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Our top choices for Half Moon Bay hostels

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

1. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

2. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Best place to stay in sf"
United States
Tamara
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Orange Village Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

3. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (479 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

4. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (403 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

5. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (722 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
European Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

6. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Half Moon Bay Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly and the views were amazing"
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Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Find out more about Half Moon Bay

Half Moon Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,340
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$120
Highest Price
NZ$204

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Half Moon Bay?
Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable nightly rates: Half Moon Bay Lodge - 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the heart of Half Moon Bay. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel. Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 22.5 mi (36.3 km) from the heart of Half Moon Bay. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Half Moon Bay?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Half Moon Bay is 483 mm.
What is there to see and do in Half Moon Bay?
Generally, Half Moon Bay is known for its beaches, festivals and restaurants. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places such as Half Moon Bay State Beach, Redondo Beach and Dunes Beach. Cultural attractions include Hiller Aviation Museum, Coyote Point Park and Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Half Moon Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Half Moon Bay in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is San Carlos, CA (SQL), 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from the city centre. Another option is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) away.

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