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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (503 reviews)
"Great stay. Everyone was nice and there were people of all ages. Super convenient location!"
United States
Raven
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (412 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff and clean room. Bonus with the carpark if you book a private room"
Australia
Susan
$99 nightly
The price is $115
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A historic building with a corner entrance, large windows, and a fire escape.

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (489 reviews)
"It"
United States
SERGIO
$106 nightly
The price is $124
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden floor, a fireplace, and a small table with a chair.

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (260 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$83 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Elickson
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

6. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (664 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

7. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (739 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
$86 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

The Marker Union Square San Francisco

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is located in a place where it was convenient to what I had going on...staff was so helpful...easy place in lobby to work from."
Lawrence 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Marker Union Square San Francisco

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,665
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
$76
Highest Price
$124

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Berkeley?
Our customers like these places to stay in the area, and they may offer reasonable rates: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - 1.9 mi (3 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Berkeley?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Berkeley is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Berkeley?
Overall, Berkeley is known for its college atmosphere, sports, and restaurants. Major attractions include Pier 39, Oracle Park, and Chase Center. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, and Tilden Regional Park. Cultural attractions include UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, Greek Theater, and Berkeley Repertory Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Berkeley while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Berkeley on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), which is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station, and Ashby Station. If you're looking to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Berkeley Station to hop on a train.

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