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Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

3.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, near Moscone Convention Center

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Reception
Exterior
Reception
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Comfort Room | Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec

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242 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Little)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Modern)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Modern)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3

Modern Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Little Queenie

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Modern)

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

San Francisco

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection puts you in the centre of San Francisco, 1 km (0.6 mi) from Moscone Convention Center and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Lombard Street. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM. .With a stay at this 3-property class Union Square hotel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Pier 39 and 4 km (2.5 mi) from University of San Francisco.

What's nearby

  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • SHN Curran Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Warfield Theatre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪King of Thai Noodle House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, near Moscone Convention Center
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection. A complete renovation of Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection was completed in May 2021.

This 3-star San Francisco hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 95 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1907
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection offers 95 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This San Francisco hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 12 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Nave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1907
  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - May 2021
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive smart lock details
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 12 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 39.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 75 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Stratford
Hotel Stratford San Francisco
Stratford Hotel
Stratford San Francisco
The Stratford Hotel San Francisco
Stratford Hotel San Francisco
Hotel Stratford
Hotel Tenderloin
Hotel Stratford San Francisco Handwritten Collection
Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on 28 Dec 2025 start from AU$165.80, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

The closest beach to Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection is Ocean Beach (9.4 km).

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 715 out of 1410 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 406 out of 1410 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1410 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1410 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1410 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were compact but clean, large bathrooms. Water pressure in the shower needs work, but good location and would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

antionette

Very cute !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Caitlin

Disliked: Amenities
My bed was dirty and they brought me new sheets and made me change my bed
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIA VICTORIA

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were extremely small, no AC, thin walls and front desk employee was not friendly and seemed bothered to do her job. We will not be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is generally a small room. Luckily enough it wasn’t hot on the day I checked in. Only a fan in the room was my biggest concern and issue. Everything else is pretty okay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sheyne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been staying at this property for a couple years now, this past trip I was put into a unit on the top floor, the unit directly across mine which belongs to squatters. The hallway and my unit smelled like smoke and had gnats throughout with trash throughout the hallways left there for days. This property is unsafe and unsecured with squatters.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hawa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maya

Liked: Staff & service

Clean rooms, smelly hallway

Our stay was overall okay. The rooms are pretty small and we had a view of a brick wall. The room itself was clean and renovated but the hallway smelled like urine. The staff was nice as well and very helpful. This hotel is one of the nicer ones considering the price but it has its shortcomings
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rui Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are quite small and there's no air conditioning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

**A Gem in the Heart of San Francisco**

I had an excellent stay at The Stratford Hotel in San Francisco! The location could not have been better-right in the heart of the city, with easy access to all the sights, shops, and restaurants I wanted to explore. It made getting around so convenient and really gave me the full San Francisco experience I was looking for. The room itself was cozy, clean, and comfortable, creating the perfect space to relax after a day of exploring. It had a charming feel that made me feel right at home. While the hotel doesn’t have air conditioning, the weather was absolutely perfect during my stay. I was able to keep the window open the whole time and enjoy the fresh San Francisco breeze, which actually added to the experience. Overall, The Stratford delivered exactly what I was hoping for. A comfortable, welcoming stay in a prime location. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting San Francisco and will absolutely consider staying here again on my next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aquiles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for tourism
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time I’ve checked in a hotel without an ac in our room and wasn’t centralized. I wish i knew that. Good thing it wasnt hot and the ceiling fan did good on cooling us. So they didn’t declare that no ac or maybe just missed the fine print. It’s overall decent hotel. Not for primadonas, its really for sleeping and showering after a long day out in the city. You come to San Francisco for the sightseeing, the scenery, the food. Not the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is right in the heart of everything and the staff is amazing!!! Hotel Stratford was Perfect!!! The hotel is simple, clean,, modern, and a great location!!! I’m so glad we stayed here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in staff were really lovely and polite, and they kindly accommodated my request to store my medication in their fridge as my room didn’t have one, which I really appreciated. The room itself was clean, modern, and very comfortable – just perfect for a couple of nights. The location is also excellent, within walking distance of the train station, public transport, shopping, and plenty of places to eat. Overall, a great stay and I’d happily return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

Disliked: Amenities
This was a basic hotel in a great area. The hotel itself had little to no amenities, except coffe and pastries in the morning, which were okay. No ice machine, microwave in any of the rooms. Thank goodness the neighborhood had everything to offer from retail stores, cafes, restaurants, and multiple modes of transportation, in addition to an open air plaza around the corner where you could sit, listen to free music, play games etc. I would not stay here again, but definitely stay in the area( Union Square) again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sidney

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very basic hotel. I admitvv bc to bring very nervous when our airport shuttle dropped us off late at night. But, the bed was very comfy, free coffee in cafe downstairs in the morning and a perfect location won us over. Walk 2 blocks north to Lori’s Diner for and excellent breakfast. We will stay here again. There is a kettle and instant coffee and tea in the room and a hair dryer. No other amenities. We enjoyed our 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025