San Francisco is a city where every hill seems to hide a story, from the Golden Gate Bridge to quirky street art in the Mission District. Between exploring Alcatraz, hunting down the best sourdough, and snapping pics of those iconic cable cars, solo travelers need a comfy, secure place to land. The best hostels in San Francisco for female solo travelers offer not just safety but thoughtful perks like social spaces and local insights, making it easy to dive into this eclectic city while feeling right at home.
What can you expect from these Hostels?
We carefully handpicked these hostels based on strict criteria to ensure a safe, comfortable, and welcoming stay for female travelers.
- Female-Only Dorms: Each hostel offers at least one dorm exclusively for female solo-travelers, ensuring privacy and a relaxed atmosphere.
- High Safety Standards: Safety is our priority. These hostels boast a safety score of 8 or higher, giving you peace of mind throughout your stay.
- Exceptional Cleanliness: A cleanliness score of 8 or above ensures these hostels meet high standards of hygiene and comfort.
- Outstanding Reviews: Only hostels with an overall rating of 8.5+ made the cut, guaranteeing excellent service,friendly staff, and great vibes.
- Female-Friendly Tag: These hostels are recognized for creating a welcoming environment for women traveling solo.
These hostels are perfect for making your trip memorable and stress-free.
Why Trust Our Picks?
At Hostelz, we prioritize your safety and comfort. These hostels are not just top-ratedโthey are verified through guest reviews and expert insights to ensure you have the best experience possible.
Clean, Fun, Safe: The Best Hostels in San Francisco for Female Solo Traveler
- ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel - best for Female Solo Traveller, Solo Traveller
- Samesun San Francisco - best for Solo Traveller, Youth Hostel
- Green Tortoise Hostel - best for Party Hostel
- Chapter San Francisco - best for Party Hostel, Solo Traveller, Youth Hostel
- HI - San Francisco, Fisherman's Wharf Hostel - best for Solo Traveller, Youth Hostel
For Female Solo-Travelers: The Full List of best Hostels in San Francisco
Map for 5 Best Hostels in San Francisco for Female Solo-Travelers
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FAQ about San Francisco Hostels
We've collected the most common questions for hostels in San Francisco. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?
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Looking for hostels in a special neighborhood or near a popular landmark? Check out our special guides:
- Hostels near Alcatraz Island, San Francisco
- Hostels near California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco
- Hostels in Chinatown, San Francisco
- Hostels in City Centre, San Francisco
- Hostels near Coit Tower, San Francisco
- Hostels near Embarcadero (North Waterfront), San Francisco
- Hostels near Exploratorium, San Francisco
- Hostels near Ferry Building Marketplace, San Francisco
- Hostels near Financial District, San Francisco
- Hostels in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
- Hostels near Ghirardelli Square, San Francisco
- Hostels near Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
- Hostels near Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
- Hostels in Haight-Ashbury, San Francisco
- Hostels in Inner Sunset, San Francisco
- Hostels in Japantown, San Francisco
- Hostels near Lombard Street, San Francisco
- Hostels in Lower Nob Hill, San Francisco
- Hostels in Marina District, San Francisco
- Hostels near Mid Market, San Francisco
- Hostels in Mission District, San Francisco
- Hostels in Nob Hill, San Francisco
- Hostels in North Beach, San Francisco
- Hostels near Ocean Beach, San Francisco
- Hostels near Oracle Park, San Francisco
- Hostels in Outer Richmond, San Francisco
- Hostels in Pacific Heights, San Francisco
- Hostels near Painted Ladies, San Francisco
- Hostels near Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco
- Hostels near Pier 39, San Francisco
- Hostels in Polk Gulch, San Francisco
- Hostels in Potrero Hill, San Francisco
- Hostels in Potrero Hills, San Francisco
- Hostels in Richmond District, San Francisco
- Hostels in Russian Hill, San Francisco
- Hostels near San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Francisco
- Hostels near San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, San Francisco
- Hostels in SoMa, San Francisco
- Hostels in South Beach, San Francisco
- Hostels in Sunset District, San Francisco
- Hostels in Tenderloin, San Francisco
- Hostels in The Castro, San Francisco
- Hostels near Theater District, San Francisco
- Hostels in Twin Peaks, San Francisco
- Hostels in Union Square, San Francisco
- Hostels near Van Ness, San Francisco
- Hostels in Western Addition, San Francisco
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