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Our top choices for Berkeley hostels

Lobby

Bposhtels San Francisco

Bposhtels San Francisco
2.0 star property
Union Square
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"La chambre est impeccable. Changement de serviettes à tout les jours. Service au Lobi H24. Le personnel est courtois et fantastique. Nous avons toujours un belle accueille en sortant et en revenant. Les lits sont confortables! Je recommande énormément. "
Canada
Roxanne
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Bposhtels San Francisco
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, (405 reviews)
"Clean room good staff and location is also good"
United States
JOHAN JOHN
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Interior

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cow Hollow
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (338 reviews)
"Great location! I felt very safe. The park nearby has excellent views of Golden Gate Bridge. Great staff (shoutout to JJ!). "
United States
Abigail
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

Orange Village Hostel
1.5 star property
Union Square
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was just perfect "
United States
hussain
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Orange Village Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, toaster

Chapter San Francisco

Chapter San Francisco
2.0 star property
Western Addition
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (408 reviews)
"The staff and even guests was very nice. The rooms and other amenities were also clean. I would reccomend for solo travelers."
United States
Madiha
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Chapter San Francisco
Lobby

Amsterdam Hostel

Amsterdam Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (220 reviews)
"Good and simple."
United States
Anthony
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Amsterdam Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

Adelaide Hostel
2.0 star property
Union Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (638 reviews)
"Room was okay, kinda smelled a little funny, but at the price rate that’s fairly normal "
United States
Jesse
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Adelaide Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

European Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown San Francisco
5.4 out of 10, (677 reviews)
"It was pretty dirty, but fine for the price"
United States
Gabriel
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
European Hostel
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Top Berkeley Hotel Reviews

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

8/10 Good
"The sunset and view were amazing from the bar on the 46th floor"
Sharon 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Find out more about Berkeley

Berkeley Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,687
Accommodation
11 Hostels
Lowest Price
€46
Highest Price
€100

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. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant at this motel.
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, Alcatraz Island and Oracle Park. 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, Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and Greek 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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