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Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco - Restaurant
Green Tortoise Hostel
8.7 Very good
North Beach₪434+
₪434+
Free Wi-Fi
Orange Village Hostel - San Francisco - Front desk
Orange Village Hostel
7.8 Good
Tenderloin₪312+
₪312+
Free Wi-Fi
Adelaide Hostel - San Francisco - Lobby
Adelaide Hostel - San Francisco - Lobby
Adelaide Hostel
7.4 Good
Tenderloin₪366+
₪366+
Free Wi-Fi
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel - San Francisco - Front desk
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel - San Francisco - Front desk
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel
8.3 Very good
Marina District₪338+
₪338+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Usa Hostels San Francisco - San Francisco - Kitchen
Usa Hostels San Francisco - San Francisco - Kitchen
Usa Hostels San Francisco
8.4 Very good
Tenderloin₪328+
₪328+
Free Wi-Fi
Pacific Tradewinds Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Pacific Tradewinds Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Pacific Tradewinds Hostel
8.8 Very good
Financial District₪156+
₪156+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Samesun San Francisco - San Francisco - Dining room
Samesun San Francisco - San Francisco - Dining room
Samesun San Francisco
8.5 Very good
Cow Hollow₪469+
₪469+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Podshare San Francisco Marina - San Francisco - Patio
Podshare San Francisco Marina - San Francisco - Patio
Podshare San Francisco Marina
7.8 Good
Marina District₪274+
₪274+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Hostel Style Shared Room - Daly City - Bedroom
Hostel Style Shared Room - Daly City - Bedroom
Hostel Style Shared Room
9.1 Wonderful
₪146+
₪146+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Europa Hostel - San Francisco
Europa Hostel - San Francisco
Europa Hostel
4.8 Mediocre
SoMa₪584+
₪584+
Vantaggio Suites San Francisco Abigail - San Francisco
Vantaggio Suites San Francisco Abigail - San Francisco
Vantaggio Suites San Francisco Abigail
6.3 Okay
Civic Center₪260+
₪260+
Free Wi-Fi
DC Crashpad - Daly City
DC Crashpad - Daly City
DC Crashpad
7.3 Good
₪613+
₪613+
Free Wi-Fi
Hi Marin Headlands Hostel - Sausalito
Hi Marin Headlands Hostel - Sausalito
Hi Marin Headlands Hostel
7.6 Good
₪153+
₪153+
Free Wi-Fi

San Francisco hostels near the city center

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Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel
8.4 Very good
Union Square Area₪328+
₪328+
European Hostel - San Francisco - Building
European Hostel
4.6 Mediocre
SoMa₪187+
₪187+
Chapter San Francisco - San Francisco - Restaurant
Chapter San Francisco - San Francisco - Restaurant
Chapter San Francisco
8.8 Very good
Western Addition₪192+
₪192+
Amsterdam Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Amsterdam Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Amsterdam Hostel
7.4 Good
Tenderloin₪257+
₪257+
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Low season

November

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

₪182

Average price (weekend night)

₪174
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
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Top tips for finding San Francisco hostel deals

  • Whether you’re traveling on your own or with a group, there are a handful of advantages that come with booking a hostel in San Francisco over the more expensive hotels and vacation rentals in the area. Besides more modest prices, hostels in this area are great for meeting other travelers, due to their emphasis on shared common areas and onsite features like bars and cafes.
  • The highest concentration of hostels in San Francisco is in the central districts near the Tenderloin. Booking a hostel in this area puts you within reach of all the attractions and venues that downtown San Francisco has to offer, whether you’re interested in the Museum of Modern Art or the Golden Gate Bridge. For a San Francisco experience on the seafront, you can book a hostel near Fisherman’s Wharf, which offers easy access to ocean views, sea lions, and all the attractions on the wharf itself.
  • If you’re traveling on your own and you’re looking to meet other travelers, booking a room at one of the hostels in San Francisco that offers an enhanced social environment is essential. The Green Tortoise Hostel, located just outside of downtown San Francisco, has a game room and several common areas where you can connect with fellow tourists. This hostel also features several amenities to make your stay more convenient, like a computer room and a shared kitchen.
  • Heading to San Francisco with a group of friends or family? Booking a room at the right hostel is important in making sure that your trip goes as smoothly as possible. At Orange Village Hostel near the popular Union Square area, there are double and triple room options that you can mix and match to ensure that your entire party is accommodated. The Orange Village Hostel also offers daily continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and spacious common areas for your convenience.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 5 days before your stay to get the best price for a San Francisco hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in San Francisco for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in San Francisco

  • What are the best hostels near Fisherman's Wharf?

    Fisherman's Wharf is a popular area in San Francisco and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Samesun San Francisco or Green Tortoise Hostel for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf.

  • How much does a hostel cost in San Francisco?

    Hostel prices in San Francisco can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in San Francisco is ₪61 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as ₪19 in the last 3 days.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in San Francisco?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in San Francisco is ₪61 compared to ₪299 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in San Francisco?

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Orange Village Hostel - San Francisco - Front desk
Orange Village Hostel
7.8 Good
Tenderloin₪312+
₪312+
Free Wi-Fi
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel - San Francisco - Front desk
HI San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel
8.3 Very good
Marina District₪338+
₪338+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Hi San Francisco Downtown Hostel
8.4 Very good
Union Square Area₪328+
₪328+
Free Wi-Fi
Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco - Restaurant
Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco - Restaurant
Green Tortoise Hostel
8.7 Very good
North Beach₪434+
₪434+
Free Wi-Fi
Amsterdam Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Amsterdam Hostel - San Francisco - Living room
Amsterdam Hostel
7.4 Good
Tenderloin₪257+
₪257+
Free Wi-Fi
Adelaide Hostel - San Francisco - Lobby
Adelaide Hostel - San Francisco - Lobby
Adelaide Hostel
7.4 Good
Tenderloin₪366+
₪366+
Free Wi-Fi

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