My ItinerarySan Francisco Fisherman's Wharf Hostel
Address
HI - San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf
240 Fort Mason
94123 San Francisco
USA
Tel. 1-415-771 7277
Fax. 1-415-771 1468
sfhostel@norcalhostels.org
Customer Rating
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Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews HI - San Francisco - Fisherman's Wharf
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14 May 2012 Vinicius, Brazil
Great place, great view and very friendly people. Safe neighbourhood and easy to go anywhere from there. 2 blocks from cable cars and buses.
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03 May 2012 Gaynell, USA
The room smelled like dirty laundry. I believe it was because the bedspreads were very old and musty smelling.
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02 May 2012 Catherine, USA
The bed was very stiff and noisy.The showers are not getting hot enough.
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30 Apr 2012 Donald, Canada
Great Value! Loved having a safeway just minutes away! However, I'd recommend complimentary nasal strips for those world class snorers!
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29 Apr 2012 David, USA
Very good amenities and friendly helpfuk staff. Parking gets tight at times and has been a sore spot.A;ways a memorable stay.
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26 Apr 2012 David, USA
Good male/ female society.
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22 Apr 2012 Andrew, Australia
Breakfast is limited to only a few items, which isn't overly satisfying when you're hungry. Very chilled hostel though
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19 Apr 2012 Laurie, USA
staff is outstanding. they go above and beyond every time i visit.
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16 Apr 2012 Gaylyn, USA
there was a very musty smell in the rooms. The hallway seemed to echo everyone's voices and footsteps so I found the room to be one of the noisiest that I've ever slept in in a hostel. Very broken sleep, which is unusual for me. The staff were helpful but seemed more interested in their computers than in being friendly.
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15 Apr 2012 Bill, USA
Tip: Make sure to get a Muni Passport while you are in town. Unlimited rides on Muni (cable cars, street cars, buses and subway [NOT BART])
Hostel Overview
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
Hostel bed capacity
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| 2 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 10 | 164 |
Opening times
Opening times (daily/weekly):
24 hrs
Opening times (over the year):
All Year
Map & Directions
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 & Facilities
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 |