Adelaide Hostel and Hotel

Adelaide Hostel and Hotel is a small hostel at 5 Isadora Duncan Lane, an alley off Taylor Street between Union Square and the Theater District in San Francisco, California. The location is central: Union Square, the Powell Street cable car line and the Powell Street BART and Muni Metro station are within a few blocks, as are the Geary Street theatres, Chinatown and the Financial District. The alley setting is quiet compared with the surrounding busy streets, which is a notable advantage for a budget property in the downtown core. The hostel's vibe is intimate and low-key, with a smaller scale than the large institutional hostels, and it offers a friendly atmosphere for solo travellers. Accommodation includes Dorm Beds and Private Rooms, with the private rooms making it a workable choice for couples or travellers who want some privacy at modest cost. Amenities include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a shared kitchen where guests can prepare their own meals. There is no restaurant on site, but the surrounding blocks offer a wide range of cafes and restaurants from inexpensive to upscale, and the kitchen helps cut costs. The service character is informal and traveller-focused, with staff who can advise on transit, cable cars and free events, and the hostel is popular with backpackers, students and budget visitors who want to be within walking distance of the main sights. Rates generally range from about $40 to $130 per night depending on room type and season. Visitors should note that the surrounding area, on the edge of the Tenderloin, can be rough after dark, so main streets such as Powell and Geary are the better walking routes late at night. Lockers for valuables are advisable. Because the hostel is small, it books out quickly in summer, and guests who arrive early in the day can usually store luggage before check-in and begin exploring Union Square, Chinatown and the cable car routes immediately.