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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. This hostel was my home away from home on my San Francisco trip for 10 nights. The atmosphere was really friendly, and it was easy to make friends with my fellow backpackers. The staff was also very friendly and helpful, and I was very impressed with my hostel experience overall! I highly recommend anyone to stay here if they want to feel at home when they travel!

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9.3
Wonderful
701 reviews
Price from
$37.40
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. Friendly staff kitchen area with tea and coffee Very clean

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8.4
Very Good
1,382 reviews
Price from
$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. The staff were nice and the room clean and big.

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8.4
Very Good
4,345 reviews
Price from
$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. Very cozy and it is in a good spot. People are nice. And the facilities are great

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8.3
Very Good
1,838 reviews
Price from
$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. perfect location, safe neighborhood, less than 5 min walk to union square, big and well organized kitchen, breakfast, purified water dispenser, free coffee 24/7, great common space, so closed to public transportation, I just loved it here, I think it’s the best place to stay to live the city

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8.1
Very Good
3,125 reviews
Price from
$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. Great location, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff, garden and outdoor tables, nice kitchen and common area.

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8.9
Excellent
187 reviews
Price from
$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. Great location,in the middle of city, trains everywhere around.

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8.1
Very Good
604 reviews
Price from
$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! My experience at Green Tortoise has always been amazing. It’s not just a place to sleep; you make new friends, enjoy various activities and games, and meet people who are truly willing to help each other. The breakfast is great, the people are super friendly, the rooms are clean and organized, and every time I stay here, I leave with new friendships that last a lifetime. I highly recommend it and have a huge love for Green Tortoise 🐢.

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8.5
Very Good
940 reviews
Price from
$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
$37
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. Great staff so friendly. Kitchen and good breakfast

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7.9
Good
2,603 reviews
Price from
$37.50
per night

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