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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, (494 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 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, (484 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is CA $143
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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, (411 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 $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

4. 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 $70
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
European Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

5. 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 $93
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Amsterdam 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is CA $98
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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, (663 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is CA $113
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Adelaide Hostel
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Top South San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great property and very kind staff"
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

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South San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,071
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
CA $82
Highest Price
CA $166

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 customers: Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North - Located within a 20-minute walk of San Francisco Bay. You can take advantage of free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant at this motel. Park Pointe Hotel - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, 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 definitely a plus 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 February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for South San Francisco is 23 inches.
What is there to see and do in South San Francisco?
In general, 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 like 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 and around 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 Intl. Airport (SFO), 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), situated 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Head over to South San Francisco Metro Station for metro transit. If you're hoping to explore more of the area, head over to South San Francisco Station to take a train.

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