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ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel

Financial District, San Francisco

Featuring a shared lounge and free WiFi, ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel is located in San Francisco, a 12-minute walk from Union Square and 0.8 miles from Moscone Center.

L
Luke
From
Panama
Great sense of community. Fantastic location in the heart of the city. I got sick on my last day staying here and Asad was amazing! Thank you so much guys for an amazing hostel experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 898 reviews
Price from
$111.30
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter San Francisco

Pacific Heights, San Francisco

Located in San Francisco and within a 17-minute walk of San Francisco City Hall, Chapter San Francisco features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

E
Esteban
From
Costa Rica
I loved the location, it was so closed to everything I went to! Lovely people and nice roommates who were respectful and friendly! It was always clean and did not find any issues 🩷 would definitely rebook when I go back to SF
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,365 reviews
Price from
$100
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun San Francisco

Marina District, San Francisco

Well located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Samesun San Francisco is located 1.6 miles from Crissy Field East Beach, a 9-minute walk from Ghirardelli Square and 1.3 miles from...

B
BYP
From
Thailand
It was so much better than the hollywood one
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,328 reviews
Price from
$144.41
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.

A
Abdulbaki
From
Turkey
It was the greatest hostel I ever had stayed. Really good location very kind staff you can easily get socialized. Very close to golden bridge and fisherman’s wharf
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 reviews
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Union Square, San Francisco

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel features a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square.

P
Phakatip
From
Thailand
The location and the facilities
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,557 reviews
Price from
$95.40
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.

F
Francesco
From
Italy
The room was clean, the staff was super kind and available - just overall good vibes. I've never stayed in a hostel before and it exceeded my expectations. The bathroom was easy to access as there were several on my floor. The neighborhood is cool, too. (Note that I had the room for myself, rather than the dorm.)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 894 reviews
Price from
$85.68
1 night, 2 adults

Bposhtels San Francisco

Union Square, San Francisco

Ideally set in the center of San Francisco, Bposhtels San Francisco has free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 3-star hostel offers luggage storage space.

T
Tracey
From
United Kingdom
Really friendly and accommodating staff! Was able to drop my bags, use the restroom before checkin. The rooms are clean, newly refurbed and the beds are comfy. Near to the bart station. Met some really nice people there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$74.02
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.

a
andramay
From
Philippines
Nice place. Near to chinatown and union square
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,060 reviews
Price from
$573.85
1 night, 2 adults

SF Travelers Inn

North Beach, San Francisco

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.

E
Elise
From
United States
The staff are very nice. The hostel is close to the Trans America Building. It's a decent enough stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
Fair - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
$76
1 night, 2 adults

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

Polk Gulch, San Francisco

Music City - The Star Machine is San Francisco’s music campus, where culture, hospitality, and creative energy all collide for an unforgettable experience.

D
DIGBEU
From
United States
I love this place ❤️ The bottom bankbed in the dorm is very low. I have issues with my right ankle. Both knees so I can't climb. They are very nice accommodate me. I'm not complaining. Just saying that bed is very low and make it hard to get up.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews
Price from
$133
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews

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Avg. price/night: $160.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4,330 reviews
Great location, safe neighbourhood and friendly staff.
Guest review byMary Grace
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 898 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 byJeff
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,365 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 byKayla
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 894 reviews
One of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Clean, friendly lots of space, they thought out everything.
Guest review byIeva
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $144.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,609 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 byAlexis
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $133.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 527 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 byMateusz
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,060 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 byRobert Bor-Jie
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $119.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,371 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 byCaoimhe
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 155 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 bySandra
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $103.76
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,557 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 byThais
Solo traveler