I arrived in San Francisco on the Friday before St. Patrick's Day so everywhere was booked up and i had to stay somewhere else. As soon as Monday morning came I booked into Pacific Tradewinds. the change was amazing. I have stayed in hostels all over the U.S. and this is one of the very best. The staff are cool friendly and helpful and all fellow travellers are quick to incorporate you into their activities. after the painful existence at the previous San Fran hostel my stay here was tip-top.