San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel
HI - San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf
240 Fort Mason
94123 San Francisco
USA
Tel.
1 415 771 7277
Fax.
1 415 771 1468
Customer Rating
| 88% | ||
| 87% | ||
| 77% | ||
| 78% | ||
| 85% | ||
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| 87% | ||
HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf hostel is the first and most famous hostel in the "City by the Bay." This is the ideal choice for travellers who want to stay in a park setting with stunning views, but still have easy access to the city's urban delights.
HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is housed in historic Fort Mason at the edge of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, one of California's most beautiful and diverse National Parks. The hostel sits right on the waterfront, overlooking the San Francisco Bay with stunning views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Scenic, paved foot/bike paths run from the hostel, along the water, east to Fisherman's Wharf and west to the Marina Green, making for a beautiful, bayside morning walk or ride whichever direction you choose. Fort Mason is worthy of exploration in and of itself, boasting theaters, galleries, and performance spaces as well as outdoor activities.
In addition to shared dorms we offer private rooms sleeping up to 4 people. Free linens and towels as well as daily housekeeping service are included, and laundry facilities are available on site.
A free continental breakfast is provided every morning in our on-site restaurant, Cafe Franco, with fruit, toast, bagels, or waffles. Cafe Franco also serves healthy, organic lunches and dinners at affordable prices, and you'll find locals as well as hostellers enjoying the great quality food and gorgeous views.
If you prefer to cook your own meals, we have a spacious, fully-equipped guest kitchen, and you can dine either in the large dining room or on the outdoor deck, both with the beautiful bay views.
The hostel is equipped with free WiFi, and provides high-speed Internet facilities for rent. Cozy up at the end of your long day of sightseeing next to the wood-burning stove in our lounge, or make new friends over the foosball and pool tables in the game room.
Be sure to take advantage of the free or low-cost activities the hostel organizes daily, such as pub-crawls, walking tours, and day trips out to the Napa Wine Country or to the gorgeous Yosemite Valley.
HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is your urban oasis in the City by the Bay!
"Stay in one of the city's most historic buildings, set in an urban national park with unrivalled views over San Francisco Bay to the bridge… A cheery, buzzing place with helpful staff." --Sydney Morning Herald
"This top-notch hostel is set within the expansive lawns of Fort Mason, mere paces from the bay, and has great public rooms, tons of activities and a cafe." --Lonely Planet
"If you want character, good prices and a great location, this is the place." --Gayot.com
HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is housed in historic Fort Mason at the edge of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, one of California's most beautiful and diverse National Parks. The hostel sits right on the waterfront, overlooking the San Francisco Bay with stunning views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Scenic, paved foot/bike paths run from the hostel, along the water, east to Fisherman's Wharf and west to the Marina Green, making for a beautiful, bayside morning walk or ride whichever direction you choose. Fort Mason is worthy of exploration in and of itself, boasting theaters, galleries, and performance spaces as well as outdoor activities.
In addition to shared dorms we offer private rooms sleeping up to 4 people. Free linens and towels as well as daily housekeeping service are included, and laundry facilities are available on site.
A free continental breakfast is provided every morning in our on-site restaurant, Cafe Franco, with fruit, toast, bagels, or waffles. Cafe Franco also serves healthy, organic lunches and dinners at affordable prices, and you'll find locals as well as hostellers enjoying the great quality food and gorgeous views.
If you prefer to cook your own meals, we have a spacious, fully-equipped guest kitchen, and you can dine either in the large dining room or on the outdoor deck, both with the beautiful bay views.
The hostel is equipped with free WiFi, and provides high-speed Internet facilities for rent. Cozy up at the end of your long day of sightseeing next to the wood-burning stove in our lounge, or make new friends over the foosball and pool tables in the game room.
Be sure to take advantage of the free or low-cost activities the hostel organizes daily, such as pub-crawls, walking tours, and day trips out to the Napa Wine Country or to the gorgeous Yosemite Valley.
HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is your urban oasis in the City by the Bay!
"Stay in one of the city's most historic buildings, set in an urban national park with unrivalled views over San Francisco Bay to the bridge… A cheery, buzzing place with helpful staff." --Sydney Morning Herald
"This top-notch hostel is set within the expansive lawns of Fort Mason, mere paces from the bay, and has great public rooms, tons of activities and a cafe." --Lonely Planet
"If you want character, good prices and a great location, this is the place." --Gayot.com
Hostel bed capacity
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 2 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 10 | 164 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | 24 hrs |
| Opening times (over the year): | All Year |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | From the Greyhound Station at San Francisco's Temporary Transbay Terminal, exit and turn right on Folsom. Take your first right onto Beale and walk 1 block. Turn left on Howard and walk about 3 blocks. At the northeast corner of Howard and 3rd Street, find the MUNI-30 bus stop. Board a MUNI bus #30 and get off at Van Ness and North Point. Continue walking south on Van Ness to the end of the block. Turn right on Bay and walk 1 block. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the hostel signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel. |
| Metro: | Get off BART at the Montgomery station. Walk up to street level and take MUNI bus #30 from Kearny/Market to Van Ness/North Point. Walk one block west on Bay Street to Franklin Street. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the hostel signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel. |
| Parking: | Free parking is available at the hostel on a first-come first-served basis. |
| Location: | Fort Mason is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, near Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39, Lombard Street, cable cars, and the Marina District. |
| Rail: | The nearest Amtrak train station is in Emeryville, but Amtrak offers connecting bus service to San Francisco. When you purchase your train ticket, select "San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf" as your final destination. From the Fisherman's Wharf bus stop, walk 2 blocks west on Beach Street, then take MUNI bus #47 to the Van Ness/Bay stop. Walk one block west on Bay Street to Franklin Street. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the hostel signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel. |
| Airport: | BY BART: Take a BART train from the airport to the Montgomery station. (Trains run 4 a.m. to midnight on weekdays, 6 a.m. to midnight on Saturdays, and 8 a.m. to midnight on Sundays and holidays.) Walk up to street level and take MUNI bus #30 ($2, exact change) from Kearny/Market to Van Ness/North Point. Walk one block west on Bay Street to Franklin Street. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the HOSTEL signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel. BY SHUTTLE: Lorrie's Airport Service offers a discounted rate of $14 per person for shuttle service between San Francisco International Airport and HI-San Francisco hostels. Contact the hostel for more information and reservations. BY TAXI: There are usually plenty of private taxis available at the airport. Look for an official taxi stop outside the baggage claim. A ride from SFO to the hostel will set you back about $55. |
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| Hiking area | | Main attractions nearby |
| Nightlife nearby | | Forested/wooded area |
| Restaurants nearby | | Shopping centre/market nearby |
| Hostel with a difference | | Leisure facilities nearby |
| Beach at or near hostel | | Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in HI - San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf |
Facilities
 | Discounts and concessions available |  | Family rooms available |
 | Suitable for wheelchair users |  | Breakfast in price |
 | Hostel open 24h |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Laundry facilities |
 | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |  | Internet access |
 | Credit card accepted |  | Café/Bar |
 | Meals available |  | Games room |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Lockers available |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Green Hostel |
 | Playground |  | Rates include local tax |
 | Cycle store at Hostel |
Customer Reviews HI - San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf
| 08 May 2013 Jim P, USA | 100% | |
| from the checking 2 Franco's Cafe onward to the checkout, staff and service was humble and gentle. SF Fishermen Ward too cool x ten! Jim white. | ||
| 04 May 2013 Simone, Canada | 90% | |
| I was very happy with my stay here. The staff were helpful and I was able to book what I needed through the front desk. The internet went out a few times, that was about the only thing I can say was bad. The view was phenomenal and I felt safe while here. I have been bragging about this hostel since I returned home and would definitely stay here again if I head back to San Fransisco | ||
| 02 May 2013 Christine, USA | 83% | |
| I think $37. a night is too much: $30. for a bed in a hostel is at the top of my comfort zone. | ||
| 02 May 2013 Greg, Australia | 80% | |
| Bathrooms could be improved and modernised | ||
| 23 Apr 2013 Diane, USA | 97% | |
| Loved the staff, the location and the cafe. The showers aren't the best but easily overlooked when considering the other amenities. I would (and have) recommended this location to others! | ||
| 19 Apr 2013 Anna, USA | 90% | |
| I love love love love LOVE the location. Right next to the bay and you can walk to the piers! | ||
| 14 Apr 2013 Luc, France | 83% | |
| Overall, a good place to stay with very friendly staff, and excellent location. A place I would recommend. | ||
| 13 Apr 2013 Gabriel, USA | 100% | |
| Best view and location ever for an affordable price and awesome hostel. | ||
| 13 Apr 2013 Hayley, England & Wales | 93% | |
| This hostel is in an amazing location, I had a bay view out of my window. Rooms were nice and clean, I had a four bed room. There are lockers that you can use in the rooms, bring your own padlock or buy one from reception. Reception were helpful, occasionally sarcastic but don't let that put you off going to this great location. The shared bathrooms have curtains for showers, it would be great if they could upgrade to doors for more privacy. You could bring a swim suit if you want for showering, as individual showers but curtains don't pull fully across. I loved this hostel for its location and it had a good basic breakfast included. Plus a film on every evening and free pizza one night. | ||
| 11 Apr 2013 Chris, Canada | 87% | |
| loved it! am back already
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