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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Property class: 2

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A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.
A hotel hallway with a patterned carpet, wooden benches, and a laundry sign.
A reception desk with wooden panels, two pendant lights, and a bulletin board with various notices.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, a sink, and a door.
A cozy living room with a patterned carpet, a blue sofa, a brown leather couch, and a guitar leaning against the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $83
$71 nightly
$83 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Explore the area

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312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Place, Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Warfield Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, a sink, and a door.

Private Queen Room Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bunk bed with a patterned bedspread, a yellow desk, and a blue carpet in a room with teal walls.

Private Economy Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A room with two beds, a window, a painting on the wall, and a hanging light fixture.

Private Twin Room Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bunk room with three bunk beds, each with a number label, and a window with curtains.

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a bathroom with an orange wall, and a door leading to another room.

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

A room with bunk beds, wooden paneling, a window with curtains, and a blue carpet.

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a bathroom with an orange wall, and a door leading to another room.

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

A room with bunk beds, wooden paneling, a window with curtains, and a blue carpet.

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Francisco

With a stay at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel in San Francisco (Union Square), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Union Square and 12 minutes by foot from Moscone Convention Center. .This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from SF Masonic Auditorium and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
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What's nearby

  • SHN Curran Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Warfield Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Moscone Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 2 min walk
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kin Khao - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Herb N'Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪King of Thai Noodle House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offers 99 accommodations with hair dryers and portable fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Make yourself at home in one of the 99 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and portable fans, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 35 per night)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night(82 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hi Francisco Hostel Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel San Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 493 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious hostel and very close to many attractions and train stations
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is locates in downtown convenient for everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel in SF, hands down. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay. Different from what we are accustomed to beings it is a Hostel. But everything was good and we have no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a solo traveler! This hostel is very affordable and safe, especially thanks to the 4-person female dorms. The common areas are perfect for meeting people and having a good time. I had an excellent week-long stay in the heart of San Francisco and it was good quality for the price of the stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room good staff and location is also good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Nice kitchen, clean, great area, nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay.. costing less safe and secure ..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean rooms with comfortable beds. Bathrooms were also clean with plenty of hot water. The kitchen was modern and well stocked. Blazing saddles bike rentals offers a $24 dollar, 24hr rental for guests. I highly recommend this hostel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. Everyone was super nice. The location was PERFECT and room (I had one of the private ones) was exactly what I needed for my stay. Will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, great location. Only wish there were curtains for privacy. The rooms and restrooms are small. The kitchen and other areas are nice
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location downtown, easy access to get everywhere. Great things to explore walking in every direction. Easy access to public transportation. Very helpful staff. Big kitchen & common rooms to hang out. Thanks for a great visit. ;)
Stayed 13 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have on site laundry machines, a gracious kitchen, plenty of showers and the beds are pretty comfortable. All in all my favorite hostel in San fransisco
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best value for a hostel bunk in San Francisco. Consistent, the bunks are comfortable, and they have snacks and drinks for sale in the lobby, that’s a nice touch when you don’t have the energy to leave the hotel. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are comfortable sharing space witb other people, very sustainable option to live.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the vibe, great people, really great feel to the whole hostel. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean yes very staff was polite and the guests were amazing always end up meeting some amazing person when I stay at a hostil very affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. Hot water for tea and coffee available and free coffee in the reception area. Very friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and great people!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great save for one detail — a small toaster oven appliance is needed in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, staff plans fun and affordable activities around daily. Really great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
D.A.S. good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hostel
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025