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Our top choices for Berkeley 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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (478 reviews)
"Easy to check. Clean and nice place"
United States
Frankie
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

2. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407 reviews)
"Overall great experience. Nice folks, fun areas nearby to walk to. I would stay here again and recommend."
United States
Casey
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Samesun 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.

3. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"it was lovely and they really did have anything you'd need!! i'd book again and would recommend to friends too!!"
Canada
Florence
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
HI San Francisco Downtown 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, (257 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

5. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (659 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Adelaide Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

6. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff"
United States
Slavi
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Orange Village 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, (724 reviews)
"Really friendly and knowledgeable staff. Patrons were fine in common spaces. Really nice bathroom, recently renovated. Would book again."
United States
Gregory
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
European Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and good location!"
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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,409
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$83
Highest Price
AU$156

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Berkeley?
Our travellers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable prices: 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. Claremont Resort & Club - 1.9 mi (3 km) from the heart of Berkeley. Close to public transport, 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 Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk 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 Chase Center. 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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