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Our top choices for South San Francisco hostels

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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
mark ryan
The price is ￥11,102
￥12,927 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (298)
"Comfortable beds, privacy, clean room"
United States
Corey
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Fireplace
Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (201)
"Clean, walkable and quiet hostel with plenty of food within walking distance."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥8,887
￥10,442 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Amsterdam Hostel
Lobby
Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (989)
"Some of the best staff Ive encountered in hostels. Very friendly overall atmosphere and vibe. "
United States
Eugene
Orange Village Hostel
Exterior
Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380)
"Wonderful place to stay and relax. Professional staff and services."
United States
Syed
Chapter San Francisco
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is ￥13,775
￥16,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Terrace/patio
Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (633)
"I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥14,599
￥17,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Adelaide Hostel
Front of property
European Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (665)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is ￥6,675
￥7,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
European Hostel
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Top South San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great for 1 night stay! "
Jane 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Best Western Plus Grosvenor Airport Hotel

Find out more about South San Francisco

South San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,583
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥7,842
Highest Price
￥17,153

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in South San Francisco?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets positive reviews from our customers: Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North - 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from the heart of South San Francisco. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Jones St Stop and California St & Taylor St Stop. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk 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 San Francisco Bay, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. Get out into nature with places like Santa Cruz Mountains, San Bruno Point Park, and Golden Gate Park. Cultural attractions include SFO Museum, Coyote Point Park, and Louise Davies Symphony Hall.
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.

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