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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.

J
Jolanda
From
United States
Great events in the evenings, such as free Tacos on Tuesday evening Nice for traveling alone and meeting new people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 659 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.

v
venkatesh
From
United States
Great location, an innovative space, and an excellent hostel in San Francisco. Worth every penny. They have automated check-ins with door locks and electric bikes. Very friendly staff and accessible to trams.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,351 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.

I
Ida
From
Denmark
Had a very positive experience at this hostel! I have stayed at many hostels in several different countries, and this one makes the list of the better ones! The check in was easy, the staff were nice and helpful, and the general vibe at the place was pleasant. I thought it was good value for money as San Fransisco is an expensive city to stay in, especially with the central location and included breakfast that had everything you need; cereal, oatmeal, milk, coffee, tea and fruit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,307 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.

I
Isaac
From
Taiwan
Perfect position, very safe environment, in between fishermen's wharf and Golden Gate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,907 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.

D
David
From
Germany
Very friendly statt. Parking Lot nearby to rent a car for day excursions around San Francisco
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,233 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!

M
Marketa
From
Czech Republic
The accomodation was great, I appreciated specially the capsule-like beds which were spacious and afforded enough privacy. The bathrooms were very clean and constantly being cleaned. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 628 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.

J
Jesica
From
Argentina
Amazing, the place, the people. It was just perfect. I would strongly recommend it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 933 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.

B
Beyond
From
New Zealand
Great amenities, the kitchen access and help-yourself-breakfast is great. Our room was well equipped too. Felt secure leaving our luggage here after checkout.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,634 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.

K
Kostiantyn Okhrimenko
From
Netherlands
they have really awesome internal courtyard ))
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,210 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, 119 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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,307 reviews

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Luz Hotel

San Francisco
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 169 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 6.8
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...

Save money on hostels in San Francisco and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

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

From US$139.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 61 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

European Hostel

San Francisco
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 450 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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 659 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
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Jeff
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$119.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,233 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, 659 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