HI-San Francisco-Fisherman's Wharf

HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is the first -- and most famous -- hostel in the 'City by the Bay.' This is the ideal choice for travelers who want to stay in a park setting with stunning views, but still have easy access to the city's urban delights.HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is housed in historic Fort Mason at the edge of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, one of California's most beautiful and diverse National Parks. The hostel sits right on the waterfront, overlooking the San Francisco Bay with stunning views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge. Scenic, paved foot/bike paths run from the hostel, along the water, east to Fisherman's Wharf and west to the Marina Green, making for a beautiful, bayside morning walk or ride whichever direction you choose. Fort Mason is worthy of exploration in and of itself, boasting theaters, galleries, and performance spaces as well as outdoor activities.In addition to shared dorms we offer private rooms sleeping up to 4 people. Free linens and towels as well as daily housekeeping service are included, and laundry facilities are available on site.A free continental breakfast is provided every morning in our on-site restaurant, Cafe Franco, with fruit, toast, bagels, or waffles. Cafe Franco also serves healthy, organic lunches and dinners at affordable prices, and you'll find locals as well as hostellers enjoying the great quality food and gorgeous views.If you prefer to cook your own meals, we have a spacious, fully-equipped guest kitchen, and you can dine either in the large dining room or on the outdoor deck, both with the beautiful bay views.The hostel is equipped with free WiFi, and provides high-speed Internet facilities for rent. Cozy up at the end of your long day of sightseeing next to the wood-burning stove in our lounge, or make new friends over the foosball and pool tables in the game room.Be sure to take advantage of the free or low-cost activities the hostel organizes daily, such as pub-crawls, walking tours, and day trips out to the Napa Wine Country or to the gorgeous Yosemite Valley.HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is your urban oasis in the City by the Bay!'Stay in one of the city's most historic buildings, set in an urban national park with unrivalled views over San Francisco Bay to the bridge� A cheery, buzzing place with helpful staff.' --Sydney Morning Herald'This top-notch hostel is set within the expansive lawns of Fort Mason, mere paces from the bay, and has great public rooms, tons of activities and a cafe.' --Lonely Planet'If you want character, good prices and a great location, this is the place.' --Gayot.comPLEASE NOTE: This website is a third-party booking agency. For more detailed information about the hostel and about visiting San Francisco, please visit our website: www.sfhostels.com/fishermans-wharf/HI-San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is operated by Hostelling International, a nonprofit membership-based organization.

Directions

FROM THE AIRPORTFrom San Francisco International Airport (SFO), take a BART train to the Montgomery Street station. From Oakland International Airport (OAK), take the AirBART shuttle bus, and then a BART train to the Montgomery Street station.Walk up to street level and take MUNI bus #30 from the corner of Kearny and Market streets to the Van Ness/North Point stop. Walk one block west on Bay Street to Franklin Street. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the HOSTEL signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel.By airport shuttle: From San Francisco Int'l Airport, Lorrie's Airport Service offers a discounted rate of $13 per person. From Oakland Int'l Airport, Super Shuttle service is available but reservations are recommended.FROM THE AMTRAK TRAIN STATIONFrom the Oakland or Emeryville stations, take an Amtrak shuttle bus to the Ferry Building (at Mission Street and the Embarcadero). Take a MUNI Metro train from the Embarcadero station (near the Ferry Building) to the Montgomery Street station.Walk up to street level and take MUNI bus #30 from the corner of Kearny and Market streets to the Van Ness/North Point stop. Walk one block west on Bay Street to Franklin Street. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the HOSTEL signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel.FROM THE TRANBAY/GREYHOUND TERMINALMonday through Saturday, take MUNI bus #10 from the Transbay Terminal to the Van Ness/North Point stop. On Sundays, walk to Kearny and Market Streets, and then take MUNI bus #30 to the Van Ness/North Point stop.Walk one block west on Bay Street to Franklin Street. Turn right into Fort Mason and follow the HOSTEL signs to the left of the chapel and towards the water to the hostel.BY CARFrom the North on Highway 101: Drive south aross the Golden Gate Bridge. Hwy 101 South becomes Lombard Street. Turn left on Franklin Street. Enter Fort Mason at Bay and Franklin. Proceed to the stop sign, turn to the left of the church and go to the end of the road. The hostel is a long, white building at the end.From the South on Highway 101: Follow signs on Hwy 101 North to the Golden Gate Bridge exit. Exit at Octavia Blvd. Turn right on Oak Street (a one-way street). Turn left on Franklin Street (a one-way street). Go all the way to the end of Franklin and enter Fort Mason at Franklin and Bay. Proceed to the stop sign, turn to the left of the church and go to the end of the road. The hostel is a long, white building at the end.From the East Bay: Drive west across the Bay Bridge on Hwy 80 West. Follow signs for the Golden Gate Bridge and exit at Octavia Blvd. Turn right on Oak Street (a one-way street). Turn left on Franklin Street (a one-way street). Go all the way to the end of Franklin and enter Fort Mason at Franklin and Bay. Proceed to the stop sign, turn to the left of the church and go to the end of the road. The hostel is a long, white building at the end.For more detailed directions, visit www.sfhostels.com/fishermans-wharf/directions/