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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

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1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Interior

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
$129 nightly
The price is $150
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

3. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hostel would go to again"
United States
Nathan Chance
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$81 nightly
The price is $95
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, toaster

5. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (471 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Front of property

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (718 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
Terrace/patio

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

10/10 Excellent
"The best hotel ever"
Gabriela 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SOMA

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,778
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
$83
Highest Price
$150

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. Located within a 10-minute walk of Lombard Street and Ghirardelli Square. 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 San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places like University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, Tilden Regional Park, and People's 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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