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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 3-minute walk to Union Square

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Lounge
Private Queen Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave
Reception
Lounge
Close to Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel provides a library, laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is Rp1.181.469
Rp1.375.721 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Room options

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Private Queen Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Private Queen Room Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Private Economy Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Private Twin Room Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Private Twin Room Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Bed in Women's 4-bed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Bed in Men's 4-bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, 94102

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Oracle Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lombard Street - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Pier 39 - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 2 min drive
  • Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop - 2 min walk
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pinecrest Diner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hinodeya - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Halal Guys - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mason - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bartlett Hall - ‬1 min walk

About this property

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Hostel near Moscone Convention Center
Close to Union Square and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel provides a library, laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property, a water dispenser and tour/ticket information
  • A table football, ATM/banking services and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, a lift and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 99 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • Housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 35 per night)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 1:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 10 October 2025 to 31 December 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night(82 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hi Francisco Hostel Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel San Francisco
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel on 25 Nov 2025 start from Rp1.181.469, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel located?

Located in Union Square, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Union Square, Moscone Convention Center and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and Embarcadero Center are also within 1 mile (2 km). Powell St & O'Farrell St Stop and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 358 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the vibe, great people, really great feel to the whole hostel. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a blast staying here! Super easy to walk to from Powell Station, full kitchen to cook and store food, and everyone was super nice. Definitely will be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good hostel
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first stay in a hostel and I was very impressed. The room was clean and neat, it was quiet, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is the most interesting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fendika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hostel in a gorgeous old building . It is opposite a parking garage which you can get discounted 24 hr parking .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good common spaces! A lot of people stay here, so expect fellow dormers. Front desk staff are kind. Cafe next door gives a 10% discount if you tell them you stay at the hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sudhanshu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place overall
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's the nicest hostel I've ever stayed in. The exterior was under renovation as well as the elevator during our stay, but I wouldn't hold that against them. It was perfectly fine accommodations for a few nights.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Parmida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that room where clean and safe. Breakfast and the kitchen was a very nice experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean place for reasonable price.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hamzah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well I slept during my whole stay but everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LIU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keshia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

qinghua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I really like the attitude of this waiter, sorry I did ask his name but I forgot! Tall and blond curly hair. He is very nice and has a great attitude!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming

I have stayed here 2x and having stayed at another hostel in SF this is the one I'd recommend. It's so clean and comfortable, with a great lounge and kitchen and lots of friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enoch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
accessibility and very dedicated and understanding staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant old building with tons of character situated in the heart of the TL. The staff is friendly and helpful and the facilities are clean and well kept. Will be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chenoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Homey and cute
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Intakab

Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024