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Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection

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

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Reception
Reception
Reception
Comfort Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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242 Powell St, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Moscone Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lombard Street
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pier 39
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪15 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
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 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
(22 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Modern)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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 neighborhood

San Francisco

Located in Union Square within a short walk of Moscone Convention Center, Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Lombard Street. This 95-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 25 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 1 min walk
  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. 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, near Moscone Convention Center
Renovated in 2021, Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection offers free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and express check-in. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a banquet hall, a communal living room, and a water dispenser.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, ironing boards, and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 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
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 age 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 75 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-1:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on Nov 23, 2025 start from $103.49, excluding 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.

What is there to do around Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

This hotel is situated in Union Square within a short 1-minute walk of Union Square and also 18 minutes on foot from Embarcadero Center. You'll also find Pier 39 and Presidio of San Francisco within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a café plus some guestrooms include city views and streaming services.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Nave.

Will Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection though service animals are welcome.

Does Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

The closest major airport to Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 19.5 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is located 14.2 mi away (28-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection.

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 400 out of 1389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1389 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

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muralidharan, Shakopee

Liked: Cleanliness
V
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Finn

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

8/10 Good

Gail

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

Affordable rooms in a great location

Modern, spartan room. A little stuffy. Didn’t have a hot water pot or tea, but they were brought up to me when I requested. Clean except for the sticky yuck I stepped on when I first entered the room. Unbeatable location near theaters, cable cars, BART trains, and Union Square
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the self check in and self checkout process, very easy and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Used soap left from previous people and lots of hair in the bed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique, I did not like no refrigerator or microwave in room or lobby
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mathilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is self service and my documents are loaded without a glitch
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were in SF for 3 nights and this boutique hotel served our needs. It was clean and cozy. Good for single traveler or couples. I personally wouldn't stay here with family/kids due to the size of the rooms. There's no AC in the room, only ceiling fan but thanks to SF's cool weather during our visit, we were comfortable. It didn’t get too hot/cold for us. We did open the windows a few times when it got a little stuffy. The room does remind me of a studio. They're also not sound proof. You can hear every footstep, conversation and door closing in the hallway and from your neighbors room. I do wish they had a small fridge though. Check-in and check out was quick. Con: Need better shower door. Every time we showered there was a puddle of water on the floor. The hotel is right across the street from Union Square and close to stores like Nintendo, Macy's, Trader Joe's and high end shops (Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Saint Laurent etc). There's restaurant, cafes and bars nearby. The streets around the hotel were busy and bustling with people throughout the day, but found the area to be sketchy at night so we wrapped up playing tourist by 10pm. The hotels location made catching Lyft and Waymo very convenient. Would stay here again for short/budget friendly trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very basic but clean hotel. No frills whatsoever. Basically just a place to sleep at night. No coffee in the rooms, no fridge, no microwave, no full length mirror, no seating area, and a TV the size of an iPad. We were In town for a music festival so this was okay but would not stay here if you’re looking for any amenities. The sink was also separate from the bathroom/shower and was placed right where you walk in the door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skye

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a wonderful spot for when visiting the city! Small but tidy rooms near the heart of the city made it easy to have a sightseeing trip! Restaurants nearby aslo made it easy to find something to eat the whole time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like how it was close by Union Square and other best locations. Depending what room you get the view isn’t the best. Unfortunately we got the room that the view was another room. But the room itself wasn’t bad. There isn’t a microwave or fridge but we only stayed for a day, we didn’t mind of it. But if your planning to stay over more than one day, it would help to have one. But overall not a bad place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kaitlyn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
As much as I want to leave a positive review there is some negatives which we experienced. The hotel is clean and quiet but we were there for 5nights and the room dont allow for any unpacking. Consider this if you stay longer than a night or two. The room was not cleaned once while we were there. I asked mid way through for new towels but they never came. The safe in room was a plus but then after locking it we could not open it again. We had to call down twice to reception with the receptionist not having much care to assist. Finally when my husband visited reception did she call for some help which took another hour to get to our passports and money. The reception also acts as a check in for what we assume is the backbackers around the corner. The hotel itself is tidy and is very central and we cant complain if it was for a night or two. Just felt that it was an effort for the girls behind the desk to be there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice small hotel clean

Hotel is centrally located close to public transportation and is easy to get to from BART. My room was very small but comfortable. Lighting is not great. No cups. They have a small cafe that is underwhelming. But other coffee places and restaurant close. Lyft or Uber is easy access. Would stay their again,price was right.
Bathroom
Bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blain

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was located in a perfect location. Really enjoyed my stay. Staff was nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica, Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoanka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice m, clean and central. Totally recommend it and will definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Strangest Hotel l have ever stayed in. It was clean, but there was no shower curtain for the tub, no closet, no drawers and no ice on the property. Most of the people at the front desk were not very friendly and even though it said in the description they could store your luggage, they could not. The cable car runs just outside the hotel. Other than that, l really liked the location. There are other hotels around that might be a better choice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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