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Sofitel San Francisco Bay

4.0 of 5
223 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City, CA 94065
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Sofitel San Francisco Bay
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Alexandria, Virginia
Top Contributor
57 reviews 57 reviews
45 hotel reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

I suppose my expectations were high since this hotel is billed as a "luxury" hotel but I found nothing special about it, at least nothing to set it apart from other hotels (especially budget hotels) that I've stayed at before. I was at this hotel for a conference in early May 2013. They are currently undergoing renovations, which was apparent.... More

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Munich
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14 reviews 14 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

Very much for good service attitude shown by front desk & valet staff, especially David and Chris(?). Lobby is beautiful. Room is good, bed is really comfortable. I will definately come back Sofitel San Francisco Bay, again!!

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Seattle, Washington
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

My colleague and I were a bit disappointed to find our rooms were not ready when we checked in (we'd asked for EARLY check-in due to tight timelines to get ready for our meetings, but the rooms weren't even ready by the normal check-in time), but after that initial moment, everything at the Sofitel was great. The hotel and events... More

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Dear We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. In addition, I would like to appologize for the late check-in time. I am sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations; please allow me to express my sincerest apologies. I will share your... More

Washington, DC
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

I am usually a big fan of this hotel--the great people, comfortable rooms, food, attention to detail etc. But I must advise on two not-so-nice developments. First in what they call the "new" wing (built a few years ago) the room (junior suite) is smaller, they put in connecting doors to rooms and apparently skimped on noise insulation and the... More

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Dear We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we... More

Sudbury, MA
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90 reviews 90 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013 via mobile

I have stayed here a few times and always enjoyed it. Nice rooms, well equipped and functional for business travelers (You don't come here for leisure, of course). Friendly service. Free shuttle to airport. Restaurant is decent.

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
May 9, 2013

Dear We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services.... More

Michigan
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40 reviews 40 reviews
38 hotel reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

Stayed three nights at Sofitel San Francisco Bay for business. My room was recently refurbished and was delightful. Everything was clean and new, and the room was very quiet and comfortable. The property was nice and was good for a conference hotel. The only issue is that there is nothing near the hotel except corporate office parks. The hotel offers... More

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
May 2, 2013

Dear We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services.... More

Montreal, Quebec, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

Casual chic, warm greetings, dream bed, clean, successful room makeover, great food, attention to the extra detail which makes you feel special. One notices the pillowy bed , high quality sheets, thick towels, linen at breakfast, fresh juices, cut fresh strawberries in the ice water fountain by the pool. Sofitel is a master of all things hospitality.

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
May 2, 2013

Bonjour! The entire Sofitel San Francisco Bay team would like to THANK YOU for your lovely message and great compliments. It is really a great reward for all of us to see how deeply you enjoyed staying with us. We are delighted that you enjoyed our luxury service with French flair. Thank you again for choosing us and for taking... More

St. Albans, United Kingdom
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170 reviews 170 reviews
34 hotel reviews
Reviews in 48 cities Reviews in 48 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

I have stayed here before and its a nice spot if you are doing business in the area. It is very much a business hotel, but nicely furnished and a little bit of France in California. The staff were welcoming and friendly - room service was fine but nothing special considering the grade of the hotel, and the room spacious... More

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
April 26, 2013

Dear We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services.... More

Rancho Cordova, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

We stayed at the Sofitel for the World's Greatest Hobby Tour. Many of the other exhibitors stayed there as well. The room was well-appointed and the bed and pillows were comfortable. The toiletries were top-notch and the view was refreshing. We enjoyed a walk down by the water in the evening. One of the best assets is that there were... More

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
April 23, 2013

Dear We very much appreciate your comments regarding your stay at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. It is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback. I will share your comments with our team. I am sure that this feedback will serve as an encouragement to all of our staff as we strive to continuously improve the quality of our services.... More

Senior Contributor
35 reviews 35 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

I was glad that to see that the conference I was attending was being held at a Sofitel but the property in Redwood City was very disappointing. It started at check-in when the hotel's system was down. The front desk staff was apologetic but it was more than 30 minutes before I could check in. The lobby area is open... More

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John H, General Manager at Sofitel San Francisco Bay, responded to this review
April 19, 2013

Bonjour, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at the Sofitel San Francisco Bay. I am sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations; please allow me to express my sincerest apologies. As you have noticed, we are actually in an ongoing process of upgrading all of them with new furniture and amenities in order to... More

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Additional Information about Sofitel San Francisco Bay

Address: 223 Twin Dolphin Drive, Redwood City, CA 94065
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Region: United States > California > Redwood City
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Family Hotels in Redwood City
#2 Business Hotels in Redwood City
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Sofitel San Francisco Bay, an exclusive 'corporate resort' reputed for its refinement, considerate service and attention to detail. Whether you are visiting for pleasure or in town for business, you will savor this truly unique experience, a total immersion in comfort! Enjoy the superbly appointed accommodations in tranquil surroundings fanned by gentle breezes... Ideally situated between San Francisco and San José, this luxurious establishment is only minutes from the airport. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Sofitel San Francisco Bay Hotel Redwood City
Sofitel San Francisco Bay Hotel
Sofitel Hotel Redwood City
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