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ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel

Financial District, San Francisco

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.

D
Denise
From
Netherlands
Met great people, nice that there is free breakfast, cool events in communal area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 645 reviews
Price from
$89.60
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter San Francisco

Pacific Heights, 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.

B
Bruno
From
Portugal
Good structure! Quiet and clean environment. Close to public transportation and easy to get around.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,338 reviews
Price from
$57.80
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun San Francisco

Marina District, San Francisco

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Samesun San Francisco is located in San Francisco, 1.6 miles from Crissy Field East Beach and a 9-minute walk from Ghirardelli Square.

B
BYP
From
Thailand
It was so much better than the hollywood one
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviews
Price from
$134.96
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel

Marina District, San Francisco

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.

K
Katie
From
Canada
Absolultely love this hostel, and have now made a ritual of visiting once a year! I love the breakfast, I LOVE the room. I've been lucky enough to stay in a room with views of the Golden Gate Bridge each night! Never wanted to leave!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,932 reviews
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Union Square, San Francisco

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel features a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square.

M
Maria Fernanda
From
Mexico
It was very nice, clean, quiet and staff was really nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,262 reviews
Price from
$71.10
1 night, 2 adults

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

Polk Gulch, San Francisco

Music-themed boutique hotel & hostel with live music, karaoke, and an electrifying social scene!

L
Ludovico
From
Italy
Ampli and guitar ready for you in the room to play with.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews
Price from
$109.25
1 night, 2 adults

Green Tortoise Hostel

North Beach, San Francisco

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.

R
Robin
From
Panama
I enjoyed my stay, i would recommend it if you want to be in a centric area. I took the bus literally everywhere. Also, I meet a lot of cool people from Germany, South Korea, Mexico, England, and Spain;There is a good vibe. The common area is very nice to hangout or work. I also liked the breakfast system. Don't be shy, literally almost everyone there is kind. They have fun activities going on during the week that you can participate and meet people on the bars near the hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 942 reviews
Price from
$59.71
1 night, 2 adults

Orange Village Hostel

Union Square, 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.

J
Jamila
From
Italy
The property was really lovely and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,647 reviews
Price from
$107.10
1 night, 2 adults

Amsterdam Hostel

Union Square, San Francisco

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

A
Angela
From
Canada
location, clean, friendly. overall, the rules make it so it is a respectful place to sleep and great spaces to eat, hang out etc
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,234 reviews
Price from
$80.50
1 night, 2 adults

Podshare San Francisco Marina

Marina District, San Francisco

Conveniently 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...

J
Javier Ignacio
From
Chile
It is really one of the best places where I’ve stayed. The facilities are very clean and useful, they even have a leisure zone and an studio. The location is absolutely perfect (might be expensive, because is a wealthy area), and is very well connected. There are no so many reviews so I really think it’s a good place for the price and you can share if you want or do it by yourself.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews

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

    From $91.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.5
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

    Ideally set in the North Beach district of San Francisco, SF Travelers Inn is located a 8-minute walk from Coit Tower, 0.9 miles from Union Square and a 17-minute walk from Pier 39.

    From $77.86 per night
  • European Hostel

    San Francisco
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

    This 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.

    From $58.75 per night
  • 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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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 645 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
    Guest review by
    Jeff
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $82.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,262 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.
    Guest review by
    Thais
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 645 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.
    Guest review by
    Shelby
    Solo traveler