Hostels in Berkeley

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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (443 reviews)
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (695 reviews)
"Was very minimal, but was as exactly as expected for the cost. Great budget hostel. Very small small rooms"
United States
Alexander
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June
European Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"We love this place! Welcoming. Affordable. Great location."
United States
Tamara
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Orange Village Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (237 reviews)
"The pictures looked a little different than the room, but honestly it was a great stay. My room was located near the shared kitchen, but it closed at 10 so no complaints about the noise. It was near great places and transport was easy to catch. Would definitely stay here again! 😊"
United States
Frida
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
30 June - 1 July
Amsterdam Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Check in was smooth had 0 problems. Rooms were nice and loved how rooms had restroom and shower access. Location was right on busline to Golden Gate Bridge!"
United States
Jesus
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (442 reviews)
"Everyone was so nice at the hostel and knowledgeable about the City and Really were helping out a lot when I needed any questions answered. I would definitely tell my friends and family to stay here. Thanks a lot lot chapter."
United States
Shannon
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"The photos of the hostel rooms felt spacious but actual room was very small and not the same as in photos though very helpful staff and love the hospitality"
United States
Nevil
The price is NZ$86
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Bposhtels San Francisco

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (644 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Adelaide Hostel
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Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,834
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$86
Highest Price
NZ$225

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Berkeley?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our travellers: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Berkeley?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Berkeley is 465 mm.
What is there to see and do in Berkeley?
Overall, Berkeley is known for its university setting, sports and restaurants. Major attractions include Oracle Park, Pier 39 and Alcatraz Island. Get out into nature with places such as San Francisco Bay, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Tilden Regional Park. Cultural attractions include Berkeley Repertory Theater, UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall and Greek Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Berkeley while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Berkeley on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 11.5 mi (18.5 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Concord, CA (CCR-Buchanan Field), located 14.2 mi (22.8 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can access metro transport at Downtown Berkeley Station, North Berkeley Station and Ashby Station. If you're looking to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Berkeley Station to take a train.

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