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: 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. Rooms come with towels, lockers, and desks. 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. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels. Adelaide Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Powell St & Post St Stop and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with showers and coffee/tea makers. 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 laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. Orange Village Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Powell St & O’Farrell St Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as a 24-hour front desk. 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 14 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 October with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for San Francisco is 23 inches.

In general, San Francisco is known for its museums, theaters, and architecture. Major attractions include Exploratorium, Lombard Street, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like Twin Peaks, Presidio of San Francisco, and Golden Gate Park. Cultural attractions include Warfield Theater, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, and Orpheum Theater.

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.