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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, (402 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is AED 435
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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, (476 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is AED 327
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
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, (471 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is AED 360
AED 419 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

4. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hostel would go to again"
United States
Nathan Chance
The price is AED 260
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

5. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is AED 301
AED 353 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
Front of property

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (718 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is AED 277
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
European Hostel
Terrace/patio

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
The price is AED 294
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Half Moon Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, great property. First place I stayed was close by, but not nearly as nice or as clean as this hotel, the pool is heated and the breakfast buffet is fantastic. I would definitely stay here again"
Travis 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Half Moon Bay?
Our travelers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable prices: 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. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 22.5 mi (36.3 km) from the heart of Half Moon Bay. Located within a 10-minute walk of Lombard Street and Ghirardelli Square. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk 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, Redondo Beach, and Dunes 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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