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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great location. Only wish there were curtains for privacy. The rooms and restrooms are small. The kitchen and other areas are nice"
United States
Milcah
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (695 reviews)
"Was very minimal, but was as exactly as expected for the cost. Great budget hostel. Very small small rooms"
United States
Alexander
$72 nightly
The price is $85
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"We love this place! Welcoming. Affordable. Great location."
United States
Tamara
$84 nightly
The price is $99
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"The pictures looked a little different than the room, but honestly it was a great stay. My room was located near the shared kitchen, but it closed at 10 so no complaints about the noise. It was near great places and transport was easy to catch. Would definitely stay here again! 😊"
United States
Frida
$81 nightly
The price is $95
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Check in was smooth had 0 problems. Rooms were nice and loved how rooms had restroom and shower access. Location was right on busline to Golden Gate Bridge!"
United States
Jesus
$102 nightly
The price is $118
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice at the hostel and knowledgeable about the City and Really were helping out a lot when I needed any questions answered. I would definitely tell my friends and family to stay here. Thanks a lot lot chapter."
United States
Shannon
$123 nightly
The price is $143
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"The photos of the hostel rooms felt spacious but actual room was very small and not the same as in photos though very helpful staff and love the hospitality"
United States
Nevil
$40 nightly
The price is $48
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Bposhtels San Francisco

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (644 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
$99 nightly
The price is $116
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,831
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
$48
Highest Price
$143

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Berkeley?
You may like the prices at this top lodging option in the area, which gets good reviews from our customers: 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.
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 Oracle Park, Pier 39, and Alcatraz Island. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, and Tilden Regional Park. Cultural attractions include Berkeley Repertory Theater, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, and Greek 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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