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Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out.
Stop by the hostel's restaurant, Pistachio Cafe, for lunch or brunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe.
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 guestrooms featuring microwaves and LED televisions. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
With a stay at Chapter San Francisco - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in San Francisco, within a 5-minute drive of Lombard Street and Presidio of San Francisco. This hostel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from San Francisco City Hall and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from San Francisco Bay.
What's nearby
Van Ness Avenue(0.1 miles)
The Regency Ballroom(0.2 miles)
CPMC Van Ness Campus(0.3 miles)
Great American Music Hall(0.5 miles)
California Pacific Medical Center: Pacific Campus(0.5 miles)
SF Masonic Auditorium(0.7 miles)
Grace Cathedral(0.7 miles)
San Francisco City Hall(0.8 miles)
The Fillmore(0.8 miles)
Union Street(0.8 miles)
Louise Davies Symphony Hall(0.9 miles)
Civic Center Plaza(0.9 miles)
UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion(0.9 miles)
Asian Art Museum of San Francisco(0.9 miles)
SHN Curran Theatre(0.9 miles)
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)(15 miles)
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)(20.3 miles)
San Carlos, CA (SQL)(25.1 miles)
Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field)(30 miles)
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
Van Ness Avenue (0.1 miles)
The Regency Ballroom (0.2 miles)
CPMC Van Ness Campus (0.3 miles)
Great American Music Hall (0.5 miles)
California Pacific Medical Center: Pacific Campus (0.5 miles)
SF Masonic Auditorium (0.7 miles)
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Based on 470 verified reviews
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Chapter San Francisco, travelers highlight clean facilities, privacy-focused pods, and a convenient location near transit and food, while noting trade-offs like warm rooms without AC, street or roommate noise, small common areas, and check-in snags.
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At Chapter San Francisco, travelers highlight clean facilities, privacy-focused pods, and a convenient location near transit and food, while noting trade-offs like warm rooms without AC, street or roommate noise, small common areas, and check-in snags.
Lockers, luggage storage, and a small kitchenette help with practical needs. Service is often praised, though some encountered code glitches, confusing self check‑in, or occasional room changes. Expect a modern, budget-friendly hostel experience with strong basics and a few city-noise trade-offs.
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Shared bathrooms and showers are widely praised, and the property offers a small lounge/kitchenette with fridge and microwave, lockers, laundry, and luggage storage. Several reviews note cramped common areas and limited workspace.
Chris
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
K'von
Oct 16, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Edgardo
Jul 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Naomi
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lowell
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jeremie
Dec 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Amanda
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
denise
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Vinh Huy
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Zahra Fitriana
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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Cleanliness is consistently strong across rooms, bathrooms, and common areas, according to many reviews. A few guests reported stained bedding or bathroom maintenance issues and odors.
Wendy
Dec 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Theresa Maria
Mar 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Naomi
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lisa
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
David
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Mariano E
Sep 24, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Jessica
Nov 18, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Willie
Feb 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Aaron
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Chienchien
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Pods and semi‑private cabins provide comfortable beds and a sense of privacy; some private rooms are windowless and compact. Multiple reviews mention street noise, warm rooms due to no AC, and occasional squeaky bunks or ladders.
sophie
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Colleen
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
John
Nov 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cristine
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
YUHUI
Dec 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Bryan
Nov 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Savannah
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Michelle
Aug 17, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Jenna
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Kiem duc
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with clear communication and quick responses via text/WhatsApp. Some guests faced confusing self check‑in, door‑code failures, room misassignments, or limited on‑site staffing.
Stephanie
Dec 14, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Jorge
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
James
Oct 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Haris
Dec 31, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Jorge
Apr 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Marko
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Elizabeth
Mar 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
David
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Timothy
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Chienchien
Aug 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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Convenient for public transportation, food, and walking to central sights. Some mention street noise and that parking nearby can be difficult.
Daniel
Feb 19, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
sophie
Oct 20, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Cativa
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 18 nights
Nicholas
Apr 30, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Cristine
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Jenny
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Savannah
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Marko
May 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Harold
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Catherine
Oct 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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No on‑site restaurant, but nearby cafes and eateries are convenient, and a basic kitchenette supports simple meals. Several reviews mention free tea/coffee and filtered water, though offerings are limited.
Cativa
Jun 29, 2025
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Stayed 18 nights
Casper
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Aichatou
Sep 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lowell
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Casper
Apr 9, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Vinh Huy
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Edgardo
Jul 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Juan
Nov 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Zahra Fitriana
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Kiem duc
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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Nadeep
Jun 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Xavier
Jun 1, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Alexa
Jun 1, 2026
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Stayed 14 nights
David
May 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Brad
May 27, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Check-in time is at 4:00 PM and check-out time is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out availability and costs are not specified.
The property offers disabled access, including features that accommodate guests with disabilities. Specific details about facilities are not provided.
The property is located at 1533 Franklin Street, San Francisco, California. Specific distances to key landmarks are not provided, but it is situated in a central area of the city.
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Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
Lockers Available
Non-Smoking Rooms
Adults Only
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Free Wi-Fi