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.
Cornell Hotel de France offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Also, Moscone Convention Center and Oracle Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers say good things about 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
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Hotel size
49 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 200 ft (USD 40 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
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
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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 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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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 San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Cornell Hotel de France and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Moscone Convention Center (0.8 mi) and Pier 39 (1.4 mi), along with Oracle Park (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 16 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Cornell Hotel de France Reviews
Reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Breakfast
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and inclusion in the stay. (27 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2025
Very nice place, nice location
Tatiana
Tatiana, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Great little cozy hotel in perfect location. Would stay again if in the area!
Curtis
Curtis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Great hotel with breakfast included
David
David, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2025
There was some charming decor about the property. Breakfast was some of the best in our travels.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Perfect location and breakfast is a plus!!! We’ll definitely recommend.
Engielin
Engielin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Property was very convenient and quiet, would definitely stay here again.
Paula
Paula, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Staff was very friendly, courteous and polite. I enjoyed my stay and will return in the near future.
Alice
Alice, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2025
Great location - tiny bathroom
Very clean hotel. Central location. Tiny bathroom and small room (no A/C but not ready needed ). Daily room service and very friendly staff. Overall not a bad place to stay. There is no hotel parking but a parking garage is across the street for $40/day.
Manfred
Manfred, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Great location. Staff were great.
Vincent
Vincent, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Cute and clean
The hotel was very cute and clean, and in a convenient location. I loved the decor and the price was great!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 25, 2025
To find if you want to experience an old-fashioned
Surprisingly well appointed rooms. It’s a very old building, but I loved the Steines of all the furniture and the cute old-fashioned. Caged elevator was a hoot. Very clean and comfortable.
Serena
Serena, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 30, 2025
There was construction the entire day our whole stay. From like 8am until at least 5pm. There was nothing about it on the website.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Love the vintage vibe.
Kenneth
Kenneth, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 22, 2025
Cool elevator. Great location. Can get a little loud with guests above. Older property but well maintained for its age.
Surudh
Surudh, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2025
Not a bad hotel, but you can find better options.
Oksana
Oksana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
The hotel was very charming. The staff were very polite and helpful.
Philip
Philip, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Public parking is just across the street to keep your vehicle safe.
Jacques
Jacques, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 24, 2025
Fun decorations & artwork. Hotel is right by cable car stop.
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 23, 2025
Room wasn’t very clean, good location
Kate
Kate, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
Great hotel, clean and awesome themed decorations
Valeria
Valeria, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 16, 2025
Extremely old hotel, rooms smell and showers are very low pressure
Payman
Payman, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
Perfect location
Hotel is nice, breakfast was the same the 4 days we were there! Staff very friendly
But the key point of this hotel: location is perfect!
Easy access to all the important places of San Francisco by walk, fully recommended
Verified traveler
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2025
Lovely but felt more like a bed&breakfast than a hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful and breakfast was good, including eggs and sausages. Is not wheelchair friendly, otherwise is a cozy place located not too far from the main downtown shopping areas.
Catherine
Catherine, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 31, 2025
This is a convenient location, and relatively quiet. It is a good place for a budget visitor. For business people, this facility is a bit old.
dawei
dawei, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 26, 2025
we loved or stay at this hotel. staff is friendly, room was on top floor in back so great view and very quiet, breakfast was good, unloading loading out was easy, safe parking across the street from hotel. will book again