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Our top choices for Northern California hostels

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1. Clair Tappaan Lodge

Clair Tappaan Lodge
1.0 star property
Soda Springs
7.8 out of 10, Good, (113 reviews)
"Clean rooms and staff were friendly "
United States
Jonathan
$98 nightly
The price is $108
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Clair Tappaan Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a window with lace curtains.

2. Anissa Shasta Hostel

Anissa Shasta Hostel
1.0 star property
Weed
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"The rooms were clean and staff were nice and helpful. The building was a little older, but overall stay was fine. The water filter was a nice amenity."
United States
sandy
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Anissa Shasta Hostel
A grand hallway with a wooden staircase, ornate ceiling, and patterned carpet.

3. HI Sacramento Hostel

HI Sacramento Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Sacramento
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (535 reviews)
"Great staff, ample private rooms"
United States
victor
$68 nightly
The price is $79
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
HI Sacramento Hostel
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher, and a window with a view of trees.

4. Moderne Hostel

Moderne Hostel
2.0 star property
Stonegate
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (257 reviews)
"Nice and clean, will revisit later if possible"
United States
Yunfan
$85 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Moderne Hostel
A two-story house with a pink roof and teal siding, featuring a bay window and a small patio with a table and chairs.

5. The Hostel California

The Hostel California
1.5 star property
Bishop
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (282 reviews)
"Great stay! I really enjoyed my time here. The open, welcoming atmosphere and friendly vibe made it a fantastic experience. I would definitely recommend it and would happily stay here again."
United States
Gijs
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Hostel California
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

6. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (403 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
$113 nightly
The price is $131
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

7. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$82 nightly
The price is $96
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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.

8. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Best place to stay in sf"
United States
Tamara
$83 nightly
The price is $98
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

9. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

10. 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 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

11. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (721 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 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel

12. Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!

Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
Point Reyes Station
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"I wish I did a little more research before booking. This lodge used to be a hostel and still seems more like a hostel than lodge. It would be perfect if I wasn’t traveling with a toddler who wants to get into everything. Location is about a five minute drive from the beach. We saw a ton of deer. It’s a little ways to the shipwreck and lighthouse. Great for trail access. Overall, if you’re traveling with small children or folks who overheat easily, maybe not the best place. If you need a base...
United States
Elizabeth R.
$748 nightly
The price is $841
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

13. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (478 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
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Top Northern California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel very large in size great breakfast and easy access everywhere"
Joanne 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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Northern California Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,447
Accommodation
10 Hostels
Lowest Price
$66
Highest Price
$841

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