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Hi San Francisco City Center

Rental with Free Wi-Fi

2 stars

685 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

+1 415 474 5721
7.7
Good

1,696 verified ratings

$96
Rate

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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$96

About Hi San Francisco City Center, San Francisco

Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
8.0
Location
6.0
Staff
8.5
Value for money
9.0
Facilities
9.5
Situated within walking distance of Powell Street Station, HI San Francisco City Center Hostel offers guests a convenient base when visiting San Francisco. It is located a brief walk from San Francisco City Hall and Civic Center Plaza. Luggage storage and a 24-hour reception are just some of the available services at the hostel. Amenities include free wireless internet access and a library. HI San Francisco City Center Hostel features rooms equipped with an alarm clock, plus all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay. The hostel enjoys an ideal location, allowing guests easy access to a range of popular attractions. It is also within walking distance of San Francisco Opera, Union Square Plaza and San Francisco Symphony.

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Hi San Francisco City Center room price & deals

jue. 10/23
vie. 10/24
Standard room
1 king bed
$96
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$144
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hostel Amenities & Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24hr front desk
  • Elevator
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Elevator

General

  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi

Hi San Francisco City Center Reviews

7.7
Good1,696 verified ratings
7.9Solo
7.5Families
7.7Friends
7.2Couples
Pros +
  • It's truly a great Hostel experience. (in 123 reviews)
  • The communal areas are amazing. (in 26 reviews)
  • "Nice staff, confortable and clean bedrooms with private bathroom and good breakfast" (in 37 reviews)
Cons -
  • The only problem is the Tenderloin city part full of homeless people and drugs. (in 8 reviews)
  • The location was awful! (in 56 reviews)
  • The surrounding area is filthy Lots of homeless and drug users (in 5 reviews)

Hi San Francisco City Center room booking info

Value for money

9.0

Location rating

6.0

Distance to city center

0.5 mi

Nearest Airport

San Francisco

Distance to airport

11.4 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Hi San Francisco City Center compare to other 2 star hotels in San Francisco?

    2 star hotels in San Francisco typically cost $173/night, but Hi San Francisco City Center is typically available for $116/night, and is rated equally to its competitors.

  • How far is Hi San Francisco City Center from San Francisco?

    Hi San Francisco City Center is 11.4 mi away from San Francisco. You can typically expect your drive time from Hi San Francisco City Center to San Francisco to be 34 mins. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Hi San Francisco City Center from San Francisco?

    Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Hi San Francisco City Center. The nearest airport to the hotel is San Francisco.

  • Does Hi San Francisco City Center have a pool?

    Judging by our data, Hi San Francisco City Center does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Hi San Francisco City Center at +1 415 474 5721.

  • How close is Hi San Francisco City Center to San Francisco city center?

    The city center nearest to Hi San Francisco City Center is San Francisco, which is 0.5 mi away from the hotel’s front door. There, you can find The Masonic, which is a popular sight in the area.

  • What is the phone number for Hi San Francisco City Center?

    For assistance from an employee at Hi San Francisco City Center please call +1 415 474 5721.

  • Does Hi San Francisco City Center have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Hi San Francisco City Center has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Hi San Francisco City Center?

    You can plan to arrive after 3:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • What is the distance from Hi San Francisco City Center, San Francisco to Fisherman's Wharf?

    Hi San Francisco City Center is about 1.6 mi from San Francisco’s popular Fisherman's Wharf.

  • Is The Masonic, San Francisco close to Hi San Francisco City Center?

    The Masonic in San Francisco is only a 0.5 mi trip away from Hi San Francisco City Center. Grab a taxi or walk - it’s up to you.

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    The number of operators available for hotels in San Francisco is 1,305 as of October 2025.

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Places of interest near Hi San Francisco City Center

Attractions in San Francisco, California curated by momondo

Hi San Francisco City Center location: 685 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Top landmarks

Civic Center Plaza0.3 mi
San Francisco City Hall0.4 mi
Museum of Modern Art0.9 mi
Lombard Street1.2 mi

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