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ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel

Financial District, San Francisco

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.

f
fang
From
China
pretty convenient ,price also is pretty good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 655 reviews
Price from
US$89.60
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter San Francisco

Pacific Heights, San Francisco

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.

E
Emma
From
New Zealand
I had the best stay. Perfect if you prefer a quiet place to stay in a convenient location. The lounge area was cosy & relaxing with a modern feel- the staff were super helpful too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews
Price from
US$57.80
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun San Francisco

Marina District, San Francisco

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Samesun San Francisco is set in San Francisco, 800 metres from Ghirardelli Square and 2.1 km from Alcatraz.

M
María José
From
Chile
Excellent location, great spacious shared rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviews
Price from
US$131.91
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.

T
Tim
From
Liechtenstein
Amazing location, supermarket close by, walking distance to the pear area, friendly staff, self service laundry room, big kitchen and chill out area,
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviews
Price from
US$90
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Union Square, San Francisco

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

R
Reece
From
Canada
Everything was great, awesome vibe, free breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,240 reviews
Price from
US$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!

S
Shuzhe Shang
From
China
The best decorated hostel I've ever stayed!!! It's just like a music museum! Capsule bed is really comfortable and quiet, enough privacy. Location is really great! Close to bus stations! Really recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews
Price from
US$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.

B
Beth
From
Australia
Such a cool space, great location, just off Columbus. The staff were so lovely and friendly, places to hang out in, jam, work spaces, and fun events. Felt right at home. Bedrooms were cosy and immaculate, with heaps of bathrooms down the hall which meant there was always one available. Will be returning!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews
Price from
US$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.

K
Keila
From
Brazil
The staff are very polite and the communication before the arrive was very fast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,642 reviews
Price from
US$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.

E
Eitan
From
Israel
Very clean, modern, great location. Not sure why it has this rating, should have been much higher. A lot of small things that make the experience great - shampoo in the shower, big kitchen with free coffee, multiple public showers for before/after checkout Really recommended
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,215 reviews
Price from
US$80.50
1 night, 2 adults

Perramont Hotel

The Castro, San Francisco

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

A
Aline
From
France
The room was spotless clean .... I mean SPOTLESS clean !!! Bed was very comfortable. Modern furniture. Excellent location. Hotel is safe. Shared bathroom (separate shower and toilet) was clean. Towels are provided and changed everyday.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
US$65.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviews

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in San Francisco and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

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

From US$91.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.6
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Ideally situated in the North Beach district of San Francisco, SF Travelers Inn is situated 700 metres from Coit Tower, 1.4 km from Union Square and 1.5 km from Pier 39.

From US$77.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 449 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 US$58.75 per night

Luz Hotel

San Francisco
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 170 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

Well located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Podshare San Francisco Marina is situated 2.4 km from Ghirardelli Square, 3.6 km from University Of San Francisco and 3.7 km from...

Situated in San Francisco, within 7.1 km of University Of San Francisco and 10 km of San Francisco City Hall, Spacious Room in Modern House with Shared Kitchen & Full Amenities offers free WiFi...

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 655 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 traveller
Avg. price/night: US$82.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,240 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.
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Thais
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 655 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.
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Shelby
Solo traveller