I’m so glad I booked this hostel last minute. Zarinah was very clear and prompt with her communication. Once I got there, Dave was friendly and offered some great local tips. People at the hostel are friendly and I felt the location was great as it’s close to GGB and the park. The Haight-Ashbury area is interesting and has some great places for food and a nice nearby ice cream parlor too but at night time, it gets a little sketchy. I was with my hostel mates so I felt fine but i personally would be scared to walk alone at night time so use your common sense. The place is very secure and safe, no one can even walk inside the place without a code to the front door. It’s a fun quirky place and I had fun exploring the hostel. Even made use of the dry sauna. The community kitchen went beyond my expectations, I able to grab a bite before heading off to explore the city. Would recommend it especially if solo traveler, made my trip so much better as I met people during my first solo trip.