Green Tortoise Hostel
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Green Tortoise Hostel
Hostel
494 Broadway, San Francisco, California 94133, United States
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Green Tortoise Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort.Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel.Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hostel. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as luggage storage.Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hostel's tours. Traveling with minimal luggage is achievable at Green Tortoise Hostel due to the hostel's laundromat ensuring your garments stay fresh.The hostel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at Green Tortoise Hostel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere.In select rooms of the hostel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having linen service available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of instant tea can be found.Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday on a high note. At Green Tortoise Hostel, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast.Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Green Tortoise Hostel.Unwind after a long day by stopping by steam room and sauna to rejuvenate your senses.Show More
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Highlights
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Parking available
Lots to do
Ideal locationShow More
Amenities
Public parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Sauna
Bar
Billiards Room
Table Tennis Room
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Property Description
Green Tortoise Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort.Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel.Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hostel. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as luggage storage.Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hostel's tours. Traveling with minimal luggage is achievable at Green Tortoise Hostel due to the hostel's laundromat ensuring your garments stay fresh.The hostel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at Green Tortoise Hostel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere.In select rooms of the hostel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having linen service available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of instant tea can be found.Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday on a high note. At Green Tortoise Hostel, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast.Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Green Tortoise Hostel.Unwind after a long day by stopping by steam room and sauna to rejuvenate your senses.
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4.3/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.3
Amenities4.3
Location4.3
Service4.3
All 22 Reviews
Surroundings
Metro: Montgomery Street
(1.0 km)
Metro: Embarcadero
(1.2 km)
Airport: San Francisco International Airport
(23.6 km)
Airport: Oakland International Airport
(31.4 km)
Train: Amtrak Railroad Passenger Station
(1.5 km)
Train: San Francisco 4th and King Street Railway Station
(3.7 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
1
Single Bed In Female Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom
1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Electric fan
Tea bags
Landmark view
Toothbrushes
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Single Bed In Mixed Dormitory Room With Shared Bathroom
1 Single bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Electric fan
Landmark view
Toothbrushes
Private toilet
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1
Standard Room With Shared Bathroom
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Electric fan
Tea bags
Toothbrushes
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
4.3/5
Very Good
22 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.3
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.3
- Service4.3
Average for similar properties in San Francisco
AI Summary
Centrally located with friendly staff, great value for money, clean and well-equipped rooms, complimentary breakfast, and lively neighborhood. Comfortable beds and welcoming atmosphere ensure a pleasant stay.
Anonymous User
November 12, 2023
Pretty good
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Guest User
December 31, 2024
Impeccable hostel. From the outside, the building might seem dated, but I must say the interior is very well-maintained. The common areas are beautiful and spacious, with a large kitchen where you can cook. Every morning, there’s a small but very good free breakfast. The rooms are spacious and extremely comfortable. The beds are sturdy and don’t make any noise. The bathrooms are shared, but I was surprised by how clean they were—always spotless. Every evening, they host some kind of event, including free dinners, which is quite rare. The location is very convenient—you can easily explore the entire city center on foot. I’d gladly stay here again.
Guest User
June 17, 2024
So I'm pretty new to traveling. Haven't stayed at very many hostels so obviously a party oriented hostel like the green tortoise leaves a strong impression on my virginal hostel traveling mind. You have the potential to meet some very interesting people here but also some very creepy people as well who give you a feeling as though they've just escaped from jail or have just come out of a mental ward. The 3 weeks I stayed there I was verbally assaulted by a person coming into the room at 4am directing his anger towards me because of the roommates shoes. Needless to say he was eventually kicked out after he also verbally assaulted someone on staff. Honestly you have potential to meet some great people here if you stay long enough but the fun doesn't really last very long. Everything is dictated by who is coming and going (if you like the social post 9pm party atmosphere of the hostel). The main problems I have with this place are it's very dirty. You will see multiple mice running around the kitchen. The staff are very rude elitist people who haven't yet escaped their teen angst phase (but they are well into their mid 30's some of them). Some of the staff are absolutely incredible people but overall they are mostly smug [-]. Green tortoise is an interesting place to stay for a couple of nights (if you want a cheap place to party) but I would suggest a more professional hostel for an extended stay. You have to put on a show, stand out, act like an ***** etc if you want to be treated well by staff. If you are an average person they will treat you poorly and you will regret your stay their. People that go there to stay can be great but the staff just sucks so i cant recommend this place due to my bad experiences with these people (front desk people should use eye contact, say thank you hello in a friendly way, be courteous etc ).
Guest User
June 17, 2024
I cannot believe some critics here. I was there for 3 nights. Breakfast could be for free, but it was disgusting moving around the kitchen looking for the eating service and realizing the dirtiness. We had just one (and enough) breakfast experience. The room was OK, but VERY dirty. On the light switch in our room there were strange remains, which afterwards we realised they were rat excrement. I swear I am telling the truth. I have visited many hostels and HI in my life and this is by far the worst hostel I have seen. Free food and internet do not compensate the price of this place.
Guest User
June 17, 2024
I've stayed at many hostels including Hostel International in the Tenderloin distric. All and all, not a bad experience, i didn't think it could get worse. IT DID. After booking a room with Green Tortoise i was expecting to stay at the North Beach location, instead we were sent down the street several blocks to a hole in the wall location where the rooms were small, cramped and worst of all I woke up from the Green Tortoise room with flea bites all over. Once we checked out I talked to the front desk staff about it and they didn't seem at all bothered or apologetic or concerned about my predicament. After I emailed Green Tortoise about the fleas, they did not take accountability and brushed me off. For an organization in the people business, they don't seem to care too much about people. I would never go back! AVOID IT LIKE THE PLAGUE
Guest User
February 12, 2024
I used to love this place. I unfortunately had a female traveler who said she's going to make sure she keeps the riff out. So she thought I was riff raff and complained to the front desk manager about me. San Francisco is a very difficult city rn. You have to look a bit homeless because you don't want to get ripped off or have things stolen. Today, I got an email that I'm not a good fit for the hostel. I'm crying in a bathroom. Because I don't want to hear the European travelers hearing me cry. On a good note they allowed me to extend one day more than I should of. They are very nice people. But the you don't fit in here comment hurt my heart
Guest User
November 12, 2023
If you love the experience of a European hostel with the comforts and convenience of an American lodging, this is the place to go. For starters, Space: the common room which I assume used to be a ballroom is very spacious and serves as dining as well.(btw, don’t miss the complimentary breakfast they offer in the morning.) the ample seating serves as a great atmosphere for meeting other people. While other people complain about how dated the decor is, I think it adds to the homeliness and novelty of it. Plenty of solo use bathrooms on each floor. And the beds are quite spacious. Location:it’s situated right next to Chinatown which is great for when you’re craving a quick Dimsum. It’s also a nice 15 minute walk to the piers. I would absolutely suggest using the trams to get to the west side of of San Francisco ie the bridge or presidio, but I’m a walker so it took me a good 1.5 hours which was a good workout. Staff: they were very friendly and informative as well as helpful so absolutely no complaints there. Security: I believe the doors stay locked after 1800 which require code or fob access. They make you wear a tag to identify you as a lodger which is added security. All in all a great experience, I would definitely come back here for my San Francisco trips.it’s by far one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in.
Guest User
September 29, 2023
I really loved this hostel!! It’s set in a very exciting neighbourhood right next to north beach and Chinatown. I found it incredibly easy to connect with other travellers and I really liked my dorm room as well! The living room is very cool as well, with plenty of space, nice views, guitars, a piano and many sofas. The bathrooms were clean as well. I can highly recommend it and have already recommended it to friends. However, I took part in a dinner event hosted by the hostel and can’t recommend it… it‘s ofc great to get in touch with others but the Italian restaurant we went to was really bad. I could have easily cooked the pasta myself. Also, the woman who took us there (our guide from the hostel) seemed rude and unmotivated. The other night friends of mine went to an Indian restaurant and said the food ****** as well…
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Public parking
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Sauna
Bar
Billiards Room
Table Tennis Room
Billiards Room
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available Off-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Luggage Storage
24-Hour Front Desk
Lockers Available
Languages Spoken
Dutch
French
Russian
Spanish
Food & Drink
Bar
Health & Wellness
Billiards Room
Table Tennis Room
Sauna
Activities
Game Room
Eco Tours
Public Areas
ATM
No Smoking in Public Areas
Vending Machine
Shared Kitchen
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Safety & Security
First Aid Services
CCTV In Public Areas
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Alarm
Security Personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeAmerican
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact hotel |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Managed by a Private Host
This property is managed by a private host. A private host refers to a party who rents one or more properties for purposes not related to their trade, business, or profession.
Property Description
- Opened: 1995
- Renovated: 2019
- Number of Rooms: 21
Green Tortoise Hostel offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort.Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel.Visitors can take advantage of the accessible parking options directly at the hostel. The accommodating team at the reception will aid you with amenities such as luggage storage.Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hostel's tours. Traveling with minimal luggage is achievable at Green Tortoise Hostel due to the hostel's laundromat ensuring your garments stay fresh.The hostel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Each accommodation at Green Tortoise Hostel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere.In select rooms of the hostel, guests can enjoy the advantage of having linen service available for their convenience. Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, the presence of instant tea can be found.Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Begin your holiday on a high note. At Green Tortoise Hostel, your mornings are greeted with a delightful, free breakfast.Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Green Tortoise Hostel.Unwind after a long day by stopping by steam room and sauna to rejuvenate your senses.