hotel & Room Nice & Clean. Very Cute hotel, quiet no street noise. I definitely will stay at this hotel Again Excellent Location. Parking lot across the street. Our room included a Bottle of wine very tasty. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Wonderful, unique,nice room, comfortable beds, nice breakfast, freindly staff,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Water temperature was good, comfortable bed, amenities worked as promised.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast! Great staff!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, staff friendly, no parking though
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little cozy hotel in perfect location. Would stay again if in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean safe great beds
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quiet room. Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and energetic
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and there were good breakfast options. Parking was a headache and made me anxious but overall we were good! The hotel itself is so cute and definitely worth staying at!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairghread

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, secure, sweet rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was musty. It’s very old school, actual key for room. Small room but good location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Walkable to Chinatown. About a 30 minute walk to Oracle Park. Several dining options located near by. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kazutoshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay! Staff were very friendly! Location was great!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Gary

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a cute place, older amenities. Problem was no heat in the room. Has old radiator type system but was turned off. Room was ice cold. This is January. Complained and they turned the heat on, but was shut off again during the night. Asked for a space heater which never came.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erdong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My son really likes the breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Very comfortable. The breakfast was wonderful, as was the staff. Very close to public transportation & restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Old style hotel. Feels like an apartment building with key fob and metal door key. Very boutique. Good for a night or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025