HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, a short walk to Union Square
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Lounge
Lounge
Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102
  • Union Square
    3 min walk
  • Westin St Francis Hotel Glass Elevators
    3 min walk
  • Warfield Theatre
    5 min walk
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.)
    19 min drive

Room options

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

Highlights

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

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

Highlights

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

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

Highlights

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

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

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

Private Economy Room

Highlights

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

Private Twin Room Ensuite

Highlights

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

Private Queen Room Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
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 Downtown San Francisco hostel include San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and Embarcadero Center.

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
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 3.7 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

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

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

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
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 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 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel on 1 Dec 2024 start from AU$105.72, 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. 164 out of 247 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 247 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 247 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 247 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 247 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Nadeep

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hamzah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well I slept during my whole stay but everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Govind

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kaleem, Nepean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hiroki, Wako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
よかった点: ・年季の入った建物ながらとても清潔でした ・街の中心部にあるため主要な観光地へのアクセスがしやすかったです 気になった点: ・水回りや廊下からすごく独特な臭いがしました ・朝食はブッフェ形式ですが値段相応の最低限の内容でした
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elina

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice amenities, great for a budget place to stay while exploring SF. Staff is also very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Francesca

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chenoa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Homey and cute
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Begimai

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

bhup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hostel for solo travelers!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would comeback and recommend
It was really nice, good service, great staff, good location, good activities and I really enjoyed staying there, the only thing that I would like them to improve is breakfast, some variation would be well appreciated… as a solo traveler I felt great, safe and coming back after a long day walking was great by knowing I had a comfortable bed to rest!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

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

8/10 Good

Qingyuan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jing

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convenient and clean ,nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot in the heart of downtown San Francisco! Plenty to do around the area. Nothing five star here, but clean and comfortable at a great price. We chose a private queen room with an en suite bathroom. Pictures accurately describe the room. No heat or AC with the older building unfortunately, but they do provide a small desk fan should you need it. Great water pressure with an eco-friendly, LED shower head to monitor your consumption. Free continental breakfast in the communal kitchen, nothing fancy, but good to have so you can grab a snack before stepping out to explore. Overall great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadiya

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024