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ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel
Featuring a shared lounge and free WiFi, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel is located in San Francisco, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 0.8 miles from Moscone Center.
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel features a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square.
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel
Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this hostel in a waterfront park features free WiFi throughout the property. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests, and daily activities are offered.
Chapter San Francisco
Located in San Francisco and within a 17-minute walk of San Francisco City Hall, Chapter San Francisco features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
Samesun San Francisco
Located within 1.6 miles of Crissy Field East Beach and a 9-minute walk of Ghirardelli Square, Samesun San Francisco provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in San Francisco.
Music City Hotel - Home of the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame
Music-themed boutique hotel & hostel with nightly live music, karaoke, and a vibrant social scene.
Green Tortoise Hostel
Located in the lively North Beach Little Italy district, this San Francisco hostel is just minutes walking to the renowned neighborhoods like Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square.
Amsterdam Hostel
Conveniently located just 8 minutes' walk from San Francisco’s fashionable Union Square, Amsterdam Hostel places guests in Central San Francisco.
Orange Village Hostel
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.
Adelaide Hostel
This San Francisco hostel is conveniently located within 5 minutes’ walk of Union Square. Each guest room includes free Wi-Fi.
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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Union Square, San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreVery Good · 3,695 reviewsHI San Francisco Downtown Hostel features a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square.
Music City Hotel - Home of the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame
San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreVery Good · 746 reviewsMusic-themed boutique hotel & hostel with nightly live music, karaoke, and a vibrant social scene.
Green Tortoise Hostel
North Beach, San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreExcellent · 984 reviewsLocated in the lively North Beach Little Italy district, this San Francisco hostel is just minutes walking to the renowned neighborhoods like Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf and Union Square.
Amsterdam Hostel
Union Square, San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreGood · 2,000 reviewsConveniently located just 8 minutes' walk from San Francisco’s fashionable Union Square, Amsterdam Hostel places guests in Central San Francisco.
Perramont Hotel
The Castro, San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scorePleasant · 186 reviewsA 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.
Guest reviewSimple accommodations in excellent location. Convenient to muni lines.
European Hostel
San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreDisappointing · 614 reviewsThis San Francisco hostel is located 3 blocks from cable cars and the Civic Center. The hostel features a full-service kitchen and rooftop balcony with views of downtown.
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Adelaide Hostel
Union Square, San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreGood · 782 reviewsThis San Francisco hostel is conveniently located within 5 minutes’ walk of Union Square. Each guest room includes free Wi-Fi.
Podshare San Francisco Marina
Marina District, San FranciscoBudget options availableReview scoreGood · 108 reviewsConveniently located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Podshare San Francisco Marina is located a 15-minute walk from Crissy Field East Beach, 1.5 miles from Ghirardelli Square and 2.2...
Guest reviewPeople were very nice and the location was perfect. Comfortable bed also.
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Samesun San Francisco
Marina District, San FranciscoCentral locationReview scoreVery Good · 4,142 reviewsLocated within 1.6 miles of Crissy Field East Beach and a 9-minute walk of Ghirardelli Square, Samesun San Francisco provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in San Francisco.
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Overlooking San Francisco Bay, this hostel in a waterfront park features free WiFi throughout the property. A 24-hour reception welcomes guests, and daily activities are offered.
Orange Village Hostel
Union Square, San FranciscoCentral locationReview scoreGood · 2,870 reviewsLocated 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.
Luz Hotel
San FranciscoCentral locationReview scoreGood · 193 reviewsBuilt 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.
In a prime location in the Sunset District district of San Francisco, Spacious Room in Modern House with Shared Kitchen & Full Amenities is located 3.3 miles from Lands End, 4.4 miles from University...
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- Avg. price/night: $171.58Review scoreExcellent · 3,273 reviewsThe rooms are freshly renovated. They are clean and comfortable. Parking spaces are available in the garage. Rooms are cleaned (only) on request. Safe and refrigerator available.We were able to store our luggage there after checking out. Great location on Lombard Street.Guest review byKenanFamily with young children
- Review scoreWonderful · 514 reviewsGreat 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 nightGuest review byJeffSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $93.28Review scoreVery Good · 3,695 reviewsGreat 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.Guest review byThaisSolo traveler
- Review scoreWonderful · 514 reviewsThis 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.Guest review byShelbySolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $88.74Review scoreFair · 611 reviewsSuper 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.Guest review byGarrySolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $134.18Review scoreGood · 1,828 reviewsThis 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.Guest review byJamieYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $96.35Review scorePleasant · 326 reviewsExcellent. 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.Guest review bygillesSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $93.28Review scoreVery Good · 3,695 reviewsListen 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!Guest review byAnonymousSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $93.28Review scoreVery Good · 3,695 reviewsBunk 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 recommendGuest review byMichaelSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $259.09Review scoreGood · 836 reviewsOld 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.Guest review byCandid MarkSolo traveler
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