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Our top choices for Half Moon Bay 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, (498 reviews)
"it was lovely and they really did have anything you'd need!! i'd book again and would recommend to friends too!!"
Canada
Florence
The price is CA $100
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A historic building with a corner entrance, large windows, and a fire escape.

2. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is CA $147
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (412 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff and clean room. Bonus with the carpark if you book a private room"
Australia
Susan
The price is CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden floor, a fireplace, and a small table with a chair.

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (260 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is CA $79
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Amsterdam Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

5. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (737 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
The price is CA $69
CA $81 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
European Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is CA $95
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Orange Village 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, (664 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is CA $112
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Half Moon Bay Hotel Reviews

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

8/10 Good
"All good, breakfast was hard to find"
Fred 2-night trip
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Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel

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Half Moon Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,409
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $81
Highest Price
CA $171

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Half Moon Bay?
Our travelers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable prices: Half Moon Bay Lodge - 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the heart of Half Moon Bay. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 22.5 mi (36.3 km) from the heart of Half Moon Bay. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Half Moon Bay?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Half Moon Bay is 19 inches.
What is there to see and do in Half Moon Bay?
In general, Half Moon Bay is known for its beaches, festivals, and restaurants. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places like Half Moon Bay State Beach, Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay, and Redondo Beach. Cultural attractions include Hiller Aviation Museum, Coyote Point Park, and Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Half Moon Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Half Moon Bay in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is San Carlos, CA (SQL), 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from the city center. Another option is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), situated 10.8 mi (17.3 km) away.

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