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Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within easy reach of Presidio of San Francisco

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Exterior
Lounge
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster
4-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Chapter San Francisco puts you just a 5-minute drive from Presidio of San Francisco and Moscone Convention Center. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Pistachio Cafe, which serves breakfast and lunch. This Victorian hostel is also just a 5-minute drive from Union Square and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: California St & Van Ness Ave Stop is 4 minutes and California St & Polk St Stop is 6 minutes.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Offsite parking available
$54 nightly
The total price is $62
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Male Room)

Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Male Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Male Room)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed Room)

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Female Room)

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Female Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Female Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm Upper (Male Room)

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm Upper (Male Room)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed)

Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed Room)

1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed Room)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 3-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room

3-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

3-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) 32577536

Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) 32577536 | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) 32577536

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room)

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm Upper (Female Room)

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm Upper (Female Room) | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm Upper (Female Room)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Shared Premium cabin mixed room

Shared Premium cabin mixed room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Premium cabin mixed room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for STANDARD FULL BED ADA - Sleeps 2

STANDARD FULL BED ADA - Sleeps 2 | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

STANDARD FULL BED ADA - Sleeps 2

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory

Economy Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 4-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room

4-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

4-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1533 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Oracle Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pier 39 - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 33 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 36 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 42 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 46 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 14 min drive
  • San Bruno Station - 18 min drive
  • Bayshore Station - 18 min drive
  • California St & Van Ness Ave Stop - 4 min walk
  • California St & Polk St Stop - 6 min walk
  • California St & Larkin St Stop - 8 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Juniper - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Octavia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Route 101 Bar & Beverage - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Village Pizzeria - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco puts you just a 5-minute drive from Presidio of San Francisco and Moscone Convention Center. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Pistachio Cafe, which serves breakfast and lunch. This Victorian hostel is also just a 5-minute drive from Union Square and Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: California St & Van Ness Ave Stop is 4 minutes and California St & Polk St Stop is 6 minutes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 9:00 AM
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
    • Offsite parking within 1100 ft (USD 40 per day), from 6:00 AM to midnight; reservations required
    • Street parking available
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1905
  • Communal living room
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 5 stairs to reach property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • All-in-one washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)) and free wired internet

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared accommodations
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Pistachio Cafe - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 0.00 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of USD 2 (or guests may bring their own)
  • Laundry facilities are available for an extra charge of USD 10

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 40 per day (1100 ft away; open 6:00 AM to midnight)

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
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 mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 812979298

Also known as

Chapter Francisco Francisco
Chapter San Francisco San Francisco
Nap York San Francisco Sleep Station
Chapter San Francisco Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Chapter San Francisco?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Chapter San Francisco?

No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chapter San Francisco?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 10 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 20 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Chapter San Francisco?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but San Pablo Lytton Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Chapter San Francisco like?

Chapter San Francisco is in Western Addition, a short 4-minute walk from California St & Van Ness Ave Stop and 19 minutes' walk from Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.

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Chapter San Francisco Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Shower
Food
Toilet
Public transport
Room
Location
Bathroom
Refrigerator
Air conditioning

Reviews

6/10 Okay

It was a good place
Javier, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was my first hostel experience and it could not be better!
Aniket, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Check in was super easy as I was arriving late
Michele, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Awesome place for the price
DUY KHUONG, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best hostel I’ve been to so far. Clean, private (for a hostel) and budget friendly.
Fatima, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was a great first experience
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was my third time staying at this property and loved it . Thanks a lot guys !!!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I won’t be staying anywhere else when I visit SF. This place is wonderful.
Autumn, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great modern hostle at a very reasonable price and providing all the basics. Good atmosphere and safe. Definitely recommend!
Mehran, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Best place to stay in SF
Lucien, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

It was ok
Pius, 3-night trip

4/10 Poor

Bed is comfort, Internet is ok, free tea. Poor management and maintenance.
Chienchien, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good stuff
Greg, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Loved it, everyone did their own thing and was respectful. Nice place to sleep in
Mmesoma, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!!
Shanna, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place to stay

Nice place to stay, good area
Dennis, 28-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I had to go for brunch with family until 2pm, so past the checkout time of 10am, but there was a storage option available until *10pm* the same day for no added fee, which was an incredible help. If that sounds like something you need, then I guess this would be the right place.
Edgardo, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It’s clean, quiet and safe. Thanks lot
GERLE, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Convenient and easy to stay
Raul, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Worry frer
John, 6-night trip

8/10 Good

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Valentin, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I stayed on the private rooms floor, everything is new and super clean. There are 2 private rooms that are next to each other. They have a shared area for seats, storage. The room is just big enough for a bed. No windows, feels a bit like a space age pod. Very quiet, no noise from neighbors or street. It’s really for getting good sleep. Eat and socialize in the lounge or out the door!
Colleen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

It's a hostel but extremely quiet. Very clean also.
Qing, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

First time staying at this property and everything was great and perfect . Highly recommended!!! - Easy check - in and check out . - Everything is well organized - All guests were very respectful - Room , bed , sheets , locker and bathroom were extremely clean . - near public transportation. This was amazing !!! Thank you so much guys . God bless you . Your amazing and hard work is appreciated!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything is automated which makes checking in the out very efficient. Generally, I had a very comfortable stay
Harry, 5-night trip