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Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (342 reviews)
"Situated so centrally, and awesome free breakfast included, which we didn't even realised. Nice clean room, friendly staff, and an nice atmosphere all around."
Australia
Cristina
$113 nightly
The price is $131
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (408 reviews)
"Clean room good staff and location is also good"
United States
JOHAN JOHN
$72 nightly
The price is $84
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4 reviews)
"La chambre est impeccable. Changement de serviettes à tout les jours. Service au Lobi H24. Le personnel est courtois et fantastique. Nous avons toujours un belle accueille en sortant et en revenant. Les lits sont confortables! Je recommande énormément. "
Canada
Roxanne
$42 nightly
The price is $49
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
Bposhtels San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"The staff and even guests was very nice. The rooms and other amenities were also clean. I would reccomend for solo travelers."
United States
Madiha
$67 nightly
The price is $78
May 18 - May 19
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The kitchen was missing alot, however the hotel was really nice for the price, the staff was amazing. Loved my experience and would def recommend to anyone lookjng for reasonable accommodation around union sq "
United States
Mohtisham
$74 nightly
The price is $87
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (222 reviews)
"Good and simple."
United States
Anthony
$75 nightly
The price is $88
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (638 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
$81 nightly
The price is $95
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (679 reviews)
"Owner tried to flex that he owns the building on several occasions. Also screamed at me for not opening door when he was knocking while I was sleeping. Good for price but rude manager. "
United States
Michael
$60 nightly
The price is $70
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
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Oakland Hostels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
$49
Highest Price
$131

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Oakland?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Oakland accommodations, which get positive reviews from our travelers: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - Located steps from Jack London Square. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station and Lake Merritt Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge - Property features at this aparthotel include free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge - Guests can enjoy 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 Oakland?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Oakland is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Oakland?
In general, Oakland is known for its sports, theaters, and live music. Major attractions include Oracle Park, San Francisco Bay, and Pier 39. Get out into nature with places like Lake Merritt, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley, and Redwood Regional Park. Cultural attractions include Fox Theater, Paramount Theatre, and Oakland Museum of California.
What's the best way to get to and around Oakland while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Oakland in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away. An alternative is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), located 14.6 mi (23.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can walk to nearby metro stations including 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station, and Lake Merritt Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Oakland-Jack London Square Station, Emeryville Station, or Berkeley Station.

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