About this property
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel features a central location, just a 5-minute walk from shopping and dining in Union Square. This hostel features both shared dorms and private rooms, and select rooms include an private bathroom, sink, and mirror. Guests have access to all common areas, including a full kitchen and an amply furnished lounge. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Secure lockers are offered. Laundry facilities is located on site. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel is a 7-minute walk from the Chinatown Gates and 5-minute walk from San Francisco Center on Market Street.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Laundry
- Heating
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ruonan
China“The location is amazing, walking distance to the union square and all the public transport. There's water dispenser on my floor so we didn't worry about the drinking water. There's a kitchen at the third floor so we could store some food for our...” 
Samuel
United States“The location is perfect, very close to Powell Station. I just took the BART, and it was very easy to find the hostel! The room was clean and well organized. They also serve coffee.”- John United States“I have stayed here before. The hostel's exterIor is unfer rennovation. I look for it to be done. Elevator was not working. Sad!”
- Trevor United States“I loved the friendly vibe, and also the amenities. The kitchen was perfect and included pots ,pans, plates bowls and utensils for use. Very modern kitchen and very clean. Loved it.”
- Clay United States“Hostel was clean and had nice facilities. We only stayed one night, but it got the job done.”
- Joan United States“Location was good. Price was good. Staff was really helpful!”
- Margočová United States“I found everything beautiful about this place - the common chill room on the second floor, my own room was comfy and tidy, the kitchen was spacious and organized. I also liked the flags there - was very surprised when I found the flag of my home...”
- Jeffrey United States“I've been staying at this HI a long time and the place is neat and convenient when you need a place to stay.”
- Sokoy United States“Most of the staff are very welcoming and helpful. The bedroom is clean and cozy, the bathroom and toilet are also clean, they clean it daily.”
- Matilde
Italy“I loved the welcome by the young man at the reception in the morning”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please Note: Guests under the age of 18 are only allowed to check in with a parent or official guardian.
Please note: The property will try to keep people travelling together in the same room. However, this might not always be possible. If you have a special request concerning this, please email the hostel directly right after booking.
Please note: Hostel can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
Guests may only stay up to 14 nights in a calendar year. Please note, reservations do not have to be for consecutive dates.
Please note: Parties travelling with children under the age of 12 must stay in a private room or rent out an entire dorm room.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
