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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel, hotel in San Francisco

Centrally located in San Francisco just 5 minutes’ walk from shopping and dining in Union Square, Each bright room is practically furnished.

Great price, very friendly and helpful staff! Love that this place if kid-friendly! My daughter enjoyed this hostel! Good experience for her!
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
3,846 reviews
Price from$81per night
Samesun San Francisco, hotel in San Francisco

Well located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Samesun San Francisco is located 1.6 miles from Crissy Field East Beach, a 10-minute walk from Ghirardelli Square and 1.2 miles from Coit...

The beds were amazing and quiet for bunk beds. They also had curtains for privacy. Free and safe parking too. It was quiet at night in the hostel and clean. It’s located by Lombard Street, Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square and quite walkable. Great stay for the price, convenience and comfort
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
3,429 reviews
Price from$144per night
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel, hotel in San Francisco

Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this Fisherman’s Wharf hostel features free WiFi throughout the property. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests and daily activities are offered.

The price and location
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
1,796 reviews
Price from$74.70per night
Chapter San Francisco, hotel in San Francisco

Located in San Francisco and within a 16-minute walk of San Francisco City Hall, Chapter San Francisco features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Greatest location
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
664 reviews
Price from$67.49per night
Green Tortoise Hostel, hotel in San Francisco

Located in the lively North Beach Little Italy district, this San Francisco hostel is just 3 minutes’ walk to the renowned City Lights Bookstore and the entertainment district. Free WiFi is provided.

Lady who runs the events is awful
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
910 reviews
Price from$118per night
Music City Hotel - Home of the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame, hotel in San Francisco

Music-themed, boutique lifestyle hotel & hostel, now with onsite bar & restaurant and newly renovated common areas.

Outstanding place! Rooms are newly upgraded and extremely clean, bathrooms are always clean, bed was comfortable. The hotel is quiet despite the music stage on the first floor. We went with a 1-year old baby and were extremely pleased. They have a small common room with coffee, microwave, and fruits always available. They also offer to keep your luggage for free after you check out. And the price is unbeatable!
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
853 reviews
Price from$93.10per night
ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel, hotel in San Francisco

Featuring a shared lounge, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel is located in San Francisco in the California region, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 0.7 miles from Coit Tower.

Excellent staff, very kind.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
312 reviews
Price from$84.39per night
Amsterdam Hostel, hotel in San Francisco

Conveniently located just 8 minutes' walk from San Francisco’s fashionable Union Square, Amsterdam Hostel places guests in Central San Francisco.

I liked the location, they had free coffee and the rooms.
Scored 7.4
7.4
Rated good
Good
1,377 reviews
Price from$80.50per night
Orange Village Hostel, hotel in San Francisco

Located in Central San Francisco, Orange Village Hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Union Square. A fully equipped kitchen and free WiFi access are featured at this hostel.

Comfortable beds 👌🏼
Scored 7.8
7.8
Rated good
Good
2,525 reviews
Price from$96.30per night
Perramont Hotel, hotel in San Francisco

A 5-minute walk from Duboce Park, this San Francisco hotel is in the Castro District. The Castro Theatre, shops and cafes are a 10-minute walk away. Free Wi-Fi is provided in rooms.

Location kindness and very clean
Scored 7.0
7.0
Rated good
Good
173 reviews
Price from$75per night
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 312 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel is located in San Francisco in the California region, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 0.7 miles from Coit Tower.

    The guy was really helpful and considerate to my needs

  • Green Tortoise Hostel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 910 reviews

    Located in the lively North Beach Little Italy district, this San Francisco hostel is just 3 minutes’ walk to the renowned City Lights Bookstore and the entertainment district. Free WiFi is provided.

    Shared breakfast with people from all over the world

  • Samesun San Francisco
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,429 reviews

    Well located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Samesun San Francisco is located 1.6 miles from Crissy Field East Beach, a 10-minute walk from Ghirardelli Square and 1.2 miles from Coit...

    Front desk staff was really friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful .

  • HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,846 reviews

    Centrally located in San Francisco just 5 minutes’ walk from shopping and dining in Union Square, Each bright room is practically furnished.

    Everything was great, awesome vibe, free breakfast!

  • Music City Hotel - Home of the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 853 reviews

    Music-themed, boutique lifestyle hotel & hostel, now with onsite bar & restaurant and newly renovated common areas.

    The dorms are nice, since you get a lot of privacy.

  • Orange Village Hostel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,525 reviews

    Located in Central San Francisco, Orange Village Hostel is just 5 minutes’ walk from Union Square. A fully equipped kitchen and free WiFi access are featured at this hostel.

    Best relation location/clean/comfy/price

  • Adelaide Hostel
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 928 reviews

    This San Francisco hostel is conveniently located within 5 minutes’ walk of Union Square. Each guest room includes free Wi-Fi.

    Everything was good. Beds were comfortable and clean.

  • Luz Hotel
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 166 reviews

    Built in 1907, this San Francisco hotel is 10 minutes’ walk to Union Square. Free WiFi and a TV with HBO film channels are offered in all guest rooms.

    the staff. nicest staff I ever bump into!! no doubt

  • Perramont Hotel
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 173 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Duboce Park, this San Francisco hotel is in the Castro District. The Castro Theatre, shops and cafes are a 10-minute walk away. Free Wi-Fi is provided in rooms.

    Lo céntrico, la atención, relación costo-beneficio

  • Pyramid Nightly Stays
    Scored 4.7
    4.7
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 3 reviews

    Well situated in the Financial District district of San Francisco, Pyramid Nightly Stays is located a 13-minute walk from Union Square, 0.7 miles from Coit Tower and a 19-minute walk from Moscone...

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Hostels that guests love in San Francisco

  • Avg. price/night: $211.04
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,471 reviews
    I stayed in this hotel twice due to the great location and safe area. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The fitness room is small but well-equipped.
    grdi
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $147.69
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 312 reviews
    Great location, lots of daily activities and recommendations for things to do in the area. Something they do that I haven't seen any other hostel do is the bunk beds are attached to the walls. That means they don't move around or make a noise which is a big positive if you have a restless sleeper in the bed above or below you. Overall it is a quiet hostel during the night
    Jeff
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $206.77
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,846 reviews
    Great location, easy to walk around and really safe. The facilities are great. And the hostel was very clean. I would stay there again for sure.
    Thais
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $147.69
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 312 reviews
    This place is one of the best hostels I've ever stayed at. The staff were so helpful and friendly. The location of the hostel is perfect and it’s in a nice and safe place. I would definitely be back to this place in the future.
    Shelby
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $88.74
    Scored 5.8
    5.8
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 724 reviews
    Super convenient location and affordable price are the only pros. Better than a bunk bed in a shared room in the hostel, so will do for a couple of nights if you are young, on a very tight budget and NOT a light sleeper.
    Gari
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $83.09
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,876 reviews
    This is literally the best hostel I have stayed at in over 4 months of travelling around the world. Its free amenities, fair prices for a central San Francisco area location and immaculately clean facilities make it the best budget open in San Fran.
    Jamie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $151.45
    Scored 6.4
    6.4
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 318 reviews
    Excellent. What a budget hotel should be. Staff was great, all 4 of them, even the security guy was nice. Room was clean, bathroom was clean despite of being shared. Great location. they kept my bags locked safely before and after check in and out for no extra charge.
    gilles
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $206.77
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,846 reviews
    Listen up solo travelers: this hostel is perfect for you. I felt safe all the time and had an awesome week here in San Francisco. You’ll meet so many new people in the hostel and together (or alone) you can discover the beautiful city. If you need more input HI downtown hostel also provides a lot of information about awesome activities! I loved it here and will definitely come back!
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $206.77
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,846 reviews
    Bunk beds are great: not shaky even the top one) and équipes with USB and regular power sockets as well as a small shelf (Very convenient to put glasses, phone and other small valuables when sleeping). Great kitchen, living room, lobby. Great location. Staff helpful and friendly. Built-in laundry with good Quality machines and cheap prices. 10/10 recommend
    Michael
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $152.88
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,015 reviews
    Old fashioned with all the pluses and minuses from that. Helpful staff, almost feels like family. Old-fashioned decor. No A/c but ceiling fan. Best shower in SF. Big safe. Continental breakfast on each floor from 7.00am. 12.00pm check-out. Happy to keep luggage before and after stay. Avis/budget across the street. And GREAT location for Union Square etc. Altogether fantastic value for the modest price.
    Candid Mark
    Solo traveler

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