HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

San Francisco · USA

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HostelPunk Score
51% SHIT
High confidence 415 reviews
5th best in San Francisco

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 💻 Coworking Space 🅿️ Paid Parking ♿ Wheelchair Friendly ♿ Shower Chairs ♿ Wheelchair-Accessible Bathrooms
Other facilities (38)
Bicycle Parking Luggage Storage Direct Dial Telephone 24 Hour Reception ATM Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Foosball Wi-Fi Recycling Bins Elevator Linen Included Towels Included Reading Light Hair Dryers Charging Plugs Security Lockers Key Card Access 24 Hour Security CCTV in Common Areas Fire Extinguishers First Aid Kits Smoke Alarms Smoke Detector Common Room Lounge Room Free City Maps Free WiFi Free City Tour Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Hot Showers Hair Dryers For Hire Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Filtered Water Dispenser

Prices

Dorms $36 / night
Privates $84 / night

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Recent reviews

USA MALE May 4, 2026 Atm 100%

Great location, friendly staff. Good value.

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South Korea Solo traveler Apr 18, 2026 8.0/10

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United States Solo traveler Apr 17, 2026 8.0/10

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China Solo traveler Apr 17, 2026 9.0/10

+ very cozy building, multiple floors so it does not feel crowded. shared bathroom and common areas were always clean.

- Shared dorm room can get stuffy since the ventilation system is lacking in an old building.

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United States Couple Apr 14, 2026 8.0/10

+ Cool communal hang out areas

- Scaffolding right outside our window and sign saying not to open the window

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USA FEMALE Apr 14, 2026 Atm 100%

A really good experience! The property is a very cool building with all the amenities you would expect. The cleaning staff took their work very seriously, which was most appreciated. The underbed lockers were easy to use and felt very secure. I wish the beds had curtains, but my roommates were thoughtful, so it really wasn't a problem. Would definitely stay at this hostel again.

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Mexico Solo traveler Apr 13, 2026 9.0/10

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China Solo traveler Apr 11, 2026 10.0/10

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Canada Solo traveler Apr 10, 2026 6.0/10

+ The location.

- I've stayed at a bunch of HI Hostels in Canada, so I'm totally gonna compare them to this one. The room was super dim, and the lights kept flickering. The carpet felt like it needed a good scrub. The bathroom door wouldn't close right. I even saw spiders in the bathroom and by my bed! And get this, no fans anywhere, not even a little table fan. It was kinda hard for me to sleep since I always sleep with a fan on. Honestly, I booked this place because the other HI hostels were so lively with events and a social scene. This San Francisco Downtown one just didn't have that vibe. I was expecting something different and didn't get that same hostel joy. The biggest bummer was the construction outside. I couldn't open the windows or see the street, so I felt totally cooped up whenever I was in my room.

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United States Solo traveler Apr 9, 2026 7.0/10

+ The staff was very friendly and helpful. The coffee available was nice and it was located exactly where I needed to be. Plenty of nearby dining options near by as well.

- I didn't like that my bedding was on my mattress but not prepared . I shouldn't have to put my sheets on myself . It was neither easy nor convenient being on the upper bed.

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United States Solo traveler Apr 9, 2026 10.0/10

+ It was my first time staying at hostel in San Francisco and Hi Hostel Sanfrancisco was amazing stay.

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United Kingdom Solo traveler Apr 8, 2026 10.0/10

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Canada Solo traveler Apr 8, 2026 7.0/10

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Poland Solo traveler Apr 5, 2026 1.0/10

- The hostel was grimy. Dirty showers, toilets and carpets all around. Also, no social atmosphere - most guests seem to be there for work or conferences, so common spaces are taken over by people on zoom calls or working on their laptops. No events within the hostel to meet other people. And on top of that, the staff is very stand-offish and unhelpful. Generally, a miserable experience.

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Canada Solo traveler Apr 4, 2026 6.0/10

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USA FEMALE 18-24 Apr 4, 2026 Atm 100%

This is a great hostel to stay at, I highly recommend. The staff were friendly and the bathrooms were very clean. There is no breakfast included but you do get a discount at the restaurant next door. The hostel is in a good location and you can access a lot of different public transportation options to go around the city.

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Canada Solo traveler Apr 3, 2026 9.0/10

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Poland Couple Apr 2, 2026 9.0/10

+ Było bardzo czysto, naprawdę obiekt pod tym kątem spisuje się świetnie. Wspólne łazienki stale odświeżane, pokoje rozwieś codziennie sprzątane.

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Colombia Solo traveler Apr 2, 2026 10.0/10

+ Ubicación, instalaciones, áreas comunes. Un excelente lugar para hospedarse.

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India Solo traveler Apr 1, 2026 10.0/10

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