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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
Jui Ching
From
Taiwan
Team of hostel is very nice, just help me a lots of things,even rooftop is only open on Friday, Asad open for few seconds for me to take photos. I have good time here.😃
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 709 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.

G
Gerber
From
South Africa
Safe. Close to public transport and shops. Nice dark curtains close of each cubicle. Bathrooms and showers were clean and private. Very safe with the access codes. Communal kitchen. Higjly recommend this property for budget travel due to safety, excellent value for money and privacy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,400 reviews
Price from
US$65
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
Marlou Corine
From
Netherlands
Big room, quiet at night. Friendly staff. Great value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,356 reviews
Price from
US$122.60
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.

M
Monika
From
Czech Republic
Perfectly located clean hostel in the center of San Francisco. Everything including the restrooms was clean, staff was friendly and parking was included. The morning breakfast in the form of PB & J, eggs, oatmeal, and coffee was tasty and there was enough for everyone. The kitchen was spacy, with big refrigerators and multiple sinks available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,814 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.

J
Jessie
From
United Kingdom
Room was clean, bedding was clean, towel provided. Lots of activities posted around to hang out with fellow travellers!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,084 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, 589 reviews
Price from
US$88.83
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.

I
Ignė
From
Lithuania
Loved everything about this place. The beds were very comfortable, rooms cozy, breakfast delicious and filling. The staff were so so friendly and helpful. Had great conversations with other travellers, met some very lovely people. The stay was just perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
Price from
US$60.18
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
Kaya
From
Canada
Their breakfast is very rich. The location is very central and easy access everywhere. The staff is very polite and friendly when you need something. I recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,582 reviews
Price from
US$89.25
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.

J
Julie
From
Australia
my provate room was very clean, very comfortable. the whole place was super clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
Price from
US$69
1 night, 2 adults

Podshare San Francisco Marina

Marina District, San Francisco

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...

P
Pauline
From
France
This hostel is really nice. The staff are really welcoming, it's comfortable and not too big. There aren't many showers, but it works because it's not too crowded.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$76.50
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Jui Ching
From
Taiwan
Team of hostel is very nice, just help me a lots of things,even rooftop is only open on Friday, Asad open for few seconds for me to take photos. I have good time here.😃
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 709 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.

G
Gerber
From
South Africa
Safe. Close to public transport and shops. Nice dark curtains close of each cubicle. Bathrooms and showers were clean and private. Very safe with the access codes. Communal kitchen. Higjly recommend this property for budget travel due to safety, excellent value for money and privacy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,400 reviews
Price from
US$65
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
Marlou Corine
From
Netherlands
Big room, quiet at night. Friendly staff. Great value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,356 reviews
Price from
US$122.60
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.

M
Monika
From
Czech Republic
Perfectly located clean hostel in the center of San Francisco. Everything including the restrooms was clean, staff was friendly and parking was included. The morning breakfast in the form of PB & J, eggs, oatmeal, and coffee was tasty and there was enough for everyone. The kitchen was spacy, with big refrigerators and multiple sinks available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,814 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.

J
Jessie
From
United Kingdom
Room was clean, bedding was clean, towel provided. Lots of activities posted around to hang out with fellow travellers!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,084 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, 589 reviews
Price from
US$88.83
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.

I
Ignė
From
Lithuania
Loved everything about this place. The beds were very comfortable, rooms cozy, breakfast delicious and filling. The staff were so so friendly and helpful. Had great conversations with other travellers, met some very lovely people. The stay was just perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
Price from
US$60.18
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
Kaya
From
Canada
Their breakfast is very rich. The location is very central and easy access everywhere. The staff is very polite and friendly when you need something. I recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,582 reviews
Price from
US$89.25
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.

J
Julie
From
Australia
my provate room was very clean, very comfortable. the whole place was super clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
Price from
US$69
1 night, 2 adults

Podshare San Francisco Marina

Marina District, San Francisco

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...

P
Pauline
From
France
This hostel is really nice. The staff are really welcoming, it's comfortable and not too big. There aren't many showers, but it works because it's not too crowded.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$76.50
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 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,400 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,084 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
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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, 4,356 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 70 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$64.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

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.

From US$81.42 per night

Luz Hotel

San Francisco
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 160 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.

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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 710 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, 3,084 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 traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 710 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 traveller