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Our top choices for San Francisco hostels

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a menu board.

1. Viajero San José Hostel

Viajero San José Hostel
2.0 star property
Carmen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"One of the cleanest places I have stayed."
Mexico
JOSE MAURICIO
The price is AED 145
AED 164 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Viajero San José Hostel
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with large windows.

2. Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Catedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (373 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly and very helpful!"
Canada
Kiera
The price is AED 32
AED 80 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a decorative wall, and a wooden floor.

3. Luca

Luca
1.0 star property
Barrio Escalante
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
The price is AED 91
AED 103 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Luca
Room

4. Toucan Hostel

Toucan Hostel
2.5 star property
Rio Segundo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"The staff was really nice and helpful."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 104
AED 118 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Toucan Hostel
A spacious living area with a red sofa, wooden flooring, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

5. Hostel Casa Colon

Hostel Casa Colon
2.0 star property
Merced
7.8 out of 10, Good, (146 reviews)
"It's close to downtown and the tica bus station. "
Canada
Tyler
The price is AED 232
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hostel Casa Colon
A room with a bookshelf, a potted plant, a puzzle box, and a blue brick wall.

6. Lolas Hostal

Lolas Hostal
2.0 star property
Catedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 reviews)
"The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. I was pleasantly surprised by how excellent the interior was. There are several common areas including a full kitchen and all are well maintained and well thought out. Very beautiful."
United States
Barry
The price is AED 89
AED 167 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Lolas Hostal
A modern bathroom with a large white sink, a patterned tile backsplash, and a small garden area with a pergola.

7. Capital Hostel de Ciudad

Capital Hostel de Ciudad
2.0 star property
La Sabana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here, the environment was very clean & I felt really comfortable."
United States
Henry
The price is AED 132
AED 149 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Capital Hostel de Ciudad
A staircase leading to a door with a view of a building in the background.

8. Gaudys Hotel

Gaudys Hotel
2.0 star property
Merced
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (35 reviews)
"Bathrooms always dirty you have to rent a towel"
United States
Ace
The price is AED 130
AED 147 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Gaudys Hotel
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large map on the wall, a red patterned sofa, and a glass door leading outside.

9. In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse

In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
1.5 star property
San Pedro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Great Hostel to Stay at. Clean, Quiet, Great Value for the $ and the Breakfast is Awesome"
United States
Joseph
The price is AED 83
AED 93 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
In The Wind Hostel And Guesthouse
A hallway with a tiled floor, dark walls, and artwork on the sides.

10. Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel

Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
2.0 star property
El Carmen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (246 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff, airport shuttle"
United States
Daniel
The price is AED 62
AED 149 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Alajuela Backpackers Airport Hostel
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with green bedding, a wardrobe, and a nightstand.

11. Selune

Selune
2.0 star property
Alajuela
The price is AED 119
AED 134 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Selune
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Top San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was nice and clean and super convenient to the airport. The whole staff was very friendly, but we especially enjoyed conversing with Fernando. My wife and I had a wonderful dinner in the restaurant, and Fernando was our waiter. He was very friendly and made us feel right at home (like we have been friends for years even though we just met). Thank you."
John 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Francisco?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 66°F. The rainiest months in San Francisco are October, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 26 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Francisco?
Get out into nature with places like Morazan Park, National Park, and Central Park. Cultural attractions include National Museum of Costa Rica, National Theater of Costa Rica, and Museum of Costa Rican Art. Locals like to shop at Mercado Central and San Pedro Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around San Francisco while staying at a hostel?
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 closest airport, which is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), 4.6 mi (7.4 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) away.