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Our top choices for South San Francisco hostels

A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (480 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is HK$699
HK$814 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

2. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is HK$459
HK$535 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

3. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is HK$650
HK$763 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

4. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Best place to stay in sf"
United States
Tamara
The price is HK$656
HK$771 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Orange Village Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

5. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (404 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is HK$810
HK$942 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (721 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is HK$561
HK$659 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
European Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is HK$628
HK$737 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
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Top South San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

Grand Hyatt San Francisco

8/10 Good
"Refunded the security deposit very soon"
Hsien 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Grand Hyatt San Francisco

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South San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,860
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
HK$535
Highest Price
HK$942

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in South San Francisco?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these South San Francisco accommodations, which have good reviews from our guests: Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North - Located within a 20-minute walk of San Francisco Bay. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant at this motel. Park Pointe Hotel - Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in South San Francisco?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for South San Francisco is 574 mm.
What is there to see and do in South San Francisco?
Generally, South San Francisco is known for its restaurants, cafes and local tours. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places such as Santa Cruz Mountains, San Bruno Point Park and Sign Hill Park. Cultural attractions include SFO Museum, Coyote Point Park and The Midway.
What's the best way to get to and around South San Francisco while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in South San Francisco in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), which is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Head to South San Francisco Metro Station for metro travel. If you're eager to see more of the area, head over to South San Francisco Station to hop on a train.

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