Samesun San Francisco

1475 Lombard St, San Francisco, CA 94123, San Francisco, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.3 / 5

Samesun San Francisco is a relaxed, adults-only hostel at 1475 Lombard St in San Francisco, rated 4.3/5 from 649 public reviews and positioned as a 3-star property. It’s about a 12-minute walk from the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, roughly a mile from Pier 39’s dining and attractions, and around 2 miles from ferries to Alcatraz Island. Accommodations include streamlined mixed-sex and female-only dorms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms, plus private rooms with en suite facilities; some rooms include balconies. On-site common areas include a communal kitchen and a bright lounge, and breakfast and Wi‑Fi are available alongside parking (residency restrictions apply). The surrounding area offers numerous nearby dining options such as The New Spot On Polk (about 359 m), Bottles & bites (about 430 m), and Roaming Goat (about 460 m), with major San Francisco sights like the Palace of Fine Arts, Coit Tower, and the Golden Gate Bridge within a few miles.

Best for

Best suited to adults seeking a social, hostel-style base near classic San Francisco waterfront sights, with a communal kitchen and lounge for shared, budget-minded travel. It also fits travelers who want quick access to Pier 39, Alcatraz ferry connections, and nearby restaurants along Lombard and Polk Street corridors.

Travel tips

Plan for walkable sightseeing to the waterfront area: Pier 39 is about 1 mile away, and ferries to Alcatraz are roughly 2 miles from the property. If parking is important, confirm availability and any conditions in advance, and note that residency restrictions apply. Food options are close by—Blue Fog Market, Bottles & bites, and The New Spot On Polk are all within roughly a 5–6 minute walk.

What guests say

Reviews frequently highlight cleanliness, including clean showers and well-kept rooms, and several guests call out the bed setup as especially comfortable for a hostel. Staff are often described as friendly and helpful, with positive mentions of overall atmosphere and “vibes.” Breakfast is noted as a simple included offering (e.g., bagels, yogurt, fruit, and coffee), and some guests appreciate rooms with balconies. Negative feedback includes inconsistent front-desk service in at least one case and a serious safety concern raised by a guest regarding the lack of an interior room lock, which they felt management did not adequately address.

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