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Our top choices for Oakland hostels

Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (298)
"Comfortable beds, privacy, clean room"
United States
Corey
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby
Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (987)
"Some of the best staff Ive encountered in hostels. Very friendly overall atmosphere and vibe. "
United States
Eugene
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Orange Village Hostel
Lounge
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (370)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
mark ryan
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Fireplace
Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (199)
"Clean, walkable and quiet hostel with plenty of food within walking distance."
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Amsterdam Hostel
Laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
2.0 star property
Downtown San Francisco
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57)
"Great place very nice and cozy"
Canada
Eshan
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Exterior
Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (377)
"Clean and 2 blocks from Whole Foods grocery stor."
United States
Grace
Chapter San Francisco
Front of property
European Hostel

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (664)
"It was good for the price, clean and quiet."
United States
Miguel
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
European Hostel
Terrace/patio
Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (633)
"I needed a quick place to stay after making a mistake with my flight. The price for the 4 bed to a room was very good. The hostel is clean and the staff was very helpful. You can't expect "quiet" when you're in the Union Square area, but I was happy with my stay."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Adelaide Hostel
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Top Oakland Hotel Reviews

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast is always great. "
Diana 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

Find out more about Oakland

Oakland Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,573
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$76
Highest Price
AU$166

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 - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool at this hotel. The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay - Located steps from Jack London Square. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Claremont Resort & Club - 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. Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities at this hotel. Oakland Airport Executive Hotel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Fruitvale Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities 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, San Francisco Bay and Pier 39. 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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