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Our top choices for Hayward 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, (488 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
$106 nightly
The price is $124
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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, (500 reviews)
"Great stay. Everyone was nice and there were people of all ages. Super convenient location!"
United States
Raven
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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, (412 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff and clean room. Bonus with the carpark if you book a private room"
Australia
Susan
$95 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 2 - Dec 3
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, (260 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
$69 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
$69 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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, (664 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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, (739 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
$86 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
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Top Hayward Hotel Reviews

Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

8/10 Good
"Property is very old but rooms are clean. The hallways have a musty smell and they need to do some updates such as replace the carpet and I think the smell would be better."
Amanda R 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Find out more about Hayward

Hayward Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,672
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
$81
Highest Price
$124

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Hayward?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have budget-friendly prices: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 20.4 mi (32.9 km) from the heart of Hayward. 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 - 20.5 mi (33.1 km) from the heart of Hayward. 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 Hayward?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Hayward is 19 inches.
What is there to see and do in Hayward?
Generally, Hayward is known for its football, restaurants, and college atmosphere. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center, and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places like Alameda Creek Regional Trail, Coyote Hills Regional Park, and Alex Giualini Plaza Park. Cultural attractions include Tommy T's Comedy House, Chabot Space and Science Center, and Blackhawk Automotive Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Hayward while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Hayward on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK), located 7.8 mi (12.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), which is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at Hayward BART Station, Hayward Station, and South Hayward Station.

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