Green Tortoise Hostel in San Francisco, California
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About the Property
494 Broadway, San Francisco, 94133,
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Near Chinatown and Coit Tower
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Guests recommend Green Tortoise Hostel
private bathrooms
community room
comfortable beds
good breakfast
great location
"One of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. Clean, friendly lots of space, they thought out everything."
Ieva from Great Britain
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"Loved that there was a sauna. :-)"
Verena from Great Britain
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"Great location, breakfast, great staff"
Miriam from Germany
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"Large open spaces, available information, kind staff, strict rules in the accommodation, large kitchen area, breakfast included."
Yakoub from France
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"The building interior has a strikingly unique style, and it's full of immaculate vibes from down to earth people."
Samuel J from Ecuador
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Social hostel in San Francisco's North Beach district - free breakfast, sauna, and nightly events
Grand Ballroom & Social Scene
The Grand Ballroom serves as the hostel's social hub, with a pool table, ping pong table, books, and games for guest use. Live musicians are invited to play in this space, and complimentary tea is available throughout the day. Nightly events include themed pub crawls, discounted dinners at local restaurants, and free in-house dinners.
Dining & Breakfast
A free daily breakfast of oatmeal, yogurt, bagels, fresh fruit, and orange juice is served each morning. Coffee and tea are available all day. The fully equipped kitchen is open 24 hours for guest use, with a guest fridge for storing personal food.
Wellness & Facilities
The hostel offers a sauna for guest relaxation, with a reservation system and towel rental for $1. Bicycle rental is available for exploring the city. Other amenities include a games room, billiards, table tennis, and a shared lounge/TV area.
Location & Transportation
The hostel is located in the North Beach Little Italy district, minutes from Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, and Union Square. The BART public transportation train stop is a 15-minute walk away. No on-site parking is available, but a loading zone for luggage drop-off and discounted nearby parking garages are offered.
Rooms & Safety
Shared dormitory accommodation is offered with lockers under each bed and key access. A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities are available. Security features include CCTV in common areas, smoke alarms, and 24-hour security.
Highlights
Location: North Beach Little Italy district, walking distance to Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf
Amenities: Sauna with reservation system, bicycle rental, games room
Dining: Free daily breakfast with bagels, yogurt, fruit, and oatmeal
Entertainment: Grand Ballroom with live music and nightly events
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