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HI - Marin Headlands

941 Rosenstock Rd, Marin Headlands, Golden Gate Recreational Area, Sausalito, California, 94965, United States

Located just north of San Francisco, in a National Park with beaches, meadows, mountains, and spectacular views of the Golden Gate.

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Sausalito Hostel

Hostel Sausalito

Hostelling International

Welcome to our hostel

Marin Headlands, a comfortable hostel in a rustic setting, sits on a hillside in the Marin Headlands section of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco.

The hostel itself is nice and spacious with a large kitchen, large reading room with couches, and a downstairs game room with foos ball, pool table, and a ping-pong table.

In the park just outside the door, you can hike the open meadows, bike the coastal mountainside, check out the operating Point Bonita lighthouse, tour military barracks and batteries from both world wars, see the nation's only officially restored Nike missile site, or head to one of many local beaches. Several other popular destinations, including Mount Tamalpais State Park and Muir Woods, where you can stand or hike among the majestic coastal redwoods are also nearby.

We are in a beautifully isolated area with very limited to no cell reception and no public transportation except for on Saturday and Sunday.

Prices

Prices are members' prices

Sorry, there is no availability for the dates you have chosen or the hostel is closed. Please refer to the hostel information for contact details and opening dates.

Dorms - Per guest per night

Beds

Private - Per room per night

Rooms

Important info

If a cancellation is made within 18 hours of arrival time for a booking of 1 or more nights you will be charged for 1 night.

24-hour check-in is not available

Check-in is available between 16:00 and 23:00

A deposit is payable at check-in.

Government-issued photo ID is required to check in.

A maximum stay of 14 nights applies at this hostel.

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Unaccompanied children under the age of 18 can be accommodated only with a letter from a parent or legal guardian providing permission for the child's unsupervised stay.

Children under the age of 4 are unable to be accommodated in shared dormitories

Children under the age of 18 are unable to be accommodated in shared dormitories unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Children under the age of 12 qualify for a discount on the advertised price at check-in.

Membership can be purchased on arrival at hostel.

Rates quoted assume guests are members of Hostelling International or a National Youth Hostel Association.

Non-members are required to purchase full membership on arrival at hostel.

Pets are not permitted in the hostel.

Only parties of mixed sex may be accommodated in mixed (co-ed) dorms.

Prices and product availability is as accurate as possible but may be subject to change during checkout

Facilities

Leisure & Fitness

Common room
Games room
Table tennis / ping pong
Pool table / snooker table
Terrace / patio

Accessibility

Not suitable for wheelchair users

Food & Drink

BBQ
Self-catering kitchen

Facilities - Internet Access

Computers
Computer Charges - Charges Apply
Wifi

Facilities - In-Hostel Services

Basic Shop
Car Parking at Hostel
Car Parking at Hostel Type - Free
Conference Facilities
Cycle Storage
Laundry Facilities
Library / Book Swap
Lockers Available
Luggage Room
Luggage Room Availability - Available during hostel reception times
Smoking Area

Opening times

Open all year

Reception:
From 07:30 to 23:30
Check-in:
From 15:30 to 22:30

Get in touch

Tel. 1-415-331 2777

Fax. 1-415-331 3568

marinheadlands@hiusa.org

Main attractions

Golden Gate National Park (At or next to the hostel)
San Francisco (5 to 10km)
Sausalito (5 to 10km)

See the full list of attractions

Reviews

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I've stayed at many hostels in US and Europe. This is one of the best.

100%

Sy,

Sun 16 Feb 2020

I have now stayed here for 7 nights in two separate trips. I feel like this hostel is a hidden gem in San Francisco. The Marin Headlands have such an interesting history, and there is so much to explore. You can go hiking, spend time at the beach, learn about US military history, or get some incredible views of the Golden Gate bridge. The hostel itself has a very nostalgic summer camp feel. Large groups are often hanging out in the dining area, someone may be playing the piano or guitars, and you'll find all types of people who all seem to get along and help each other out. If you are looking for immaculate accommodations, this may not be the place for you. The mattresses and carpet are pretty old, there is a mild smell in the rooms, and the bathrooms aren't perfect. That being said, overall it is very well maintained. Everything I needed was easily accessible and there were clear instructions on everything. The staff are friendly and helpful and make the whole process easy. Getting to the Hostel is a bit challenging as there is only one entrance (at the time of my stay, but they were doing roadwork on another possible entrance) and you have to go through a one-way tunnel. Also keep in mind that getting into the city requires crossing the Golden Gate, which currently costs just over $8 USD. I didn't have cell reception most of the way between the tunnel and the hostel, so make sure to print or write down directions. The wifi at the hostel worked well, although it was a bit slow when a large group of people was there. I plan to stay here again in the future, and hopefully next time I'll be bringing my whole family!

93%

Corey,

Sat 09 Nov 2019

The staff was friendly, interested and co-operative.

97%

Paul,

Wed 11 Sep 2019

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Location

Around the hostel

Nearby attractions

Beach (1 to 2km)
Cinema (5 to 10km)
City Centre (5 to 10km)
Cycle trails (At or next to the hostel)
Golf course (5 to 10km)
Gym (5 to 10km)
Hiking / Walking trails (At or next to the hostel)
Local market (5 to 10km)
Mountainous Area (At or next to the hostel)
Museums / Art Galleries (5 to 10km)

National / State Park (At or next to the hostel)
Nightlife (5 to 10km)
Parks / Green Area (At or next to the hostel)
Restaurants (5 to 10km)
River / Harbour / Lake (1 to 2km)
Shopping area / Mall (5 to 10km)
Supermarket / Food store (5 to 10km)
Theatre (5 to 10km)
Wooded Area (At or next to the hostel)

Getting to us

Airport: Shuttle: Marin Door To Door provides shuttle service from SFO to the hostel.
Bus: The MUNI bus #76 runs on Saturdays Sundays and Holidays from 10am-6pm.
Ferry/Boat: 5 miles
Underground/Metro: From downtown San Francisco take MUNI bus #76 to the Marin Headlands Visitors Center.
Alternate Transport: The hostel is about 5 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. From the SOUTH: Take 101 North over the Golden Gate Bridge and exit on Alexander Avenue. Stay to the right as you exit and then drive a short distance to the first road (the road is not clearly marked but it is called Bunker Road). Take a left onto Bunker Road until you come to a one-way tunnel. Drive through when prompted and then follow the directions under "From the Tunnel" below. From the NORTH: Take 101 South to the second exit for Sausalito (this is the final exit before you hit the Golden Gate Bridge). As you come off the exit take a right toward Sausalito and then take the first left you encounter. At the one-way tunnel drive through when prompted and then follow the directions under "From the Tunnel" below. From the TUNNEL: When you are out of the tunnel drive 2 miles west into the Headlands. At the fork in the road (Field Road) take a left and then follow the signs to the hostel. Free parking is available at the hostel on a first-come first-served basis.
Car: 5 miles north of Golden Gate Bridge. Free parking at hostel on a first-come first-served basis.
Rail: Emeryville

Sustainability

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