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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. The best hostel for sure. The staff were amazing and helpful. Shoutout to everyone for making my stay in SF monorails. Also the game nights and bbq nights were lovely moments to connect with other travellers.

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9.3
Superb
691 reviews
Price from
US$36.47
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. The staff was very helpful in getting my information registered when I was having a hard time.

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8.4
Very good
1,377 reviews
Price from
US$35
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. Nice neighbourhood, clean place, good breakfast and so useful free packing .

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8.4
Very good
4,333 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. The incredible value you get for the price is insane. Plus the location could not have been better. Definitely very easy to go around anywhere. Also they have postcards you can send from right there. Highly recommend for anyone on a budget visiting sf.

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8.3
Very good
1,860 reviews
Price from
US$31.95
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 got to have my own room and it was so lovely and comfortable. I loved the breakfast also!

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8.1
Very good
3,156 reviews
Price from
US$31.50
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. Everthing incredible, staff was perfect!!!

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8.9
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. Staff has been really cool and helpful all the way through. There is music every night!!! The room was clean and quiet, bathroom facilities were clean. I saw comments about plumbing issues but everything was fine when I stayed here. Would 10/10 recommend :)

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8.1
Very good
606 reviews
Price from
US$35.15
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! 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!!!

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8.5
Very good
938 reviews
Price from
US$37.80
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

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.

Private rooms and male and female only dormitory rooms can be found at this hostel. All rooms have hardwood flooring, and dormitory rooms have backpack-sized lockers. Quiet, nice location close to everything, good breakfast.

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7.9
Good
2,617 reviews
Price from
US$37.50
per night

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