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Hostels in San Francisco

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

Most booked hostels in San Francisco and surrounding area in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,377 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,163 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,613 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,161 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in San Francisco

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,333 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 464 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 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 67 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 447 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

Luz Hotel

San Francisco
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 162 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, 106 reviews

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...

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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Avg. price/night: $115.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 688 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $82.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,161 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $115.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 688 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 traveler