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ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Backpacker Hostel

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

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.

N
Nicolas
From
Belgium
The vibe, everyone is very nice and talk to each other. The staff is great. I’ve met lots of people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 655 reviews
Price from
US$89.60
1 night, 2 adults

Chapter San Francisco

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

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.

R
Rachel
From
United Kingdom
Really helpful staff and great location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews
Price from
US$57.80
1 night, 2 adults

Samesun San Francisco

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Samesun San Francisco is set in San Francisco, 800 metres from Ghirardelli Square and 2.1 km from Alcatraz.

X
Xinyuan
From
Luxembourg
Very clean, good amenities, friendly staff, great location, convient and free parking. Only downside is that the airconditioner makes a monstrous noise like a helicopter during the night and woke us up in terror, even if it was put to “off” before we went to bed. So we had to unplug it to avoid the sudden noises. Otherwise a great place to stay ! Will definitely come back next time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,303 reviews
Price from
US$132.25
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

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.

T
Takeshi
From
Philippines
The comfort, value for money, and location are all about 20 points. All the other negatives are blown away, and it may be my favorite inn so far.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,911 reviews
Price from
US$90
1 night, 2 adults

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

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

A
Arne
From
Netherlands
Common areas, beds, wifi, breakfast, fellow travelers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,240 reviews
Price from
US$71.10
1 night, 2 adults

Music City Hotel - The San Francisco Music Experience

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

Music-themed boutique hotel & hostel with live music, karaoke, and an electrifying social scene!

M
Marketa
From
Czech Republic
The accomodation was great, I appreciated specially the capsule-like beds which were spacious and afforded enough privacy. The bathrooms were very clean and constantly being cleaned. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews
Price from
US$109.25
1 night, 2 adults

Green Tortoise Hostel

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

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.

D
Danielle
From
Brazil
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 🐢.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews
Price from
US$59.71
1 night, 2 adults

Orange Village Hostel

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

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.

J
Joaquín
From
Argentina
Great hotel if you have to be in the city downtown. Good rooms, good breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,642 reviews
Price from
US$107.10
1 night, 2 adults

Amsterdam Hostel

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

Conveniently located just 8 minutes' walk from San Francisco’s fashionable Union Square, Amsterdam Hostel places guests in Central San Francisco.

K
Kostiantyn Okhrimenko
From
Netherlands
they have really awesome internal courtyard ))
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,215 reviews
Price from
US$80.50
1 night, 2 adults

Podshare San Francisco Marina

San Francisco (Near Oakland)

Well located in the Marina District district of San Francisco, Podshare San Francisco Marina is situated 2.4 km from Ghirardelli Square, 3.6 km from University Of San Francisco and 3.7 km from...

M
Marcelina
From
Poland
amazing home atmosphere perfect hidden location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.