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Featuring free WiFi and a shared lounge, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel offers accommodation in San Francisco, 1 km from Union Square and 1.3 km from Moscone Center. The property is around 1.2 km from Coit Tower, 2.3 km from Pier 39 and 2.5 km from Ghirardelli Square. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen. Amazing atmosphere. I got here many new friends

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9.2
Superb
655 reviews
Price from
US$37.40
per night

Located in San Francisco and within 1.4 km of San Francisco City Hall, Chapter San Francisco features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.7 km from Union Square, 2.6 km from Ghirardelli Square and 3.1 km from Moscone Center. Pier 39 is 4 km from the hostel and Coit Tower is 4 km away. Good structure! Quiet and clean environment. Close to public transportation and easy to get around.

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8.5
Very good
1,344 reviews
Price from
US$25.50
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Samesun San Francisco is set in San Francisco, 800 metres from Ghirardelli Square and 2.1 km from Alcatraz. The property is around 2.2 km from Pier 39, 1.8 km from Coit Tower and 3.1 km from San Francisco City Hall. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.6 km from Crissy Field East Beach.

With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms come with a city view. We stayed for 2 nights. The room was big with 2 queen size beds. We had small chocolates. In the lobby you can find water fountain. For breakfast there was yoghurt, milk, cereals, oatmeal, fruits, coffee. Also they have free parking based on first come, first served. Close to the points of interest. The room had windows to an interior garden where it was very quiet.

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8.5
Very good
4,309 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
per night

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.

Shared bathroom facilities are offered for both dormitory-style guest rooms and private guest rooms at HI San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf Hostel. Towels and linens are provided. It is located in safe area. It has its own personality like comfortable, social, friendly. It was awesome in Hi San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel. If I go back to San Francisco, I would stay in here. I really thank you for gorgeous service.

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8.3
Very good
1,914 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel boasts a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square. This hostel features both shared dorms and private rooms, and select rooms include an ensuite bathroom, sink, and mirror. I didn’t try breakfast at the hostel but from what I saw it was pretty typical breakfast meals that they offered. There are also an oven and a microwave to heat up your food

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8.1
Very good
3,249 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Featuring barbecue facilities and a garden, Santa Cruz Hostel is located in Santa Cruz, 500 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Set in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, the hostel is within 1.5 km of Pacific Avenue. Great location, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, garden and outdoor tables, nice kitchen and common area.

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8.8
Fabulous
185 reviews
Price from
US$46
per night

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

Unwind in our stylish music-themed private rooms or experience our futuristic sleep capsules for a uniquely comfortable stay. Relax in our newly renovated common areas or grab a bite and cocktail at our lively onsite bar & restaurant. Everything is good. Clean and comfortable. Quiet at night. Easy to get to anywhere with bus.

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8.1
Very good
635 reviews
Price from
US$36.10
per night

Shared dormitory accommodation is offered by Green Tortoise Hostels San Francisco. Our Grand Ballroom is the heart of the hostel where people make friends and unforgettable memories. The ballroom, where musicians are always invited to play, has a pool table, ping pong table, books, games, and complimentary tea throughout the day. We also have a new designated quiet "Digital Nomad work space" We provide free Wi-Fi. Just off of the ballroom we have a fully equipped kitchen that is open 24 hours a day for you to use. We provide a guest fridge for you to store food, liquor, whatever you want! Find a self guided neighborhood discount tour at the desk for all the best local businesses! The Green Tortoise is a well oiled machine! The staff are fantastic, the facilities are great, there's regular cleaning of the common spaces, and the location is sweet.

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8.5
Very good
939 reviews
Price from
US$37.80
per night

All rooms in the hostel are equipped with a coffee machine. With a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Limantour Lodge also boast a city view. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Love this western exposure natural location. Gorgeous and clean hotel. I felt so at home I wish I could live here.

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8.1
Very good
46 reviews
Price from
US$194.70
per night

Hostel Style Shared Room is located in Daly City, within 12 km of University Of San Francisco and 15 km of Lands End Lookout Visitor Center. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and luggage storage space. Great people, close to public transport, close to food establishments, kitchen and laundry facilities, clean bathroom and great shower pressure. Quiet most of the time which was nice after being out and about in the city

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8.4
Very good
21 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

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