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Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels

1. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

Location: Cow Hollow
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 416 reviews)
Price: CA $127, CA $148 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 30 - Dec 1, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: Great location, friendly staff and I felt safe for solo female traveler., by Sofiariantika

2. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

Location: Western Addition
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 494 reviews)
Price: CA $78, CA $91 total, includes taxes & fees, Dec 14 - Dec 15, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: It, by SERGIO

3. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

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

Location: Union Square
Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 506 reviews)
Price: CA $101, CA $118 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 21 - Nov 22, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: Great stay. Everyone was nice and there were people of all ages. Super convenient location!, by Raven

4. Amsterdam Hostel

A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

Location: Union Square
Guest rating: 7.8/10 (Good, 261 reviews)
Price: CA $94, CA $111 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 21 - Nov 22, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: Awesome place, by Cesar

5. Orange Village Hostel

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden tables, and red bar stools.

Location: Union Square
Guest rating: 7.6/10 (Good, 1011 reviews)
Price: CA $89, CA $104 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 30 - Dec 1, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: Enjoyed my stay, by Elickson

6. European Hostel

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, and a stove.

Location: Downtown San Francisco
Guest rating: 5.6/10 (739 reviews)
Price: CA $115, CA $136 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 16 - Nov 17, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience., by Elickson

7. Adelaide Hostel

A hotel lobby with a red and grey color scheme, featuring a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

Location: Union Square
Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 664 reviews)
Price: CA $114, CA $134 total, includes taxes & fees, Nov 23 - Nov 24, for Our top choices for McNears Beach hostels
Review: Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff, by Siela

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Top reviews in McNears Beach

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Address: 1475 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA, 94123, US
Location: Cow Hollow
Star rating: 2/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (416 reviews)
Review: It was a pretty convient place with reasonable price and cool environment, by Mohammad, December 12, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Address: 1533 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109, US
Location: Western Addition
Star rating: 2/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (494 reviews)
Review: This is a very great hostel with helpful and friendly staff. Location is perfect for easy access to public transportation. There is a small kitchenette with a fridge, microwave and toaster. Toilet and showers are clean., by Casper, April 9, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Address: 312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102, US
Location: Union Square
Star rating: 2/5
Guest rating: 9/10 (506 reviews)
Review: My stay at HI San Francisco hostel was really nice. I love the room as cleanliness was maintained properly and they have 24 hour desk services to help. Also, there is a big kitchen on 3rd floor we can store the food there and use it later, also have opportunities to meet new people . It was a wonderful stay for me., by Ritika, October 10, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Orange Village Hostel

Address: 411 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102, US
Location: Union Square
Star rating: 1.5/5
Guest rating: 7.6/10 (1011 reviews)
Review: Rooms have 2 nice lockers for each bed, one under bed, one on the side. Though it doesn't have curtains for privacy or light protection. It provides very good free breakfast which is surprising with the price. Morning give a vibrant community environment during the breakfast. The location is very convenient in the downtown. Our private bathroom didn't have handsoap even which is annoying. Shared toilet doesn't doesn't have sink to wash hand, just a weird o e connected to toilet which did not..., by Md Shahnoor, October 3, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in McNears Beach?

Our customers like these places to stay in the area, and they may have budget-friendly rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the heart of McNears Beach. 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. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13 mi (21 km) from the heart of McNears Beach. 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 McNears Beach?

Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for McNears Beach is 21 inches.

What is there to see and do in McNears Beach?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate the area around McNears Beach. Major attractions include Muir Woods National Monument, Pier 39, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like McNears Beach Country Park, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, and Alcatraz Island. Visit landmarks like Golden Gate Bridge.

What's the best way to get to and around McNears Beach while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in McNears Beach in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), 21.7 mi (34.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 23.4 mi (37.7 km) away.