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Cornell Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A restaurant with stone arches, wooden chairs, and tables. - Cornell Hotel (San Francisco)
A hallway with a reception area, red doors, and a chandelier. - Cornell Hotel (San Francisco)
A multi-story building with a prominent fire escape, a corner entrance with a sign reading 'BUSH STREET,' and a well-lit facade. - Cornell Hotel (San Francisco)
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Located close to Moscone Convention Center and Oracle Park, Cornell Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall clock, and two framed artworks.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Cozy)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a chandelier.

Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Union Square, a neighborhood in San Francisco, Cornell Hotel 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
Map
715 Bush St, San Francisco, CA, 94108

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with prominent buildings, including a tall skyscraper, and a central plaza with benches and trees.
    Union Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A building with a relief sculpture of soldiers and a dedication plaque.
    SF Masonic Auditorium
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A cathedral with Gothic architecture, a staircase, and blooming pink flowers.
    Grace Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A cityscape with tall buildings, a fountain, and a tiled plaza.
    Moscone Convention Center
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Bush St Stop
    1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station
    2 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

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

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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
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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)

Frequently asked questions

Is Cornell Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cornell Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Cornell Hotel?

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

Where is Cornell Hotel located?

Located in Union Square, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Moscone Convention Center, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. San Francisco Bay and Ghirardelli Square 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 Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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the staff was incredibly helpful and the room was very clean. the breakfast was really good as well and i particularly loved their coffee! 10/10 will stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Property was clean and whimsical. Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really nice staff and very cute hotel. Great location. Downsides: no AC so had to open window (only fire escape one opened) and the elevator would sometimes stop working since it’s vintage. On balance would still recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff for the most part was helpful, room was clean but also had a slight strange odor but clean. Was on the first floor down the hall from lobby/reception area where sound from the front traveled down, so at times a bit noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Good Property to stay. However price may be a little bit lower up to USD 140 and it will make it Best in area. Breakfast was very good. Recommend 100% for stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The breakfast was so so but other than that we really enjoyed the hotel and its location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is a gem in a good area with restaurants and transportation to fisherman wharf, I would recommend to park in the Sutter Stockton it’s spacious and safe, would stay here again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lovely little inn that feels like you are in Europe. The bed was extremely comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was unmatched! Very cute hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Comfortable and quiet. Will definitely return for another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Old style hotel in a great location. Helpful staff. There is a garage across the street. Although not cheap, it is safe and the people are courteous. The main issue was that the morning staff was overwhelmed by the breakfast crush.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great! Even the breakfast! It was served in the dungeon (basement)! Loved it! Beautiful decorated! Very safe place to walk! Closed to everything I needed! The only downside that I was it doesn’t have air condition. Good for me the weather was perfect the day we went. The other downside is the smell of something old, it could be the carpet, but it smell can bother more than others. If I go back I would rent the place again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Clean room Standard breakfast fare High end shops in walking distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location. Walkable to restaurants, big bus tours and Chinatown. Having breakfast included was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I loved it. Historic and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great location and breakfast. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice breakfast, and room cleaning/towel change every day without having to ask.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My room was clean and quiet with large bottles of shampoo conditioner and lotion. I’ve stayed here before and decided to come back as it was quiet and well located
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
The staff are very friendly and helpful. Just take note it's an older hotel so a mini fridge or microwave is not in your own room but shared in their cafe. It has an old time charm, but there were a couple of times the elevator kind of broke, so just watch out for that. Breakfast selection is okay, just the usual basics. The location is very convenient tho. Minutes from union square and a lot of food places nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel. Unique. Each floor had its own theme decorations. Elevator was ‘old style’ with a cage - fun to ride. Hot breakfasts from 7:30-10:30 am. Comfortable bed. Will stay here again.
Inside of elevator
Hallway
Breakfast room
Our bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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I have stayed in many San Francisco hotels because I work remotely and travel to the City for work. This is the first place that has felt like home. It has quirky charm. My 6th floor room was small but comfortable. The property and the neighborhood were very quiet at night and I slept with the window open, awakening to birds chirping. The breakfast buffet was an added plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breakfast was good for a buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great location. Beautiful decorations.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
A unique hotel in a good location, nice touches, coffee available on return from a day out, nice breakfast...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025