About

Music-themed boutique hotel & hostel with free nightly live music, karaoke, and a vibrant social scene. Experience our modern sleep capsule pods for a unique and comfortable stay in a shared room, or stay in a music themed private room. Enjoy our onsite bar & restaurant, newly renovated common areas, and a welcoming atmosphere designed for travelers, creatives, and music lovers.

Sleep in the heart of San Francisco’s legendary music scene at the home of the SF Music Hall of Fame. Guests receive free access to live entertainment every night across multiple music venues and genres, and free access to the Hall of Fame gallery & exhibits.

Free guided tours of the SF Hall of Fame, led daily by SF Flower Child Blandina Farley. Enjoy exclusive discounts at a local cannabis dispensary and other nearby businesses.

Music City SF is a dynamic hub where artists and travelers connect to celebrate local music culture. Every booking helps support independent local musicians. Free coffee/tea and fresh fruit are offered daily as well as free luggage storage. Linens & towels, as well as daily maid service is included.

*PLEASE NOTE* Please contact us in advance if you expect to arrive after 11pm so that we can arrange a late check in for you. Please note that we do NOT accept cash, and the front desk closes daily at 11pm. Please inform us in advance if you expect to arrive after 11pm. We do not allow pets.

Located in the vibrant Polk Gulch neighborhood, dozens of varied and excellent food, beverage, and entertainment options are within steps of Music City Hotel. Tourist attractions and neighborhoods such as Chinatown, Union Square, North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Haight Ashbury, and the Mission District are all located either within walking distance or a short ride away thanks to our convenient and central location.

Upon check-in, photo identification and debit/credit card is required. Please note that 16.25% tax is not included. Only credit card or debit will be accepted for payment. We do NOT accept any cash.

We have free high speed WiFi in all our guest rooms and throughout the building.

In 2021, Music City Hostel became a signatory of the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative (GTPI), led by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Tourism Organization (WTO), in collaboration with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Coworking Space
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Reviews

7.9Very Good(1825)
  • Value for Money
    7.8
  • Security
    8.4
  • Atmosphere
    7.4
  • Cleanliness
    7.8
  • Staff
    8.2
  • Location
    8.3
  • Facilities
    7.1
Stayed in May 2025
4.3
G
Giovanni
Male, 18-24, Italy
The hostel is clean, but this is the only good point. The biggest problem is that it doesn't have a proper kitchen where to cook something for yourself, or just enjoy a meal, but only a tiny, always crowded living room, with no tables. Rooms are quite small, and the card totally stops working at the check out time, so that if you left the luggage in your room while having breakfast, or need the bathroom before leaving, you cannot: kinda rude.
Stayed in May 2025
5.4
F
Felipe
Male, 18-24, Canada
Girl the window literally fell off, the toilet doesn’t flush, the room stinks like should I go on
Stayed in Apr 2025
6.3
K
Kristian
Male, 25-30, Australia
Cheap for a reason. Property smelt like smoke. The capsules provide some privacy but unfortunately there is nowhere to lock your bag, only a small locker to secure a few valuables. The mattress feels like you’re sleeping on the floor. The room also had some long term residents staying there, which is fine. But takes away from the overall vibe of the property and hostel experience of making friends
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Location

1353 Bush Street, San Francisco CA, San Francisco, USA
1km from city centre