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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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Exterior
Comfort Room | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reception
Reception
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.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Little)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(34 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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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 - 2.0 miles
  • Alcatraz Island - 24 min drive - 3.5 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 tours/tickets and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a communal living room, a water dispenser, and a banquet hall.
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 Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection on Oct 19, 2025 start from $117.0, 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 10-minute walk of Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. You'll also find Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and Embarcadero Center less than a mile away.

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 do couples enjoy most about 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.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection.

Reviews

Hotel Stratford San Francisco - Handwritten Collection Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 685 out of 1348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 1348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 65 out of 1348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1348 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Muralidharan, Shakopee

Liked: Cleanliness
V
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very small room. Service was excellent and location pristine! Highly recommended if looking for a place to shower and sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andreas

Liked: Amenities
Very small room, no bathrobe, no cups for water, no garbage can
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modest and clean, makes excellent use of space in the room, comfortable bed, sweet shower. Two blocks from the train, half an hour from the airport (via transit or car). Incredibly affordable, especially for the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

sreeni

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eun-Seok, Durham

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leeanna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely lobby and clean. My room was small, a very tight fit. Shower is super tiny. There's no ice machine and no items for clothing care like a steamer or iron. It would've been helpful to have those things, but I'm glad the property was very clean and everything worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clyde

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jay, Goodyear

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel was newly renovated and very clean. The rooms were small but fine for an overnight stay. There is no A/C, and the high was 75 outside that day but the room was super hot. Radiator was not on in the room but it was stifling. Slept on top of the sheets with almost nothing on, ceiling fan on high, and just sweated all night. The area around the hotel is full of empty bldgs and permanently closed businesses. The smell of urine and Marijuana is everywhere along with the homeless. I had business in the area but was glad to leave as soon as possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient, good security measures. Will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jon

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3 night stay

Sheets had holes in them- no water drinking glass- no turn down service- the absolute minimum in terms of expectations
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and cozy. No refrigerator or microwave to make you aware. The building is old, though modernized in the room. There were however lots of popping noises and unrecognizable radiator noises we weren't accustomed to that kept us awake in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbly renovated hotel next to Union Square near many dining and shopping options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge Alexander Robledo, San Jacinto

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jirah

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alaa Eddin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, clean, modern rooms in a great location. Good for a solo traveler or a couple. Basic amenities, but acceptable if staying just a few nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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