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Our top choices for San Francisco hostels

Lobby

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
The price is ฿1,304
฿1,900 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Bposhtels San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (390 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, staff plans fun and affordable activities around daily. Really great!"
United States
chrysalyne
The price is ฿2,229
฿2,596 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (326 reviews)
"Great experience. Staff was very helping and everything was clean. "
United States
Briana
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (213 reviews)
"Clean, walkable and quiet hostel with plenty of food within walking distance."
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿1,928
฿2,265 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Amsterdam Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (398 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff. Wonderful stay "
United States
Joseph
Chapter San Francisco
Restaurant

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"For $10 a night free food is an "
United States
Juan
Orange Village Hostel
Living area

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is ฿2,758
฿3,241 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Lobby sitting area

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (638 reviews)
"I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay."
United States
Michael
The price is ฿2,453
฿2,882 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Adelaide Hostel
Food and drink

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (672 reviews)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is ฿2,389
฿2,807 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
European Hostel
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"A nice stop when you have an early morning flight. Parking is easy, breakfast is good, and you can stroll along the bay."
Kris 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

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San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,698
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,900
Highest Price
฿3,241

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in San Francisco?
By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your money for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and theatres.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in San Francisco?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: Orange Village Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Chapter San Francisco - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Van Ness Ave Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and multilingual staff. You'll find showers, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel - 2-minute walk from Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a lift and multilingual staff. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Amsterdam Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Taylor St Stop and Powell St & Bush St Stop. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs.
How many hostels will I be able to find in San Francisco?
If you're searching for an affordable place to stay in San Francisco, one of Expedia's 11 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Francisco?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for San Francisco is 448 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Francisco?
Overall, San Francisco is known for its museums, theatres and architecture. Top attractions include Oracle Park and Pier 39. Get out into nature with places such as Golden Gate Park, Yerba Buena Gardens and TransAmerica Redwood Forest. Cultural attractions include SHN Curran Theatre, Marines Memorial Theater and Warfield Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around San Francisco while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San Francisco in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 11.8 mi (19.1 km) away. An alternative is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), located 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. You can access metro transport at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop, Powell St & Post St Stop and Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop. To explore more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at San Francisco Station, 22nd Street Station or Bayshore Station.