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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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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
The current price is $54
$62 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bunk in 6-Bed Dorm (Male Room) | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Female Room) | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm Upper (Mixed) | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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3-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Bunk in 2-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) 32577536 | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm (Mixed Room) | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Bunk in 4-Bed Dorm Upper (Female Room) | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Premium cabin mixed room | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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STANDARD FULL BED ADA - Sleeps 2 | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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4-Bed Deluxe Cabin Mixed Room | 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
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 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
  • ‪El Lopo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Octavia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Route 101 Bar & Beverage - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grubstake Diner - ‬4 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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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
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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
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Required at check-in

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

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

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hostel, clean and great bunk beds

Hostel was awesome. The directions for access were great and easy to follow. Hostel was very clean. The set-up for the bunk beds was great. The bunk beds were blacked out so it provided darkness and privacy for each bed. I would 100% stay here again.
Michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good Value

Everything was as expected.
Earl, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, highly recommended!

I really love the curtains in my shared room, offering me some privacy. The curtains also to offer a darker and more comfortable sleep environment. People there are also very friendly. It is cool and worth mentioning that there are 2 pods in the common area, allowing me to call and do some personal work without much noise.
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! I had the private cabin to myself so it was pretty quiet. Everything was also very clean and the staff were very friendly. It’s also very close to many restaurants and able to walk to bus stop close by.
Cristine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient and easy to stay
Raul, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean but impersonal stay

Hostel was clean and amenities were comfortable and well maintained. Great and safe location. Guests were respectful and followed house rules. Hostel is impersonal only using text communication with no face to face contact. Only 4 restrooms for the entire floor with over 20 guests. No sense of community or friendliness within the hostel. Cleaning staff was rude and evicted guests from restrooms and showers while it was being used in order to stick to a cleaning schedule.
7-night trip

6/10 Good

Small
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

4 Stars

Overall nice, simple, clean facility. Shared bathroom/shower and kitchen area was tidy. I would like more than one towel and bed linen change per week as a standard practice. The comforter provided for the bed was more blanket-like.
Aaron, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything is good. But
Li Pin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to clean up and to lay your head!
Janice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and friendly staff available for most of the day
Timothy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Check in is weird, common area wars very small and cramped and unkept. Garbages and fridge overflowing.
Amanda, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Toilets and shower facilities were clean. Pod style bed was comfy.
Orkun, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty okay hostel. Good location
Mario, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Safe place to stay in San Francisco and affordable. The entire hostel are clean and smells good.
Raymond, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay!

Great stay and staff!
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Management and staff friendly and helpful
Joel, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great people, nice facilities
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing value, great hostel

Amazing hostel, lovely staff and so many amenities (microwave, hob, kettle, toaster, etc). Really clean and modern, and close to lots of public transport. The sleep pods were really nice too. Absolute steal for the price!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great! It took me a second to understand how it all worked but it was pretty straightforward to figure once i was at the door. Very clean and affordable for the area.
Samantha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfy.

It was easy to check-in and out. Each dorm had unique codes. The beds have black wall covers, a light, shelf, and 2 plug-in sockets. You also get a locker. The showers are in one room, but all divided. There is a fridge/freezer and microwave. Food gets crowded. It's clean and functional. In nice area and very close to grocery stores and transport.
Cativa, 18-night trip