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Our top choices for South San Francisco hostels

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1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (469 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is ₩121,853
₩141,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lobby

2. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (25 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
The price is ₩49,548
₩74,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Bposhtels San Francisco
Interior

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (393 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Close to many bus stops"
United States
Selina
The price is ₩149,795
₩174,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (250 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is ₩99,715
₩117,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Amsterdam Hostel
Shared kitchen

5. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is ₩126,161
₩147,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
The price is ₩97,373
₩114,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Orange Village Hostel
Front of property

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (712 reviews)
"It was great im coming back soon"
United States
Myla
The price is ₩67,696
₩79,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
European Hostel
Terrace/patio

8. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (655 reviews)
"Love this place. Staff is awesome"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ₩135,392
₩159,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Adelaide Hostel
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Top South San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved our stay at the Handlery. Convenient location. Very clean, large room, everything worked, comfortable beds, and friendly helpful staff."
Karen 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Find out more about South San Francisco

South San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,207
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩74,529
Highest Price
₩174,230

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in South San Francisco?
Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North - 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from the heart of South San Francisco. 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. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point - 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the heart of South San Francisco. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel.
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 Oracle Park, Pier 39, and San Francisco Bay. 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.