On The Cheap Travel
San Francisco Hostels

As always, hostels are our go-to option and there are a few great ones in
San Francisco. If you’d rather not stay in a hostel, check out our cheap
hotel recommendations here.


Our Favorite: USA Hostels-San Francisco, (711 Post Street)


Just 3 blocks from Union Square and includes an all-you-can-make pancake
breakfast. Single and mixed gender dorms (3-4 beds) start at $28 or opt for a
private double room for just over $70. Another bonus: Some of the dorm rooms
have an ensuite bathroom. Free linen and lockers are also included and staff are
happy to help arrange activities or transportation. This relatively new chain of
hostels also has locations in Hollywood, Las Vegas and San Diego.


Also Notable: Green Tortoise Backpackers Hostel (494 Broadway).


Located near Chinatown, this very popular hostel has some great amenities. In
addition to free breakfast (and dinner 3 nights per week!), there is also free internet,
free lockers and tons of activities planned. There is also a spinoff company that
organizes travel to nearby destinations such as Yosemite. We also love that the
dorms have small numbers of beds in them (2-5!) and are available in female-only
or mixed genders. Rates start at $25 for 5-bed dorms and 33.50 for 2 bed or
double bed rooms.


HI-San Francisco City Center (685 Ellis St).


All the rooms have ensuite bathrooms! Free breakfast, lockers and linen are also
included along free wireless access. Rates start at $25 for 4-5 bed single or mixed
gender dorms. Double rooms with private bathroom start at $67 per room.


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