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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.

G
Gayathra Charuka Bandara
From
Sri Lanka
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 688 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.

C
Camilo
From
Chile
The location is perfect, the staff super friendly, extremely quiet so no noise at all even when I stayed at the business pod which was fantastic. Fast wi-fi, toilets and showers available all the time, never had to wait a minute, public transportation one block away. Definitely coming back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,377 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.

I
ILIAS
From
Greece
Nice neighbourhood, clean place, good breakfast and so useful free packing .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,333 reviews
Price from
US$138.91
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.

D
Dorothee
From
Suriname
very good hostel. probably one of the best I stayed in. gréât location and awesome staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,858 reviews
Price from
US$99
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.

C
Clare
From
New Zealand
I got to have my own room and it was so lovely and comfortable. I loved the breakfast also!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,161 reviews
Price from
US$71.10
1 night, 2 adults

Santa Cruz Hostel

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

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.

E
Eike
From
Germany
Super nice hostel. Quiet. Free coffee. Free parking on the road in winter.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
US$103.50
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!

V
Vivian
From
New Zealand
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 :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews
Price from
US$104.50
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, 935 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
KI
From
Hong Kong
Free Breakfast!!! The waffle with Peanut and Nutella is unbeatable! And you can get banana and yogurt everyday. Milk, coffee, tea, cereal. It's a perfect morning!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,613 reviews
Price from
US$101.85
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.

W
Wiclaye Forp
From
France
The service that we all wait from a place to be!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,163 reviews
Price from
US$80.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews

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

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Avg. price/night: US$115.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,333 reviews
Great location, safe neighbourhood and friendly staff.
Guest review by
Mary Grace
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$115.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - 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
Guest review by
Jeff
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$76.55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,377 reviews
Fantastic hostel, felt very safe being on a female only floor and nice privacy with the bunker set ups. Staff were so friendly and welcoming, and overall great stay
Guest review by
Kayla
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$68.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews
One of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Clean, friendly lots of space, they thought out everything.
Guest review by
Ieva
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$99.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,858 reviews
Very nice hostel. Good location near the downtown but away from the unsafe districts. Fisherman's just a blocks away. A bus takes you from fort mason to civic center in 20min. Very clean, well equiped, comfy beds, everything was perfect. I will definitely be coming back !
Guest review by
Alexis
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$100.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews
Amazing place to stay in SF if you are looking for cheap stay in good location. Staff was really friendly, it was a good spot for seeing SF and the atmosphere of music studio was 10/10.
Guest review by
Mateusz
Group
Avg. price/night: US$74.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,163 reviews
The stay in Amsterdam is pleasent and better than expectation. The facilities seem to be new (or maybe well maintained) and clean. The hostel is with fully functioned kitchen. Budget limited travelers can cook themselves. The room is good for its price. The room we stayed this time is also for physical disabled and is bigger than others (I guess). Beds are comfortable.
Guest review by
Robert Bor-Jie
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$92.53
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,613 reviews
Great location and great for a budget traveller as there’s plenty of equipment to prep out lunches, etc for the day! And a great breakfast provided ☺️
Guest review by
Caoimhe
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Very cute and comfy hostel. Nice staff, very clean. Great location-only a few steps to the wharf, the beach and the downtown. Cute little city Santa Cruz is, just like the hostel.
Guest review by
Sandra
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$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.
Guest review by
Thais
Solo traveller