Group Accommodations: HI San Francisco Downtown
312 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94102Notice of Elevator Maintenance
We’ll be conducting maintenance and upgrades on this hostel’s elevator from December through February. During this time, all hostel areas except the lobby will be accessible via stairs only. We understand this may impact your stay. If you have already booked, you can contact us to modify your reservation dates or cancel without penalty. If you choose to keep your booking and need help with your luggage, just let our staff know — we’re happy to assist! If you have any questions or would like to adjust your reservation, please contact us. Thank you for your understanding as we work to improve our facilities for everyone’s benefit.
Book a Stay for 10 or More People
We make the booking experience easy for groups ranging from university/school trips, to touring groups, sports teams, family groups, and more.
Contact Group SalesFeatures for Group Trips
HI San Francisco Downtown hostel offers affordable accommodations for groups of all types and sizes in the heart of San Francisco. The hostel is conveniently located near Union Square, museums, shopping, cable cars, BART and Muni lines, the Moscone Convention Center, and plenty of dining options. Driving in? Talk to us at the front desk for discounted garage parking right across the street.
The hostel has a spacious guest kitchen and dining room where groups can prepare their own meals, as well as several smaller lounge areas where group members can take a break on their own or mingle with other travelers.
Our knowledgeable Group Sales Team will support you throughout the booking process, making sure your group has the best beds for their stay and the proximity or the privacy that you are looking for.
Exclusive-Use Dorm Options
For your security and comfort, you'll have the option to ensure your party has exclusive use of the dorm rooms you book.
Standard Dorm
Ensuite Dorm
Booking for an individual or group of fewer than 10 people?
We're On a Mission
HI San Francisco Downtown hostel provides experiential learning aimed at inspiring a deeper understanding of the world beyond a traveler’s own experiences. Our hostel stay brings people together, sharing a local perspective of the destination’s culture and history while encouraging each traveler to consider their role in intercultural understanding, global citizenship, and sustainable travel. Everyone from your Group Sales specialist to our Front Desk team is committed to delivering this purposeful stay to your group members.
Contact Group SalesAmenities
Free WiFi
Free Breakfast
Work Space
Free Towels & Bed Sheets
Eco-friendly
Luggage Storage
Personal Power & USB Outlets
24/7 Staff
Guest Laundry
Private Bathrooms
Guest Kitchen
Close to Public Transit
Air Filters in Shared Spaces
Top Perks for Groups
Fully Equipped Kitchen
All the tools you need to prepare a group meal, plus plenty of seating for dining.
Private Rooms for Group Leaders
1 queen bed with ensuite, 2 twin beds with ensuite, or 1 full bed + 1 twin.
Single-Occupancy Bathrooms
Single-occupancy hallway toilets/sinks and showers with doors that lock from the inside.
Group Luggage Storage
Arriving before check-in? Leaving after check-out? We’ll store your bags securely.
Expedited Group Check-In
Quick and easy check-in for everyone in your group, all at once.
Parking Garage Nearby
Large garage across the street with hourly and daily rates.
Get to Know San Francisco
What's Nearby
Walking Distance
Union Square
.2 mi awayPowell St. Cable Car Turnaround
.2 mi awayChinatown
.5 mi awayYerba Buena Gardens
.5 mi awayCity Hall & Civic Center
.9 mi awayTrader Joe's
.3 mi awayEasily Accessible by Public Transit
Mission District
BART to 16th St. Mission stationGolden Gate Park
N Train to Carl St. & Stanyan St.Fisherman's Wharf
F Train to Jones St. & Beach St.The Ferry Building
BART to the EmbarcaderoNorth Beach
Cable Car to Taylor St. & Bay St.What Other Travelers Are Saying
”It was a great stay. Security was a key part in what made this a great hostel. Location was also great with easy access to a lot of different places. Would stay again.”
eliasingea3513
USA
”Hi San Francisco Hostel is a great place that strictly follows the COVID 19 cleanliness protocol. Staff is super friendly and one gets great place to stay right in the middle of downtown. Would definitely stay here again”
jeanpubinas
USA
”Our 6th grade field trip, with 55 students and 24 adults from Sacramento, CA, had the best time at this hostel. The staff is calm and accommodating, the rooms and hallways are squeaky clean, the location CANNOT be beat: be prepared for a wonderful stay!”
Mission Avenue Open School
USA