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Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco

494 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133-4515
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Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3.5 of 5 stars
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Victoria, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This hostel does not state anywhere on their website that they would charge an extra $1 per person per night (around 3% of the cost) if guests choose to pay by credit card (Visa or Mastercard). We booked a room in this hostel with credit card. On the confirmation email it showed what we would be charged and there's no... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Like a lot of people that booked to stay here, I was slightly dubious whether to stay here, due to it being situated within a red light district of San Francisco. Honestly, it is absolutely fine. Like most things when you're in a city, walk confidently and don't act like a victim and you will be ok. I never had... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
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5 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Staying in this hostel was like being back at University during freshers week - they encourage so much interaction that I couldn't help but meet so many people and get involved with everything! I thought it was fantastic for them to provide such a good environment for socialising with free dinners, pub crawls, cheap dinners out, music nights, free breakfasts... More

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Margaret River
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Ive travelled shirtloads,(aussie surf/snow bum) the place is cool, ,in the thick of it all, close to it. Free breaky is soo cool, , they are all helpfull, the stairs suck, but so what, storage(i stored snowboards), free wifi, close to the OLDEST BAR IN SAN FRAN... THE SALOON.GO!!!. Its a great little joint. The dble rooms can be touch... More

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B.C.
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55 reviews 55 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

What an incredible experience. I have never stayed at a hostel before and loved being here. The staff were welcoming (although not 100% organized). Value: Amazing! You have a bed, continental breakfast included, 3 vegetarian dinners a week (Mon, Wed & Fri), free wifi & inexpensive and fun activities most nights (beer olympics on Fri) Favorite place is the ballroom/... More

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Cloverdale, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

If you dont want to get ripped off this is the only place to stay besides checking Air bnb. The hotels in San Fran are way over priced. My wife and I stayed here for a weekend before she flew home. We stayed on the third floor in a private room. The place is easy to find and the staff... More

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GreenTortoise, Front Office Manager at Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco, responded to this review
May 7, 2013

Glad to hear that your time with us was a tortoise success. great review, thanks! More

Newcastle, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Have stayed in a number of hostels, but this one was certainly one of the best. Great rooms, with good beds, decent storage, great travel advice and friendly staff. Hostel also has good rates on bike hire with local rentals, and can store bikes overnight if needed. Free breakfast was great, and dinners 2-3/week also. Close to chinatown and little... More

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Montreal, Canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

This place is the party central! Very large common area and the night I was there they did a free dinner, and the hall was full! The very same evening they had a beer olympics where guests/partiers can take place and join them for a fun and beer-filled evening of games at the bar next door. The backpacker is right... More

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GreenTortoise, Front Office Manager at Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco, responded to this review
April 22, 2013

Great review...come back soon! More

San Diego, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Have stayed at this hostel multiple times, always a great time! I actually met my german boyfriend there the last time i visited! ;D Tons of fun and free activities, the free meals three days a week are delcious, and the beds are super comfortable. The hostel is in a great area, definitely check out the Romo restaurant around the... More

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GreenTortoise, Front Office Manager at Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco, responded to this review
April 22, 2013

We'll add matchmaker to our list of specialties!! Thanks for the great review More

San Francisco, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

I stayed here this year. Staff is pretty laid back, place needs more housekeeping details and the rooms are okay. Make sure to lock your stuff up in the day time, sticky fingers . They have video cameras recording in case someone steals. There are lots of social events if that is your gig!! From pool tournaments , pub crawls... More

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GreenTortoise, Front Office Manager at Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco, responded to this review
April 22, 2013

Thanks for the great pointers: we're here to make sure our guests have a great travel experience More

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Additional Information about Green Tortoise Hostel - San Francisco

Address: 494 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133-4515
Region: United States > California > San Francisco
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 39 Specialty lodging in San Francisco
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Green Tortoise San Francisco hostel is a full service, fun, comfortable, and welcoming hostel. Located in the North Beach area (Little Italy), famous for entertainment, bookstores, and Beat Generation history. The hostel is close to Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, and public transportation that can take you all over the Bay Area. We are a PARTY hostel, so come and be included in our social events held nightly. Lots of Freebies, breakfast, dinner 3 x a week, wifi, sauna, massage chair and lots lots more! We are also famous for our "hostel on wheels" sleeper coaches that run adventures to many destinations seasonally. ... more   less 
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