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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Union Square

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Lounge
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Lounge
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Explore the area

Map
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Union Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Moscone Convention Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Oracle Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

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

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

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

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Private Economy Room

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

Private Economy Room

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Private Twin Room Ensuite

Private Twin Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Private Queen Room Ensuite

Private Queen Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

San Francisco

At HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Union Square and within 15 minutes of Moscone Convention Center. Highlights at this hostel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 20-minute walk of this Union Square hostel include San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Embarcadero Center.
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What's nearby

  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 2 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cityscape Bar and Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪King Of Thai Noodle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mason - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Union Square
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel.

This San Francisco hostel is smoke free.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offers 99 accommodations with a hairdryer and portable fans. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 35 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 December 2024 to 31 March 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Lift
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night(82 ft away; open 24 hours)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel on 13 Apr 2025 start from NZ$192.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

The closest beach to HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel is Ocean Beach (9.3 km).

Does HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

No, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 289 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hamza

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that room where clean and safe. Breakfast and the kitchen was a very nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florencia

Great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tv in room but had a blessed stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ma. Deborah J. Dela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My second stay here. The first stay was great, shared beds with 4 other girls, room was in the second floor, very nice, clean and quiet room, breakfast was substantial too. I was impressed, so on my second visit to SFO, I brought my daughter with me. Was given a 5th floor room, for 3 people, but only me and my daughter occupied it the whole 2-night stay. The room smelled of dirty, old and wet carpet. We arrived almost 12 midnight, and only had a day to tour the city, we didn’t ask for a room-change for it was a waste of time. I would still stay in this hostel the next visit, for it’s very near the Powell station and lots of connecting transportation to everything, but I’ll be sure to ask for a room change if the room smells.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xinyi

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Paapa

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience. This was my first time in SF and first time staying at a hostel. I chose to stay in the private queen room. The location is awesome, right in the downtown area and close to public transportation. There’s free WiFi and a modest free breakfast (toast, cereal, boiled eggs, coffee). The second floor has a lounging area and a foosball table. The staff was kind and helpful. It was very clean. The room was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Issanagui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a female dorm for one night. It was comfortable. The only thing was that the carpet felt moist and I didn’t know why. Bathroom was outside the room but huge and with hot water. It’s an old classical building right in the middle of everything. Breakfast was basic but appreciated anyway. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay. What I would expect, which is nice isn't it? HI's are all a little bit different, but dependable - you know? Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the price. Amazing location. A little noisy.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First stay at a hostel. Not bad.
Only needed a clean room to stay in for the night after seeing a late show. I was there for check in and then back around 2am to sleep. I had a top bunk, the bed was fine, no one was on bottom. A five minute walk from Bart. I was hoping for a better breakfast but it was very simple(I had toast with butter and jam,an apple, and some boiled eggs and coffee), but better than nothing. There's also a cafe/restaurant next door if you want something else. I would stay again for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josue

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sui Yin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Intakab

Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming
I have stayed here 2x and having stayed at another hostel in SF this is the one I'd recommend. It's so clean and comfortable, with a great lounge and kitchen and lots of friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Katelyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024