We welcome groups!

The Marin Headlands Hostel welcomes groups of all types, offering overnight accommodations for conferences, retreats, reunions, weddings, and other special events.

The hostel is also a popular destination for school and youth groups, many of whom take advantage of the range of outdoor and intercultural activities provided by our Hostel Adventure programs staff.

Housed in historic officers' quarters in a National Park setting, the hostel is a unique and affordable option for your next group excursion, meeting, or special event.

For a rate quote and to check availability for groups of 8 or more:

• Call us toll-free at 1-877-GO-HOSTEL (1-877-464-6783)
• From outside the U.S., call us at 1-415-863-4490
• Email us by completing our group request form

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Group accommodations and dining

Hostel guests are accommodated in both shared and private rooms, in two historic buildings -- the Main House and the Annex -- built in 1907 in what was then Fort Barry.

Each of the hostel buildings has a fully equipped kitchen and dining room where groups can prepare and enjoy meals. For outdoor dining, opt for the shaded patio with picnic tables and barbecue, or a picnic in the surrounding park.

Groups may choose to bring groceries to prepare themselves, or hire a caterer. The hostel is in a National Park, so the nearest grocery stores or restaurants are five miles away, in Sausalito or San Francisco.

Exclusive use

For private events, groups may arrange for exclusive use of either the Main House or the Annex. 

The Main House

• Accommodates up to 82 guests overnight.
• Includes exclusive use of kitchen, dining room, guest lounge, and recreation room.

The Annex

• Accommodates up to 25 guests overnight.
• Includes exclusive use of kitchen, dining room/parlor, and covered porches.

At this time, the hostel is not available for wedding ceremonies or receptions, though group accommodations are available for wedding parties.

Youth programs

Tailored programming is available to youth and student groups, from outdoor wilderness adventures to intercultural activities like World Travel 101, Cultural Kitchen, the Community Walls mural project, and Girl Scouts badge work. For details, please see the Programs section of the Golden Gate Council website.

Group reservations

For a rate quote and to check availability for groups of 8 or more:

• Call us toll-free at 1-877-GO-HOSTEL (1-877-464-6783)
• From outside the U.S., call us at 1-415-863-4490
• Email us by completing our group request form