HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

About this hotel

Convenient Location Located in the heart of San Francisco, just a short stroll from Union Square, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel offers a prime spot for shopping and dining enthusiasts. Modern and Practical Accommodation Each room at the hostel is thoughtfully designed with large windows, cool tones, and contemporary furnishings. Some rooms even feature private en suite facilities for added comfort. Abundant Amenities Guests can enjoy full access to common areas such as a well-equipped kitchen and a cozy lounge. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi, keep belongings secure with provided lockers, and take advantage of on-site laundry facilities. Book now to experience the vibrant city life of San Francisco at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel.

What it has

• WiFi available
• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• 24-hour front desk
• Heating
• Laundry
• Luggage storage
• Non-smoking throughout
• Daily housekeeping
• Board games/puzzles
• Parking garage
• Shared kitchen
• Lockers
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• CCTV in common areas

…and 5 more.

The rooms

What the hotel offers, as the property describes it. Prices are live and appear above once you pick your dates.

• Private Queen Room Ensuite

  14 sqmsleeps 2Queen bed

  Featuring an private bathroom, this room can accommodate up to 2 guests. Bedding, towels and daily housekeeping is provided. A desk and USB charging station are provided.

• Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

  13 sqmsleeps 1Bunk bed

  This room features an private bathroom. Towels and linens are provided. Spacious lockers are provided under each bed. USB and electrical charging points and reading lamps are provided for…

• Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

  13 sqmsleeps 1Bunk bed

  This room features an private bathroom. Towels and linens are provided. Spacious lockers are provided under each bed. USB and electrical charging points and reading lamps are provided for…

• Private Economy Room

  11 sqmsleeps 3Twin bed · Double bed

  This small private room can accommodate up to 3 guests. Guests have access to a shared hallway bathroom. Bedding, towels and daily housekeeping is provided. A desk and USB charging station…

• Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

  sleeps 1Bunk bed

  1 Twin Bunk Bed Internet - Free WiFi Sleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels Practical - Laptop workspace and…

• Private Twin Room Ensuite

  14 sqmsleeps 2Twin bed

  Featuring an private bathroom, this room can accommodate up to 2 guests. Bedding, towels, daily housekeeping and a USB charging station are provided.

• Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  13 sqmsleeps 1Bunk bed

• Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

  13 sqmsleeps 1Bunk bed

  This room provides guests with access to a shared hallway bathroom. Towels and linens are provided. Spacious lockers are provided under each bed. USB and electrical charging points and…

• Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

  13 sqmsleeps 1Bunk bed

  This room provides guests with access to a shared hallway bathroom. Towels and linens are provided. Spacious lockers are provided under each bed. USB and electrical charging points and…

Arrival

Check-in from 03:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM

What guests rate it on

Each score is computed from what reviewers actually wrote about that aspect — not a separate star we invented.

• Cleanliness7.7

  Mixed reviews; some bathrooms noted to be clean, but presence of smells and shared toilets mentioned.

• Service9.2

  Many positive mentions of helpful and friendly staff.

• Location9.2

  Excellent location near Union Square with good public transport access.

• Room Quality7.2

  Rooms noted to be small and stuffy with some guests expressing disappointment.

• Amenities8.2

  Facilities like kitchen and lounge area present, but some amenities were limited.

• Value for Money8.7

  Generally viewed as a decent value, though small room sizes noted.

• Food and Beverage8.2

  Positive notes on coffee availability but some criticism on kitchen setup.

• Overall Experience8.7

  Overall a pleasant stay, meeting expectations for the price.

What guests said

A sample of 2 recent reviews, unedited — good and bad. The 8.4 above is the hotel’s full score from all 4,249, not the average of these few.

• 10.0Mauricio · br2026-09-19

  Easy and fast place to stay

  + Secure place to stay, close to everything I need for my event.

  − I liked to stay here and had not something which I didn’t liked

• 7.0Florencia · ar2026-09-16

  Hostel social

  + Camas con cortinas Café y té de cortesía Muchos espacios comunes Eventos y tours gratuitos Personal buena onda

  − La zona era medio rara… te pasabas una cuadra y había muchos homeless y gente extraña Instalaciones un poco viejas

Before you book

Please Note: Guests under the age of 18 are only allowed to check in with a parent or official guardian. Please note: The property will try to keep people travelling together in the same room. However, this might not always be possible. If you have a special request concerning this, please email the hostel directly right after booking. Please note: Hostel can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply. Guests may only stay up to 14 nights in a calendar year. Please note, reservations do not have to be for consecutive dates. Please note: Parties travelling with children under the age of 12 must stay in a private room or rent out an entire dorm room.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.