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Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

3.0 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Moscone Convention Center

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Exterior
Exterior
Reception
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

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242 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Moscone Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Lombard Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Pier 39
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Little)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

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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

  • Union Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oracle Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 3.4 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

  • ‪Union Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪King Of Thai Noodle - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Central - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Spanish

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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

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 4 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on 6 Apr 2025 start from AU$221.78, 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. 598 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 1163 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

F

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
We had a great deal and now I understand why. This hotel was very clean, centrally located and felt safe but it was otherwise very bare bones - cardboard hangers, no furniture other than a bench and a bed; no kettle or coffee maker; no bar fridge, no ice available and no chest of drawers. Yes, coffee was available in the lobby. Our room faced Powell Street and it was very, very loud. The tram car ringing; street musicians plying their trade, giggling tourists till all hours...
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed here on a (personal) weekend as part of a business trip. This is a rather upscale "boutique" hotel - one of those converted from a residential property. It's one of the nicer ones I stayed at in the city - the lobby has been recently renovated, and there is an elevator (even if it's a bit slow). The room was small but clean. The bed was comfortable. The bathroom looked recently renovated, but the shower was absolutely tiny (as expected). My biggest complaint about the room is that the single-pane window let in a lot of noise, and the hotel faces a very noisy street! Staff & service: there was *usually* someone at reception, but there was no way to directly contact them from the room. There was no phone in the room, I didn't have a voice plan on my phone, and there was no electronic means of messaging them. This was inconvenient when I couldn't figure out how to turn on the A/C (had to put my key card into a slot), or when I needed some fresh towels. The area: the hotel is close to Union Square and Market St. Powell St itself is very touristy, with a historic cable car line. There were lots of restaurants around, but there wasn't a lot going on at night - hard to find food after 10pm. The area itself felt reasonable safe, but there is a sketchy neighbourhood a few blocks to the west.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Eldison Luiz Da

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
During a night that I was at the hotel, another guest was making a lot of noise, disturbing almost everyone in the hotel, all night long, and no employee did anything
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aury

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 2nd time staying with you and we wouldn’t have it any other way. Thank you for all that you do.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen lugar y muy céntrico
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Heather

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property only offered housekeeping on demand but failed to inform us of that upon check in. They also failed to explain that the elevator required the room key to be scanned to use it as well as to enter the hotel from the street. We Had to figure that out on our own There was no ice machine no room service or restaurant and the room was the size of a closet which was not explained in the description when booking the room. Overall a bit disappointing for the price.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

ISKANDAR

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, close to lots of nice shops and the cable car station. Buses and underground trains around you. Hotel itself is pretty basic though. Overall it’s a good stay for young travelers in particular.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise, San ysidro

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heater wasn’t working and they immediately upgraded my room! The staff was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at this hotel. It’s small but very clean and has a lot of high-tech amenities. The staff is super helpful and helps us research where we want to go if they don’t know off hand.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Francisco junior

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Naranbilge

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
thought the property was in a great location near union square. would book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The city is the city so that's not the hotels fault or staff it's inna really good spot for shopping union square is a good hub of downtown but you will get the usual noise and craziness. As for the hotel it's very good nothing fancy but all the things you need onna budget and staff is really nice and they have free water tea coffee and soon a cafe.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alondra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Huong

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Charley

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yenisleidis

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Saint Petersburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What I liked about the property was the location, price, and access to public transportation. The bed linens, the towels, and the wash cloths all seem to be either newer or made of higher quality materials.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonably priced. No frills but great valure for the money
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
We had a nice stay….hotel is in union square area… cable car just steps away… I will definitely stay again… location is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSE LUIS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning. New Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Parker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024