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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Union Square

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Lounge
Reception
Private Queen Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lounge
Fridge, microwave
When you stay at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and Moscone Convention Center. Also, Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay 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 2 minutes and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop is 3 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • 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
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 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
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 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
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • 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
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
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$51 nightly
The price is $59
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oracle Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 19 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 26 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 35 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 36 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 9 min drive
  • 22nd Street Station - 11 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
  • Powell St & Post St Stop - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mason - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bartlett Hall - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

When you stay at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Union Square and Moscone Convention Center. Also, Oracle Park and San Francisco Bay 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 2 minutes 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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 10 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

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 14 minutes' walk from Moscone Convention Center.

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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Bathroom
Breakfast
Elevator
Kitchen
Shower
Public transport
Trip

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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

Great staff and location
Angel, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Great people!
Hamza, 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

Great!
Xinyi, 3-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

8/10 Very good

Basic but does the job.
Avtar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved this place
Naledi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good
Parmida, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place overall
Sudhanshu, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

An overall good experiance

The Good part: The hostel is very cute and cosy botique hotel style. I loved the common rest space where you can hang out. The place is spotless and the location is excelent. The bad part: Most of the gests were desapointed as the room description stated that breakfast was included but there was no breakfest served to any of the guests. Luckilly there was a well equiped kitchen where you can prépare the food that you ca buy for yourself. My bed was next to the window that overlooked a parking lot lit through the whole night and the curtens were not thik enogh to block the light which felt almost like daylight. Not very pratical for sleeping. Also you have to make your own bed upon arival which can inconvient for your sleeping roommates if you arrive late at night.
Sarah, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was my first solo experience ever. I booked a trip to visit
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel is near the Powell St station which is convenient to go to different part of the city. It is clean and the staff are very friendly and helpful.
Sui Yin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was nice to stay in a hostel that has a lift. Reception were lovely. Not many showers on each floor but it did the job. It didn't say it included breakfast but online reviews said it did and on the back of the room door it said breakfast served between 7am and 9am which made me confused. It would of been nice to have curtains around the beds like other hostels I've been in but it was still okay. The building work occasionally started early outside the window but the noise didn't go on all day.
Zoe, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
LIU, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really like the attitude of this waiter, sorry I did ask his name but I forgot! Tall and blond curly hair. He is very nice and has a great attitude!
qinghua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for the price. Amazing location. A little noisy.
Chantal, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great, clean and nice staff.
kissimmee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hostel was clean and service was extremely friendly!
Dustin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I like that room where clean and safe. Breakfast and the kitchen was a very nice experience.
Leslie, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Adequate

I would stay here again for a QUICK TRIP. Pros - Close to a lot of things and very accessible (it is actually in downtown) - Rooms were clean and guests were respectful and quiet - No real issues with the stay Cons There were two things that turned me off the most: 1) Front desk- I observed and interacted with about 6 staff and what I found with all of them (except one younger white girl) is that they were all very nonchalant. They weren't rude or unprofessional but they also weren't friendly, welcoming, or engaging either. I saw them eating, being directly on their phone, and having personal conversations with coworkers right at the front desk. Since when can you eat and have a phone to your face in front of guests. Keep in mind these observations are with multiple guests around. The second thing being "no unregistered guests" in the room. Now if I were in the shared room that is completely sensible but if I am paying for a private room those rules shouldn't apply.
Yasaun, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience.
Florencia, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just Wonderful - really nice vibe, with lovely 24hr staff at front desk......
marcus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly
Samuel, 1-night trip