An aerial view of San Francisco with the Golden Gate Bridge, hills, and the ocean.

Search Hostels in South San Francisco

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two weeks
21 Aug - 23 Aug
In one month
4 Sep - 6 Sep
In two months
2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for South San Francisco hostels

Lobby sitting area

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (459 reviews)
"It is locates in downtown convenient for everything"
United States
Dong
The price is AED 327
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lobby

2. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
The price is AED 117
AED 181 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep
Bposhtels San Francisco
Lobby

3. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is AED 266
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Amsterdam Hostel
Terrace/patio

4. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (654 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is AED 349
AED 410 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Adelaide Hostel
Lobby

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
The price is AED 306
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Orange Village Hostel
Front of property

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (708 reviews)
"Was very minimal, but was as exactly as expected for the cost. Great budget hostel. Very small small rooms"
United States
Alexander
The price is AED 182
AED 214 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
European Hostel
Interior

7. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, parking was a great plus"
United States
Markesh
The price is AED 395
AED 460 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

8. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461 reviews)
"Clean, well maintained, great staff, everything good."
United States
Kevin
The price is AED 264
AED 308 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top South San Francisco Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Peaceful place."
Alexander 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in South San Francisco?
If you're trying to find a reasonable accommodation in South San Francisco, you may like this popular choice: Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North - Located within a 20-minute walk of San Francisco Bay. You can take advantage of free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in South San Francisco?
Good weather's definitely a plus 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 February and January with an average of 53°F. Average annual precipitation for South San Francisco is 23 inches.
What is there to see and do in South San Francisco?
In general, South San Francisco is known for its restaurants, cafes, and local tours. Major attractions include Oracle Park, Pier 39, and San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places like San Bruno Point Park, Santa Cruz Mountains, and Sign Hill Park. Cultural attractions include SFO Museum, Coyote Point Park, and The Midway.
What's the best way to get to and around South San Francisco while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around South 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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), situated 11.4 mi (18.3 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. Head over to South San Francisco Metro Station for metro transit. If you're hoping to explore more of the area, head over to South San Francisco Station to take a train.