HI - San Francisco - City Center in San Francisco, CAPrint
HI-San Francisco City Center 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.
FREE CONTINENTAL BREAKFASTS are ....
HI-San Francisco City Center 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.
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
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND PHOTOS, VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT SFHOSTELS.COM.
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Attractions
- City centre location
- Cultural centre nearby
- Hostel with a difference
- Historical sites nearby
- Leisure facilities nearby
- Main attractions nearby
- Museums/art galleries nearby
- Nightlife nearby
- Restaurants nearby
- Shopping centre/market nearby
- Swimming pool at or near hostel
Facilities
- Cafe/Bar
- Basic store available at or near the hostel
- Breakfast at or near the hostel
- Common room(s)
- Credit card accepted
- Cycle rental available at or near the hostel
- Cycle store at or near the hostel
- Discounts and concessions available
- Family rooms available
- Groups welcome
- Individual traveller welcome
- Internet access
- Lift
- Rates include local tax
- Lockers available
- Luggage Store
- Currency exchange at or near the hostel
- Hostel open 24h
- Self-catering kitchen
- Sheets in price
- Smoking room/area
- Travel/Tour bureau
- TV room
- Suitable for wheelchair users
Metro
BART OR MUNI: Get off at the Civic Center Station, and exit the station using the UN Plaza exit. Walk across the plaza towards City Hall (the large domed building) and turn right on Larkin Street. Walk 5 blocks north on Larkin, then turn right on Ellis Street. The hostel is the first building on the righthand side.
Train
BY AMTRAK RAIL: From the Oakland or Emeryville Amtrak stations, take an Amtrak shuttle bus to the Ferry Building (at Market Street and the Embarcadero). Take a MUNI metro train from the Embarcadero station (near the Ferry Building) to the Civic Center station. Exit the station using the UN Plaza exit. Walk across the plaza towards City Hall (the large domed building) and turn right on Larkin Street. Walk 5 blocks north on Larkin, then turn right on Ellis Street. The hostel is the first building on the righthand side.
Parking
There is an unloading zone in front of the hostel entrance; when you arrive, the hostel staff can direct you to a long-term parking facility 3 blocks from the hostel ($14/day).
Location
4 blocks from Civic Center Plaza; walking distance to Union Square, Chinatown, SoMA, and cable cars.
Bus
BY GREYHOUND BUS: The bus stops at the Transbay Terminal in San Francisco. Walk out to the front of the terminal and take MUNI bus #38 to Geary and Larkin streets. Walk 2 blocks south on Larkin to Ellis Street and turn left. The hostel is on the righthand side.
Airport
BY BART TRAIN: Get off at the Civic Center Station, and exit the station using the UN Plaza exit. Walk across the plaza towards City Hall (the large domed building) and turn right on Larkin Street. Walk 5 blocks north on Larkin, then turn right on Ellis Street. The hostel is the first building on the righthand side. BY AIRPORT SHUTTLE: From San Francisco Int'l Airport, Lorrie's Airport Service offers a discounted rate of $13 per person. From Oakland Int'l Airport, Super Shuttle service is available but reservations are recommended.
Front Desk Associate / Breakfast Server at HI - San Francisco - City Center posted 2010-07-29
Front Desk Associate / Breakfast Server at HI - San Francisco - City Center
HI-San Francisco City Center, operated by the Golden Gate Council of Hostelling International USA, is seeking a seasonal part-time Front Desk Associate / Breakfast Server. A nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting intercultural exchange, environmental stewardship, and world peace through hostelling, the Council operates a network of eight hostels around Northern California, and also provides outdoor and intercultural educational programs for youth.
HI-San Francisco City Center is a 222- to 272-bed hostel (depending upon the season) near the Civic Center in San Francisco. Our hostel is located in a beautiful 1920s hotel building, and features small dormitories, en suite bathrooms, charming common spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and continental breakfast. We maintain a warm and welcoming boutique hostel with a high level of service and many little touches to make our guests feel special. HI-San Francisco City Center has received numerous awards for customer satisfaction and quality standards.
The main priority of all employees is the safety and comfort of our guests. The Front Desk Associate / Breakfast Server position is a hybrid between reception and food service, however both aspects of the position focus on ensuring excellent customer service to our guests. This position is responsible for providing a welcoming atmosphere and ensuring guest and public contact runs smoothly and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Act as a representative of HI-USA and its goals in a positive and professional manner.
- Make guests feel welcome and provide friendly and excellent service.
- Deal with difficult situations calmly and professionally.
- Follow procedures in response to emergencies and act quickly to resolve time-sensitive issues.
- Maintain security and safety in the building, and enforce hostel policies.
- Accurate registration of guests in property management system.
- Process reservation requests, cancellations, and changes (via phone, internet, or email).
- Maintain appearance at reception and breakfast area: organize work area, keep common areas clean and clear, stock supplies.
- Work in conjunction with Activities Coordinator and management staff to promote and facilitate all hostel events.
- Handle money accurately.
- Maintain a full and attractive display of food, coffee, etc. during breakfast hours.
- Order food service products weekly.
- Light cleaning, washing dishes, wiping down tables, sweeping, etc.
- This position requires the physical ability to perform any task associated with the operation of the hostel.
- Other duties assigned by hostel management staff.
Qualifications
- Excellent customer service skills
- Computer literacy
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- High school diploma
- First-aid certification or willingness to become certified
- Service/hospitality or related experience
- Ability to climb stairs and access top bunk beds in order to assist guests in case of emergency
- Positive attitude and sense of humor
- Ability to be flexible with scheduling
- Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Reports to: Front Desk Manager
Salary, Benefits, and Hours
Part time, averaging 20-30 hours per week. This is a seasonal (temporary), hourly, non-exempt position.
Starting wage is $11 per hour.
In cases where seasonal employment becomes permanent, employees will be offered a benefits package including paid vacation and holidays, accrued sick leave, as well as medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture insurance.
To Apply
Please note that you must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Email your resume and a cover letter explaining what skills and personality you can bring to this job, any travel and hostelling experience you have, why you would like to work at our hostel, and a summary of your availability. No phone calls, please.
Email:
Michael Foyder
HI-USA Golden Gate Council is an equal opportunity employer.
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Last updated 2010-07-29
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