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Our top choices for Hayward hostels

A lobby with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a blue staircase, and a wall with a map and text.

1. HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 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$118
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
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.

2. 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
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

3. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (485 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Chapter 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
The price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
A corner building with a bay window, a fire escape, and a garage door.

5. European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (737 reviews)
"The room I stayed in this week was better and had a better experience."
United States
Elickson
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
European 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$113
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Orange Village Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

7. 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
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Hayward Hotel Reviews

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and decent price. We like the ambiance of an older hotel. Very well maintained."
susan 4-night trip
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Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

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Hayward Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,894
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$83
Highest Price
AU$158

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Hayward?
Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable nightly rates: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG - 20.4 mi (32.9 km) from the heart of Hayward. 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. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf - 20.5 mi (33.1 km) from the heart of Hayward. 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 Hayward?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Hayward is 473 mm.
What is there to see and do in Hayward?
In general, Hayward is known for its American football, restaurants and university setting. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places such as 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, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 7.8 mi (12.6 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. Take advantage of metro transport at Hayward BART Station, Hayward Station and South Hayward Station.

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