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Our top choices for San Francisco hostels

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great hostel to meet people. Everyone is really helpful the staff help with everything and was super friendly."
Germany
Nina
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
7.8 out of 10, Good, (216 reviews)
"Satisfying experience overall, water supply to the room was on and off."
United States
Sankara
The price is AU$73
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Hostel La Choza Inn

Arenal Hostel Resort

Arenal Hostel Resort
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Nice rooms! Excelent location! Great staff! "
United States
Kristapor
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Arenal Hostel Resort

Río Danta Hostel

Río Danta Hostel
1.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very nice hostel for a very reasonable price. I would recommend this hostel for other travelers"
United States
Reyes
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Río Danta Hostel

Poshtel Arenal

Poshtel Arenal
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (207 reviews)
"Beautifull for a Hostel.. good wifi.. "
Canada
Guylaine
Poshtel Arenal

Ceiba Eco Hostel

Ceiba Eco Hostel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Ceiba Eco Hostel

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel

Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
2.0 star property
La Fortuna
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Great staff, lovely grounds"
United States
Lauren
Arenal Poshpacker Boutique Urban Tropical Hotel
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San Francisco Hostels information

Number of reviews
455
Accommodation
19 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$54
Highest Price
AU$122

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Francisco?
You may like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our guests: Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort - 19.4 mi (31.3 km) from the heart of San Francisco. Property features at this hotel include free parking and tour/ticket assistance.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Francisco?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in San Francisco are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in San Francisco?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near San Francisco. Get out into nature with places such as Laguna Río Cuarto, Catarata del Toro and Children's Eternal Rainforest. Cultural attractions include Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos. Additional attractions include Puentes Colgantes del Arenal, Aquas Zarcas Square and Quesada City Park.
What's the best way to get to and around San Francisco while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around San Francisco in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), located 15.8 mi (25.5 km) from the city centre.

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