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8.7 / 10 Guest Rating

Green Tortoise Hostel

494 Broadway Street, San Francisco, us

Green Tortoise Hostel - main view

About the Property

Vibrant Hostel in North Beach Little Italy

Social Atmosphere in the Grand Ballroom
Experience the heart of our hostel in the Grand Ballroom, where music, games, and friendships flourish. With a pool table, ping pong table, and complimentary coffee and tea, unforgettable memories are made here.

Delicious Daily Breakfast and Nightly Social Events
Start your day with a free breakfast and enjoy all-day coffee and tea. Join our nightly social events with drink deals and discounted dinners, perfect for mingling with fellow travelers.

Convenient Amenities and Prime Location
Benefit from 24-hour reception, a fully equipped kitchen, and free WiFi throughout the hostel. Explore nearby attractions like City Lights Bookstore and Fisherman's Wharf, all within walking distance.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Green Tortoise Hostel in San Francisco!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Heating
Laundry
Luggage storage
Sauna
Games room

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note: Guests under 18 years of age can only check-in with a parent or official guardian. Guests under 16 years of age are only permitted in private rooms, unless an entire dorm is rented. Group reservations consisting of 5 or more persons may be asked for payment prior to arrival. We have a 14 days maximum stay. Guests must provide a government issued ID that is from outside the Bay Area. Please contact us if you are unsure about check-in requirements. Please note: Guests should inquire with hotel directly regarding fee for off-site parking. Guests need to provide proof of full Coronavirus vaccination to stay at this property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.7
Excellent1224 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the great staff and frequently praise the spacious rooms.

Categories

Cleanliness8.1
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.6
Amenities9.1
Value for Money8.5
Food and Beverage8.6
Overall Experience8.6

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MarcosusUS
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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KetdarinthTH
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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DUVALusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 12, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

The location is fantastic ! The place is clean and the living room is spacious. The bathrooms were clean and outside the bedrooms which is good. It's the perfect place to meet people! I spent five nights there and, at various events, billards and breakfast, I met students with whom I had a great time. I'm a 22-year-old woman traveling alone. This hostel isn't the cheapest, but it's definitely the best for meeting people!

The only point to improve is the breakfast : it is good, but not varied. An other kind of bread would be welcome. It’s still a good breakfast with fruits, yoghurts and bagels

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JesseusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"Fun, jungle themed hostel."

8.0

Vintage arcade machine, free breakfast, they sell locks cheap with their logo on them

Outside area was kinda sketchy

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JéssicabrBR
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

It had a great location and really nice vibes. The place has many bathrooms you can use by yourself, which is always a bonus for me. Breakfast included was also a bonus. It wasn't that clean, and the privacy was not ideal, but overall it was worth it!

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PhoebeusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"I’d stay here again! Streamlined organized well thought out hostel"

8.0

Solid included breakfast, duvet, private bathroom and showers, sink in dorm room, accommodation staff, included dry sauna, big beautiful chill out room, organized washing dish system, free filtered water

Code on door took 4 times of input before it would open EVERY time, wish it were slightly more economic for hostel prices ($10/night less)

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AnnacaCA
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couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 10, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0
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ZitabeBE
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 9, 2026

"Fine hostel but very loud music"

7.0

Fine budget hostel, the beds are old but good enough. In the morning there are free bagels and oats!

I stayed there during the weekend and next door is a club that’s open until 3am. I could even feel the bas of the music in the room so hard to sleep before 3am, but I think it’s fine during the week.

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MartabeBE
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 8, 2026

"Parfait, à recommander sans hésitation!"

9.0

Super hostel très bien situé, à proximité des principales attractions touristiques et très bien desservi par les bus publics. Le personnel est adorable et le rapport qualité-prix est imbattable. La salle commune est super chouette et le petit-déjeuner est très bien. Les salles-de-bain "communes" sont tellement nombreuses qu'au final vous pouvez toujours en avoir une pour vous tout seul. Les locaux sont un peu viellots mais les lits sont confortables. Je n'ai pas eu le temps de profiter du sauna, mais c'est un vrai plus. J'ai adoré mon séjour au Green Tortoise Hostel et je le recommande sans aucune hésitation.

L'aspect un peu viellot du bâtiment et les escaliers un peu ardus avec des bagages. Mais les côtés positifs compensent largement et mon avaliation globale pour mon expérience est excellente!

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JasonusUS
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solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 7, 2026

"I love the free breakfast in the ballroom. It’s a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the spacious views and company of l"

10.0

Location can’t be beat. Love the North Beach neighborhood and proximity to Little Italy and Chinatown. What a great place for walking, shopping, and restaurants.

There was no downside to staying at the green tortoise.

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