Now, firstly this is not the most modern hostel I have stayed in or the most secure/ clean (not that it isnt secure or clean- it is just that Wake Up is Sydney is tough to beat in those aspects). However, I can say hands down this is the hostel that I enjoyed staying in the most. The people and... More

This is a really nice safe place to stay in SF. It's a very relaxed atmosphere and if ur alone, u will definitely meet fellow travelers from all over the world. I have stayed a few times and feel comfortable there. Not having to go out for coffee in the mornings, starts at 7am, is a plus along with fruit... More

I really liked the patina of the place and the community dinners are the best. A lot of the people staying here were seasoned travelers, the type of people I like the best. Had some nice conversations and met some excellent people. More

This hostel was one of my favourites in America. We found it easy to get everywhere especially with there cheap deals on bike hire. The hostel has an old hall as a common room and has a free keg and hermit crap racing on Friday night. Which made it easy to meet people. The rooms were a bit small but... More

We have been and usahostel san francisco, hidowntown and Green Tortoise, and, definitibely, green tortoise is, by far, the best of them. Great location (in little italy) and great rooms. They hace 3 days a week free dinner, goord tours and fantastic staff! Simply, the best in town with PACIFIC TRADEWINDS (ALSO VERY GOOD). More

I stayed here for 4 nights in a 4 bed female dorm. The room was tiny with no room to move or put your bags (there are lockers under the beds which are quite large, but they can be hard to get into as the beds are so close togehter). Luckily I shared with 2 friends, and the other girl... More

Not the best location and not the cleanest of places. One of the most ideal places to meet foreign travelers with more personality than money. Gateway to a different way of travel. Start with a small trip to see if you can handle the bus. Live for the love of life! More

Over the past year we have stayed in A LOT of hostels in A LOT of different places and this has to be one of the best. It has it's faults but then again I think every hostel does - not enough bathrooms for the number of guests, top bunks are quite high and a little bit annoying to get... More

I was here for 2 nights and this hostel is clean. Good breakfast in the morning. Good position in downtown San Francisco. Buy earplugs because it's very busy even during the night More