San Francisco's urban delights await at a centrally located hostel where travelers find the perfect blend of comfort and convenience for city exploration
Travelers discover San Francisco's vibrant energy at Adelaide Hostel, blending modern comforts with historic charm. Relax on the sunny terrace after sightseeing or retreat to the library for reading or planning the next day's adventures.
Located in Union Square, a neighborhood in San Francisco, Adelaide Hostel is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Palace Hotel and Golden Gate Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Oracle Park or Chase Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our San Francisco travel guide
Near Union Square and Palace Hotel, Adelaide Hostel provides a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
Bike rentals, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Adelaide Hostel include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Communal kitchens with dishwashers, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Nearby parking fee: USD 35 per night (1001 ft away)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Adelaide Hostel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel
Adelaide San Francisco
Adelaide Hotel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Adelaide Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation San Francisco
Frequently asked questions
Is Adelaide Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Adelaide Hostel?
As of 24 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Adelaide Hostel on 1 April 2026 start from AED 314, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Adelaide Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Adelaide Hostel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Adelaide Hostel located?
Located in Union Square, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Marines Memorial Theater and Union Square. Palace Hotel and San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are also within 15 minutes. Powell St & Post St Stop is only a 4-minute walk and Powell St & Geary Blvd Stop is 5 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Adelaide Hostel Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay.
For the price and location I give it 5 stars. Noise and SF grime and lawless factor in the area take a star away. That being said it is what it needs to be and I’d stay there again if everything else around is > $1000 per night.
John
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Alena
24 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All the people who work there are very nice and professional: receptionists, housekeepers, a young guy who cleans the kitchen! Thanks to all of you!
If I could add anything to this place, that would be some snacks and drinks dispenser and a coffee machine or juste some coffee offered to the guests 🤗
when you are staying only a couple of days, you don’t think to buy ground coffee to prepare it twice a day.
The vibes are good! Room was decent. For a young 20’s something it’s a nice spot to be with friends and meet people. I just personally have a more bougie taste now that I’m mid 30’s, and it’s not the hotels fault for that. So if you see some lower stars, that’s why. Super nice staff and common areas.
The staffs were excellent. Very helpful.the shared lobby and the kitchen are good too. The 6 bed shared room where I stayed were full of worn out beds, did not appear to be ‘clean’ enough. Not enough spaced to hang out used clothes. Maybe, considering the low cost, it should be accepted.
The Adelaide reminds me of Grandma's house - if Grandma lived in a super cool old mansion. I love the relaxed atmosphere here. The staff are super nice and very attentive, and other travelers that stayed here were friendly and chill. The Adelaide (IMHO) is the best Hostel in SF for remote working - From the Huge Lounge with lots of room and nice private and quiet areas to work in, to the outside Garden at the back of the property, off the HUGE kitchen. You can buy food and cook here and store things in the huge fridges. The bunk beds are super comfy and are very sturdy. You won't feel any movement from your 'bunkie' above or below you, and the privacy curtain is the best! Showers and bathrooms are very clean and working well. The 3rd floor bathroom has the biggest shower head I have ever seen!!!! As a solo female traveler, I felt very safe both at the Hostel and in the surrounding area. The Hostel is very central to everything you need and walkable 24/7.
It's very conveniently located and quiet at night, which I really appreciate. There were two other people in the room with me, all very respectful of being quiet. The cleaning crew don't really do a good job with the cleaning. A spray here and there and a wipe, that's it. The sheets I had had holes in them. The beds were comfortable. There's a kitchen, which is good for cooking "at home", so to speak. They have recycling bins and compost, but people don't use them the right way. Maybe a note would help. Oh, and there is a no smoking sign big enough at the front door, which a lot of people choose to ignore. All in all, I was comfortable with most things for the price I paid. Did I mention, it's very conveniently located? You have public transportation to everywhere!!
Verified traveler
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jesse
17 February 2026
Liked: Amenities
Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal
Uneven and unsafe steep stairs to go anywhere in this place. For some reason, women are housed up on the 2nd floor (2 long flights up). Kitchen was not in operation during my stay which turned out to be OK as it'd be ANOTHER steep flt. of stairs to get there (3 flts. total).
Staff was generally decent & helpful with the exception of one female (swing shift) who was rude, argumentative and unhelpful.