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Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel within easy reach of Presidio of San Francisco

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Restaurant
Exterior
Exterior
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Offsite parking available
The price is $55
includes taxes & fees
$48 per night
Dec 4 - Dec 5

Room options

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Class Pod in 6 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Class Pod in 4 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 198 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Cabin, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Economy Class Pod in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm

Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Class Pod in 4 Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Business Class Pod in 3 Bed Female Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Business Class Pod in 3 Bed Female Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Class Pod in 6 Bed Female Dorm

Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Class Pod in 6 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Business Class Pod in 3 Bed Mixed Room

Business Class Pod in 3 Bed Mixed Room | Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Business Class Pod in 3 Bed Mixed Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cabin, Mixed Dorm

Blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Cabin, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1533 Franklin Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109

What's nearby

  • Union Square - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Lombard Street - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Moscone Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Pier 39 - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 27 min drive
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) - 35 min drive
  • San Carlos, CA (SQL) - 36 min drive
  • Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field) - 46 min drive
  • San Francisco Station - 14 min drive
  • 22nd Street Station - 17 min drive
  • San Bruno 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

  • ‪The Grubstake - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Limoncello - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Octavia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ben Thai Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco puts you just a 5-minute drive from Moscone Convention Center and Kaiser Permanente Medical 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 Lombard Street. 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.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 40 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with 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
  • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

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

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

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • Coworking spaces

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 restaurant
  • 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

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • All-in-one washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Freshen up

  • 3 bathrooms
  • 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 50.00 will be collected before check-in

Optional extras

  • 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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, 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. 
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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. 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 Union Square.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Super Duper
Easy semi private pod room within a room. Felt safe and inexpensive in a solid area.
Bryan, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Expected a bunkbed, found the future instead
I typed my code into the futuristic keypad and heard the bolt unlocked. I stepped inside the room prepared to sleep in a bunkbed, like most other hostels. Then I saw them. These glass pods. Like one of those "Zoom booths" you see nowadays. Except bigger. And with a perfectly made bed inside. After a long day walking miles exploring the city in the rain, what a sight for sore eyes. I walked in. Shut the door. And called my wife. It's amazing! I shouted! And I could shout, because of the sound proofing. Thank you Chapter. What a spot.
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sonya, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nadeep, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Diganta, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great staff, great facilities
Zachary, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Camilla, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I will return when I visit San Francisco
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

camilla, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Mathewos, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

camilla, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good Experience
Excellent
Adrian Andre, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

camilla, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

camilla, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Anthony, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I would absolutely recommend this spot to any of my friends or family. The rooms and bathrooms were clean and relatively quiet, considering the nature of hostels. Friendly and helpful staff, easy check in and checkout (you practically just leave!), and it has some lovely views from the fourth floor lounge. Thanks for having us!
Jonathan, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely stay here again if in the city. Highly recommended. Thank you for a pleasant visit!
Heather, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

it was cute, very innovative
karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

camilla, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

camilla, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great for a quick visit
This was the best one night stay in the city if you need a budget room. Unlike other hostels, this one has blackout curtains for each bed, making it feel pretty private. The layout of the hostel is also conducive to being quiet. It is located conveniently in the Nob Hill area with plenty of nearby buses. Overall, I highly recommend, especially for a hostel. The only two cons: there is no sort of breakfast (the area doesn't have too many early morning restaurants or groceries open to grab food) and it is a little impersonal (in the event you are looking to meet other travelers).
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rachel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

camilla, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, quiet and perfect spot in town.
Isabelle, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review