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Our top choices for Daly City hostels

A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (478 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (403 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
$110 nightly
The price is $128
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

4. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (721 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

5. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$82 nightly
The price is $96
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Best place to stay in sf"
United States
Tamara
$90 nightly
The price is $106
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Daly City Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
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Zihao 2-night trip
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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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Daly City Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,338
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
$76
Highest Price
$128

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Daly City?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for exploring. This destination's local restaurants offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the festivals are a cultural highlight.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have three main things in common, including low prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Daly City?
While you're choosing where to stay, take a look at this top Daly City hostel: DC Crashpad - Hostel - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Daly City?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Daly City is 21 inches.
What is there to see and do in Daly City?
Overall, Daly City is known for its gardens, festivals, and restaurants. Major attractions include Chase Center, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. Get out into nature with places like Santa Cruz Mountains, Thornton State Beach, and Mussel Rock Park. Cultural attractions include Colma Historical Association, SFO Museum, and Castro Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Daly City while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Daly City 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), 6.7 mi (10.8 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. Metro stations nearby include Colma Station and Daly City Station.

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