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Where?
Near Civic Center arts district and city hall.
What?
Recently renovated hostel with 75 rooms.
Anything else you need to know?
The hostel has its own café where a free breakfast is served daily. Bed linen and towels included in price. Internet access available. Lockers are provided. Reception open 24 hours. Tours and activities organised by hostel.
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Reviews of H.I. San Francisco-City Center
H.I. San Francisco-City Center has a rating of 79% from a total of 141 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of H.I. San Francisco-City Center
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Alicelestr says:
“ Very friendly and clean, not massively backpackery, a v good kitchen, average breakfast, great staff, and security and cleanliness were great. internet was expensive but central location. although a bit of a hike to the better areas like mission and castro ”
Posted: on Dec 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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beets9 says:
“ A really boring hostel, the location isn't too bad. It's vrey close to the Hilton however, within 2 blocks you are walking passed tramps everywhere. It didn't feel the safest ”
Posted: on Nov 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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karenlevel8674 says:
“ not the best area at night but not horrific, good location for through the day and excellent breakfast - in a proper cafe setting - only real compliant is no laundry - one down the street but expensive and not really where you want to sit while your delicates go round and round and you wouldn't... more ”
Posted: on Nov 11, 2009 // Rated: |
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Joshua300 says:
“ Location was worse than harlem in NY. and beds were little bit old. but staffs were pleasant and kind. however breakfasts are really simple. no fruits, no eggs... ”
Posted: on Oct 3, 2009 // Rated: |
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Hovering says:
“ Very good place to stay which is easy to get to other places and provides delicious breakfast. Staffs are nice. ”
Posted: on Sep 26, 2009 // Rated: |
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laurabarsby340 says:
“ This hostel is really nice - the rooms are big, clean and light and the tv room with free film hire is excellent! Which is lucky, as the area is really unsavoury after dark! ”
Posted: on Sep 25, 2009 // Rated: |
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Berdo says:
“ the tub drain would sometimes get full of hair (yuck) and stop the water from flowing down. I stayed there for 6 nights, i think the towel should be changed at least once...and the location...i dont have to say anything. Anyway, it was one of the best hostels i've stayed. much better than a lot... ”
Posted: on Sep 20, 2009 // Rated: |
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cookie-86-monster1645 says:
“ fantastic hostel. its not in the best neighborhood but it was a fantastic loction, the staff were very friendly, rooms very clean and the kitchen was clean considering everyone used it. ”
Posted: on Sep 17, 2009 // Rated: |
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oktray6835 says:
“ Big kitchen, friendly staff and comfortable beds. ”
Posted: on Sep 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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reneeclerke2877 says:
“ Hostel was great but the area it was in was very scary. Homeless EVERYWHERE - don't be out after dark!!! Thank you for the tasty breaky each morning :) ”
Posted: on Sep 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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smile881673 says:
“ Best hostel I've ever been to! ”
Posted: on Sep 12, 2009 // Rated: |
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mumbled-frog4090 says:
“ Slightly out of the centre, takes a few minutes to walk a couple of blocks to anywhere. Which is usually fine, unless you find it uneasy to walk through the tenderloin district (read up on it!). Hostel is great, staff are friendly. Worth the effort to stay in this city. Free wifi or pay $1 for 10... ”
Posted: on Sep 11, 2009 // Rated: |
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Berci-le-Poback says:
“ Friendly staff, really good security (you need your own padlock for the lockers or buy one - 4$) and perfect cleanliness. Location is great but not the best (dont go out alone after 10pm). I can highly recomment this hostel! Nice to stay there for longer. ”
Posted: on Sep 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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eastwaterlee7778 says:
“ Please change your lockers. It makes really noisy sound every time I close it. It was uncomfortable. ”
Posted: on Aug 19, 2009 // Rated: |
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kellyridgley9910 says:
“ While it is in a pretty dodgy neighbourhood, the hostel itself is very nice - clean and tidy. The staff are very helpful and professional. A good experience. ”
Posted: on Aug 8, 2009 // Rated: |
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colmobrien115541 says:
“ good place to stay. ”
Posted: on Jul 21, 2009 // Rated: |
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wardy-bfc9843 says:
“ the hostel is very nice and clean and offers good tours around the city. however, the hostel is slap bang in the middle of the tenderloin. try and stay at the one closer to union square. ”
Posted: on Jul 8, 2009 // Rated: |
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damonlk says:
“ A fine hotel, close to everything, though in a somewhat seedy part of town. But this is what you come to SF for, no? ”
Posted: on Jul 5, 2009 // Rated: |
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claudias8711 says:
“ The staff was very helpful and kind. Location is good, just short walk form Bart (tube). Really nice reading and computer rooms. Rooms were very clean, an asset is a bathroom for each room. It's really great place to stay! ”
Posted: on Jul 4, 2009 // Rated: |
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robertws2382 says:
“ The only hostel that gave me the stamps for my hostel card. Staff were very helpful with directions. The LARGE KITCHEN AREA was great. The elevator/lift was also good.to travel upstairs. ”
Posted: on Jun 25, 2009 // Rated: |
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caitlin-edwards093191 says:
“ not the best neighbourhood to stay in, but easy enough to walk somewhere better/more interesting. the staff were really helpful giving advice on where to go/what to see. Jessie's bridge tour was lots of fun! :) ”
Posted: on Jun 21, 2009 // Rated: |
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carmenc7414 says:
“ is a few blocks away from dodgy area of San Fran the Tenderloin, lots of hobos and gangster types around. Close to downtown & transit, really clean, staff were friendly & helpful. ”
Posted: on Jun 11, 2009 // Rated: |
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laurathomas1986 says:
“ Rooms were clean and spacious, own bathrooms a definete plus!! Situated just outside of a very rough neighbourhood (DO NOT WALK AT NIGHT ALONE!). Great common areas and close to shops and take out! ”
Posted: on Jun 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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georgiethomas1084 says:
“ The dorms with sheared bathroom were really clean and good space was made for the tv room and internet area. More options for breakfast, such as cereal, fruit and yoghurt would be the only improvement. ”
Posted: on Jun 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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banana3318 says:
“ Really good hostel, would stay again! Staff very helpful, easy access to the Fishermans Wharf on the bus. Clean, free toast and bagels for breakfast. Kitchen good, but not very well equipt. Felt very safe in hostel even though location (Tenderloin) was known to be a bit dodgy. ”
Posted: on Jun 9, 2009 // Rated: |
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sammismum1402 says:
“ I loved the hostel but the location was a shock as it is a very seedy part of town, and negatively coloured my 'first impressions' of san fancisico. Also virtually no info on activities in the area available at the hostel and staff were ambivalent on this subject as well. ”
Posted: on May 31, 2009 // Rated: |
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jennicnoble1342 says:
“ this was one of the best places i stayed in my RTW trip, it is clean, comfy, loads of space. staff are really helpful and know their stuff. great TV room and reading room with tons of books and games for those lazy days. close to supermarket and bus stops. but all tourist attractions are a bus... ”
Posted: on May 1, 2009 // Rated: |
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susanslaw602762 says:
“ I thought the staff were very helpful and informative at the front desk especially during my check in. The breakfast crew could be a little more pleasant in the morning ”
Posted: on Apr 27, 2009 // Rated: |
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kayitfc4218 says:
“ pub crawl is great fun - no flip flops for the clubs mind! (well unless your a girl and can flirt your way past the bouncers!) horrible location, the wharf is better but worse character ”
Posted: on Apr 23, 2009 // Rated: |
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judithkinsey1489 says:
“ great as always. Thanks! ”
Posted: on Apr 11, 2009 // Rated: |
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tomiyamamoto7912 says:
“ VERY friendly staff! ”
Posted: on Mar 16, 2009 // Rated: |
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tjforde says:
“ well run operation. nice building. nice sunny rooms. room service cleaning excellent - got a new towel daily. decent breakfast. lockers in rooms ridiculously small, struggle to fit a day pack. r metal too so you get woken by them all the time. many reviews say a bad hood cos of all the homeless... more ”
Posted: on Mar 13, 2009 // Rated: |
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canadic-asian6107 says:
“ I stay during my birthday break. I thought it would be great to go sight seeing. I met a girl name laura from the Uk..(where are you lol?) and a brother and sister from denver. They're very cool. The location is just scary. if I have the choice...I would pick another hostel far away from the... ”
Posted: on Feb 10, 2009 // Rated: |
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mariel6105 says:
“ Fantastic Hostel. Lots of places to just relax and hang out. excellent rooms, fantastic staff.. I'd recommend this to anyone. ”
Posted: on Jan 22, 2009 // Rated: |
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oseikofi2570 says:
“ I really enjoyed this place. Would stay again! ”
Posted: on Nov 30, 2008 // Rated: |
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mel07usa09king45 says:
“ Great hostel. Great free tours, I did the one on the Bridge, it was really cool. ”
Posted: on Nov 26, 2008 // Rated: |
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daniellew says:
“ The location is very poor - ( too close to the homeless & drug dealers ). And that restricts a solo female traveller from staying out too late! If you are not travelling alone, it will be fine! ”
Posted: on Nov 12, 2008 // Rated: |
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jllitcr5710 says:
“ i think the H.i Sfo City Center is excellent, it has an excellent location between China town and Civic center, it has nice beds, save bedrooms, and very clean bathrooms in the bethroom, and free coffee, tea, bread, and begals for breakfast. there are a lot of homeless around the hostel, just... more ”
Posted: on Nov 3, 2008 // Rated: |
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radrespetit says:
“ you can feel safety in H.I. ”
Posted: on Nov 2, 2008 // Rated: |
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Langer says:
“ The hostal is quite boring, and its surroundings aren't that nice. You can't go out and have a beer without feeling insecure. The rest was OK. ”
Posted: on Oct 27, 2008 // Rated: |
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Facilities at H.I. San Francisco-City Center
- In Room Facilities
- TV
- Linen Included
- Security Lockers
- Key Card Access
- Food & Drink
- Guest Kitchen
- General
- Iron/Ironing Board
- 24 Hour Security
- 24 Hour Reception
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Tours Desk
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Communications
- Card Phones
- Sport & Leisure
- Common Room
- DVD`s
- Cable TV
Description of H.I. San Francisco-City Center
Hostelling International's San Francisco City Center Hostel is luxury living for backpackers! Formerly the Atherton Hotel, this newly renovated, 75-room hostel offers old San Francisco elegance with modern-day amenities. 1920s touches abound in the hostel: marble-tiled floors, mahogany-railed balconies, and the beautiful parlor-style cafe -- Ivy's Place -- brimming with prohibition-era charm. But don't let the vintage veneer fool you -- HI-San Francisco City Center offers all the modern comforts. The hostel provides both private rooms and dorm rooms (with a maximum of 4-5 beds per dorm), and there is a FULL, PRIVATE BATHROOM IN EVERY ROOM, including dorms. Free linen and towel service, as well as daily housekeeping, are included. The hostel also boasts high-speed Internet facilities, FREE WIFI, and unlimited FREE LOCAL PHONE CALLS for guests. FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFASTS are dished up every morning in the hostel cafe, which also offers espresso drinks for sale. Free coffee and tea are available 24/7 in the hostel lobby. Cook your own meals in our spacious, RESTAURANT-QUALITY KITCHEN, with two large ovens, 12 gas burners, two microwaves, and stainless steel countertops. Join in the FREE OR LOW-COST ACTIVITIES organized daily for our guests, including pub-crawls, walking tours, and day trips out to the Napa Wine Country or to the gorgeous Yosemite Valley. Make friends over the foosball table, or check out of one the hostel's 80+ DVDs to watch on the big-screen TV or on your own laptop. HI-San Francisco City Center is centrally located near City Hall and the Civic Center arts district. The neighborhood is well known for its excellent, affordable restaurants, where you can sample San Francisco's world-class cuisine without breaking the bank. The hostel is easy walking distance to live music at The Warfield and the Great American Music Hall, where big-name acts, indie heroes, and local bands alike take to the stage. From nightclubs to experimental theater, live music venues to the Opera, Symphony, and Ballet, there's something for every music lover. For visual art, the Asian Art Museum is just a few blocks away, as is the newly renovated San Francisco Museum of Performance and Design. The City Center Hostel is located close to public transit, 1 block from major MUNI bus lines, and 6 blocks from BART trains which run to/from the San Francisco International Airport and the Oakland International Airport. Union Square, Chinatown, SoMA, and cable cars are all within walking distance. HI-San Francisco City Center is waiting to welcome you to the city! 'Stylish, newly renovated digs near alternative clubs and the city's best affordable restaurants.' --Collegian magazine 'A sensational base camp for an assault on the city.' --Lonely Planet 'A spiffy new hostel… It's friendly, funky, and California cool: good for meeting other travelers, since there are plenty of activities laid on.' --Rough Guide PLEASE NOTE: This website is a third-party booking agency. For more detailed information about the hostel and about visiting San Francisco, please visit our website: http://sfhostels.com/city-center/ HI-San Francisco City Center is operated by Hostelling International, a nonprofit membership-based organization. Non-members will be asked to pay a $3/night non-membership fee upon check-in.
