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Looking for a hostel near Golden Gate Bridge? Find the best and cheapest hostels near Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, sorted by distance. Because this is useful for you!

Hostels near Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

13 hostels in San Francisco. Prices start from $8 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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Approx. 48 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (4 km / 2 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Taxes included. Breakfast included. General: Reception: from 10:00 to 23:00 No curfew, no guests without a paid reservation" …"The easiest way from SFO is a ride-share, however if you are on a

from $27.04
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Approx. 55 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (4.6 km / 3 miles)
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240 Fort Mason

from $17.93
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Samesun San Francisco

Free Breakfast
Approx. 61 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (5.1 km / 3 miles)
Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Cancellation policy: 1 day (24h) before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in from 15:00 to 23:00. All guests must be 18+

from $19.87
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Approx. 71 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (5.9 km / 4 miles)
Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"Such a great find for me the staff was so nice - I want to come back soon it’s in a central location right next to Whole Foods" …"…City tax 16.52% per person per night Chapter San Francisco was

from $19.89
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Approx. 75 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.3 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Staff helpful. We would stay here again because of the lower cost & the bed is super comfy. Two stars - It is cheap, however, the 6 people dorm was not in the best shape. It is packed, and it seemed

from $18.46
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Amsterdam San Francisco Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Approx. 81 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.7 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…You supply everything else. Character of the hotel is lovely and the free internet is fine but line up to use it. The manager is simply rude and doing the business no favours! Not great - It's very

from $15.72
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Approx. 81 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.8 km / 4 miles)

"…Restaurant and nightlife downstairs. Across the street from City Light. The financial district a minutes walk. Fisherman that is 5 minutes walk. Plenty of Italian, and Chinese restaurants around

from $11.89
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Green Tortoise Hostel

Telegraph Hill
Free Breakfast
Approx. 83 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.9 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"…It was a little smoky, but they say they're installing a heavy duty ventilation system and this won't be a problem any longer. It's a friendly social hostel and there are almost always people

from $17.42
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Adelaide Hostel & Hotel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Approx. 83 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.9 km / 4 miles)
Older travelers (+50)Quiet Rest

"…We brought the delicious, fresh meal down to the kitchen/dining room and all enjoyed each others company in front of a newly released movie they had playing. After sleeping soundly in the cozy room

from $20.57
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Orange Village Hostel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Approx. 84 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Thank you, Orange Village! Clean and Comfortable - Basic breakfast, clean restrooms, clean sheets. Very simple accommodation. Elevator is very old. Staff is friendly. Good experience! Good hostel

from $16.23
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Approx. 85 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.1 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Very good location for catching trolley or bus or rail. Definitely good for going to something at the Moscone Convention Center, which I haven't done yet but now that I know this hostel, I will

from $17.60
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#1 Top Rated

ITH San Francisco Pacific Tradewinds Hostel

Financial District
Free Breakfast
Approx. 86 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Female Solo TravellerSolo Traveller

"…I really enjoyed my stay there and I can definitely recommend this hostel to everyone, who enjoys community! Thank you for the great time, especially for the Brazil party. Greatest hostel - Best

from $22.17
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European Hostel

South of Market
Approx. 90 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.5 km / 5 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…Quaint hostel in soma - I stayed here overnight before a train the next day. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. Despite booking a dorm, my room had only a single bunk, and no other

from $11.38

Hotels in San Francisco

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Francisco Bay Inn, San Francisco

Francisco Bay Inn

Cow Hollow
Free Breakfast
Approx. 60 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (5 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Our amenities include FREE parking, FREE continental breakfast, FREE high-speed wireless Internet access in all our rooms, in-room microwave / refrigerator, and cable TV with HBO. All of our rooms

from $53.84
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Inn on Broadway, San Francisco

Inn on Broadway

Pacific Heights
Approx. 66 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (5.5 km / 3 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

2201 Van Ness Avenue

from $59.37
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Nob Hill Motor Inn, San Francisco
Approx. 68 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (5.7 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"The Nob Hill Motor Inn welcomes you to the Bay Area. Our safe, central location just blocks from major tourist attractions and a number of restaurants and lounges is perfect for San Francisco

from $54.97
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Approx. 72 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"…20 % per room per night Breakfast not included. General: 24 hours reception. No curfew. We are proud to be a 100% non-smoking hotel in San Francisco, CA. Unfortunately, no pets are allowed

from $48.39
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Mithila Hotel

Civic Center
Free Breakfast
Approx. 78 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.5 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelQuiet Rest

"Great place, great rates! Ken the hotel guy was really nice and accommodating. Neat little elevator, very clean, some rooms with fridge and microwave. we had a great time in San Francisco and we

from $48.37
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Luz Hotel

Civic Center
Approx. 80 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.7 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Check in: 3:00PM Check out: 11:00AM Reception open from 8:00AM to 9:00PM Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards. This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival

from $30.75
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Europa Hotel

North Beach
Approx. 81 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.7 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…have listed above, we also have the following for all of our guests to enjoy while they stay with us. * Free WiFi in rooms * 24 hour desk service * Vending Machine/Soda Machine * Microwave/

from $39.26
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Approx. 81 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.8 km / 4 miles)

"…6 Miles away, Chase Center (Home Venue for Golden State Warriors Basketball Team) is 2.2 Miles away. China Town 1.1 Miles Away. San Francisco Airport is 12 Miles Away. Admiral Hotel Conditions &

from $42.75
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Fitzgerald Hotel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Approx. 82 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (6.8 km / 4 miles)

"…Taxes included. Breakfast included. General: 24 hours reception. No curfew." …"The Oakland International Airport is 18 km away." …620 Post Street

from $57.94
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Approx. 84 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7 km / 4 miles)

"…Situated on the pulse of the city, in the very heart of downtown, we are within easy access of San Francisco's business and shopping centers, attractions, nightlife, and a wide selection of fine

from $68.13
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Approx. 85 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.1 km / 4 miles)

"…1 kilometers away, or enjoy the breathtaking views from Coit Tower, only an 18-minute stroll from the property. Grant N Pine Policy and Conditions: Cancellation policy: 48 hours prior to

from $37.50
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Approx. 86 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.1 km / 4 miles)
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"…e hectic pace of downtown San Francisco (20 minutes from city center), we are located at the beach in the Sunset District of San Francisco where you can walk to Ocean Beach and Golden Gate Park; and

from $82.06
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Approx. 86 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.1 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Antique stained glass skylight on the top floor offers a quiet sitting area. Our inviting lobby is cozy and nicely decorated. All rooms have been newly renovated and are fully en-suite. We have

from $63.27
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Approx. 86 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Party Hostel

"…The Common area includes: free WiFi throughout, 24-hour front desk service, Lounge area with microwave ovens and large screen TV and Entertainment Center. Policies No Curfew Non Smoking

from $60.04
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Found Hotel

Downtown
Free Breakfast
Approx. 87 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"…After one has been cleaned so much bleach had been used that I nearly passed out in the bathroom and my friends jacket was half bleached after using the rest room. The showers were cold and the

from $53.94
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Approx. 87 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…The location is ideal, steps from the main transit center (Powell Street BART and Powell Street Muni Lines). From there, you can get everywhere in the city with complete ease! Union Square is the

from $55.70
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Herbert Hotel

Civic Center
Approx. 87 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.2 km / 4 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

161 Powell St

from $61.50
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Approx. 87 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.3 km / 5 miles)

2162 Market Street

from $39.22
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Winsor Hotel

South of Market
Approx. 88 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.4 km / 5 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…Deposit=$250 due at check-in Check in from - 3pm to 10pm Check out before - 11am Breakfast not included 16.25% Taxes not included and collected at check-in Maximum 3 people per room

from $24.43
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Approx. 89 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.4 km / 5 miles)

"…The area is filled with coffee shops in all directions. We have our own cafe, open from 7:30am to 5:00pm, that serves breakfast and lunch. The food is delicious and very reasonably priced for San

from $63.80
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The Pickwick Hotel

South of Market
Approx. 90 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (7.5 km / 5 miles)
Digital NomadsParty Hostel

85 Fifth Street

from $94.20
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Approx. 96 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (8 km / 5 miles)
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"…This European-style property is located in Mission District, which is a great choice for travelers interested in nightlife, culturally diverse food and parks. This smoke-free hotel features a 24-

from $24.50
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Approx. 99 min walking time to Golden Gate Bridge (8.2 km / 5 miles)
Beach Lovers Retreat

2163 35th Avenue

from $45.06

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Get to know Golden Gate Bridge

Hostel Near Golden Gate Bridge – A Backpacker’s Guide

Staying in a hostel near Golden Gate Bridge means waking up to one of the most breathtaking views in the world. This iconic landmark isn’t just a postcard-perfect scene; it’s a gateway to some of the best free outdoor adventures in San Francisco. Whether you’re biking across the bridge, hiking nearby trails, or watching the fog roll in from the bay, this area has a timeless appeal for budget travelers and backpackers.

Golden Gate Bridge connects San Francisco with Marin County, and it’s surrounded by natural beauty, history, and endless things to explore. A hostel in this area puts you close to Crissy Field, the Presidio, and Golden Gate Park while keeping you well-connected to the rest of the city.

Why Stay Near Golden Gate Bridge?

Choosing a hostel near Golden Gate Bridge isn’t just about snapping the perfect travel photo—it’s about being in one of the most scenic, adventurous, and budget-friendly spots in San Francisco. Here’s why backpackers love staying in this area:

  • Endless Outdoor Adventures: Free hiking trails, beach walks, and biking routes surround the bridge.
  • Incredible Views: One of the best places to catch the sunrise or sunset over the bay.
  • Easy Access to San Francisco’s Best Spots: Golden Gate Park, Alcatraz, Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Presidio are all within reach.
  • Great for Budget Travelers: Plenty of free attractions, picnic areas, and stunning scenery without spending a dime.
  • Safe and Quiet: A calm alternative to staying in the noisy downtown area.

Things to Do Around Golden Gate Bridge

There’s more to this area than just the bridge itself. If you’re staying in a hostel near Golden Gate Bridge, you’ll have access to these top attractions:

  • Walk or Bike Across the Bridge: A must-do experience that offers insane views of the city, Alcatraz, and the Pacific Ocean.
  • Battery Spencer Viewpoint: One of the best free viewpoints, located just across the bridge in Marin.
  • Crissy Field: A scenic waterfront spot perfect for picnics, jogging, or just soaking in the bay views.
  • Marshall’s Beach: A lesser-known spot with incredible views of the bridge (and fewer crowds).
  • The Presidio: This massive park has miles of trails, historic sites, and hidden bunkers.

Getting to and Around Golden Gate Bridge

Even if you’re staying in a hostel near Golden Gate Bridge, you’ll still need to get around. Here’s how:

  • Walking & Biking: The best way to explore the area. Many hostels rent bikes or offer guided walking tours.
  • Golden Gate Transit Buses: Connects the bridge to downtown San Francisco and Marin County.
  • PresidiGo Shuttle: A free shuttle that runs between the Presidio and downtown.
  • Uber & Lyft: Affordable for short trips but not necessary if you enjoy walking.

Backpacker-Friendly Amenities

Hostels in this area cater to outdoor lovers, budget travelers, and backpackers who want to experience the best of San Francisco. Here’s what you can expect:

  • Free Breakfast: Many hostels offer free coffee and breakfast to fuel up before exploring.
  • Outdoor Spaces: Common areas with views of the bay or garden patios.
  • Bike Rentals: A must-have for exploring the area.
  • Group Activities: Some hostels organize group hikes, sunset viewing trips, and communal dinners.

Local Tips for Backpackers

To make the most of your time near Golden Gate Bridge, here are a few insider tips:

  • Best Time to Visit: Mornings are less crowded, and sunsets are magical.
  • Fog Warning: Karl the Fog (yes, it has a name) can cover the bridge completely, so check the weather before heading out.
  • Picnic at Crissy Field: Buy snacks and enjoy a meal with a world-class view.
  • Explore Beyond the Bridge: The Marin Headlands just across the bridge have epic hiking trails.

Final Thoughts

Staying in a hostel near Golden Gate Bridge gives backpackers the best of both worlds—iconic San Francisco views and easy access to outdoor adventures. Whether you’re biking across the bridge, hiking through the Presidio, or just chilling with a coffee while watching the sunrise, this area is a must for budget travelers looking for an unforgettable experience.

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