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Hostels in San Rafael

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HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (364)
"Love the vibe, great people, really great feel to the whole hostel. Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Josiah
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Fireplace
Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (189)
"Room was clean and staff was helpful."
United States
Janet
$63 nightly
The price is $74
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Amsterdam Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (287)
"Comfortable beds, breakfast and parking included! It’s in a great location! "
United States
Diana
$99 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Exterior
Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (368)
"Clean and 2 blocks from Whole Foods grocery stor."
United States
Grace
$65 nightly
The price is $76
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Chapter San Francisco
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Nice place to stay "
United States
Nilesh
$80 nightly
The price is $94
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Total with taxes and fees
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Lobby
Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (985)
"Hotel is very clean, staff are frienfly and helpful. Excellent breakfast. "
Vietnam
Huong
$71 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Orange Village Hostel
Front of property
European Hostel

European Hostel

1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (664)
"It was good for the price, clean and quiet."
United States
Miguel
$43 nightly
The price is $50
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Total with taxes and fees
European Hostel
Terrace/patio
Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (632)
"Uneven and unsafe steep stairs to go anywhere in this place. For some reason, women are housed up on the 2nd floor (2 long flights up). Kitchen was not in operation during my stay which turned out to be OK as it'd be ANOTHER steep flt. of stairs to get there (3 flts. total). Staff was generally decent & helpful with the exception of one female (swing shift) who was rude, argumentative and unhelpful. "
United States
Jo Ann
$78 nightly
The price is $92
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Adelaide Hostel
Beach
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)
"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.
$684 nightly
The price is $768
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Limantour Lodge-Meadow Suite- Three rooms with a view!
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Top San Rafael Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel!"
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

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San Rafael Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,532
Accommodation
13 Hostels
Lowest Price
$50
Highest Price
$768

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 10-minute walk of Hyde St & Lombard St Stop and Hyde St & Chestnut St Stop. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 13.2 mi (21.2 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.
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 Pier 39. Get out into nature with places like San Francisco Bay, Gerstle Park, and Field of Dogs Dog Park. Cultural attractions include Marin History Museum, Sweetwater Music Hall, and Walt Disney Family Museum.
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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