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Our top choices for San Francisco hostels

1. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious"
United States
Matt
The price is ￥4,785
￥5,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Toucan Hostel
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

2. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
The price is ￥7,647
￥8,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Viajero San José Hostel
A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

3. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (147 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is ￥9,932
￥11,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hostel Casa Colon
A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.

4. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"I loved my stay everyone was super friendly. Central area and great view. I felt safe. The kitchen and outdoor washroom was also very nice"
Canada
Salimah
The price is ￥5,854
￥6,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

5. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (33 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is ￥7,385
￥8,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Gaudys Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a door, and two wall-mounted pictures.

6. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
The price is ￥4,255
￥4,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Luca
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

7. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
The price is ￥3,946
￥7,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Lolas Hostal
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.

8. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (356 reviews)
"Excellent atmosphere especially for meeting other travelers from around the world"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is ￥1,392
￥3,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large map on the wall, a red patterned sofa, and a glass door leading outside.

9. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
1.5 star property
San Pedro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Great Hostel to Stay at. Clean, Quiet, Great Value for the $ and the Breakfast is Awesome"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥3,433
￥3,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.

10. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (243 reviews)
"Staff was beyond amazing. They helped us out tremendously during a stressful middle of the night travel situation. It's not luxury but it's very convenient, clean, bed was comfortable, free shuttle to airport and the staff was wonderful."
United States
Miriam
The price is ￥3,004
￥6,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

10/10 Excellent
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Gustavo 2-night trip
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Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

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San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
522
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,481
Highest Price
￥11,223

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Francisco?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in San Francisco are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Francisco?
Get out into nature with places like Ojo de Agua Spa Park, Sabana Park, and Central Park. Cultural attractions include Museum of Costa Rican Art, National Theater of Costa Rica, and Juan Santamaria Historical Museum. Locals like to shop at Oxígeno Human Playground and Walk of Flowers Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around San Francisco while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San Francisco in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away from the city center. Another option is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), located 4.8 mi (7.7 km) away.

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