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Our top choices for San Rafael hostels

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

1. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (475 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

2. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (480 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
$89 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (404 reviews)
"Overall great experience. Nice folks, fun areas nearby to walk to. I would stay here again and recommend."
United States
Casey
$112 nightly
The price is $131
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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.

4. 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 23 - Oct 24
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.

5. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
$92 nightly
The price is $108
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

6. 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.

7. 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 $84
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
Beach

8. 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.
$745 nightly
The price is $838
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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San Rafael Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,862
Accommodation
14 Hostels
Lowest Price
$76
Highest Price
$838

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Rafael?
Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer budget-friendly room rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 14 mi (22.6 km) from the heart of San Rafael. 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. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13.1 mi (21.2 km) from the heart of San Rafael. Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Greenwich St Stop. 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 San Rafael?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: 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 51°F. Average annual precipitation for San Rafael is 21 inches.
What is there to see and do in San Rafael?
In general, San Rafael is known for its festivals, biking trails, and restaurants. Major attractions include Muir Woods National Monument, Pier 39, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, McNears Beach Country Park, and Gerstle Park. Cultural attractions include Marin History Museum, Sweetwater Music Hall, and Richmond Museum of History.
What's the best way to get to and around San Rafael while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Rafael on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), 25 mi (40.3 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), which is 25.9 mi (41.7 km) away.

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