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Our top choices for Half Moon Bay hostels

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1. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (399 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was very friendly. Close to many bus stops"
United States
Selina
$121 nightly
The price is $141
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (472 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (470 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

4. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
$49 nightly
The price is $57
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Bposhtels San Francisco
Lobby

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"It can get a little hot inside the rooms but besides that, the private room was a great deal for the price of the night. I always found the shared bathrooms clean and it’s super close to the Moscone and Nintendo Store. I’d definitely recommend if you’re on budget."
Mexico
Eduardo Israel
$68 nightly
The price is $80
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

6. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (251 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
$85 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
Front of property

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (715 reviews)
"It was great im coming back soon"
United States
Myla
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
Terrace/patio

8. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (657 reviews)
"ahh"
United States
marco
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Half Moon Bay Hotel Reviews

The Pickwick Hotel

The Pickwick Hotel

8/10 Good
"We were able to check in early for no extra charge so that was nice."
Julie 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Pickwick Hotel

Find out more about Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,494
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
$57
Highest Price
$141

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Half Moon Bay?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the surrounding area, which gets positive reviews from our travelers: Half Moon Bay Lodge - 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the heart of Half Moon Bay. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Half Moon Bay?
Good weather's always better 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 January and February with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for Half Moon Bay is 19 inches.
What is there to see and do in Half Moon Bay?
In general, Half Moon Bay is known for its beaches, festivals, and restaurants. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places like Half Moon Bay State Beach, Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay, and Redondo Beach. Cultural attractions include Hiller Aviation Museum, Coyote Point Park, and Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Half Moon Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Half Moon Bay in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is San Carlos, CA (SQL), 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from the city center. Another option is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), situated 10.8 mi (17.3 km) away.

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