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Cornell Hotel de France

3.0 of 5
715 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 (Downtown)
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Tannay, Vaud, Switzerland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013 NEW

We always stay at this lovely hotel whenever we are in SF. Being of french descent (we are from Switzerland!), we found the overall french style to be a reminiscence of France years ago. Great breakfast for the money, friendly staff, timeless decoration, especially beautiful Middle-Ages paintings, interesting and well decorated dining-room. It is 5 minutes walking from Union Square,... More

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St. John's, Canada
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62 reviews 62 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at the hotel for 6 nights in a small room on the third floor. There was a t.v. and it was fine if you are only looking for a place to lay your head. The room was very warm! No air conditioning in this hotel and the room we were in was close to a boiler room. We... More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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15 reviews 15 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

Stayed a couple of nights and loved it. Staff were nice, I found the building charming, the location was great, and it was reasonably priced. The hotel is quiet: it was fully occupied but I never heard anybody else when I was in my room. The complimentary breakfast was nice: I recommend the french toast. The hotel was located just... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

Traveling alone on business, I booked a "small" room. It was indeed small, but quite sufficient for my needs and very reasonably priced. It was clean and neat, ventilation and plumbing were fine, location quiet. TV a bit old but also adequate. The service was very good. The morning breakfast was an "American" breakfast = egg any style. I would... More

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West Lafayette, Indiana
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27 reviews 27 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I stayed in this hotel with a friend while attending a conference in San Francisco. We chose it for its location (which is great being near the heart of Union Sq) and price (which is good considering its location). Location: It is a nice location if your focus is around Union Square and it is also within walking distance to... More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Just spent 3 nights at the Cornell excellent location and very helpful staff, rooms are on the small side but totally adequate for what anyone would need for a few days in the city. Breakfast was provided and proved a good start to the day although by the 3rd morning the French music in the dining room was becoming a... More

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Norman, Oklahoma
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

My granddaughter and I stayed here two nights in a "large" room with two beds. All rooms are small, but you are only there to sleep, so they are entirely adequate--and also quiet. Bathroom was good size with claw foot tub and shower. Staff was friendly and helpful. The location is great! Walking distance to Union Square, Chinatown, great restaurants,... More

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Santa Cruz, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

The Cornell Hotel de France was a delightful discovery for my wife and I. We know San Francisco well and wanted to find a hotel that was near Union Square, but away from all the hustle and bustle. The Cornell was perfect. It has a warm, relaxed feel. The owners and staff are personable and helpful, and you can't beat... More

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Melbourne
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11 reviews 11 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Friendly reception, pretty good location and free breakfast are very attractive. Rooms are ok, quite small so when only staying a couple of nights it makes it a bit tough unpacking the suitcase. Only real issue we had was with the temperature - even though it was bloody freezing outside (something we've since found out is very normal for SF... More

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Union City, New Jersey
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

I almost always stay at the Cornell Hotel when I vacation in San Francisco. The rooms come with a full breakfast and the french toast is the best. The rooms can be small, but the bathrooms have a clawfoot tub and are a good size. The staff is always pleasant and helpful. The hotel is very centrally located on Bush... More

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What travellers say

  • Cable car(32)
  • Union square(24)
  • French toast(10)
  • Full breakfast(7)
  • Great location(4)
  • Very good(3)
  • Powell St(3)

Additional Information about Cornell Hotel de France

Address: 715 Bush Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Region: United States > California > San Francisco > Downtown
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Restaurant
Hotel Style:
#10 Family Hotels in San Francisco
#12 Business Hotels in San Francisco
#15 Romantic Hotels in San Francisco
Price range (per night): $199 - $314
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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