Hostels in Half Moon Bay

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Our top choices for Half Moon Bay hostels

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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
mark ryan
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (299)
"Comfortable beds, privacy, clean room"
United States
Corey
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Exterior
Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380)
"Wonderful place to stay and relax. Professional staff and services."
United States
Syed
Chapter San Francisco
Fireplace
Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (202)
"Clean, walkable and quiet hostel with plenty of food within walking distance."
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Amsterdam Hostel
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Lobby
Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (989)
"Some of the best staff Ive encountered in hostels. Very friendly overall atmosphere and vibe. "
United States
Eugene
Orange Village Hostel
Front of property
European Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (665)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is NZ$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
European Hostel
Terrace/patio
Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (633)
"I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Half Moon Bay Hotel Reviews

Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"Yes"
David 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Fairmont San Francisco

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Half Moon Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,587
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$85
Highest Price
NZ$188

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 & Jones St Stop and California St & Taylor St Stop. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 23.7 mi (38.2 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.
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, Venice Beach in Half Moon Bay 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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