San Francisco's Best Hostel
The Green Tortoise San Francisco Hostel is a safe and affordable place to call home. Centrally located in downtown this hostel will be perfect for your visit to this wonderful city!
A Social San Francisco Hostel Filled with surprising Amenities and Activities!
Experience the Best Hostel Stay in San Francisco at Green Tortoise Welcome to Green Tortoise Hostel, the top-rated San Francisco hostel where adventure, comfort, and community come together. Nestled in the vibrant North Beach neighborhood, just steps from Chinatown, Little Italy, and popular attractions like Fisherman’s Wharf and Union Square, we offer travelers an unforgettable stay in the heart of the city. Dont miss perks like Free Breakfast and a Sauna and unique events wrapped with comfortable Mixed Dorms, Female Dorms, and Private Rooms
Our Grand Ballroom: A Common Space like No Other Hostel
Our Ballroom was born as a real Ballroom, Where the people of San Francisco in th early 1900's would gather and enjoy amazing food from the restaurant downstairs. over a century, famous restaurants and establishments have filled the space. Until 1994 when the Green Tortoise Hostel was born, making it one of the most unique Hostel Common Spaces you have ever seen.
Social Events Every Night
Monday: Free Dinner in Our Ballroom
A Free Dinner from one of the diverse local restaurants close by, Brought straight to our Ballroom for us to enjoy in our Hostel Common Space.
Tuesday: $6 Italian Dinner Night Out
Dine at a North beach Restaurant at a huge discount. Choice of pasta Entree for $6 $3 tax/tip. Then some Live Tunes nearby.
Wednesday: Rock Papers Scissors Tournament and Happy Hour Hop
Compete in a Tournament while moving great local businesses. Free to attend with food/drink special purchase.
Thursday: Curry and Comedy Show
We'll Grab some Dinner together at a local restaurant and enjoy a fun filled night of laughs at a local comedy Venue
Friday: Murder Mystery Pub Crawl
Multiple Local Stores and Bars combined with Mystery Fun.
Saturday: Cheeseburger and Cover Bands Pub Crawl
A Pub Crawl Budget Dinner Out, followed by a curated selection io the best Bars in the neighborhood
Sunday: Ballroom Live Music and Treats
Enjoy Live music in our Hostel Common Space combined with some other treats, games and fun
From Murder Mysteries to Live Comedy and Music, These are not your ordinary pub crawls!
Unique Amenities to Keep You Comfortable
Free Breakfast Daily
Awesome WIFI
Pool / Ping Pong tables and Arcade games
Free Sauna
Laundry Room
Social Events Nightly
At our SF hostel, we want to make your stay as easy as possible. Take advantage of the free amenities meant to relieve the stress of visiting a new city. We have some unique ones here at the Green Tortoise Like our Free Sauna and Weekly dinners so don't forget to take advantage.
Amazing Attractions Close By
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Golden Gate Bridge
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Fishermans Wharf
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Alcatraz Terminal
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Golden Gate Park
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Castro
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Lands End
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Haight St
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Twin Peaks
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Coit Tower
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Baker Beach
We are within 15 min walking distance to some of San Francisco Must see attractions like Fishermans Wharf, Chinatown, and Coit Tower. With our centrally located location and the Bay Area's famous public transportation you'll find your way to everything else easily!
Digital Nomads, We Got You Covered!
We have just finished renovating our new digital nomad work space for those who wish to focus on getting somethings done during there adventures. A 24 hours access space with 4 work stations that will keep you checking things off the list as you explore San Francisco.
Exclusive Discounts To The Best Local Businesses
Have a free afternoon in San Francisco? Grab a copy of our self guided neighborhood walking tour map at the front desk. See our curated selection of local businesses you can't miss while your in town. All within within walking distance, we provide a great perspective into San Francisco history and culture. Our hostel borders Chinatown, Little Italy and and the Embarcadero market area, creating a unique combination of local business that you will enjoy exploring at your own pace.
Free Historic Walking Tours
With our new collaboration with freesftour.com, we are now offering free historic walking tours of our amazing city starting within a short walk from our location.
Explore San Francisco Destinations close By
North Beach is a centrally located area of San Francisco sandwiched between Fishermans Wharf and the Financial District. Our Hostel lies in one San Francisco's most historic, diverse and unique neighborhoods, with many one of a kind landmarks within a short walk.
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Coit Tower
Coit Tower is a 210-ft tower offering panoramic views over the city and the bay. and Murals by Diego Rivera
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Little Italy
Here you will find the cities best Italian food, including tasty Cannolis at Stella Pastry and Cafe.
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The Filbert Steps
The Filbert Street steps have a very urban jungle feel with great views. Though steep, should be part of your visit.
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Chinatown
This is one of the oldest and
most established Chinatowns in the U.S. A bustling maze of streets with traditional eateries.
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City Lights
This bookstore was a hub for the counterculture movement of the Beat Generation in San Francisco.
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Cable Car Museum
Located at 1201 Mason Street, it contains historical and explanatory exhibits on the San Francisco cable car system.
Our Hostel's Origin:
Green Tortoise Adventure Travel
Helping Travelers
Explore since 1974
The World Famous Green Tortoise Adventure Travel began over 40 years ago, with one sturdy bus and the realization that beautiful places, great food, and sociable people were the only essentials for gratifying travel experiences.
The Green Tortoise hostels in Seattle and San Francisco are built on the fine tradition of a social communal experience. We have expanded and refined the hostel experience with free internet, free meals, private bathrooms, and comforts that make The Green Tortoise unique.Be sure to include the Green Tortoise on your Next San Francisco hosteling adventure!
