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Our top choices for Oakland hostels

1. Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"What i like the most is how pleasant staff Welcoming are and professional, treating Their guests with utmost respect, not to Talk of cleanest just immaculate, pleasant Atmosphere @ found hotel just amazing. The building is beautiful & lovely , most Importantanly you get to wash laundry, Laundry facility on cite that's indeed ☆Accommodating , kitchen as well for ☕️ Coffee, Cupperchino & coffee of your Choice , I always feel wonderful @ found Hotel ( so...
United States
Sannah
$44 nightly
The price is $52
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Bposhtels San Francisco

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (468 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (389 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Michael
$121 nightly
The price is $141
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (249 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
$70 nightly
The price is $83
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, bare bones amenities suited for a hostel, central location. The options to make your own breakfast or have the continental breakfast are great."
United States
Ankita
$84 nightly
The price is $99
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel

6. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (712 reviews)
"It was great im coming back soon"
United States
Myla
$49 nightly
The price is $58
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (655 reviews)
$109 nightly
The price is $128
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
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Oakland Hostels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
$52
Highest Price
$141

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 free parking at this hotel. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay - Located within a 5-minute walk of San Francisco Bay. Property features at this aparthotel include free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Berkeley Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an indoor pool. 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, Pier 39, and San Francisco Bay. 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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