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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

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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
The price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Bposhtels San Francisco
Interior

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (388 reviews)
"Shops nearby"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

3. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (467 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lobby

4. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Amsterdam Hostel
Front of property

5. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (710 reviews)
"Kind and helpful owner"
United States
Henryk
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
European Hostel
Lobby

6. 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
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Orange Village Hostel
Terrace/patio

7. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (655 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

10/10 Excellent
"Close to airport. Reliable and free transportation to and from airport. Bed was very comfortable. The hotel and room were clean and nicely appointed."
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
879
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$70
Highest Price
AU$187

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 Pier 39, Oracle Park 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 UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall, Greek Theater and Berkeley Repertory 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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