Find Cheap Hostels in San Francisco

By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your money for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and theaters.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: European Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Market St & 9th St Stop and Market St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels in all rooms. Samesun San Francisco - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, lockers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Amsterdam Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Taylor St Stop and Powell St & Bush St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Powell St & O’Farrell St Stop and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, lockers, and desks in all rooms. Nap York San Francisco Sleep Station - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Van Ness Ave Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers, and lockers in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in San Francisco, one of Expedia’s 13 hostels could be a great choice for you.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 55°F. Average annual precipitation for San Francisco is 15 inches.

In general, San Francisco is known for its museums, theaters, and architecture. Major attractions include Oracle Park, Pier 39, and Lombard Street. Get out into nature with places like Alcatraz Island, Presidio of San Francisco, and Golden Gate Park. Cultural attractions include SHN Curran Theatre, Marines Memorial Theater, and Warfield Theatre.

Keep this information about transit options in and around San Francisco in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away. An alternative is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), which is 11.8 mi (19.1 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Take advantage of metro transit at Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop, Powell St & Post St Stop, and Powell St & O’Farrell St Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, catch a train at San Francisco Station, 22nd Street Station, or Bayshore Station.