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Cornell Hotel

Cornell Hotel
Cornell Hotel – San Francisco, CA
Cornell Hotel – San Francisco, CA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Cornell Hotel

Discover the charm and elegance of France in the heart of San Francisco at this family-owned and operated hotel. Originally built in 1910, Cornell Hotel Union Square combines old-world charm with modern amenities such free WiFi. Admire prints of masterpieces from famous artists throughout the hotel. Union Square is just 5 minutes’ walk away. Individually decorated, each charming room is equipped with a cable TV and a telephone with private voice mail. Cornell Hotel Union Square features an exceptional location close to many of the city's main points of interest such as the Theater District. San Francisco’s legendary Chinatown is 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel. The city's historic cable car system is also easily accessible and the Powell Street cable car stop is 7 minutes’ walk away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • In-room microwave
  • Spa / sauna
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

3.9 / 5
Great 1139 reviews
  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Convenient Staff

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    great breakfast nothing

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Quirky style, friendly and helpful staff. Excellent value, convenient location for Bart train. Nothing

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Staff was amazing!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Very good

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    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!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Front desk staff was very friendly. Room smelled extremely strongly of sewage and/or rot. We stayed in room 402. The smell was so strong it woke me up throughout the night. Unfortunately, we checked in late in the evening so we were unable to request a different room.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The hotel is old but cute and clean. The breakfast started a little late for me to be able to enjoy it. The first night was great, then they changed out the locked on my room. I went from two very secure locks to only one on the handle that was very loose, with no security lock. This was them “upgrading the locks.” For that reason I will never stay here again.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great location and breakfast

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Would recommend . Handy location too

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Hotel well located

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The place is Cozy and not far from the city. The services at check in

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The charm of this place was just wonderful. The staff was fantastic. We didn't realize there was no air conditioning. However there was a fan provided and at least it was cool at night outside.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    We really liked staying at the Cornell. It was quirky and unique which I appreciate more than a generic modern hotel room /stay. Location is excellent. Breakfast is a good average.I would stay again and recommend. The downsides if it is important to you and I understand it may well be. There is no air con which would have made our stay a little more comfortable. There is a plug in fan however. The lift was a little temperamental which being on 6th floor was only a very slight issue . A fridge and kettle in the room would also have been appreciated although there was a communal area to be make tea. Speaking of tea I was very surprised to see a good selection of tea but no black / English breakfast and am sure you receive plenty of UK visitors. I had to buy my own / go out for tea. However I did live this hotel...I love different.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Property was clean and whimsical. Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The elevator here can test your patience. We had to carry heavy luggage on the stairs

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great location , staff were great , beds were comfortable Bit dated

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    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!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Superb

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Superb

Frequently asked questions about Cornell Hotel

Does Cornell Hotel have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Cornell Hotel offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Cornell Hotel offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Cornell Hotel.
Does Cornell Hotel have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Cornell Hotel does not list dedicated meeting or conference facilities. For business event venues in San Francisco, see business hotels in San Francisco.
Does Cornell Hotel have a fitness center?
Cornell Hotel does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Cornell Hotel located, and how walkable is the area?
Cornell Hotel is located at 715 Bush St, San Francisco, CA 94108. With a Walk Score of 100, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Cornell Hotel
  • Transamerica Pyramid 0.5 mi
  • Moscone Center 0.6 mi
  • Charter of the United Nations 1.0 mi
  • Mrs. Doubtfire 1.5 mi
  • University of California, San Francisco 3.3 mi
  • Internet Archive 3.5 mi
  • Golden Gate Bridge 4.3 mi

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