Green Tortoise Hostel San Francisco

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San Francisco
Sep 20, 2026 - Sep 21, 2026
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Green Tortoise Hostel Review

Featuring a ballroom, Green Tortoise Hostel San Francisco is situated in the very heart of San Francisco, 6 minutes' walk from Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory. Providing public parking, this hostel is located a short way from Grace Cathedral.

Bagels, yogurt, and porridge are served for breakfast. Barnua gastropub is situated just around the corner from the San Francisco property. Green Tortoise hostel offers an equipped kitchenette.

Pier 39 is just 1.5 km from the San Francisco hostel.

Guests will find Chinatown, which is about 600 metres away.

San Francisco International airport is 25 km from Green Tortoise hostel, and Kearny Street & Pacific Avenue bus stop is 10 minutes' walk away.

This San Francisco accommodation offers 24 rooms with a kitchen, as well as amenities like wireless internet. The hostel offers guests lockers, along with reading lamps for guests' convenience.

Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Lombard Street 1.41 km (4626 ft)
  • Alcatraz Island 3.55 km (2.21 mi.)
  • Coit Tower 610 m (2001 ft)
  • The Original Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop at Ghirardelli Square 1.87 km (1.16 mi.)
  • San Francisco Museum of Modern Art 1.52 km (4987 ft)
  • Union Square 1.46 km (4790 ft)
  • Cable car ride 1.76 km (1.09 mi.)
  • Contemporary Jewish Museum 1.47 km (4823 ft)
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Facilities

Dining facilities

  • Shared kitchen

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities
  • Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Laundry

Relax

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis

Activities for Kids

  • Board games
  • Game room

Key Features

  • parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • laundry
  • heating
  • excellent breakfast

Rooms

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4 Bed Female Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom Bed in Dormitory
Size: 28 m2
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4-6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom Bed in Dormitory
Size: 28 m2
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Standard Room with Shared Bathroom Double
Size: 9 m2
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Double Bed in Mixed Dorm Room (Not Private) Double
Size: 14 m2
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Green Tortoise Hostel FAQ

Does Green Tortoise Hostel provide on-site parking for guests?
Nearby public parking is available at a designated lot with a coupon for $20 until noon the next day.
Is there a shuttle service from San Francisco International Airport to Green Tortoise Hostel?
Transportation from the airport is limited to guests arranging their own rides via shuttle, taxi, Uber, or Lyft. Public transit options include the BART train, which costs approximately $10 to Montgomery Street Station.
What breakfast options are available at Green Tortoise Hostel?
Breakfast is served daily from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m. It includes bagels, yogurt, and coffee, with options such as oatmeal, fruit, and cereal also available.
Does Green Tortoise Hostel have spa or wellness facilities?
The property features a sauna available for guest use. It operates on a reservation system and requires a $1 towel if guests prefer not to use their own.
Are there private rooms with unique features available at Green Tortoise Hostel?
Private rooms offer large windows on two sides providing a good view. The rooms are located in a separate block from dormitories.
What is the location of Green Tortoise Hostel relative to transportation and landmarks?
The hostel is 15 minutes' walk from F Market Street Car, 10 minutes from Embarcadero, and 25 km from San Francisco International Airport. It is near North Beach and Chinatown districts.
What services does the staff provide at Green Tortoise Hostel?
Staff assist with luggage storage, can help store luggage in secure rooms, and book city tours and activities. They also provide 24-hour reception and security services.
What are the dining or restaurant options at the property?
The on-site dining space is located in a converted ballroom that hosts live music performances and events. The breakfast area features hangout spaces, including a stage with instruments.
What activities are organized at the hostel?
Daily activities include free evening entertainment, pub crawls, bicycle rentals for an additional fee, and off-site live music performances, stand-up comedy, and group outings.
Are there recreational facilities to meet guests and socialize inside the property?
Guest facilities include a game room with ping-pong, pool tables, board games, puzzles, and a large communal lounge area designed to foster social interaction.

Contact Information

🔗 Website

14158341000

📍 494 Broadway

Policy

  • Check-in: from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out: until 11:00