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Our top choices for Hayward hostels

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European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.6 out of 10, (707 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 AU$106
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
European Hostel
Lobby sitting area

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (457 reviews)
"It is locates in downtown convenient for everything"
United States
Dong
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lobby

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 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 AU$70
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Bposhtels San Francisco
Lobby

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (242 reviews)
"nice"
United States
qinghua
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Amsterdam Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (654 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$167
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Adelaide Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Clean, well maintained, great staff, everything good."
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (370 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, parking was a great plus"
United States
Markesh
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 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$104
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Orange Village Hostel
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Top Hayward Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Loud noise from street below was only issue. Otherwise we were able to walk to restaurants and enjoyed the breakfast croissants at a fair price. The view from room was also special. Pool was a miss."
Mary 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Find out more about Hayward

Hayward Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,946
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$70
Highest Price
AU$185

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Hayward?
You may like the prices at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our travellers: 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.
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, Oracle Park and Levi's Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Kennedy Park, Eden Landing Ecological Reserve and Alameda Creek Regional Trail. 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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