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Our top choices for San Francisco hostels

Deluxe Double Room | Bed sheets

1. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (43 reviews)
"Very convenient to get to and from the airport and the included bfast was delicious"
United States
Matt
The price is ￥4,643
￥5,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Toucan Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Bathroom sink

2. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"If you are looking for a cheap, conformable place with hot water, this is your place to go"
United States
Xena
The price is ￥5,506
￥6,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
Restaurant

3. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
The price is ￥7,246
￥8,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Viajero San José Hostel
Lobby

4. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (146 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is ￥9,802
￥11,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hostel Casa Colon
Standard Room | WiFi (free)

5. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is ￥3,979
￥4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Luca
Living room

6. 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 ￥3,914
￥7,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Lolas Hostal
Staircase

7. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (34 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is ￥8,608
￥9,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Gaudys Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

8. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (364 reviews)
"Excellent atmosphere especially for meeting other travelers from around the world"
United States
D'Arcy
The price is ￥1,374
￥3,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
Interior

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 ￥3,389
￥3,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
Interior

10. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (245 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥3,106
￥6,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom | Exterior

11. Selune

Selune
2.0 star property
Alajuela
The price is ￥4,880
￥5,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Selune
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

10/10 Excellent
"Beau hotel pour un prix raisonnable"
Shany 1-night trip
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Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

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San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
465
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,435
Highest Price
￥11,076

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 National Museum of Costa Rica. 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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