Convenient, Clean, and Great for a Night Out in Redwood City…read more We stayed at Kasa Niche for one night while seeing a show at Club Fox, and it totally hit the mark. Location-wise, it's fantastic--right downtown, just steps from bars, restaurants, and the theater. It's perfect if you want to go out, have some fun, and not deal with driving afterward. Check-in was done via keypad, and while it took a minute to figure out, Kasa sent super helpful messages every step of the way. I really liked the self check-in concept, and the communication made it feel smooth and supported. There was a staff member on site that night, which was a nice touch--even though we didn't see them, it was comforting to know they were around. Our room was clean and stocked with thoughtful amenities: snacks, water bottles, a welcome note, a coffee maker, fridge, and even a sound machine and earplugs (which came in handy--being right above the front entrance, we could hear people outside on the sidewalk). Also worth noting: the curtains weren't blackout, so the room wasn't super dark in the morning. Light sleepers might want to check if any rooms have darker shades. The bed was firm, not our usual preference, but fine for a short stay. Housekeeping did a fantastic job--everything felt fresh and spotless. Parking isn't on-site, but there's public metered parking nearby and a small loading zone out front to drop off your bags. Would definitely stay here again for a night out in Redwood City. It's a clean, modern, and well-thought-out space in a great location.

Honestly I probably wouldn't have rated them at all if they would have handled the situation…read morebetter. I got there and my room was on the second floor. I can't really do stairs right now and nowhere on their website is it obvious that they don't have an elevator. I don't need an accessible room but you assume ADA compliance in 2026 in a major tech city. Okay whatever. I get to the room it's boiling hot. The air conditioning is blowing hot air even though it set at 67. I figure it must not be on or maybe I wasn't in the room and it's one of those motion sensing types. So I said it a little bit lower and wait. I'm tired so I end up going to sleep and I sweat all night and don't sleep well. It didn't help that the so-called blackout blinds didn't block a damn thing and my room was light enough to read by. Oh yeah, icing on the temperature, the fan in the room wouldn't even turn on. It made noise but wouldn't spin. The mattress being apparently made of solid wood was also less than desirable. I stay in hotels for a living. 200 hotels last year. This was the worst bed of all of them. I wake up the next morning and the shower is barely a trickle. I get dressed and I pack my things because I'm not going to stay for another night. I reach out to customer service in 2 hours later they hadn't responded. Down in the lobby I run into a woman who said she was the property manager and that they were working on the air conditioning and that it was PG&e's fault. The.air conditioning has power. It had an error fault that if you looked it up it said it was the filter being blocked which means they probably never clean it. But she's promised me it be fixed by that night so please don't check out early, give us a chance to make it right. So I said okay. And I went about my day. I came home in the evening and the room was again boiling and the air conditioning was still not working. They had put a new fan in the room and it was running but it wasn't enough to get the room cool at all. So I let them know I was checking out and I was going to go stay at another hotel They refunded me less than a third of the fee. The reason? Because I checked out so late. The only reason I didn't check out early in the morning was because they told me to stay and promised to make it acceptable. So they manipulated me into staying an extra 10 hours so that they can reduce how much they refunded me by because they never had any intention of fixing that air conditioning. It was all a lie and a manipulation to get a little bit extra money. I can handle things breaking or things not being ideal. I will not handle corporations that are dishonest and manipulative. They knew I planned on leaving with plenty of time for them to give me a refund for the entire night. But they were dishonest. You don't want to stay at a hotel where the management is dishonest. Stay somewhere else.

Unbeatable Location Nestled in Fort Mason, it's steps from…read moreFisherman's Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, and stunning bay views--yes, you can see the Golden Gate Bridge from your window. Historic + Cozy Vibes Housed in a former military building, it blends rich history with a laid-back, welcoming atmosphere. Budget-Friendly + Social Clean, affordable rooms with a fun international crowd. Perfect for solo travelers, backpackers, and anyone wanting community. On-Site Café + Kitchen Grab a bite or cook your own meal while swapping stories with fellow travelers. Adventure-Ready Bike rentals, walking tours, and easy access to Alcatraz, Chinatown, and Golden Gate Park. Eco-Conscious They're seriously green--with sustainability efforts baked into their mission.

SF is multicultural...why don't I hear staff speaking many languages - Mandarin, French, Russian,…read moreKorean? I agree w/Reviewer who said Staff was aggressive, then blamed the guest. I also noted aggressive staff & reported it to management w/my ADA Disability needs. Staff retaliated & got MORE aggressive - apparently to pick a fight. e.g., one employee lounges in ADA kitchen, feet up, playing loud music w/out headphones. I reported my Autism spectrum sensory needs. It's the ADA Kitchen. The Employee retaliated by stomping emotionally, banging metal pots & pans ...plus screechy high-pitched humming. It was very scary. Management appears to promote Employee misconduct with excuses (a "misunderstanding" "language barrier") Spare me. The staff harassment is the same in any language. A tourist mecca needs staff who can communicate well, not mock the customers. One Employee intentionally rammed a mop-bucket into my feet harshly (repeatedly) and laughed in my face, then feigned confusion. Duh. I have serious respiratory disabilities - if management posts cleaning schedules and follows them - they can prevent staff aggression. I asked for a copy of the ADA Reasonable Accommodations Disability Policy many days ago. HI still did not provide it. It appears to be poor Management.

I love this hostel. Been staying here for over ten years when I visit San Fran and it never fails…read moreto exceed my expectations.

Stayed here for a long 4th of July weekend and had a blast! All female 4 bed room, has heating and…read morethen uts just cool enough to open the windows and turn on a fan so no ac needed (but building still has it). I thought the common room was a fantastic way to make friends, especially with $1 beer nights (bad beer, but for $1 cant complain). My only thing is that it claims to be a part hostel but there are literal families with kids here.....super uncomfy......and then the evening events arent that fun. I showed up for the acrobatic show, where it says they get you a deal on $90 tickets for only $20 and then you hage to buy 2 items (so you pay like $40 or $50 total, but I found out you can just buy $20 tickets to the show and not be forced to buy other food items. Just felt kind of scammed. Otherwise, I had a great time, loved that storing luggage was free on checkout day, and I made some great friends!

B-Love's Guest House is an oasis that is hard to write a review for. Nestled in the heart of West…read moreOakland, "B-Love" hosts a part-hostel, part-private accommodation that seems to be able to meet any need, and has met mine for 1+ month in multiple stays now. In the two times I stayed here while commuting through the Bay Area, it was a gamble who I could share my kitchen or bathroom with.. but I always felt at peace as soon as I arrived. The "vibe" is curated as much as the artist hosting the space. "B-Love" stays around the home sometimes like a caring manager rather than an overbearing landlord. It was always good to see her around to update her on the house supplies, or just to hang out. She is a wealth of knowledge and history that comes along with the guest house and beautiful garden. However, she is also not in your business overall so if I ever wanted to ask for an accommodation in my room, or a question about the house, she was readily available on email or phone and happy to answer, as well as the other workers who are around regularly to clean up and help. The home sits in the heart of West Oakland, which might not have the best grocery stores, but you will encounter 3-story murals of the Women of the Black Panthers on the way to the Black-owned co-op grocery store (Mandela). You can also learn what a "food desert" is when they close at 8pm if you're carless, but you can also learn the goodness of local shopping when you hit the local liquor store (Sharif's) that makes sure to have your avocados and tortillas all the same. I would stay at B-Love's again and again. I miss the garden when I stay miles away visiting the Bay Area. Thank you for always catching me in my travels!

This lovely guesthouse in Oakland host 2+ nights airbnb style stay with a wonderful garden at the…read moreback and other shared facilities needed. It's in a great location closed to a bart station to SF or San Jose. Very convenient. The owner was very nice and caring. I enjoyed the stay and her gallery, gaden, etc. love this place!! Truly home sweet home. Totally recommend!!

While the room interior was fully remodeled and looked really nice, my stay was ruined by multiple…read moreissues. The room itself was quite spacious, but it completely lacked a closet or dresser to store clothes, which makes no sense given how much empty space there was to add them. The check-in process was also a letdown, as they use a "virtual assistant" screen with a remote worker from another country instead of a face-to-face on-site employee. My biggest complaint was the noise and lack of sleep. The AC/heating unit was so incredibly loud that we had to turn it off and just suffer through the cold night. On top of that, the walls are paper-thin; we were woken up at 3:00 AM by neighbors loudly fighting and arguing about money and drugs. To make matters worse, the curtains are not blackout, so bright morning light flooded the room and woke us up super early. Finally, they hit us with a hidden $10 parking fee that was not disclosed until check-in. After already paying over $171 on Agoda, finding out about extra fees at the desk is a terrible experience. Paying $181 total for a nice-looking room with this many random issues and poor sleep means I definitely would not stay here again.

Answer the flipping phone!!!! No one I could find on…read morepremises and no one answered the phone... I guess I won't be recommending them on my tour buses anymore... and I'm pretty sure that we won't be gathering there anymore at Dickens

This is the cleanest, best appointed hostel I've stayed at yet (out of about 12 I've stayed in)…read more Very friendly and accommodating staff. They have the little things readily available that make for a better stay. Sometimes hostels forget basics, but not this one! They thought of everything. They have coffee beans, coffee grinder, and 3 ways to make coffee available. They have various loose leaf teas, including chamomile for nighttime :) Highly recommend! Oh and my goodness the hike to the beach is a MUST!

Despite its lovely location in the coastal hills of Point Reyes, this place has significant…read moredrawbacks at a high price point. Good: Very pleasant staff and other guests. Historic old farmhouse with wonderful NPS interpretive history display covering a wall in the living room. Immaculate rooms and common areas. Wildlife: coveys of quail, momentary shadow of hawk chasing lizard. Dark skies. Why we won't go back: We, a married couple, occupied one of the rooms in one of the 4-unit structures. Each of these has a kitchen shared by four rooms. Two rooms share am separated bath and shower. In order of unpleasantness for us: 1. The double bed was too small; one of us kept falling off the edge while the other was squished against the wall all night. 2. Sharing the bathroom with unknown neighbors was awkward. 3. Going from building to building and into one's room required memorizing four separate keypad codes, one of which changed in the middle of our stay. Imagine having to remember all this when it's dark and you need to use the bathroom. 4. The main building has a big kitchen. Some things (like coffee and tea) are supplied. But it is difficult to figure out what is provided for guests and what is available to use. It is difficult to figure out how to cook one's meals when there are a dozen other guests with whom one must negotiate. It is slightly easier in the smaller kitchens. 5. Wi-fi was unreliable. Other than the too-small bed, the worst part of our stay was that someone took away our brown paper grocery bag after we unwittingly left it in the main building upon our arrival. There are mysterious kitchen protocols of where one is supposed to leave one's things, and I never did figure this out. You are supposed to mark your stuff, but we did not realize this until our last morning. When we could not find our food bag, we assumed we;d left it at home, so we did not mount a search until it was too late. We had squirreled away odds and ends of food for our hiking lunch, so we shrugged it off. But we had to drive to Olema for dinner. The first morning, I was very unhappy at not being able to find my coffee. I am not a morning person and hate loud commotion. I almost cried at having to make polite conversation while the neighbors were cooking strange-smelling foods. One kind soul dosed me on caffeine. If this were still a hostel and the price was $50/nite, all this might be fine. But the NPS clearly requires this concessionaire to set prices that compare to the AirB&Bs of Inverness - $200/night. So it is to Inverness that we will go next time.

Honestly, I thought I'd be mugged here, but I didn't haha. There Cal and non-Cal students living…read morehere. Quite a few actually. The living conditions to my standards are horrible but that justifies the cheap stays. Only reviewing so y'all know this place still exists. Have fun~ P.S. call and ask for the real address when you arrive (which is on the same block just different house, it's a security measure they use to prevent crazy party goers from entering the house late and waking everyone up)

Location is excellent. North Berkeley Large Bedroom near U.C. Berkeley (3-blocks), parks and the…read moredowntown, in a good neighborhood within walking distance of Trader Joe's, Gourmet Ghetto and Public Transportation (BART subway transportation to SF). Many nice cafes and restaurants too. Close to the Berkeley Theater District and shops. It has studios, shared and single rooms. The place has large bedrooms with desks and kitchen and bathroom privileges. Great location with parks at the corner and some of the best restaurant including the world famous Chez Panisse Restaurant and Cheese Board a few blocks away. Hardwood floors and tiles. Location is hard to beat. Idea for young entrepreneurs, visiting scholars and students. The spacious rooms have a great deal of natural light and there is a nice backyard to enjoy.

Great non-profit hostel. The grounds are so beautiful, and the scenery is sublime. The staff was…read morehelpful, and love the kitchen (bring your own food) and common areas with games. A few small complaints - the bathroom sink required holding the lever down (annoying - had to turn on the shower to wash my face), and no USB port or power outlet near each bed like some other hostels, although they do have a power outlet in the room, and wifi. While you're in the area, check out Fitzgerald Marine Reserve during low tide to see the sea critters, and walk the Devil's Slide Trail. If you're new to hostels, google "tips for staying in a hostel". It's not a hotel.

I was going to chalk my experience up to just a grumpy old lady but after chatting with another…read moregroup who went in after us I'm going to change that to grumpy old racist lady I proposed to my girlfriend down the street from here and we came here to take some pictures with the lighthouse, upon passing the gate we were almost immediately approached by this grumpy old lady. Huffing and puffing yelling at us that this is a private property. I (VERY NICELY) told her that we were under the impression that there was an easement to the beach (which is true), she then goes to say that we didn't sign the digital waiver at the door, ok fair enough, I immediately tell her that we will go right away back up to the gate and sign the waiver. She then proceeds to yell at us about how we are not allowed to do professional photoshoots, okay lady I get that maybe I do look like a model (especially compared to her) but some friends with a camera isn't a professional photoshoot. I once again, nicely explain to her that I just proposed and we're just trying to get a few pics of the location and we will go sign the waiver right away. She proceeds once again to repeat herself about the waivers which I don't understand because I already said we would go sign it right away and her talking is actually what is preventing from us from going to sign the waivers. She then ironically says "it's unfortunate that this is what you will remember from your engagement day" like what?! LADY if you know you're ruining our day why are you doing this? but fear not it did not ruin our day because I will not let some old hag ruin my day so I once again tell her we will go sign the waivers, she then has the balls to tell me that "this is a non-profit, there is a donation box at the door" ok PAUSE I would be MORE than happy to donate $50, even $100 to your location but not after the way you just treated us. We end up walking back up to the gate to sign the waivers and run into another couple making their way down the hill. I jokingly told them to make sure they signed the waiver or they would get yelled at to which they told me they didn't and proceeded down the hill. We ended up running into them at the parking lot again and they told us that they lady gave them no trouble even though they didn't sign the waiver. I jokingly said to them it's probably because of race (we are asian, they were Caucasian) to which they replied that they really may have been the case because they had no trouble at all. It's unfortunate such a beautiful location is run by such an old grumpy lady. I 100% own it that we should have signed the waiver upon entry but if rules exist they should apply to everyone regardless or age/race/gender/etc.. and on top of that once I already told her we would go sign the waivers she could have easily sent us about our way but I can't imagine why she felt the need to continuously lecture and yell at us.

Booked here to stay the night before our flight, bonus they also have a long term parking lot for…read morethose flying. Check in was easy, its a large property with multiple buildings. We were on the 2nd floor in the 2nd building. Outside of the hotel looks much rougher than the inside. The room was clean, be aware there is no microwave or fridge in the rooms. Water in the shower takes quite a bit of time to get warm enough to get in, they did not provide wash cloths or soap on the sink only shower gel affixed to the shower wall. The door between the sink and bathroom/shower area was a pocket door that was loud & squeaky (not a big deal with just my spouse and I) the fan in the bathroom did not work and there was a large patched hole in the pocket door that was painted an odd color. We were here just for the night and we were really didnt sleep much with the excitement of our upcoming flight. Budget friendly. There is also an ihop right next to the lobby so you can eat around the clock.

Had to book a last minute stay but couldn't book online because it was going into the next day. I…read morecalled and spoke to a lady who helped book the room. She was pleasant enough and because I was still an hour away drive from the hotel, she said she would make a note on the reservation that we wouldn't be in until 3a so the hotel wouldn't cancel our room. After taking our CC info, we were relieved to know we had a room for the morning. Fast forward to 3a when we tried to check in.. our room had been canceled. Supposedly I had said we'd be there in 10 minutes (absolutely no way i would've said this coming from SJ to SF). We tried to book while at the hotel and the front desk person said we couldn't. I'm just not understanding why phone agent would take my CC info knowing my room would most likely get canceled. Obviously making a note in the system didn't help. Why couldn't she have contacted the hotel front desk person for us to make sure? Also, since our room was canceled and there was definitely a room available when we arrived (assuming it wasn't the only room available and didn't get booked within the hour we made the reservation until arriving).. why couldn't we book that same room? In any case, we were super tired at 3a hoping to get some sleep before flying out of SFO but instead had to find another room. Highly annoyed.