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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Union Square

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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Union Square and Palace Hotel. Also, Moscone Convention Center and Oracle Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop is steps away and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop is 3 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • ATM/banking services
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • Hair dryer
$71 nightly
The total price is $83
Feb 19 - Feb 20
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Private Queen Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Queen Room Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Private Twin Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Private Twin Room Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Desk
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • SHN Curran Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Warfield Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Palace Hotel - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 28 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 28 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 37 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 9 min drive
  • 22nd Street Station - 13 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 23 min walk
  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 2 min walk
  • Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop - 3 min walk
  • Union Square & Market St Stop - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Herb N'Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cityscape Bar & Restaurant | Hilton San Francisco Union Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Union Square and Palace Hotel. Also, Moscone Convention Center and Oracle Park are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop is steps away and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 99 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • 24-hour offsite parking within 82 ft (USD 35 per night)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Foosball

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Lockers available

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 35 per night (82 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

What are the check-in and check-out times at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel like?

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop and 13 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center.

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Reviews

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Free continental breakfast was a convenient and appreciated option. (7 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Bathroom
Breakfast
Elevator
Kitchen
Shower
Public transport
Luggage

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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
Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the vibe, great people, really great feel to the whole hostel. Would definitely stay there again
Josiah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice and helpful staff, attractive comfortable lounge area, great laundry set up.
Michelle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a blast staying here! Super easy to walk to from Powell Station, full kitchen to cook and store food, and everyone was super nice. Definitely will be back again!
Jesus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good hostel
David, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hostel amenities, activities and ambiance are wonderful. It was a great, lower-cost place to stay in a great location for exploring the city
Marie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was my first stay in a hostel and I was very impressed. The room was clean and neat, it was quiet, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I’d definitely stay here again.
Grace, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Accessibility to transpo, great stay for a cheaper price if you’re on a budget.
Mary Angel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and location
Angel, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is the most interesting
Joyce, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy to access to downtown area. Thanks
Tadashi, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Great people!
Hamza, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean room..
Fendika, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a good, reliable place to stay! It's walkable to Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf.
Sydney, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant hostel in a gorgeous old building . It is opposite a parking garage which you can get discounted 24 hr parking .
Ann, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very helpful and help me to change my room due to someone occupied my bed
Sui Yin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good common spaces! A lot of people stay here, so expect fellow dormers. Front desk staff are kind. Cafe next door gives a 10% discount if you tell them you stay at the hostel.
Katrina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place overall
Sudhanshu, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved this place
Naledi, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
Xinyi, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

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Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's the nicest hostel I've ever stayed in. The exterior was under renovation as well as the elevator during our stay, but I wouldn't hold that against them. It was perfectly fine accommodations for a few nights.
Isaac, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is my third time staying @ Hi hostel SF downtown.... Excellent location, super nice and friendly staff, literally 3 min walking to union square plaza and macy's..... rooms are always clean.... I had a great time meeting people from other countries.
Esteban, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

the staff is not friendly with everybody:(
Paulina, 5-night trip