Hostel Green Tortoise Hostel
494 Broadway Street, North Beach, San Francisco, CA 94133, United States of America – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 760 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
*8.3* Transamerica Building: only 5 minutes away! (1,150 feet by foot)
*8.3* Coit Tower: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)
The location of the place is great — simply very picturesque neighborhood, piers and ferry service in 15 min walk and a lot of coffee and dining options. Really close there is a architectural books shop (804 Montgomery Street) — got lost there for a while :)
RussiaAmazing staff, clean amenities, fun environment, day/night activities, and a giant kitchen with extras. Everything about this place is perfect for solo and group travelers. Every night has an event, great for socializing and learning about SF. THE BEST HOSTEL in SF without a doubt...don’t miss out. Everything you need is here.
SerbiaThe wonderful staff are what really make this hostel special. I received exceptional service with a smile throughout my stay and my knowledgeable hosts were always helpful and friendly. The location is very convenient for downtown and there are lots of great places to eat and drink in the vicinity and as for the cost..... simply unbeatable! A truly exceptional hostel.
JapanLoved the atmosphere of the place. Nice to be able to print a boarding pass as I was leaving. I'll certainly stay here next time.
United States of AmericaAmazing location if you consider proximity to North Beach hot spots. Friendly & safe. Clean rooms, baths & diner. Evening events are fun. For free dinner night the chef made veg tacos hearing that I am a veggie! Kitchen is open all night for a tea/coffee/snack if you are jetlagged.
IndiaFree breakfast! Make my own omelette; yum! Everyone is so friendly. Room price so good I almost, ALMOST, feel guilty, LOL.
United States of AmericaI absolutely love that they have nightly events, I went out on their "Curry & Comedy" event and had a great time while meeting new people! They also have Drink Olympics on Friday and free weed delivery on Monday (it's legal there). They have partnerships with a lot of traveling companies so the front desk can tell you about all the options. They also have free dinner every other night where you can help cook it! The breakfast was delicious and filling, a great way to meet others staying at the Hostel or just to sit alone. Someone is at the front desk 24/7, so you will always find help! I would definitely come back and stay here but make a couple of requests.
United States of AmericaGreat price for an organized and clean hostel, safe location (compared to other hostels).
United States of AmericaMy stay was amazing!! First thing- the stuff are awesome people! Everybody helfull and super nice, Egidio the chef is a wonderful person! Good man that will chat and help you out, thank you for all your recommendation! Kerry is also super awesome that took us to pub crawl! All the guest are friendly, a lot activities, your not feeling alone. The location is great! Close to a lot bars and I wasn't afraid to be outside :) Recommend to stay this hostel!
IsraelIt was a awesome stay. Its a great place and kitchen, food facilities were excellent
United States of AmericaGreen Tortoise Hostel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
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Located in the lively North Beach Little Italy district, this San Francisco hostel is just 3 minutes’ walk to the renowned City Lights Bookstore and the entertainment district. Free WiFi is provided.
Shared dormitory accommodations is offered by Green Tortoise Hostels San Francisco. Guests have access to a shared kitchen and a large lounge with free table tennis and billiards.
A free daily breakfast consisting of eggs, oatmeal, yogurt, bagels, fresh fruit and orange juice is served every morning at this hostel. Coffee and tea are available all day. A free dinner is offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and the menu varies.
A 24-hour reception is offered to guests of this hostel. Other facilities offered include a tour desk, luggage storage and laundry facilities. An airport shuttle can only be arranged for a return to the airport.
Ferry Building shops, farmers market and restaurants are 0.6 mi away from Green Tortoise Hostel. Fisherman's Wharf attractions are 20 minutes’ walk away.
This is our guests' favorite part of San Francisco, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.1 for two-person stays.
ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.
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Located in the top-rated area in San Francisco, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1!
Breakfast Info
Buffet
Good Coffee!
Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent
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Green Tortoise is a family owned and operated hostel started in the 90's. We are all well traveled and try to bring to the hostel what all travelers are looking for, culture. We believe in atmosphere above all else. The hostel is laid back with few rules. We try to promote a sense of community and fun with our free dinners accompanied by live music, free pubcrawls, and daily outings into the city.
What's nearby *
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Caffe Trieste0.1 miles
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Transamerica Building0.2 miles
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Beach Blanket Babylon0.3 miles
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Coit Tower0.3 miles
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Wells Fargo History Museum0.4 miles
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Cable Car Museum0.4 miles
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Aquarium of the Bay0.4 miles
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Stovepipe Wells Village0.5 miles
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Embarcadero Plaza0.5 miles
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Embarcadero Station - BART0.6 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
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Ferry Plaza Farmer's Market Market0.6 miles
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Trader Joes Supermarket0.6 miles
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Whole Foods Market Market1.5 miles
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Fondue Chinoise Restaurant0 miles
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Chinatown Market0.1 miles
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The Saloon Cafe/Bar0.1 miles
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The Nature stop Supermarket0.2 miles
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Specs Bar Cafe/Bar0.2 miles
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Safeway Supermarket0.5 miles
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Enjoy Vegetarian Restaurant Restaurant0.6 miles
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Cafe Trieste Cafe/Bar0.6 miles
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Sotto Mare Restaurant0.6 miles
Natural Beauty *
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Coit Tower Mountain0.2 miles
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Fisherman's Wharf Ocean/Sea1 miles
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Golden Gate Bridge Ocean/Sea3 miles
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Stow Lake, Golden Gate Park Lake4 miles
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Golden Gate Park Lake4 miles
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Twin Peaks Mountain5 miles
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Lake Merritt Lake12 miles
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Mt Tamalpais State Park Mountain15 miles
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Muir Woods Ocean/Sea15 miles
Closest Airports *
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Oakland International Airport11.4 miles
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San Francisco International Airport12.6 miles
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Mineta San Jose International Airport39.8 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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Union Square0.7 miles
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Lombard Street0.8 miles
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Pier 390.8 miles
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Ghirardelli Square1 miles
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San Francisco City Hall1.5 miles
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Oracle Park1.6 miles
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Alcatraz2.1 miles
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Anchor Brewing Company2.4 miles
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Golden Gate Bridge4 miles
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Golden Gate Bridge4 miles
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Amenities of Green Tortoise Hostel Great facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular amenities
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Live music/Performance
- Stand-up comedy Off-site
- Bar crawls
- Evening entertainment
- Bicycle rental (additional charge)
- Ping-pong
- Pool table
- Game room
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges apply.
- Street parking
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Lockers
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
General
- Shuttle service
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Sauna
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- French
- Dutch
- Russian
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prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Green Tortoise Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
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.
A cash security deposit of 20 USD is required upon arrival for incidental charges. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out and subject to a damage inspection of the accommodations. Contact the hostel for further details.
Group reservations consisting of 5 or more people may be asked for payment prior to arrival.
We have a 7 day 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 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.
