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Our top choices for Oakland 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, (477 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Felt safe and had everything we needed the whole time !"
United States
Paris
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas, a large window overlooking a street, and a mounted television.

2. Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hostel would go to again"
United States
Nathan Chance
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Orange Village Hostel
A modern lounge area with a large window, a blackboard with a map, and a seating arrangement with orange cushions.

3. Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402 reviews)
"good location with clean bed!"
Canada
Hyun kyung
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
A kitchenette with a coffee machine, a refrigerator, and a plant. There is a door leading to another room.

4. Chapter San Francisco - Hostel

Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (473 reviews)
"It’s always a pleasure to stay at chapter"
United States
Shannon
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Chapter San Francisco - Hostel
A display cabinet with various travel memorabilia, including a model ship, postcards, and a sign for San Francisco.

5. Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Cesar
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Amsterdam Hostel
A narrow alleyway with wooden benches and potted plants.

6. Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Nice place. Great loc. very nice staff"
United States
Siela
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Adelaide 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, (719 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$120
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
European Hostel
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

10/10 Excellent
"I love everything."
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward

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Oakland Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,060
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$120
Highest Price
AU$178

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Oakland?
You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Oakland accommodations, which get good reviews from our travellers: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina - Located steps from Jack London Square. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Berkeley Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking at this hotel. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants at this motel. Sonesta Emeryville - San Francisco Bay Bridge - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station and Lake Merritt Station. Guests can enjoy 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 Oakland?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Oakland is 457 mm.
What is there to see and do in Oakland?
Generally, Oakland is known for its sports, theatres and live music. Major attractions include Oracle Park, Chase Center and San Francisco Bay. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Merritt, University of California Botanical Garden at Berkeley and Redwood Regional Park. Cultural attractions include Fox Theater, Paramount Theatre and Oakland Museum of California.
What's the best way to get to and around Oakland while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Oakland in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Oakland, CA (OAK-Oakland Intl.), 7.1 mi (11.5 km) away. An alternative is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), which is 14.6 mi (23.5 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport to get around. Walk to nearby metro stations such as 12th Street/Oakland City Center Station, 19th St Station and Lake Merritt Station. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Oakland-Jack London Square Station, Emeryville Station or Berkeley Station.

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